Heidemaria Abfalterer

Oberperfuss, Austria

My choice of medium was born out of my first occupation in a newspaper archive. As we cataloged the papers, we were left with piles of them to throw out at the end of the day. I loved the beautiful photos I saw on the discarded pages and I started to collect them. In my work I collage newspapers on canvas and wood panels, which I finish off with a layer of acrylic paint and a lettering statement channeling my daily impressions and fears. Each piece brings attention to a topic that is dear to me, such as climate change, greed, and immigration, while preserving the value of the printed word, which risks disappearing in this digital age. My work upholds the importance of free expression and carries the message that it’s never too late to turn things around for the better.

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Rich or Free, 2023

Acrylic & collage on wood panel

45" x 47"

$1200

Hidden Link, 2023

Acrylic & collage on wood panel

31" x 39"

$650

Speed Art, 2023

Acrylic & collage on wood panel

31" x 39"

$650

Helps Herself, 2022

Acrylic & collage on wood panel

45" x 47"

$1200

Why Me, 2022

Acrylic & collage on wood panel

33" x 83"

$1800

No Way Back, 2020

Acrylic & collage on canvas

16" x 23.5"

$450

Ours First, 2020

Acrylic on canvas

20" x 16"

$350

Never Go Down, 2020

Acrylic & collage on canvas

16" x 23.5"

$450

Dr. Stupid, 2020

Acrylic & collage on cardboard box with canvas

20" x 16"

$350

Are We Equal, 2022

Acrylic & collage on synthetic canvas

20" x 59"

$900

Crazy Times, 2020

Acrylic & collage on canvas

23.5" x 16"

$450