Paper Collage Cut-Outs - Valentine’s Vibes!

In this class, students will create a one-of-a-kind card for Valentine's Day with handmade paper cutouts. We'll talk about the different types of paper one can use in collage and how everyday scraps can be repurposed into art. I will guide students as they decorate their papers, then show them ways to cut, trim, shape, refine, and/or add detail to their forms. We'll discuss choosing our color palettes, as well as the ways in which texture can enhance a piece. Once students are ready to arrange their cutouts, we'll talk about concepts such as balance, harmony, and the importance of developing their own original artistic voice. I'll show students how to glue their work down without it wrinkling or buckling, and how to handle mishaps like ripped paper or smeared colors. There will be time at the end for students to share their work if they wish, and offer one another positive and supportive feedback. 

Students do not need to have any prior collage experience, but they must be able to handle scissors on their own. An understanding of zoom and how to mute/unmute is also helpful.