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

Winston Bishop

"Winston Bishop, " Collage on paper, 7"x5"Order a print The other night, I completed the second portrait in my New ...

Jessica Day

"Jessica Day," Collage on paper, 7"x5"Order a print New Girl has always been one of those shows that I can ...

Andrew McMahon

"Andrew McMahon," Collage on paper, 7"x5"Order a print Andrew McMahon has been one of my favorite musicians for years. Ever ...

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Resources for Artists & Creatives

Drawing by Megan Coyle

Why Do Artists Make Drawings?

Artists make drawings as a way to express themselves creatively. Drawing can also be used as a way to plan ...

Why Do Artists Create Art?

Artists have been making artwork for centuries. For those non-artists out there, you're probably wondering what is it that makes ...
Sketch by Megan Coyle

How to Keep a Sketchbook

Sketchbooks are a wonderful way to practice your craft as an artist. You can use them to plan out future ...

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Interviews & Talks with Megan Coyle

The Colorful Parrot

Q & A: How Did You Pick Your Creative Medium?

When I was a kid, my parents often signed me up for classes at a local art gallery, and just ...
Dog framed collage made from upcycled magazines by Megan Coyle

Q&A: How Do You Frame Your Collages?

When I frame my collages, I like to use a UV-protective frame and acid-free mat board. Using acid-free materials for ...

Q&A: What Inspired You To Write And Illustrate A Children’s Book?

Back in 2011, I wrote and illustrated my first children's book, Duck & Fish. When I was in college, I ...

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The Adventures of Bosty

Bosty goes to Monterey, CA

Bosty recently decided to visit the West Coast for a few days. He’d heard great things about the beaches in ...

Bosty goes to Denver, CO

Bosty really wanted to do some hiking in the Rockies so he went to Denver, CO the other day. He ...
Bosty goes to Vancouver

Bosty goes to Vancouver, Canada

Over the summer, Bosty checked out Vancouver for the first time. He's always wanted to visit since he hasn't spent ...

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