Serendipitous Collage is an online collage course by Phibstuff via Zoom divided into 2 classes, each one with its own dynamics and is perfect for both beginners and experienced artists looking to explore and refine their collage skills.
Class 1
Connor will introduce the history and styles of collage, guiding you through finding your unique artistic voice. He'll share her personal process for organizing materials and documenting work, with a focus on using pre-1980s sources. You’ll learn essential techniques using an X-Acto knife, tiny scissors, and rubber cement. The class includes a 15-minute collage challenge and an interactive discussion on reactive vs. constructive practices.
Breakdown:
Brief history & overview
How I approach collage
How I find material
Supplies needed for collaging
Xacto cutting
The rubber cement gluing
Small cuts: tricks & tips
Minutiae in collage
Constructive vs reactive
15 minute challenge
Class 2
Dives into advanced techniques like splicing, tucking, and edge drawing. Connor will discuss overcoming perfectionism in collage and demonstrate how to incorporate pressed flowers. You’ll learn constructionist techniques, including creating shadows and manipulating perspective. The session concludes with a multi-source collage project and a class discussion.
Breakdown:
Creative splicing techniques
Shadows, scale, & perspective
Photographing & lighting vs scanning
Analysis of creative techniques & different styles
Storing originals
Perfectionism & avoidance
Dried flowers
Prints & markets (brief)
15 minute challenge
Each session lasts 2+ hours. The cost is $55 for both downloadable recordings. Payable via PayPal.