ARTIST STATEMENT
Maryann Riker is a mixed-media artist whose collages and artist books convey a visual narrative relating to women’s roles in society from a historical perspective. She uses vintage images and ephemera in constructed works that unfolds to engage the viewers. Recent works utilize embroidery and dress making methods honoring women’s work.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Maryann Riker is a mixed-media artist whose collages and artist books convey a visual narrative relating to women’s roles in society and historical perspectives. Her work is in the Brooklyn Museum of Art Feminist Art Institute, Pratt Institute, Rutgers University, Rhode Island School of Art and many more. She exhibits both nationally and abroad. She holds a B.A. from Moravian University, an M.A. from Montclair State University and an M.F.A. from Vermont College.
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