A collage is a work that combines and juxtaposes diverse, pre-existing materials on a two-dimensional surface. The materials in a collage may come from the art world, popular culture, or even the trash. They may be beautifully handcrafted or cheaply made. The materials may include photographs, colored paper, newspaper clippings, rope, textiles, mirrors, and much more. The artist may also incorporate traditional art media and techniques, like painting or drawing, into the composition, but the inclusion of the other materials brings elements of the “real world” into the work of art.

In this workshop, we will discover the beautiful world of mixed media collage by using old magazines, books, papers, and other printed materials alongside paints, pencils, crayons, fabric, thread, and more to create beautiful mixed media pieces. You will learn how to combine elements to make your project sing! All materials and instructions are included in this course.