The Decker Gallery at MICA presents “LAYERS: The Art of Contemporary Collage,” a dynamic group exhibition showcasing the diverse approaches to collage by contemporary artists worldwide, curated by Andrea Dixon and Teri Henderson. “LAYERS” will be on view from January 24th to March 9th, 2025.
The exhibition explores the multifaceted nature of collage, highlighting its potential to merge disparate elements, challenge visual perceptions, and create new narratives. From traditional cut-and-paste techniques to digital manipulations and mixed media assemblages, “LAYERS” showcases the breadth and ingenuity of contemporary collage practices.
“LAYERS” brings together a diverse group of artists, from those represented by blue-chip galleries to emerging talents, emphasizing the inherent accessibility of collage as a medium that transcends backgrounds and experiences. The exhibition celebrates the power of collage to reflect diverse worldviews and attitudes, transforming paper, photographs, and found objects into intricate and evocative compositions.
“In a world where art-making can come with preconceived notions and prohibitory barriers, collage offers a chance for us to reconnect with the inner artist within all of us,” says Teri Henderson, co-curator of the exhibition.” Additionally, “LAYERS” highlights the magic and potential of collage as a liberatory art-making and world-building practice, making space for the work of artists from marginalized backgrounds, including artists of color, women, and queer artists.”