Mage
Introducing an ongoing collection of original collaged mosaic art and poetry. Made up of a little chaos, a little alchemy, and very little restraint.
Latest Release
I Love, Therefore I Am!
Original 48×60 in fabric mosaic on canvas. Available now.
About the Collection
I've always used art as a way of processing my emotions, but Mage is the first collection where I've allowed myself to create without trying to make those feelings more symbolic, considered, or digestible to anyone else.
These pieces were made in the middle of pain, anger, joy, eagerness, and love. They're a bit dramatic, a bit self-indulgent, and a bit chaotic. And that's everything I've loved about making them.
About the Artist
Kirsten Hirst
I'm an artist working primarily in paper and fabric mosaic. I use color, texture, and repetition to create expressive works about love, emotion, and creativity.
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Browse earlier works, available originals, and personalized Essence Collages.
“And They Wonder Why We’re Angry”
Paper mosaic on gesso board
8×8 in
2026
Part of the My Pandora’s Box collection.
Shipping available to the U.S., U.K., and Canada.
“Happiness Feels Like Blue”
Paper mosaic on gesso board
8×8 in
2026
Part of the My Pandora’s Box collection.
Shipping available to the U.S., U.K., and Canada.
I’ll create an original collage inspired by your essence, or the essence of a loved one. Think of it like a self-portrait of your soul or something.
Available for orders in the U.S., U.K., Canada, and Australia.
Here’s what your order includes:
Original, one-of-one handmade collage
8 × 8" gesso board
Unframed
Signed by me
Gift wrapped, upon request
Because each piece is created intuitively and entirely by hand, Essence Collages do not include revisions, proofs, or approval rounds.
Images shown are examples of previous work. Essence Collages are created on an 8 × 8" gesso board; materials and appearance may vary slightly from examples.
If you need to cancel before I’ve started, reach out as soon as possible.
Shipping: Your collage will ship approximately November 25-30, depending on when your order was received. Please expect it to arrive approximately 7-14 days depending on shipping time and location. Tracking will be sent once your artwork is on its way.
Privacy: Any photos, social profiles, or personal information you send me will only be used as reference while creating your piece. I won’t publicly share your reference photos or personal information without your permission.
Ownership + Copyright: The original artwork belongs completely to you. I retain copyright and reproduction rights to the artwork, including the right to photograph, share, publish, and reproduce the finished piece as part of my portfolio, social media, prints, publications, or other creative work. Your purchase does not include the right to reproduce, license, sell reproductions of, or use the artwork commercially without written permission. You’re always welcome to photograph and share your original piece for personal use. Credit is appreciated. :)