DETAIL FROM LA SIGNORA VIOLA

This is the homepage and gallery site for Liza MacKinnon's artwork. I am a Midwest 3D artist with decades of experience in practices such as illustration and graphic design to sculpture and fiber arts.  My primary focus is historical fashion made from paper.  I make garment sculptures, created from books, maps, letters, photos and currency - domestic and foreign.  Many of the characters are historic figures, some are personalities from fiction and a few are completely abstract.  They can be found on the Paper Garments tab and are arranged by the exhibition they were created for. 

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I teach classes! Accessible, friendly, slow-paced, perfect for beginners and established artists alike. See the series of Paper and Friends Classes where I share my artist stash and teach the many forms and techniques I've developed while creating these paper garments. These are primarily skills-based workshops designed to give you hands on experience and a finished artwork to inspire you to continue at home.  Sign up for my mailing list to keep up to date on offerings. 

 

New! Gift certificates available for classes: see button at top of page.

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View my Artist Statement and CV to learn more about the how and why behind these paper sculptures.

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Visit me in my magical studio at Art Emergency - text or call to set up an appointment.

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Find brand new work available for purchase at the Phoenix Gallery in Downtown Lawrence, the Salina Art Center in Salina, KS, and Edition ONE Gallery on Canyon Road in Santa Fe.

 

See a schedule of upcoming shows; click exhibitions.  If you are interested in the artistic process or the very latest creations, follow me on Instagram: @liza.mackinnon or on Facebook @MacKomics.Studio.  A number of my large scale and hanging works are available for sale; please contact MacKomics Studio to arrange shipping or delivery.

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Best to you,

      Liza