Collage is the art of assembling materials like paper, photographs, and fabric to create unique
compositions. It’s a process of creative discovery, linking seemingly unrelated elements to form
personal expressions. With diverse backgrounds and perspectives, participants—beginners and
experienced artists alike—learn from each other while exploring new ways of seeing and making
art.
Originating from Max Ernst’s papier collé technique, collage was embraced by Dadaists to
merge disparate materials into meaningful designs. In this workshop, we’ll experiment with
layering colored papers, newsprint, tickets, string, and fabric, transforming everyday objects into
compelling visual stories.
Through playful exploration, we’ll challenge perspectives—altering contexts, adding or
subtracting elements, and integrating paint or crayon for a mixed-media approach. From abstract
patterns to figurative imagery, participants will build compositions through repetition,
superimposition, and textural contrasts. Found objects, discarded items, and unexpected
materials will be assembled into dynamic 3D structures.
Collage is more than an art form—it’s a way of thinking, a visual meditation on emotion,
experience, and identity. Keep an artist journal, experiment, and embrace creativity as a lifelong
skill. Join us to play, explore, and spark new artistic possibilities!
$35/person. All supplies included.
More Info and Register at www.LancasterArtVault.com
Lancaster Art Vault is located at 100 North Queen Street, Lancaster.
Email Info@LancasterArtVault.com for more information.
