Stop by the Altadena Library to view the group show “Exhibition: Collage” in the Main Library in September and October 2023. There are four artists — Mary Torregrossa, Stacy Russo, Toti O’Brien, and Olesya Volk — on display and the exhibition was curated by Toti O’Brien.
Artist Reception
Saturday, September 16
1:30-3:30pm
Main Library Community Room
Juxtaposing the works of four artists who use paper and glue for their creations, “Collage” highlights the variety of results that can be obtained through this “simple” technique, based on different material sources, ways to proceed, and especially visions/inspirations.
Mary Torregrossa creates joyful, luscious, striking tableaux out of magazine clips.
Stacy Russo combines watercolor with recycled paper into tender, whimsical narratives.
Toti O’Brien incorporates textural and tactile elements to her bizarre dreamscapes.
Olesya Volk uses paper and glue in order to build dioramas—miniatures theaters inhabited by fantastic characters and their mysterious stories.
About the Guest Curator:
Toti O’Brien is the Italian Accordionist with the Irish last name. Her paintings, mixed media, ceramics, and textiles have been exhibited in group and solo shows in Europe and the US since 1995. Her art has been featured in numerous magazines, such as Still Point, Vayavya, and New Reader, among others. She has curated group shows in sites throughout Southern California for the last 20 years.