In her first-ever solo exhibition, "Paper Trail," Alison Donaldson explores her love of deconstructing original artwork and piecing it back together into intuitively created works that are hybrids of collage and abstract expressionism. Each piece is made with torn or cut pieces of original, mixed-media artwork.

Her process begins with a meditative free painting that doubles as personal healing. After layers of paint; oil pastel and often a myriad of other materials she begins cutting and tearing. Through paper weaving; assembling torn edges and scraps; or layering and collaging, Donaldson instinctually reconstructs the paper back onto canvas. Donaldson's compositions invite the viewer in with color and texture to ultimately examine each piece closer for its unique composition and intricate details. Paint. Cut or tear. Adhere. Create order out of chaos. Repeat.

Donaldson is a mixed media artist with a love of color and exploring modern ways to reimagine working with deconstructed artwork.

The exhibition will remain on display through September 9.