Collage is an exciting, accessible and creative medium. Experiment with a rich variety of materials and found images to make vibrant work experimenting with surface, form, colour and pattern, inspired by artists who make effective use of this way of working.
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This course of collage and mixed media techniques will initially introduce you to artists that work in this medium. You will then explore and experiment with different techniques of drawing, painting and mono-printing, to create rich paper surfaces for your collage. Cut and re-joined, these will then become a series of exciting and inventive collages.
What will we cover?
We will look at ideas around surface, scale, paper edges and paper qualities within Collage, and the importance of the quality of the initial paper surfaces. You will then be working with drawing, painting and mono-printing techniques on papers, that incorporate contrasts of lines and tone, to create rich and varied collages.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
- Respond to artists working with collage and mixed media - Use a range of different drawing mediums and approaches - Use some Mono-Printing techniques - Experiment with paint mixing and different ways of applying paint - Use a variety of collage techniques and materials - Employ a more explorative and experimental approach to making creative artwork.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
The course is suitable for beginners and artists looking to experiment with new techniques. Bring an open mind and sense of adventure.
You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions to support demonstrations, hand-outs and for health and safety information, and will be invited to take part in group discussion.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
You will be taught through through an introduction to the Course that looks at Collage artists through Power-point presentations. Demonstrations, group discussion, individual tuition and encouragement will be ongoing. Although there is no work outside the class, bringing in visual references for inspiration is always a great idea.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
All basic materials are provided. Bringing in visual references for inspiration is always a great idea.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
This introductory course may inspire you to develop your work in this area by enrolling onto 'Contemporary collage projects 1, 2 or 3 or other mixed media courses.
Ruth has taught drawing, painting and mixed media for more than 30 years, at many levels including Further, Higher and Adult Education, all over the country, including Manchester, Birmingham and London. She studied Fine Art at Liverpool and Birmingham Universities and has exhibited diversely, including the Royal Academy in London. As an artist and educator she has an eclectic mix of skills and interests. Drawing is pivotal. Mixed media has become a central focus over the years and her practice has developed towards the interface between Fine Art and Textiles where elements of painting, relief and experimental textiles meet. Coming from a background of accomplished artists and educators’ she has spent many years developing values in educational practice and enabling students to access their own creative potential.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
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