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Artist

Karen Lynch

Karen Lynch reworks vintage paper into surreal, psychedelic landscapes that bridge the natural world and the cosmos.

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About Karen

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Karen Lynch is a self-taught visual artist based in Adelaide, Australia, who creates under the moniker Leaf and Petal Design. Her practice bridges the gap between analogue and digital collage, drawing from her background in horticulture and cinema studies to build intricate, otherworldly scenes. Working primarily with hand-cut vintage paper sourced from mid-century magazines, Lynch recontextualizes found materials into psychedelic landscapes. Her work has earned international recognition with exhibitions in France, Italy, and Canada, alongside an ARIA Award nomination for her contribution to album cover art.

Visual voice

Lynch’s aesthetic defines a retro-futuristic vision where mid-century architecture meets the vastness of outer space. She blends botanical elements with cosmic imagery to create intergalactic botanical gardens that feel both nostalgic and surreal.
Retro-FuturismVintage CollageSpace ImageryBotanical SurrealismMid-Century ArchitecturePsychedelic Landscapes
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Karen Lynch — questions answered

What is Karen Lynch's artistic process?

She utilizes a mix of analogue and digital techniques, often beginning with hand-cut vintage paper sourced from mid-century magazines.

Where is the artist based?

Karen Lynch is a self-taught artist based in Adelaide, Australia.

What are the recurring themes in her work?

Her work frequently explores the intersection of space imagery, architecture, and the natural world, often described as intergalactic botanical gardens.

Has her work received any professional accolades?

Yes, she received an ARIA Award nomination for Best Cover Art for her collaboration on Bernard Fanning's album Civil Dusk.

Where has her work been exhibited?

Lynch’s work has been exhibited internationally, with shows in France, Italy, and Canada.

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