Original mixed media art crafted from thrifted canvases and discontinued mid-century magazines. Each piece is a one-of-a-kind conversation between past and present.
"I see beauty in what people leave behind — a thrift store canvas, a magazine from the '60s. My job is to give them a second life together."
Based in Dallas-Fort Worth, Madisen creates mixed media artwork that bridges decades. Each piece begins with a thrifted canvas and discontinued mid-century magazines, layered with textured impasto paint in her signature checkerboard grid pattern.
The result is tactile, nostalgic, and unmistakably hers — a collision of vintage photography and modern texture that turns any wall into a conversation starter.
With a background in Fashion and Visual Communication from FIDM and Arizona State University, Madisen brings a designer's eye to fine art.
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Every piece begins with a story — the canvas has lived before, and the magazines carry decades of visual history.
Scouring thrift stores for pre-loved canvases and tracking down discontinued mid-century magazines with the right vintage imagery.
Mapping the signature checkerboard pattern onto the canvas, selecting and placing vintage images that tell a cohesive visual story.
Building dimension with thick impasto paint, creating tactile contrast between the smooth vintage imagery and the sculptural paint strokes.
Removing the tape, refining details, and revealing the final piece — where mid-century nostalgia meets contemporary texture.
Want something made just for your space? Every commission starts with a conversation about your vision, your walls, and your story.
Every piece finds its home. Here's what collectors are saying.
"The texture in person is incredible — photos don't do it justice. It's the first thing every guest asks about when they walk in."
"I commissioned a piece for my living room and Madisen nailed the vibe perfectly. The vintage imagery she chose felt so personal."
Whether you want to commission a custom piece, inquire about an available work, or just say hi — I'd love to hear from you. Fill out the form or reach out directly.