"The Stones Cry Out," presented by sculptor Dan Brook

The Mayborn Museum Welcomes Dan Brook
Nov. 16, 2022
3-5 p.m.

Meet Dan Brook, a sculptor from the Creek nation of Oklahoma. One of the few sculptors that create in both figurative and contemporary styles, Brook is a master in bronze, terra cotta, and lucite. His work is collected in public and private collections all over the United States.

Brook's earliest memories are of his father, a second-generation rancher and Indian cowboy, and his vivid tales of turn-of-the-century ranch life. His memories provide a rich tapestry of images, culture, and history for him to draw on. Brook attended Baylor University on a football scholarship, playing under legendary coach Grant Teaff. After graduation, he apprenticed with renowned portrait sculptor Dr. B.N. Walker, where he combined his God-given talents with the techniques of the old masters. One of Brook’s early commissions was a portrait of the Creek nations’ great chief, Claude A. Cox (dec.), now placed in the tribal capitol in Oklahoma.

Twenty-five years later, Brook continues his exploration of sculpture, recently completing the Trail of Tears monument in Tulsa, Oklahoma. His reputation has crossed the ocean, and he has created pieces in the Middle East and Europe. The artist happily lives and works in Dallas, Texas.

To learn more about Brook and his work on the statues of Medal of Honor recipients and Baylor alumni John Kane and Jack Lummus and their installation on Baylor’s campus, visit the fall 2021 issue of Baylor Magazine here.