J. Bergquist Paper Paintings

I work with paper, cutting, tearing, slicing, and layering to create 2-D dimensional images. Get close and see that the texture, depth, light and shadow are developed through the layering, texture and choice of colored paper.
 
 

Cagle's map turtle hatchling

The Cagle’s Map Turtle, which is only found in Texas and is the only Map Turtle that’s mostly green in color, is endangered and rare. The map turtles feature unique lines that cover the carapace and skin in a pattern that looks like a contour map or a road map. Medium: Paper, pastel pencil, gel medium on Canvas. 9" x 12"