Troy Dugas

My work is made from product labels I purchase in unused bundles. I cut and arrange this material onto flat surfaces (paper, canvas, or wood) to produce artworks that appear woven. I use repetition and pattern to distract from the original purpose of the label to sell a product. The labels are often leftover from defunct products and can be from as far back as the 1930's. The material is seductive, and the thrill of finding and collecting is an exciting part of the process.