I begin a collage by examining my material, breaking it down and reassembling it into a story or mood I am trying to express. I tend to collage about nature but explore other themes as well. I like to use organic shapes, textures, and big colors as well as muted earth tones in my collages. Each image is chosen carefully. The layout of the collage can vary depending on what images I am working with. Often images connect seamlessly as if they are always meant to be together. I find collaging to be a meditative experience. My collaging practice gives me a feeling of calm in a topsy turvy world.
Collage is an art medium that I find freeing, fun and creatively limitless. Working in the textile industry as a Print Designer has had a strong influence on my work as a Collage Artist. As a result I tend to use line, text, color and organic shapes in my collages to express a mood or point of view.
Out of a concern for the environment I use repurposed materials so there is very little waste. I am always on the lookout for materials, and when I see something that has collaging potential it energizes me creatively. Gathering materials is equally as important as the collaging process.
Composition is a strength of mine. A collage's composition is dictated by the materials I have available. I enjoy the challenge of combining repurposed materials in new and exciting ways.
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