Collage and mixed media: expressive colour

About this course

Participants examine colour theory, texture, surface, scale and paper qualities through guided projects that develop into individual compositions. The course combines collage with quick observational and imaginative drawing, monoprinting on paper, and experimental ways of folding, tearing, weaving and sewing papers. Teaching includes short presentations, demonstrations, practical activities, group discussion and individual tuition. Contemporary artists’ work is used as a reference, while sketchbook work and reflection support the development of ideas from different sources and responses to given themes.

What you'll learn

• Apply colour and texture to express ideas and themes
• Use mixed media processes in individual compositions
• Explore varied collage approaches using different papers and surfaces
• Develop compositions from observational, imaginative and other visual sources
• Respond to a given theme through collage and mixed media

Is this course right for you?

The course is described as introductory and suitable for learners at all levels. It involves practical activities, group discussion and individual tuition, with opportunities to reflect on personal work. The all-levels label indicates broad access, but the source does not state whether previous experience is required.

• Includes both group discussion and individual tuition
• No work outside class is specified

Before you go

• Basic materials are included in the course fee.
• An A4 sketchbook or sketchpad would be useful.
• Visual references may be brought for inspiration.