Crystal Marie considers herself to be a 'material girl' when it comes to her art practice, which is rooted in collage. Evolving to include three-dimensional sculptures and assemblages, Crystal's work speaks to both physical location and identity. Her process begins with an experimental approach, allowing what she's brought to the table to inform her decisions as she builds layers of texture and meaning.A Chicago based mid-career artist currently residing in Kansas City, Crystal Marie has one book published on the art of collage and is writing a second book about overcoming the blocks commonly encountered in the studio. Crystal has exhibited her work nationally in fine art exhibitions and shows including SOFA Expo in Chicago, earning her gallery representation and the coveted 2018 Racine Art Museum Artist Fellowship Award.