Who Gets to Steal? Copyright, Collage, and the Art World's Selective Enforcement
I saw a post in a collage art group a couple of weeks ago that made my blood boil, and I can't stop thinking about it.
An artist lost their show at a senior citizens center. Not because their work wasn't good. Not because it wasn't appropriate. But because the venue manager was afraid of copyright lawsuits. The artist had created beautiful mixed-media pieces using magazine images and photographs, including some recognizable faces like Frida Kahlo. They asked the group: Should I just show work without recognizable faces? Will that solve the problem?
Stencil Inspiration - A quick tutorial for gorgeous miniature art journals to keep or gift!
Here’s a quick look at couple of ways that I have used my latest stencils to make a few journals. Perfect for gifting!
Connecting during Corona Virus
Sharing resources for where we can connect, commiserate, share artwork, ask questions and participate in challenges while we are dealing with Covid-19.
Matus Atelier has launched!
I’m so exciting to share with you that I’ve just launched my own sustainable wearable art clothing and accessories line!
New Face Stencils!!!!
So excited to announce my new line of stencils with StencilGirl. I have loved seeing the incredible creations that people have come up with using my last series of stencil designs, and I can't wait to see what you all come up with next!
Using Stencils to Create Fabulous Portraits - Tutorial
Grab your sketchbook and a pencil because this tutorial gives you the step-by-step process I use for creating amazing portraits with my stencil collection.