Lisa Kaus has been a mixed media folk artist for close to 20 years. The native Oregonian can't remember a time when she wasn't working on some artistic aspect in her life. Within the past couple of years she has rediscovered collage after a several year hiatus. She has been a paperaholic since she was a child and it only seemed natural to pursue it in a big way.
Incorporating a variety of mediums into each piece adds a wonderful spontaneous element to her work. She has a special fondness for old time-worn elements with some historical purpose. Using these elements in her assemblage work, creates a special and unique interaction between vintage found objects and contemporary painting. Layers upon layers evoke depth and textual interest. Whimsical birds, flowers and folk art houses are at the root of Lisa's work. The mood is exuberant yet tranquil
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