Out of Our Hands Gallery - fine handcrafted creations

Cindy A. Strunk

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Artist Statement

My first experience with papermaking was in a week long intensive workshop at the Women’s Studio Workshop in Rosedale, NY. I studied the Nagashizuki style of Japanese papermaking. Since 1988, I have been expanding my knowledge of both Eastern and Western papermaking techniques and materials. I combine various media inclusions to compliment the visual ambiance at hand.

My principle subject is butterflies and moths. The pixel-like nature of their color cells lends itself to the buildup of dots in each piece. I especially enjoy making them large, causing the viewer to look closer.

I have been selected to represent Berks County in the Art of the State exhibition at the State Museum in Harrisburg, PA three years in a row. I have been a member of the Guild of Papermakers in Philadelphia for 15 years and a member of the Pottstown Area Artists Guild.