Art Made from Recycled Materials

Megan Coyle is an artist and illustrator who resides in New York City. She takes common, everyday magazines and turns them into works of art.

Coyle has exhibited her artwork at the Ward Museum, i.d.e.a. Museum, Smithsonian Ripley Center, Art League Gallery, Krempp Gallery, and other galleries around the country. She has been internationally published in publications that include the Washington Post, Somerset Studio, and Papirmasse. Coyle is also the author and illustrator of the children’s book Duck & Fish.


In the Studio with Megan Coyle

My first collage of 2024 is now complete - it's also the twelfth portrait in my series inspired by The
"Phyllis Vance" (Phyllis Smith) is the eleventh portrait in my series inspired by The Office. Some of my portraits have
I can't believe I've made it to the tenth portrait in my series inspired by The Office. "Stanley Hudson" (Leslie

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Resources for Artists & Creatives

Texture is the feel, appearance, or consistency of a surface. Artists use texture to add depth, interest, or balance to
It's easy to be unorganized as an artist, especially when the materials you use for your craft keep piling up
Art is important for a number of reasons – it makes life more interesting and cultivates an inspiring environment. It

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Interviews & Talks with Megan Coyle

Evolution of an Artist's Website
A couple of years ago I gave a talk at a Meetup for coders and artists. During the day I
Koala by collage artist Megan Coyle
I get a lot of my inspiration from everyday life. My portraits are inspired by people I know or familiar
I'm often asked why I'm drawn to making collages entirely from magazine cutouts. Why not paint my own paper or

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The Adventures of Bosty

Bosty wanted to get away for the weekend, but didn't feel like traveling too far away from DC, so he
Earlier this month, Bosty had a chance to check out the cherry blossoms in Washington, DC during their peak bloom.
Bosty wanted to take a break from the grind of city life, and spend some time lounging by the beach.

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