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2020 Topic 9: Collage It Hi everyone, Keren here to kick off our latest topic which is all about collage. From our earliest memories of making things, we probably did some elements of collage but hopefully we've all developed a more sophisticated style by now! In its basic form, (strictly speaking) collage is a picture created by sticking other pictures or paper (or thinner substances) together to create a new image. Its 'next of kin' is probably assemblage and it would be easy to blur the two, but there are subtle differences where assemblage tends to be more sculptural and involve more than just glue to combine the elements together. Glue is a heavy feature of collage. I've not been super strict about sticking to the collage definition, but mostly looked for a collaged vibe. The PaperArtsy blog has plenty of inspiration and our first example is by Pam Thorburn who has collaged hair and face so beautifully. Using the same colours makes for a harmonious piece but with some wonderful texture and check out the post for a real masterclass to this technique. PaperArtsy Blog Gwen has a style that lends itself beautifully to collage. This example with some of her stamps shows the rainbow of collaged papers. PaperArtsy Blog Controversially I'm beginning with a piece of digital collage. Can it be classed as collage? I'd love to know what you think! This striking piece gives a really strong collaged look. It's a piece entitled Self Identity and would be a really useful technique for a self portrait. Sephora Venites Collage can be a wonderful combination of images and colour, and these bright, modern versions have some wonderful details. Triple The Scraps Collage doesn't have to be a blended affair. This piece of contrasting patterns and textures has a patch-worked feel to it. Cathy Nicols This monochrome beauty is a stacked delight. Gluing layer upon layer of lace and fabric results in a strong dimensional piece. Pion Design Whilst researching for this topic, there was a consistent thread of humour and quirkiness. This piece appealed to me for the quirky design plus I rather love vintage Singer Sewing machines! Mohanad Shuraideh Collaged pieces don't need to have the whole space collaged; there's some in the background, but the main focal flowers are really delicately collaged. Susanne Rose Moving back towards the surreal, this is a good example of how you can use bold but simple images to provide impact. Don't be afraid of using seemingly disconnected images to tell a story. Jordan Westre One of the best things about collage is using the textures to add to your art. Torn edges of newspaper add texture and also highlight the layers. The added colour in this example is exquisite. Rachelle Panagarry Creating landscapes using torn papers adds shadow and interest without complicated colouring. Choosing papers with different shades is the key to creating shade and highlights. Notice how the layers look so much like ripples in the water. Shelli Walters Studio I don't know what glue this artist used, but many enjoy a decoupage glue or an artists acrylic medium. Some thinner papers that become translucent when medium is added create another dimension to your collages. Tissue paper is a fab option for this look. Bored Art Combining fibres and paper makes for a fascinating piece. The fibres look like they've had colour added to them. Such a beautiful landscape. Little Field Studios Collage can provide bolder dimension and I thought the way that the torn edges created an aperture was really pleasing. Not adding adhesive all the way to the edges is a unique effect too. Caterina Giglio You could argue that this next example is isn't really collage but I thought that the design element was strong and was a good example of a superimposed image onto another that takes the design through each element. Merve Ozaslan I'm pushing the envelope (a collaged one of course!!) here. It's sneaking into the assemblage category really, but there are collaged elements here and I thought it was a inspirational piece to show layering. Gregory Euclide This next piece is nudging itself into 'favourite' position. Using type and collaging text to create a piece that really looks like a nest and I adore the thickly painted eggs. Christine Mac Shane Art This more carefully placed collage is striking with the black bordered butterfly. Looking carefully at the piece shows so many different papers. Lindsey Kay Co These are wonderfully collaged and have so many elements that your eye is drawn around each piece in a myriad of directions. Maka Art I hope you've loved this initial delve into collage. The great thing about this technique is that you can make pieces using whatever you've got already- even newspaper or junk mail. If you want to create along with us, please share on our social feeds so we can see what you get up to. The best places are Instagram @paperartsy or post in PaperArtsy People Group on Facebook. Make sure you tag us in your contributions, we love to see what you get up to in your creative world!
Cut & paste collage (paper on paper). Done for Kollage Kit weekly theme: unusual life forms.
Mein Beitrag zu The Kollage Kits Thema der Woche: Animierte Collage Wenn Träume wahr werden! Nachdem ich meine Medusa vor einiger Zeit fertiggestellt habe, habe ich davon geträumt, sie in Bewegung...
See the beautiful collages created by Greek artist Eugenia Loli and discover a universe of jewels surrealist portraits and dreams.
When it comes to art, many of us enjoy the many sensual benefits that it has to offer but hesitate to take up any form of it as we feel that it is too tough. Many forms of art do require talent, skill, discipline, practice and lots of coaching to become good at it. However, having said that one cannot write off art as something that is too difficult to undertake. In fact, art for the senses and art for earning too is a concept that is catching up in terms of therapy in many instances. When you look at the works of Andy Warhol and learn some facts about pop art, one may be tempted to think that art is accessible to all.
If you love doing collage art and want to up your composition skills, this post is for you! 10 fast and easy tips and ideas to help improve your collage artwork!
Ecuadorian artist Beto Val alchemizes vintage illustrations into bizarre compositions that blend fruits with fowl and aquatic life with land animals. Using imagery available through the public domain, Val cuts and repositions fins, wings, and scaly talons into surreal creatures: round owl faces peer out from pineapples, autumn leaves sprout from tropical birds, and a rendering evocative of a biological chart displays fish with bodies made of strawberries, brains, and an early, industrial locomotive. More
The art of collage plays since a long time with clichés, stereotypes, diverting them in a humorous way. The Belgian artist Sammy Slabbinck creates digital works and others handmade, cunningly and c…
About The Artwork The collage was exhibited in Birr, Ireland, in the summer of 2022 as part of a special exhibition on migration. In my work, I often deal with urban development and population. Migration of people into cities plays an essential role. There are many reasons why people move to cities. Often they hope for better living conditions and individual freedom. The city is the place of desire and danger, of opportunity and threat. It attracts with its big city lights and repels with its stone facades. One cannot live with it and one cannot live without it. Life in the city can overwhelm with anonymity and indifference and hang over one's head like a sword of Damocles. With the paper collage I wanted to show this diversity of individuals and possibilities. With the rise I wanted to show the hope and dreams that these people share. But it can also come to the fall... Original Created:2022 Subjects:Cities Materials:Paper Styles:ConceptualSurrealismFigurativeIllustrationPop Art Mediums:Paper Details & Dimensions Collage:Paper on Paper Original:One-of-a-kind Artwork Size:17.7 W x 27.6 H x 0.2 D in Frame:Not Framed Ready to Hang:No Packaging:Ships in a Box Shipping & Returns Delivery Time:Typically 5-7 business days for domestic shipments, 10-14 business days for international shipments. Handling:Ships in a box. Artists are responsible for packaging and adhering to Saatchi Art’s packaging guidelines. Ships From:Germany. Customs:Shipments from Germany may experience delays due to country's regulations for exporting valuable artworks. Have additional questions? Please visit our help section or contact us.
Artist Portfolio: Collage N Berlin, Germany An active participant in the Collagista Festivals, Collage N, aka Denis Schaefer, delivers a steady stream of thoughtful cut-and-paste collages. His tran…
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About The Artwork 'I-Scream' shows a contrast of tasty delights and unappealing objects in one beautiful collage. Original Created:2020 Subjects:Food Materials:PaperCanvas Styles:ConceptualSurrealism Mediums:PaintPaper Details & Dimensions Collage:Paint on Paper Original:One-of-a-kind Artwork Size:16.5 W x 23.4 H x 0.2 D in Frame:Not Framed Ready to Hang:No Packaging:Ships in a Box Shipping & Returns Delivery Time:Typically 5-7 business days for domestic shipments, 10-14 business days for international shipments. Handling:Ships in a box. Artists are responsible for packaging and adhering to Saatchi Art’s packaging guidelines. Ships From:United Kingdom. Customs:Shipments from United Kingdom may experience delays due to country's regulations for exporting valuable artworks. Have additional questions? Please visit our help section or contact us.
