Artist Convo: Virginia Primozic “No Paint! All Paper”

Painting with Paper — A Journey of Texture, Color, and Emotion

A Unique Medium, A Painter’s Soul

Virginia Primozic doesn’t paint with a brush—she paints with paper. Using a technique that blends traditional collage with painterly intention, she layers torn and cut paper onto canvas using acrylic medium, crafting works that resonate with both visual and tactile richness.

Every piece begins as an experiment. Some papers, with their perfect hue or fiber, speak immediately to the canvas. Others require layering, blending, and patience to achieve the desired tone and intensity. Organic papers—infused with natural colors and textures—introduce unexpected variations. Some are delicate enough to act like a glaze; others are thick, unruly, and demanding. Through it all, Virginia embraces the unpredictability, allowing the material to guide the process as much as her artistic vision.

Virginia Primozic, 2nd Place Winner of the “Color Play” Abstract Art Contest and Exhibition

Influences & Intuition

Her approach is influenced by collage pioneers like Henri Matisse and Peter Blake, yet her work is distinctly her own. Rather than arranging found imagery, she uses paper as paint—treating color, light, and form as a painter would. The textures, weights, and qualities of each paper are her brushstrokes.

But Virginia’s art goes deeper than technique. Each subject she chooses—whether abstract or representational—is grounded in personal resonance. She’s drawn to motifs rich in color, emotion, and meaning. Whether it’s the beauty of nature, the strength of a symbol, or the simplicity of a shared truth, her goal remains the same: to connect.

Beyond the Surface

At the heart of Virginia Primozic’s work is a desire to evoke a moment—a feeling, memory, or shared human experience that lingers beyond the physical materials. Through the layering of paper and emotion, she invites viewers to pause and reflect, to feel something deeper than what meets the eye.

Explore Virginia’s World of Paper & Paint

To see more of Virginia Primozic’s work, stay connected for upcoming exhibitions, studio updates, or behind-the-scenes glimpses into her creative process. Each canvas holds a story—and she welcomes you into that journey.

Stay tuned to be informed and encouraged from the wisdom of Virginia’s story, interview release June 10, 2025.