Meet the artist

Deborah Kracht is a mixed media artist living in central Massachusetts. 

"I can't remember a time when I wasn't an artist. In most of the pictures from my childhood, I am either covered in paint or building something. Things haven't changed much over the years; only the materials I use are different. Like many visual artists, I am a scavenger of objects and a saver of bits. My current work seeks to rescue and reinvent objects that are broken or have outlived their purpose. In doing so, I satisfy my love of treasure hunting by visiting flea markets, estate sales, and auctions, using my finds to create art instead of just hoarding interesting bits. I go without preconceived notions, never looking for specific pieces. Instead, I let the objects dictate the direction of the work. Sometimes the pieces come together quickly, and often they must wait until I find the next perfect part."