About this Event
Join artist Heather Geoffrey at The Local Art Gallery for "Design Dynamics: Elements and Principles of Collage," the second session in our "Collage Chronicles: Putting the Pieces Together" series. This workshop delves into the essential elements and principles of design, providing you with a deeper understanding of how to create visually compelling collages. It is not necessary to have taken the first session to sign up for this one, making it easy to jump in at any point. $35 for the class or $105 for the Series Ticket. Age 12+
COST FOR THE SERIES: $105, a 25% discount per class! Buy your Series Ticket before 7/14/24.
Session 1: Collage Kickoff: Tools, Materials, and Basic Techniques. Sunday, 7/14/24 from 1-3pm.
Session 2: Design Dynamics: Elements and Principles of Collage. Sunday, 8/11/24 from 1-3pm.
Session 3: Collage Composition Quest. Sunday, 9/15/24 from 1-3pm.
Session 4: Thematic Triumph: Advanced Techniques and Concept Development. Sunday, 10/13/24 from 1-3pm.
Session 2 Workshop Highlights:
In this session, we will explore and play with the key elements of design: line, shape, texture, color, value, and space. Additionally, we will cover the principles of design that bring these elements together: balance, proportion, emphasis, and unity. Learn how to manipulate these elements and principles to create harmonious and dynamic compositions. We will also discuss various methods and styles of collage, offering a broad perspective on this versatile art form.
Hands-On Exercise:
Put theory into practice with a hands-on exercise. Participants will create a collage focusing on the elements and principles of design discussed in the workshop. This practical activity encourages creativity and provides an opportunity to apply new concepts in a supportive environment.
Who Should Attend:
This workshop is perfect for anyone interested in enhancing their understanding of design within the context of collage, whether you're a complete beginner or looking to deepen your skills. No prior experience is necessary—just bring your enthusiasm and creativity! Age 12+
Series Details:
● Workshop Series: "Collage Chronicles: Putting the Pieces Together" is a comprehensive four-part series covering everything from basic techniques to advanced thematic collages.
● Pricing: Each individual class is $35. Sign up for the entire series and receive a 25% discount, bringing the total cost to $105. $105, a 25% discount per class! Buy your Series Ticket before 7/14/24.
● Additional Resources: Upon registering for the class, individuals will receive a digital handout with additional information and helpful resources.
What to Bring:
All materials will be provided, but feel free to bring any personal items or materials you'd like to incorporate into your collage. Comfortable clothing is recommended as we’ll be working with glue and other materials.
Artist Bio
I am an interdisciplinary artist whose body of work includes acrylic painting, digital photography, analog collage, multimedia works, written word, and performance. I was born on the border between the United States and Canada in Newport, Vermont. In 2009, I received a BA in Interdisciplinary Studies with focuses on: Borderland Theory and Spirituality in Artistic Process & Creation from Goddard College. I went on to expand my studies with focuses on: The Medicine of Art, Artist as Keeper of Ancestry and Lineage, Artist as Vessel, and Borderland Theory and Expression in Artistic Process. I received an MFA in Interdisciplinary Arts from Goddard College in 2012. My paintings, photography, collage, and multimedia works have been exhibited in both group and solo exhibitions and my work has been commissioned for public murals and private collections.
I experience creating art as an ongoing dialogue with the worlds that I inhabit and those that inhabit me. I believe that the seen and unseen worlds of the physical, imaginary, emotional, and spiritual are constantly in conversation. It is this ongoing conversation that I find magical and am most curious about and interested in. It is where my artistic creations rise out of. I think of these creations as portals and doorways into a realm or universe. It is my hope that viewers of my work feel invited into this realm and become increasingly aware of the magic and wonder that can be found within their own. Over the years my work has expanded to embrace and include a lighter and more whimsical expression. This is especially true in my works of analog collage and mixed media. Opening myself to this ongoing exploration and allowing it to lead me in new directions has been a core experience and focus of my work since 2020.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Mill District Local Art Gallery, 91 Cowls Road, Amherst, United States
USD 39.19