Blythe King

Blythe King

Blythe King is a Pittsburgh-born artist based in Richmond, VA. She utilizes a variety of processes including image transfer, photo collage, Zen calligraphy, and gold leafing to reveal the complexities of female identity. Her most recent project, Two Sides of the Same Coin, is focused on reworked portraits of women originally depicted in vintage mail order catalogues and magazine clippings. King studied religion and art and received her BA from the University of Richmond and her MA from the University of Colorado. She practiced Zen calligraphy with Stephen Addiss (The Art of Zen). Her art has been exhibited in museums, galleries, and art centers nationwide. King currently works as an artist, art educator, and professor of religious studies.

Website: http://cargocollective.com/blytheking