The art of collage can be a fun, freeing and a fresh way of creating compositions, whether they stand on their own or become sketches for other artwork. Working with recycled, purchased, found and hand-painted papers, students will learn to think outside the box to hone their art-making skills. On Day 1, we will start with the basics: cutting and gluing and exploring the elements of a composition as well as discussing multiple approaches to background, middle ground and foreground. Further demonstrations on composition, gluing, ways to select and combine papers, and ideas for working in multiples will be the focus of Day 2. Students will explore color, line, space, shape, texture and value. The final day of class will emphasize strengthening students’ confidence in artmaking. Class review and open critique of work are important aspects of the process. The course is open to all levels, whether you are a beginner or a working artist.
NOTE: A materials list will be sent to registered students two weeks prior to the first day of class. Students can expect to spend $5-$10 on items they do not already have.
