Catrina Haberman
Catrina Haberman
Art has always been her refuge—a safe place to escape a difficult childhood marked by an abusive home and ongoing health challenges. Creativity became both a coping mechanism for PTSD and a way to bring light into dark times. Over the years, pen pals, quilting, and crafting nurtured her artistic spirit, eventually leading to a shed overflowing with supplies and inspiration.
While health conditions and regular doctor visits make it difficult for her to hold a full‑time job, she finds peace in nature walks. About a year ago, those walks took on new meaning when she began picking up litter to dispose of properly. The bright colors of discarded plastics sparked an idea: instead of simply throwing the trash away, why not transform it into something meaningful? By turning what harms the environment into art, she has created a way to recycle the unrecyclable and reveal beauty where others see waste.
Catrina Haberman is the creative force behind “Beauty brought to you by trash” and many other one‑of‑a‑kind works. In her recycled art collection, she transforms litter into striking pieces by gathering discarded materials from the environment, carefully sanitizing them, and reimagining them as art. Each creation not only showcases her originality but also highlights the importance of sustainability and finding beauty where others see waste.
Catrina is more than welcome to any commission ideas. If you have a specific idea in mind that you would like to see come to life, feel free to message her!