Smith works with original antique materials to bring authenticity to her collages and to share the beauty of her early experiences. Her work is intimate and thought provoking. She is influenced by the museums and flea markets that her parents exposed her to while living in Europe. Her idea of fun is painstakingly cutting and arranging elements from a sea of paper spread amongst tables in her studio. Working with old paper from everyday life gives her pleasure, and coincidentally makes sense for her beliefs. Using existing materials is an automatic way of recycling and preserving, which reinforces her desire to better the world. The glues and backing are archival.

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