Exhibitions | Megan Coyle: Artist & Illustrator

February 21, 2019February 21, 2019

Junkyard Jungle Group Exhibition

Junkyard Jungle Exhibit featuring Megan Coyle's artwork

Three of my original collages are currently on display at the i.d.e.a. Museum in Mesa, Arizona. They are in an exhibit called “Junkyard Jungle,” which features the work of artists who use recycled materials. The show opened on February 8th, and runs until May 26th, 2019.

The curator of the exhibit was kind enough to send along photos of the installed artwork. Since I won’t have a chance to see the exhibit in-person, it was great getting to see so many photos of the exhibit. If you’re in the Mesa, Arizona area, you should definitely try to stop by to see the show. It’s a great mix of artwork and creative activities for children.

Above you can see my framed “The Curious Penguin.”

Above you can see my framed “The Otter Sisters” original collage.

There’s even a collage station where children can create their own paper collages.

Above is my “Lipstick Lizard” framed collage.

All my artwork in the show is available for sale.

January 27, 2019June 6, 2024

Group Exhibit: Junkyard Jungle

What a Pair (the Otter Sisters) by collage artist Megan Coyle

February 8th – May 26th, 2019
i.d.e.a. Museum; Mesa, Arizona

I’m excited to announce that three of my original collages, “The Curious Penguin,” “The Otter Sisters,” and “Lipstick Lizard,” will be on display at the i.d.e.a. Museum’s Junkyard Jungle exhibit.

“The Curious Penguin.” Collage on paper. 16″x12″
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The show features artists from around the U.S. and U.K., who transform discarded materials into unique works of art. In conjunction with the exhibit, the museum has a number of planned activities for children of all ages.

Lipstick Lizard by collage artist Megan Coyle — “Lipstick Lizard.” Collage on paper. 12″x16″
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October 16, 2018November 5, 2018

Two Figurative Collages Available at PawCasso Charity Art Auction

Strolling in the Park is a collage by Megan Coyle — “Strolling in the Park.” Collage on paper. 24″x18″

Saturday, November 3rd, 2018 6pm – 10pm
National Airport, Historic Terminal A

I’m excited to announce that I’ve donated my “Strolling in the Park” and “Figure Landscape” collages to an upcoming charity art auction called PawCasso. The event is taking place on November 3rd, and raises money for Homeward Trails Animal Rescue. You can find out more about what’s up for auction, as well as get tickets to the event, by visiting their website.

Figure Landscape is a collage by Megan Coyle — “Figure Landscape.” Collage on paper. 24″x18″

March 21, 2018June 11, 2024

Group Exhibit: Framing Feminism

Afternoon in the Park by collage artist Megan Coyle — “Afternoon in the Park” Collage on paper. 5″x7″
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April 5th – May 20th, 2018
Dacha Loft; Washington, DC

A dozen of Coyle’s collages will be on display in a group exhibit run by Monochrome Collective and Dacha Beer Garden. The majority of Coyle’s collages featured in the exhibit depict scenes inspired by the DC landscape, as well as a couple of still life and animal pieces. 5% of all artwork sales will be donated to The Washington Area Women’s Foundation. Their mission is to “Mobilize our community to ensure that economically vulnerable women and girls in the Washington region have the resources they3 need to thrive.”

This is the first time in five years that Coyle is exhibiting her artwork in the area. The show will have three events with limited space for viewing the work, so contact Megan if you’re interested in getting on the guest list for the opening, artist talk, or closing reception. Otherwise viewings can be made by appointment only.

Opening Reception: April 5, 6:30PM to 9:00PM
Artist Talk: May 10
Closing Reception: May 20

Dacha Loft
1600 7th St NW
Washington, DC 20001

November 13, 2013January 29, 2017

Paper Collage Scapes Exhibit

Collages by Megan Coyle

Over the weekend I worked on installing my exhibit at the Goodwin House in Alexandria, Virginia. The exhibit, “Paper Collage Scapes,” features about thirty of my landscape, cityscape, and a few still life collages. The show includes some of my older pieces as well as some relatively new ones that were completed just last year.

Collages by Megan Coyle

I’ve included images of the installed exhibit so you can get a sense of the space. I sort of like the contrast of the green wallpaper with my artwork framed in black frames with white mats. Anyway, I’m looking forward to returning to the Goodwin House in the next few weeks to give a talk about artwork, process, and experience with self publishing a children’s book.

Collages by Megan Coyle

November 10, 2013June 15, 2024

Paper Collage Scapes

All in a Row by collage artist Megan Coyle — “All in a Row.” Collage on paper. 12″x16″
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November 10th, 2013 – January 10th, 2014
Goodwin Gallery; Alexandria, Virginia
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“Paper Collage Scapes” features a variety of Coyle’s landscape, cityscape, as well as natural still life collages that have been completed over the years. The exhibit even includes several collages that were part of her D.C. Collage Scapes series.

The show explores the intricacies of various buildings and houses in the D.C. area, as well as natural landscapes. Coyle has composed each collage using solid colors and fragments of photographs found in magazines.

This is the second exhibit Coyle has had at the Goodwin House – she is excited to share her work again with the residents and their families.

October 17, 2013June 16, 2024

Pieced Together: Animal Collage

Red Ruffed Lemur by collage artist Megan Coyle — “Red Ruffed Lemur.” Collage on paper. 18″x24″
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October 17th – October 31st, 2013
Mt. Pleasant Library
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Opening Reception: Thursday, October 17th, 2013 at 7:00p.m.

Coyle will display five of her large animal collages at Mt. Pleasant Library’s exhibit space. Each work of art was inspired by the National Zoo in Washington, D.C.

When it comes to creating works of art, Coyle enjoys drawing inspiration from familiar scenes and settings of everyday life. Often times she’ll wander around Washington, D.C. looking for inspiration for future works of art. One of her favorite places to visit for inspiration is the National Zoo. The works she selected for the Mt. Pleasant exhibit are from a series where she explored working with a variety of texture to piece together different colorful animals.

The show is funded by Day Eight, a nonprofit that focuses on the delivery of innovative community arts programming in the District of Columbia. In conjunction with the exhibit, Coyle will run two collage workshops:

Collage Making Workshop for Children and Youth
Saturday, October 12, 2013 at 11:00am

Artist Megan Coyle Program for Adults and Seniors
Tuesday, October 29, 2013 at 7:00pm

October 5, 2013June 5, 2024

Collage Making Workshop for Adults and Seniors

Tuesday, October 29, 2013 – 7:00pm
Mt. Pleasant; Washington, D.C.

I’m running a collage making workshop for seniors and adults in the D.C. area. I will discuss my work and technique, demo my work, and proceed to help attendees make small animal collages. This workshop is being run in conjunction with my exhibit that will open at Mt. Pleasant Library on October 17th. The program is provided in collaboration with Mt. Pleasant Library and Day Eight, a nonprofit that promotes the arts in the D.C. area.

The workshop is free and open to the public.

October 5, 2013June 6, 2024

Collage Making Workshop for Children and Youth

Cuddling Meerkats by collage artist Megan Coyle — “Cuddling Meerkats.” Collage on paper. 18″x24″
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Saturday, October 12, 2013 – 11:00am
Mt. Pleasant; Washington D.C.

I will run a workshop for children and youth on collage making. I’ll demonstrate my technique, “painting with paper,” and then assist attendees with making their own “painting with paper” collages of animals. This workshop is being run in conjunction with my exhibit that will open at Mt. Pleasant Library on October 17th. The program is provided in collaboration with Mt. Pleasant Library and Day Eight, a nonprofit that promotes the arts in the D.C. area.

The workshop is free and open to the public. Registration is required – so make sure you contact the library in advance by stopping by Mt. Pleasant’s Children’s Room or calling (202) 671-3125.

May 11, 2013March 18, 2018

Tryst Group Exhibit

tryst-show-megan-coyle-artwork

This month my artwork is on display in a group exhibit at Tryst. The exhibit features the work of three D.C. area artists who are part of the Bourgeon book project. Five of my landscape/cityscape pieces are included in the show.

tryst-show-megan-coyle This past Thursday was the opening reception for the exhibit. A big thank you to everyone who attended and those who were also hard at work organizing the show.

The Examiner recently wrote an article about the exhibit and artists, which you can view here. The photos from this blog post were all taken by the writer when she was attending the opening.