Updated October 2026 · ranked by our popularity score (searches, visits and orders for each work) · 11 works by Brook Andrew in our catalogue
In short
Of all the originals Brook Andrew left, the most famous is Hope, Hope and Peace Series (2005), in the collection of the Penrith Regional Gallery - Home of the Lewers Bequest, Emu Plains. Close behind it come Black & White SPECIAL CUT, Hope and Peace Series (2005) and Chandelier Friendly Fire, Hope and Peace Series (2005). Our catalog holds 11 works by Brook Andrew; the gallery has kept the 11 the world admires most, each shown with its date, its museum and its story.
To stand before this piece from Brook Andrew’s Hope, Hope and Peace Series is to encounter not merely paint on canvas, but a vibrant conversation across cultures and epochs. The central motif—a striking red umbrella with its crisp white handle—immediately draws the eye, acting as an anchor point in a sea of color and scattered meaning. This object, so mundane in daily life, is elevated here into a potent symbol.…
To stand before Brook Andrew’s Black & White SPECIAL CUT, Hope and Peace Series is to encounter a visual conversation—a dialogue waged across the stark, compelling boundaries of color and pattern. This piece, executed in 2005, transcends mere decoration; it functions as a meditation on duality itself. The immediate impact is arresting: a vibrant interplay between deep blacks, crisp whites, and unexpected flashes of red, all structured within a grid-like…
Brook Andrew’s "Chandelier Friendly Fire, Hope and Peace Series" is not merely a collection of colors upon a canvas; it is a vibrant, arresting dialogue rendered in paint. From the moment one encounters its bold geometry—dominated by that striking red triangle accented with electric blue and sunny yellow—the viewer is drawn into a complex conversation about history, belonging, and enduring spirit. The piece pulses with an undeniable energy, characteristic of…
Brook Andrew’s “Against all odds, Hope and Peace Series” (2005) is not merely a graphic design; it's a visceral statement delivered through the deliberate chaos of digital media. This artwork, measuring 98 cm in size, immediately confronts the viewer with an overwhelming sense of unease – a carefully orchestrated disruption designed to provoke reflection on themes of surveillance, communication, and the potential for harm within imposed narratives. The piece’s impact…
In the evocative work Australian Flag, the contemporary Wiradjuri artist Brook Andrew invites us into a profound meditation on national identity and the layered histories that define a continent. At first glance, the painting presents a familiar icon: the blue field of the Australian flag, punctuated by the Union Jack in the canton and the celestial brilliance of the Southern Cross. Yet, through Andrew’s masterful hand, this is not merely…
Brook Andrew is an Australian Wiradjuri artist, writer and curator who is driven by the collisions of intertwined narratives, often emerging from the mess of what he calls the “Colonial Wuba (hole)”. His interdisciplinary practice harnesses alternative narratives to explore the legacies of colonisation and modernism. His artworks, museum interventions and curatorial projects challenge the limitations imposed by power structures, historical amnesia, stereotyping and complicity to centre Indigenous perspectives. Apart…
Brook Andrew is an Australian Wiradjuri artist, writer and curator who is driven by the collisions of intertwined narratives, often emerging from the mess of what he calls the “Colonial Wuba (hole)”. His interdisciplinary practice harnesses alternative narratives to explore the legacies of colonisation and modernism. His artworks, museum interventions and curatorial projects challenge the limitations imposed by power structures, historical amnesia, stereotyping and complicity to centre Indigenous perspectives. Apart…
Brook Andrew's “Peace, Hope and Peace Series” (2005) is not merely an advertisement; it’s a deliberately jarring interrogation of consumerism, identity, and the very notion of peace itself. This vibrant, chaotic collage, measuring 98 cm in size, immediately confronts the viewer with a dense network of geometric shapes, intersecting lines, and bold typography – all dominated by the prominent ‘Peace LIGHTS’ cigarette brand. Created through digital manipulation and layering, the…
Brook Andrew is an Australian Wiradjuri artist, writer and curator who is driven by the collisions of intertwined narratives, often emerging from the mess of what he calls the “Colonial Wuba (hole)”. His interdisciplinary practice harnesses alternative narratives to explore the legacies of colonisation and modernism. His artworks, museum interventions and curatorial projects challenge the limitations imposed by power structures, historical amnesia, stereotyping and complicity to centre Indigenous perspectives. Apart…
The 2 museums that hold the most of the paintings on this page.
| Museum | City | Works by Brook Andrew | Paintings from this list |
|---|---|---|---|
 Penrith Regional Gallery - Home of the Lewers Bequest |
Emu Plains | 10 | Hope, Hope and Peace Series, Black & White SPECIAL CUT, Hope and Peace Series, Chandelier Friendly Fire, Hope and Peace Series |
 National Gallery of Victoria |
Melbourne | 1 | Polemics |
Barely a decade, 1997 to 2006, gave the world every dated Brook Andrew original in this selection: here it is, year by year.
Pick a year to see its originals.
Brook Andrew is an Australian Wiradjuri artist, writer and curator who is driven by the collisions of intertwined narratives, often emerging from the mess of what he calls the “Colonial Wuba (hole)”. His interdisciplinary practice harnesses alternative narratives to explore the legacies of colonisation and modernism. His artworks, museum interventions and curatorial projects challenge the limitations imposed by power structures, historical amnesia, stereotyping and complicity to centre Indigenous perspectives. Apart…
To stand before this piece from Brook Andrew’s Hope, Hope and Peace Series is to encounter not merely paint on canvas, but a vibrant conversation across cultures and epochs. The central motif—a striking red umbrella with its crisp white handle—immediately draws the eye, acting as an anchor point in a sea of color and scattered meaning. This object, so mundane in daily life, is elevated here into a potent symbol.…
More from 2005
In the evocative work Australian Flag, the contemporary Wiradjuri artist Brook Andrew invites us into a profound meditation on national identity and the layered histories that define a continent. At first glance, the painting presents a familiar icon: the blue field of the Australian flag, punctuated by the Union Jack in the canton and the celestial brilliance of the Southern Cross. Yet, through Andrew’s masterful hand, this is not merely…
More from 2006
Hope, Hope and Peace Series (2005), Penrith Regional Gallery - Home of the Lewers Bequest, Emu Plains. Black & White SPECIAL CUT, Hope and Peace Series (2005) and Chandelier Friendly Fire, Hope and Peace Series (2005) come next.
35 years old: Hope, Hope and Peace Series dates from 2005, and Brook Andrew was born in 1970.
Hope, Hope and Peace Series, Black & White SPECIAL CUT, Hope and Peace Series, Chandelier Friendly Fire, Hope and Peace Series, Against all odds, Hope and Peace Series, Australian Flag, I split your gaze, Owl, Replicant Series, Peace, Hope and Peace Series, Polemics and Flying Fox, Replicant Series. The ranking above gives each one's year and museum.
Our catalog holds 11 works by Brook Andrew, dated from 1997 to 2006.
Mostly in Penrith Regional Gallery - Home of the Lewers Bequest (Emu Plains) and National Gallery of Victoria (Melbourne). The museum table above lists them all.
In 2005: 5 of the 11 works on this page were made then, Hope, Hope and Peace Series among them.
On this page, the earliest is I split your gaze (1997) and the latest Australian Flag (2006).
Painting, for 4 of the 11 works on this page.
Contemporary art, judging by the originals on this page.
Hope, Hope and Peace Series, Black & White SPECIAL CUT, Hope and Peace Series and Chandelier Friendly Fire, Hope and Peace Series: the Penrith Regional Gallery - Home of the Lewers Bequest, Emu Plains holds 10 of the works on this page.
Born in the vibrant landscape of Sydney, Australia, in 1970, Brook Andrew has emerged as a profound and commanding presence in the global contemporary art scene. His work does not merely exist within a gallery space; it interrogates the very foundations of how we perceive history, identity, and the enduring legacies of colonialism. As an artist who masterfully navigates the intersection of Western historical narratives and Indigenous perspectives, Andrew creates a dialogue that is as much about reclaiming lost voices as it is about challenging the established canon. His artistic journey, which gained significant international momentum following his emergence in 1996, is defined by a relentless pursuit of truth through the deconstruction of visual archives.
The foundations of Andrew’s practice were laid during his formative academic years at the University of Western Sydney and the University of Denmark, later continuing his rigorous intellectual development at the University of Melbourne. These periods of study provided him with more than just technical proficiency; they instilled a conceptual depth that allows him to treat art as a site of archaeological inquiry. His ability to sift through the debris of history was further bolstered by prestigious recognitions, such as the Smithsonian Artist Research Fellowship in 2017. This opportunity allowed him to delve into vast archival resources, providing the raw material for his explorations into how much of our "official" history is constructed, and how much has been intentionally erased.
What distinguishes Brook Andrew from many of his contemporaries is his refusal to be tethered to a single medium. His practice is a fluid, interdisciplinary tapestry where video projection, sculptural forms, photography, and large-scale installations coalesce into singular, immersive environments. To walk through an Andrew installation is to enter a living archive. He utilizes the physical presence of sculpture to ground his work, while the ephemeral nature of video and light allows him to haunt the viewer with spectral histories. This multifaceted approach ensures that his art is not a passive object of observation but an active, sensory experience that demands critical reflection.
In works such as ‘Chandelier Friendly Fire’ from his evocative ‘Hope & Peace’ series, one can witness the breathtaking tension he creates between beauty and brutality. By utilizing objects that carry cultural weight—ranging from colonial artifacts to contemporary pop culture symbols—he forces a confrontation between the viewer and the complexities of social justice. His technique involves a sophisticated layering of textures and media, creating a sense of depth that mirrors the layered, often contradictory, nature of historical memory itself.
The historical significance of Brook Andrew lies in his ability to transform the gallery into a space of reclamation. His work serves as a vital bridge, connecting the traumatic legacies of the past with the urgent social justice movements of the present. By centering Indigenous perspectives within the framework of contemporary art, he disrupts the monolithic Western gaze and invites a more pluralistic understanding of Australian and global identity.
Throughout his career, Andrew has achieved remarkable milestones that cement his status as a pivotal figure in modern art, including:
Ultimately, Brook Andrew’s art is a testament to the power of visual storytelling to reshape our understanding of the world. He remains a vital, living force in the art community, continuing to push the boundaries of how we confront, remember, and ultimately reimagine the narratives that define us.
