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About the Article:
The East Bay Times article, written by Lou Fancher, introduces the exhibition’s broad spectrum of artistic expression, from Berkeley-based Amy Yoshitsu’s intricate three-dimensional paper assemblages to Oakland’s Alice Beasley’s striking fabric art that blends humor with social commentary. The exhibition also features a variety of special events, including "Family Workshop: Self-Portrait Collage" on August 25, a “Cocktails & Conversation” discussion With Cut Paste Create Juror Kimberley Acebo Arteche on August 29, and "Yoga & Sound Healing" class with Janine Ellis on September 8.

The article offers a glimpse into the artistic processes and inspirations behind some of the works on display, providing insight into the profound connections between the natural world, human creativity, and the complexities of societal systems.

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About Cut Paste Create: The Art of Collage:

Derived from the French verb coller, meaning to glue/stick, collage refers to both the method and art form in which paper and other media are arranged and affixed to a surface. Though the first evidence of collage coincided with the invention of paper in China around 200 BC, it was not until the early 20th century that artists first used it as a technique. Collage has since evolved into a popular and powerful medium that transcends traditional artistic boundaries. Versatile and accessible, collage allows for a creative amalgamation of 2- and 3-D materials, creating a fascinating visual interplay of textures, colors, and forms that explore the juxtaposition of seemingly disparate elements. From analog cut-and-paste to digital layering, this exhibition celebrates the deft use of materials and creative spirit of collage. Cut Paste Create: The Art of Collage is on view at Bedford Gallery till September 15, 2024.

Jurors are Rangsook Yoon, Ph.D., Senior Curator at the Sarasota Art Museum and Kimberley Acebo Arteche, Co-Executive Director at Berkeley Art Center.