February 2024 Featured Artist - Sarah Vitberg of Hagstash Art
Artist Bio: Rochester, NY artist, Sarah VItberg of HagStash creates unique and beautifully created hand-cut paper collage oddities that highlight crafted pieces with intricate details and a touch of whimsy. They offer a variety of stickers, prints, lighters, greeting cards, light switch covers and more. One of their standout pieces is the Deck of the Odd, a paper collage tarot deck and guidebook that is bold and striking, featuring a mix of traditional tarot symbols and unexpected elements. This deck stands out with its one-of-a-kind illustrations and hand-cut process, a versatile choice to explore tarot for experienced readers or those just starting out.
Artist Statement: My disability has profoundly influenced my artistic perspective, cultivating within me a profound sensitivity to everyday life. It brings a wellspring of inspiration that motivates me to challenge conventional ideas of beauty; to find intricacies and nuances that exist within seemingly mundane objects and moments. Ultimately, my goal as an artist is to create a space where individuals can find solace, where they can question the status quo, and where they can be transported to a realm where differences and limitations are transformed into sources of strength and creativity. Paper, scissors and glue help me move through the world in funny, dark and whimsical ways.
