Artist Andrea Bergen creates vibrant and energetic collages from handcut colored paper, favoring this medium for its immediacy over traditional paints. Her work reflects a post-apocalyptic world where urban animals survive off human waste, influenced by Surrealism and Pop Art. Pieces like 'Head in the Clouds, Paws in the Trash' feature animals with human traits, symbolizing adaptability amidst environmental degradation. Bergen's art serves as both a vivid spectacle and a cautionary tale about human impact on nature, showcasing the resilience of urban wildlife.
"The collage process is endlessly additive and I enjoy the simplicity of the materials. I use only three things: scissors, colored paper, and gel medium as glue."
"My collages show these animals eating our discarded junk food and taking on human characteristics after we are gone."
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