This new version of Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley’s classic 19th century novel Frankenstein; or, the Modern Prometheus features seventy-six illustrations by International Collage Artists who delved into the novel’s rich narrative and visual potential and created thought-provoking artworks that reflect the essence of Frankenstein in a 21st century context. “Frankenstein,” writes artist David Edward Johnson, “The name alone…
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COVERED & RIPPED
covered in scars, like an anchor tattoo ripped from the pages of histories we knew bodies get old, sick, taken from you branded by love, buffed and crossed headlines in the nightly news tear covered cigarettes need smoked angels follow maps by day, stars at night death feathers tell their secrets to the wind women…
We Want to Live
@pariscollagecollective week 45/2023.
Exploring the World of Collage and Illustration in Frankenstein: Kolaj Institute’s Residency
The intersection of art, literature, and human experience is a realm of boundless creativity and introspection. From August to October 2023, a group of fifteen talented artists embarked on a unique journey through the virtual halls of Kolaj Institute’s Collage & Illustration Residency – Frankenstein. Hosted by @kolajmagazine, the residency focused on Mary Shelley’s iconic…
RIPPED
covered in scars, like an anchor tattoo ripped from the pages of histories we knew bodies get old, sick, taken from you branded by love, buffed and crossed headlines in the nightly news tear covered cigarettes to smoke angels follow a map by day, stars at night death fathers tell their secrets to the wind…
sacred scars
red eyed goddess sways from the rafters open the gate regurgitate landscapes pay the meter search for escape seek solace scars raise saviors stacked for later wrist cutters scream a silent call
POST NO BILLS
vibrant hues, an ode to rebels rise, Warhol’s boundless dreams, banned books murmur, truth takes to the skies, their spirit, fierce and extreme. street angles capture souls, stories untold, while mattress companies yearn for slumber, expert renovations, tales unfold, transforming spaces. face down, ass up, the art of cock unfurls, provocative expressions seek release, chrysalis…
SMOKE EYES
halos of smoke rings street angels laugh signal hill pumps red grease smiles blazing lips fire lonely burdens betray saviors burn saints women tease for pay
BLOOMS
blurred for your pleasure clones write checks terms of service always broken lead the way I stay in trouble tied up tied down succulent crowns glow ascension through descension
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