Experimental Collage

With Erica Whiting

Class Description

Ages 15+

No prior experience with collage required. In this 1-day workshop participants will create a collection of artworks using a combination of physical and digital collage methods to create playful and expressive artworks. Exploratory exercises and creative experimentation are encouraged and can be easily adapted for art-making at home. Learn how to take your photos and art to the next level using both physical collage and digital techniques to achieve fun art with a human touch. (No AI)

Just in time for the holidays, this workshop is also a wonderful opportunity to create unique, handmade gifts for friends and family. Transform personal photographs and found imagery into meaningful, one-of-a-kind works of art.

Price

70$ for members, 85$ for non-members. Members please use the code MEMBER during checkout for your discount.

Dates & Times

This workshop will meet Saturday, December 5th from 1 - 4 pm.

Materials Required

Materials Provided:

  • pencils

  • erasers

  • paper

  • water solvable markers, colored pencils or crayons

  • magazines, photos, patterned paper, recycled boxes, packaging with fun graphics etc.

  • paint

  • paint brushes

  • water

  • cups (for water)

  • glue

Participants must bring:

  • phone with camera (to photograph their collage)

  • iPad with procreate app

  • participants are encouraged to also bring their own images, photos and materials

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About the Instructor Erica Whiting

Erica is a multidisciplinary artist and creative photographer focusing on non-traditional and experimental portraits. She received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design and a Certification of Art Education from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania.

Her mission is to help you fall in love with yourself and showcase your individuality. She uses dramatic lighting, props, movement, creative editing techniques and set design to promote positive self-image and inclusion for empowering, photoshoot experiences. No idea is too out of the box when it comes to planning your session.

Erica’s work has been exhibited in the Nicole + Harry Martin Spring Show at the Erie Art Museum and the ArmErie Show at the Bayfront Gallery in Erie, PA. Her photography work has been featured on the Unscripted Posing App, Business Insider, the New York Post, and published in Rock N Roll Bride. Erica is also an art educator, having taught for the Erie School District and Erie Art Museum.