The stylistic diversity of work presented in "Nine In Space" indicates that these young artists roam freely among the many ideological movements of 20th century art as well as pay homage to the ideals of western classicism.

If ever there were an argument for artistic collaboration, it would be a bold statement veiled within the quiet successes of a group exhibition. Lurking among the paintings, sculptures and prints of "Nine in Space," the current exhibition at Space237, is such a secret coup. It's not immediately apparent. The common logic of laboratory work and academic experimentation creeps through the gallery, until one turns a corner, stumbling upon one of many witty exercises that cause the works of these young Bowling Green, Ohio, artists to cohere into a community of dialects and interests.

In the vein of Andy Warhol, Brodik satires commercialism, going after companies that market you-and-only-you self-improvement products that promise to deliver the self-image you've always desired. Brodik's paintings parody product advertisements, such as the classic, hair regrowth ad campaign that depicts over a series of four photos, man's dramatic transformation from bald to sporting a new, thick crop of hair. But Brodik doesn't stop there. The artist examines everything from breast augmentation to erectile dysfunction.

Transitions, 10-2004

Toledo Blade

Toledo City Paper

Toledo Blade & City Paper

The Independent Collegian
(The Student Publication of the University of Toledo)
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The Schultes Dubreuil Show, 6-2006

The Independent Collegian
(The Student Publication of the University of Toledo)

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Imperfect Beauty, 1-2007

The Blade & City Paper

The Philadelphians, 10-2000

Canvas vs. Steel, 1-2001

Metals, 3-2001

Nine in Space, 4-2001

Before & After, 10-2001

Take Back Toledo, 6-2002

Newfangled, 10-2002

Holiday Open House, 12-2002

Liquidation, 3-2003

It Came from Above, 4-2004