Maggie Kerrigan is a visual artist located in Virginia Beach, VA who makes two- and three-dimensional artworks by altering books. Each artwork begins with a carefully curated book and an individualized process intrigue the viewer and further explore the literature’s themes. A variety of processes are used, including cutting, carving, folding, paper casting, and sometimes deconstruction and reconstruction of the book. Click on the menu to view her portfolio or click below for blog posts about current works and studio news.
New Artworks
NOT LIKE A FLOWER --- This phrase, often attributed to Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Frida Kahlo, reminds us all of the strength of women...
STORMY KNIGHT -- Part of a series on women's shoes, the heels and boa represent courage to face a mighty foe...
BORN TO DANCE -- Part of a series on women's shoes, these tap shoes represent a life-long passion for dance...
BIG JOY --- This artwork from the book, Small Joy, celebrates the joy of gay couples and marriage equality....
Studio News
Artfields 2025
I'm heading to Artfields 2025, where Volumes of Trouble will be on exhibit in The Continuum. Come see my artist talk on 5/2 at 6:15 pm.
Announcing a Grant!
I'm honored to receive a grant from the City of Virginia Beach!
A Tourism Destination
Would you visit a city just to meet its artists? We're betting it will be one of your favorite things to do!
Books Undone 2
I'm pleased to announce that Black and Blue has been selected and is currently in the Books Undone 2 Exhibition at The Gallery at the Penn College of Technology.