Contemporary collage: summer school intensive

About this course

Participants investigate how contemporary artists use collage and mixed media through practical exercises, supported by presentations, demonstrations, group discussion and individual tuition. The work explores form, space, scale and juxtaposition, using assemblage, collage and decollage alongside found imagery, objects and personal mark-making. Learners develop complete pieces or studies for further development, working both independently and collaboratively. Reflection on their own work and progress is included, alongside an open-ended approach to experimenting with materials and techniques.

What you'll learn

• Identify techniques used by contemporary artists working with collage
• Apply form, space, scale and juxtaposition in visual work
• Create pieces using assemblage, collage and decollage
• Combine found imagery and objects with personal mark-making
• Produce mixed-media studies or finished pieces for further development

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for beginners as well as artists who want to experiment with new techniques. Sessions involve a combination of individual work, group activities, discussion, collaboration and reflection on personal practice.

• Includes both individual and group working
• Requires a willingness to experiment and collaborate
• Includes reflection on learners’ own work and progress

Before you go

• Basic materials are provided.
• The tutor will advise learners on additional mixed-media materials to bring, which may include newspapers, magazines, unusual papers and found objects.