Lola Brooks (artist)

Lola Brooks is an American contemporary artist primarily known for her meticulously crafted and conceptually driven jewelry. She often incorporates unconventional materials such as vintage game pieces, plastic, and taxidermied insects alongside precious metals and gemstones. Brooks' work explores themes of memory, mortality, beauty, and the grotesque, often creating intricate narratives within each piece. Her pieces frequently incorporate found objects and personalized imagery, reflecting a fascination with the intersection of high and low culture. Brooks' work has been exhibited in numerous museums and galleries internationally and is held in several prominent public collections.