Introduction to Collage

Instructor: Laura St. Pierre
Mondays 5:30-8:30pm
5 weeks: February 23 to March 23
Location: In-person Williams Building room 357
$240 + materials fee $75 (required)
Prerequisite: None

Create a story with collage! Using images from magazines and/or your own personal collection, learn how to create images that tell a story. We will also use collage as a fun way to further our understanding of the elements of art- line, colour, value, texture and shape, and how to organize these into a composition. Even if you are completely new to art, this course is for you: no drawing, painting or other “art” skills are required! Just show up with a willingness to experiment and let loose. We will have fun and learn at the same time! 

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Syllabus

• Collage history 
• Contemporary collage art 
• Narrative/storytelling in visual art 
• Techniques, tips and tricks 
• Introduction to the elements of art (line, colour, value, texture and shape) 
• Principles of art and design: balance, movement, emphasis, repetition, proportion, variety, unity
• Group show and tell weekly 

Supplies

• Materials list will be distributed by the instructor in class
• Please bring old magazines, illustrated books, or printouts/photocopies of photos that you are willing to cut up. Coloured paper, markers or art pens that you have on hand are also welcome but unnecessary.