MIXED MEDIA AND COLLAGE

Deborah Marks

Course Description
This course introduces students to the expressive possibilities of mixed media and collage. 
Participants will explore layering, texture, found materials, image transfer, and composition 
while developing a personal visual language. Each week combines demonstrations, 
practical exercises, and independent work. 

Course Outline
This 8-week course introduces students to the creative possibilities of mixed media and 
collage. Through a series of practical studio sessions, participants explore a range of 
techniques including layering, texture building, colour relationships, image transfer, and the 
integration of drawing and paint with collage. Students experiment with a variety of 
materials such as printed imagery, found papers, textiles, and painted surfaces while 
learning how to combine these elements into cohesive compositions. 

Each week focuses on a specific aspect of mixed media practice, beginning with an 
exploration of painted papers and foundational collage techniques. Then gradually 
expanding into more complex approaches to image, texture, and narrative. 
Demonstrations, guided exercises, and studio work encourage experimentation and the 
development of individual ideas. The course concludes with the creation of a resolved 
artwork and a group discussion reflecting on the creative process.