I founded the BCC in December, 2013 and Its something I couldn't be more proud of. Thanks to my partner Lizzie Gill and the rest of the crew we've shown in Brooklyn, Manhattan, Colorado, Australia, and the United Kingdom... and we're looking to further marinate this planet with our collage juices. The website is up, with a hell of a lot more news to come sooner than later, so go check it out aaaight: www.brooklyncollagecollective.com
Artist/Musician/FOUNDER OF THE BROOKLYN COLLAGE COLLECTIVE
STRANGE DREAMS
8/23/2022: I’m proud to announce a new collage series called STRANGE DREAMS. STRANGE DREAMS is my own original series of comic collage concept covers. Mostly all the material is sourced from real comics, besides my title and logo. Each one will have a limited edition of 25 prints, which are now available in my shop!
Official MJL Comics Logo
My comics have been approved by the gods :)
THE CUTTING CHAOS BOOK IS FINALlY OUT
(http://www.cuttingchaos.com/)
For the past year @_nikovartiainen has been working on this book and now it has finally been sent to print - The Cutting Chaos is a 244 paged, hardcover art book that showcases studios and different creative places of 28 collage artists around the globe: Graham Hutchinson (England), Itchi (France), Arianne Cristiel (Canary Islands), Simone Löhndorf (Sweden), Morgan Jesse Lappin (USA), Ilke Türkoral (Netherlands), Pieces Collage (India), Wlad Pieroni (Brazil), Nolavola (Spain), Clashing Squirrel (France), Juliette Pestel (Netherlands), Ermanno Cavaliere (Italy), Miranda Millward (England), Kellette Elliott (USA), YoungDanielCant (USA), Tsun-Zaku (Japan), Wolves Of Suburbia (England), Lee McKenna (Australia), Svena Steinbrecher (Germany), Chad Yenney (USA), Riikka Fransila (Finland), Kike Congrains (Peru), Rhed Fawell (Scotland), John Andrew Dixon (USA), Phil Carney (England), Millie Bartlett (Australia), Andrei Cojocaru (France), Maria Elisa Quiaro (Germany). Each participating artist shares photos from their collaging chaos and answers a set of questions about their workspace. All photos are taken by the artist by themselves without much of an art directional dictating – He wanted each artist to give a look at their own workspace and present it as they see and feel it.
July, 6th - 2021: Brooklyn Collage Collective is back for an “Almost” Post Pandemic Showcase. Its the first physical show in 2 years with a fresh new showcase taking place Friday, July 9th featuring: @p_spurlock / @nokmilano / @gemica.rosenberg / @davidpaullart / @talirose_art / @cafebustelow
April, 21st - 2021: Brooklyn Collage Collective is back in celebration for World Collage Day (May 8th). The online exhibit will have a LIVE Opening Zoom event at 8PM on Monday, May 3rd and the show will last until May 31st. Here is our amazing artist line up:
Winston Smith, Kevork Mourad, Ken Butler, Kendra Morris, Morgan Jesse Lappin, Adam Hale, Steve Teirney, Allan Bealy, Zach Collins, Ben DiNino, Alex Dorney, Doug Groupp, Alexis Hilliard, Joseph Karwacki, Hope Kroll, Jessie Laura Hermoza, Elise Margolis, Alicia Morris, Adrienne Moumin, Jay Riggio, Sean Smith, Charles Wilkin, Chad Yenney, Jeanette Christina, Julia Volonts, Max Strong and Kira E. Wong
Here’s an amazing press release on my upcoming art show, and my limited edition prints of the original collage, BACK AT HOME (which are paired with NFTs). Yes, NFTs are new to me as well, and it takes research, but its worth it, so jump in soon:
8/13/2020: I've been creating collage since 2007, and have made it a full time profession. Now I'm sharing my collage wisdom with the masses.
This link will give you access to over 25,000 classes including mine: https://skl.sh/3iZB3Tc
Project Description: For your class project, make a collage of your own using 1 of the 3 methods! Choose from one of the three methods: Foreground & Background Characters in New Environments Portals & Windows
Are you my next student? Let's collage!
I finally created a video bio about me and the art of collage, enjoy!
Monday / June 15th: After years of searching for the right representation, I’m proud to announce that i’ve landed with VAN RENSBURG GALLERIES. VRG has a reputation for curating engaging and accessible exhibitions presented with the highest level of professionalism, supporting experienced and novice art collectors with personal service, and first hand knowledge of all the artists represented.
Alongside the gallery in Australia, Van Rensburg Galleries continues with an international program of exhibitions in Hong Kong and New York, also exhibiting at international art fairs, established, mid and emerging artists.
Van Rensburg Galleries seeks to represent work across painting, drawing, photography, sculpture and mixed media. With a focus on contemporary and emerging artists with the gallery typically featuring work with a modern, figurative sensibility that is emotionally rich and poignant, but often also conveying wit and humour. VRG* represents emerging and established artists that demonstrate a sensitivity to the conundrums of modern life.
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Friday / May 15th: I recently had the opportunity to work with Prince of Lilies, a bad ass band from Greece, making big waves lately, and just recorded with Steve Albini (Nirvana, The Stooges, The Jesus Lizard…)
I was honored when they asked me to rock some art for this single, now lets hope our world heals so we can get these cats to NYC.
Now available - ON SPOTIFY, iTunes, etc. New digital single “Rattle and Break” was recorded and mixed by Steve Albini (Nirvana, Stooges, Pixies) and the cover art is by NYC artist @morgan_jesse_lappin - GO CRANK IT LOUD ON - Available on @spotify @itunes @amazonmusic @googleplaymusic
MONDAY / April 13th - So the last month and a half has been surreal, the world has been rocked by a nasty virus that has humans at their wits end. I’ve been hunkering down and have launched my clothing line during a economic crisis! GO FIGURE! People need to be inspired, and this is also a way of survival. So remember, SUPPORT THE ARTS!
Things are heating up for my new clothing line and happy to share my first two features.
Fine Art Shippers provide the best interior design and art handling services in NYC. They were excited when they got the opportunity to share my new collage clothing line and posted a great review of the work: https://fineartshippers.com/morgan-jesse-lappin-s-new-collage-apparel-line-on-etsy/
Besides that, I also received a feature/review on 300Magazine - always dropping features of some cutting edge art and apparel: https://300magazine.com/new-art-inspired-clothing-line-by-morgan-jesse-lappin/
3/29/20 - Captains Log #18423.19:
It’s been a long time since my last update. I’ve recently started my own line of Unique Collage Apparel. Ranging from sweaters, to leggings… also now available: Hand made collage books, prints and other wild accessories on my Etsy Shop!
Pre Order your Transmission City Collage Jackets, TODAY.
/LIMITED EDITION/
Jacket Collaboration with The Very Warm
9014 // Transmission City Collage Jacket
Down filled puffer with wool across the shoulder. Available in Black, Ink and Brick
Dual closure down filled bibbed puffer coat. Warm plush light premium down fill with ultra-warm wool over the chest and shoulders. Original analog collage used as the liner of the jacket titled, Transmission City created by Morgan Jesse Lappin of the Brooklyn Collage Collective.
9343 // Transmission City Collage Jacket (Sherpa)
Cavalry Twill Nylon Bomber with a Sherpa stand collar.
Rugged cavalry twill bomber jacket with sherpa stand collar. Original analog collage used as the liner of the jacket titled, Transmission City created by Morgan Jesse Lappin of the Brooklyn Collage Collective.
CAPTAIN’S LOG 420 - 6/17/19: And so on the 8th day, Morgan Lappin’s Etsy Store was opened.. and so it was - Enter by clicking my face!
CAPTAIN’S LOG 01932.91 - 3/11/19: Aloha, I know I rarely update the news, but there’s a lot of great news to share in the upcoming weeks. I’ve once again teamed up with The Very Warm jacket company and have a gorgeous collaborative effort breaking ground for the 2019//Winter Season. More updates soon. Besides that, I’ve teamed up with an old partner of mine from Daydream Silkscreen with a new clothing company going public in the next few weeks.
It’s a lot to take in, I understand, if you’re feeling emotional from reading this.. you can contact me at any time for “morgal” support. I’m going to hold back though, although I have so much more news to share. I mean, I can’t spill all my beans, right away.. you know what i’m talking about? I know you do.
In the meantime, can you find me in the picture below?
The Royal Throne Room - Where thinkin’, gets DONE!