I have a history of ferreting out old and unusual boxes, wood foundry patterns, photographs, papers, metals, stamps, threads, books, natural objects and other ‘stuff’ from everywhere. I collect and sort intriguing items from all over; often unsure at the outset what eventually will come from them. Generally the boxes evoke attachments to the past. My work is very textural; I love the feel of different materials.

      Each of my pieces of art is a one-of-a-kind assemblage or collage. I use many ‘vintage’ objects, those neglected or discarded, that seem to stand the test of time. I treasure those that speak of past lives and vocations; our modern life seems to have outgrown these bits and pieces. This past year much of my work has focused on the waste of materials and the need to reuse. Themes have also emerged, especially those relating to social conscience. Because I use many recycled materials, all of my pieces are original, never to be duplicated. I like to use a variety of mediums to create something a bit more unusual so that I can bring a different twist to something that may otherwise be considered ordinary.

      And yes, I do commissions, both framed and in boxes or old windows. You provide the memorabilia—photographs, objects, whatever floats your boat! I'd love to create your perfect piece of art.

Contact me by email and i will be happy to answer any of your questions.

2010 SHOWS and GALLERIES:

Buffalo Society of Artists at Artpark Gallery, Lewiston, NY, June 21-August 31, 2010

Buffalo Society of Artists, Carnegie Art Center, North Tonawanda, NY, June 17-July 17, 2010

Muskoka Arts and Crafts, Bracebridge, Ontario July 16-18, 2010

A Collage Exhibition-Recycle and Reuse: Art Dialogue Gallery & Buffalo Downtown Public Library, Buffalo, NY, July 16-August 20,2010

Grimsby Public Art Gallery Biannual Selected Juried Exhibition, Grimsby, Ontario, July 23-August 22, 2010

Celebrating Women, Invitational, Market Street Art Center, Lockport, NY July 23-August 29, 2010

Cabbagetown Arts, Riverdale Park, Toronto, September 10-12, 2010

Queen West Art Crawl, Toronto, September 18-19, 2010

Recent Past juried shows include:

Artisans at the Distillery, Distillery District, Mill St. Toronto, May 22-24,2010

WNY Modern Show, Art Dialogue Gallery, 2010

Solo Exhibition, Buffalo Artscapes. 569 Elmwood Ave. Buffalo, NY 14222. December 5-31, 2009.

Patti Harris is an Exhibiting Member of the Buffalo Society of Artists

All photographs by K.C. Kratt, Buffalo, NY

Design by Erin Beth Harris, Buffalo, NY

Website by Jennifer Sterling, South Riding, VA