Mixed Media Collage

A KEY: a small metal instrument specially cut to fit into a lock and move its bolt. any of various devices resembling or functioning as a key. something that affords a means of access. something that secures or controls entrance to a place.

This simple, everyday object can take on many meanings. It can be used in different contexts and have special attributes. Using a KEY as your main inspiration, create a mixed media collage expressing your thoughts and visual commentary on that key. You will use various mediums and techniques to create layers, emphasis, visual movement, and unity in a well balanced composition. Feel free to bring in objects and materials of your own as well as what will be provided in class.



Watercolor Exteriors

It is time for a new medium again! We have worked on interior spaces and learned some basic perspective. Now you will utilize this skill and move outside. You can choose if you'd like to do a landscape or cityscape, people or buildings, dull or light colors. The options are open. Your only requirements are that your view is of an exterior scene, some perspective must be seen, and the medium used is watercolors. I have 3 different watercolor mediums that can be used: pencil, palettes, or liquid concentrate. It will be up to you which one you work best with. You can choose your scene from an actual picture you took or one you research and bring to class. The picture must have color! Review some examples below to start your brainstorming.....