"Oshatz worked on a monumental scale to represent underwater scenes, creating a full stage silk backdrop. He also designed hand painted silk waves that dancers moved across the stage."
"I loved visiting his studio. He always had a new painting on his easel. He was so enthusiastic, even in his later life."
"My first one was a cardboard box into which I laid out my dreams, and then it became a room in which I battled my demons and dreamt."
Steven Oshatz, who passed away on January 24, 2026, was a set designer for Eugene Ballet for over 40 years. He collaborated with Toni Pimble, creating unique designs for productions like The Little Mermaid. Oshatz's work included monumental silk backdrops and 3-dimensional pieces. He also explored various mediums in his personal practice, including photography and painting. His enthusiasm for art remained strong throughout his life, and he maintained a studio since childhood, where he expressed his creativity and passion for design.
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