Enjoy artist Sandy Oppenheimer’s portfolio of beautifully textured and patterned paper collage. See more by visiting her website.
“Dalai Lama” paper collage, 20” x 24”
I paint with paper.
“Old Friends” paper collage, 23” x 30”
Although self-taught, I have had many inspiring teachers along the way, in all areas of life.
“Old Friends 2” paper collage, 23” x 30”
I began my artistic journey in a ceramics studio in Northern California. Then I spent a year in Italy where I used watercolors to capture and explore the landscape.
“Mom’s Night Out” paper collage, 10.5” x 10”
I returned to the states for a year, where I lived with a mixed media artist. This inspired me to start using paper and paint simultaneously. Returning to Italy, for what turned into a 20-year stay, I continued growing my visual vocabulary.
“Apples” paper collage, 9” x 10.5”
In 2003, I applied for and was accepted to a three-month artist residency in a Japanese papermaking village. My job was to use their paper in my work. On day one, I put down my brushes and paints, picked up my scissors and glue, and never turned back. I fell in love.
“Liz” paper collage, 15.7” x 20”
Collage allowed me to do everything paint did, with the added joy of pattern and texture. It is a playful and forgiving medium, which continues to challenge me daily while also providing me with great joy.
“Eunice Playing Scrabble” paper collage, 15.5” x 19.5”
I work every day, truly believing that real inspiration comes in the doing.
“Afternoon Coffee” paper collage, 10” x 11.5”
I’ve been very fortunate in life, and there is no shortage of inspiring opportunities. It may be a book I have read, a conversation I had with a friend, a piece of music I have listened to, a meal I have been served, or a stranger I have passed on the street. All of these can find their way into my work.
“Watermelon” paper collage, 20” x 20”
Whether a still life, a landscape or a portrait, I try to work every day with good intention and an open heart and mind. I can’t imagine life without creating beauty. It is a calling; it is a necessity for my soul. I am filled with gratitude to be able to do the work.
Artist Sandy Oppenheimer in her studio
Creating is my way of giving thanks for the gift of being alive.
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Enjoyed seeing your wonderful art. I love working with paper.
Thank you Gayle for your appreciation. I would love to see what you create with paper. Its such a wonderful medium! Makes my heart sing! warm regards, Sandy
Gayle,
I can’t believe you can get such intricate details in your collages. It’s as if they were truly painted. You have a great imagination!
Thank you, annmarie snyder-grove I am a painter who fell in love with paper!