Phyllis Gorsen Artist Biography

Phyllis Gorsen, born in Philadelphia, PA, received her MFA from the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts in 2014. Her work has been exhibited nationally, including galleries in New York, Philadelphia, and California. Her exhibitions include a solo show at Boston Street Gallery and a two-person exhibition at Hot Bed Gallery in Philadelphia. She has also curated several exhibitions in the Philadelphia region.  Over the last couple of years, Gorsen has been featured in many publications including The Philadelphia Inquirer, ArtBlog, Create! Magazine, the Courier Post, and Glassworks Magazine. Gorsen currently works out of her studio located in Philadelphia.

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Statement

In Phyllis' current body of work, she is bridging a connection to wildlife with fantasized scenes between creature and person. These collage paintings playfully incorporate animals and insects, depicting her desire to become more connected to the natural world.