Joseph Opshinsky
Bull Moose At The Blue Horizon, 2026
Cut paper collage
33 x 37" (framed)

Artist Statement
Bull Moose at the Blue Horizon is an original cut paper collage depicting the moose head the sits atop the entrance to the Blue Horizon Boxing Venue on the 1300 block of North Broad Street.

Originally constructed in 1865 as private homes, the building was altered in the early 20th century as a lodge for the Loyal Order of Moose. By the 1960's, it was renamed the Blue Horizon and became a renowned Boxing Arena until its closing in 2010. Since that time the building has been vacant with development surrounding the historic property.

Artist Bio
Joseph Opshinsky draws inspiration from the landscapes of Pennsylvania and the surrounding environs. His cut paper collages utilize vibrant colors and pattern to depict the natural world and its convergence with remnants of the region's industrial past.

In addition to corporate and private collections, Joseph Opshinsky's award-winning collages have been exhibited at numerous museums and galleries over the past decade. Recent exhibitions include a feature exhibition at the Roberson Museum in Binghamton, New York, and juried exhibitions at the Philadelphia Sketch Club and the State Museum of Pennsylvania in Harrisburg, where his piece was selected for inclusion in the museum's permanent collection.

A Scranton native, Opshinsky is a fine arts graduate of Keystone College and The University of the Arts. He currently resides outside of Philadelphia.

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