Storytelling

Inspired by the act and concept of reuse, repurpose and recycle, I strive to bring old or discarded things to new light. Collage is about juxtaposition and interpretation. I love the hands-on exploration and discovery of collage and assemblage that inevitably leads to surprise compositions along the way. I draw inspiration from my family history, my travels and hikes, and my sketchbooks.

Collage

For me, Collage is about the arrangement and juxtaposition of disparate elements into a new connected whole. Each collage tells a second story that its parts alone would not be able to impart. I love this discovery.

Sketchbook

In-the-Instant collages. The point is to work quick and small. I carry around a few envelopes of scrap papers left over from larger projects and use these scraps and a glue stick to "sketch" in my visual poetry exercise book.

Photography

Texture, pattern and collections. I look for collage in nature and the city street and capture it just for the beauty of the texture itself or for reuse in my montages.

Recent Work & Upcoming Events

The Art Muse. Currently I have a selection of small works, mini's and cards for sale at this wonderful Gallery, Gifts & Art Supplies store in Woodinville, WA. Open weekdays 11am - 6pm. Open Saturdays 10am - 3pm through the holidays!

Visit Willard Art & Frame in Bothell for The Red Show, February 4 - March 1. I have 3 collages in the show. The Artist Reception is February 13, 5 - 8pm.

I am back at the Arts of Snohomish Gallery as a guest artist. My collages are on display in the Foyer through March 2026.

Circling Back II collage by Gina Hanzsek

Storytelling

Collage

Sketchbook

Photography

Recent Work & Upcoming Events

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Hanzsek Design

Located in Snohomish County, Washington, Hanzsek Design specializes in collage art, handmade cards, unique crafts and book design.