Full Description
*Includes a 112-page paperback book plus a pad of 100 unique collage papers on two-sided sheets, all inside of a beautiful hardcover case with an elastic band.Find out how layers of simple paper can create mysterious and beautiful worlds within worlds through the art of collage.Once Upon a Piece of Paper: A Visual Guide to Collage is a dynamic mix of art-making wisdom, creative inspiration, and fun activities to guide curious artists on the art of collage. Readers are treated to a simple yet sophisticated "look and learn" approach, all in a very special package.Yet, how does one begin collaging? While there's not a hard set of rules, collage artist Andrea D'Aquino shows that there are important things a new artist needs to know when they begin making work. As she shares insights into the artistic process, D'Aquino's playful compositions illuminate various approaches to the art form, spark ideas for creativity, and encourage aspiring artists to take risks, allowing space for wonderful accidents to occur. The entire package includes an attractive hardcover case with a 112-page paperback book and 50 two-sided sheets of unique, printed collage papers to get you started. This set begs to be the inspiration for all your collage mysteries, discoveries, and creations.
Contents
IntroductionChapter 1: GetCollage NecessitiesMake a SystemChapter 2: ThinkThoughts about Not ThinkingChapter 3: MakeA warm up: Mini-CompositionsIce Cream ConesBasic Design: Focal PointShape and Form: Soft CompositionShape and Form: Sharp ShapesMake a System: The GridWoven Paper: Textile TechniqueDrama is in the Details: ScaleLess is More: Playing with White SpaceTypography as Image: Making a Collage Using Only TapeQuick Demonstration: Using Graphite PaperColor Karma: Monochromatic. It's dramaticMoving Parts: One Figure, Many PositionsMix and Match: Toss a Visual SaladBy Playful: A Not-so-Serious CompositionPaper Scraps: Design a Recycled BirdFreedom: AbstractionNot Paper: Who Says you Have to Use Paper?Happy Accidents: Inspiration from a BlobPaper Population: Impressionistic Paper PeopleEscape from the Landscape: Paper CityProject Rock Star: Using Magazine PagesPreppy Pear ProjectWhat A Relief: Extra TextureAcknowledgmentsAbout the Author
