Portrait of Sam Lennon
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Sam Lennon

Painting, Paper / Book / Illustration, Visual / Media

About the Artist

Sam Lennon is a Maryland-based artist living near the Chesapeake Bay.  She studied at VCU School of the Arts and creates unique collages resembling paintings.  Using handmade papers sourced globally, Lennon's work captures her vibrant perception of nature, balancing "chaos and control" within a limited palette.  Her art, initially inspired by kite designs, is now framed between glass, showcasing the delicate textures and intricate patterns of the papers.  

Sam Lennon website Sam Lennon Fine Art Collages

Featured Work

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"At Night," a 10½ x 13 inch collage, features a captivating interplay of Chiyogami, Lotka, and marbled papers. The piece is further enhanced by the inclusion of a 1933 Japanese-American newspaper fragment and evocative ration stamps, adding a layer of historical depth.