D’Andre Brooks was born June 20, 1975 in Atlanta Georgia. He received his BFA from Georgia Southern University and an MA at SCAD-Atlanta. While being raised and currently residing on Atlanta’s westside, he is adamant as an artist to preserve its historical significance, dispel its negative stigmas, and highlight its richness of culture. “I have a vision and life mission to use art as a catalyst to revitalize, increase unity, and foster solidarity within the communities of Atlanta.” In 2017 D’Andre worked as the Art Conservator for Fulton County Arts and Culture and is currently working out of his studio in Atlanta. His works represents a personal genesis for exploration in cultural identity and social awareness. D’Andre’s goal and purpose is to bring a greater awareness to the general public the importance and benefits of the Arts as a catalyst for community revitalization and cultural solidarity.