Explore the practical and creative skills involved in collaging for graphic design projects. Discover the ways in which the juxtaposition of found materials along with the practical elements of cutting, sticking and pasting them together can create exciting designs.
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On this course you will explore and experiment with a range of collage techniques in a playful way to create a variety of physical outcomes using both text and image. You will examine key principles used in graphic design such as contrast, balance, hierarchy, repetition and alignment and create your own collages.
Collage is a great way to create because it is easily manipulated to generate multiple possible outcomes, which stretches creative thinking and visual problem-solving skills and can play a role in any design practice.
There will be the opportunity to explore and discuss the work of contemporary artists and designers who use collage within their practice.
The course will be taught in our dedicated Visual Communication studio which is equipped with macs and scanners, a range of Adobe software, drawing tablets, printers and a vast range of drawing and painting materials.
What will we cover?
Explore a range of collage techniques
Relationships between type & image
Basic graphic design principles
‘Play’ and ‘Risk’ for visual problem solving
Recognising when an unexpected outcome is worth preserving
Critical evaluation of your own and others’ work will be facilitated throughout the course
Examples of relevant works by historical and/or contemporary creatives will be drawn upon at strategic points throughout the course
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
Use the specific process, media or tool you have been studying - at least to a competent skill-level.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This course is suitable for beginners.
English-language competency is required: you should be able to follow verbal and written instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information. You may need to take short written notes for your own use and take part in group discussions.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Presentations
Demonstrations
Practical work
Individual and group tutoring
Group discussion
Additional/extension activities may be set for you to complete at home or outside of the course hours. Completion of additional tasks is encouraged to help you get the most out of the course. Where required your tutor will discuss these with you.
Self-reflection is an important part of learning in art education and creative practice. You will be encouraged to engage with reflecting on your own work and progress as part of the learning process in Visual Arts.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
At City Lit, access to basic materials and resources are available as part of this course. We advise you to bring a A5/A4 sketchbook for the recording of ideas and an A3 folder and/or a USB drive to transport work to and from City Lit. Additional materials required as part of the course will be discussed by your tutor if required.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
We recommend looking at our range of courses in graphic design, illustration, children’s book illustration and graphic novels.
For more information about any of the courses on offer, please visit our website.
Pam Williams is a designer and an educator with a wealth of industry experience. Working with leading architects, including Foster and Partners to create exhibition and signage design. Whilst at The Museum of London she produced graphic illustrations for inhouse Archaeology publications. She is responsible for the visual identity and promotional material for Peckham based Ganapati Restaurant. Pam has been lead as well as contributed to teaching Visual Communications at the University of the Arts on the Foundation course and for Central Saint Martin Summer School Programme. She is a graduate of Central Saint Martins and The Royal College of Art.
Becky Thomas (beckyismyname) is a graphic designer and illustrator with over 20 years industry experience in local authority, the private sector and freelance. She is currently lecturer on the BA(Hons) Graphic Design programme at University of Kent. Becky established Margate’s first post-graduate course in Visual Communication at The Margate School and launched the Margate Festival of Design in 2022, which now runs annually. Becky's design work has spanned industries including charity, fashion and construction. She has a passion for typography and clear modernist design, believing strongly that the epitome of good design is human centred and intuitive. Past education experience also includes Print Practitioner at Canterbury College and running print and collage workshops across Kent.
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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Additional materials required as part of the course will be discussed by your tutor if required.<br> </p><p>We recommend looking at our range of courses in graphic design, illustration, children’s book illustration and graphic novels.</p><p>For more information about any of the courses on offer, please visit our website.</p><p><a href="http://www.citylit.ac.uk" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.citylit.ac.uk</a><br> </p>Graphic design & illustrationGraphic designconfigurable
