Born in St. Louis, Missouri, Joseph Findeiss spent his formative years in Denver where he began an active interest in photography. After moving to Seattle in 2000, he incorporated found materials into framing elements, sets, and wardrobe for his photography. During one particular exhibit of personal work, he was introduced to Joseph Campbell and assemblage with profound effect. Upon returning to Denver in 2007, Findeiss’ artistic focus centered on assemblage and subsequently, collage, pulling material from sources such as John J. Audubon, vintage postcards and volumes of vintage children’s encyclopedic collections in addition to organic, mechanical, and geological elements. Found objects, readymade objects, and handmade frames still play an important role in the process as working with his hands is bread and butter for the artist. The artist’s assemblage and collage is often playful, vibrant, and not without a sense of irony.