Drawing with Scissors: Contemporary Collage

Level(s) of Study: Short course
Course Fee:
£295
Start Date(s): 29 August 2024
Duration: Thursday and Friday or Saturday and Sunday 10 am - 4 pm, two days
Study Mode(s): Short course
Campus: City Campus
Entry Requirements:
More information

Introduction:

This course is designed to expand your existing skills in drawing, painting or illustration through an introduction to the art of collage.

It will take you on a developmental journey from drawing with paper, through simple collage printmaking methods, and assemblage.

Since its emergence as an art form in the early 20th century, collage has continued to serve not only as a primary form of expression, but also as a principle means of developing new creative responses.

This course will therefore include some theory and discussions regarding the importance of collage and the work by artists such as Hannah Höch and Richard Hamilton, as well as practical collage assignments.

You’ll be part of a design community in our creative studio culture; one that promotes discussion and collaboration, and encourages experimentation and the constant swapping of ideas.
With a limited class size of 11 people you'll have the one-to-one attention you need to ensure you leave with the skills to continue developing your designs at home or work.
Benefit from learning with an experienced tutor who has established links to the profession and significant experience working in varied practices.
On successful completion of the course you will receive a certificate of attendance.

"The tutor was very knowledgeable, friendly and happy to help with all of our requests!"

"Excellent course - would love to attend again. There were prompts but also freedom within to do your own projects"

"Craig is a great tutor - just the right combination of hands on and hands off. I enjoyed watching other students make collages too and chatting with them and the tutor about progressing my work"

"Loved it! Excellent course! Enjoyed being with others to talk about collage"

"This course was exceptional. I know I have learned a lot. It was down to earth, practical teaching that was empowering and inspiring - great project ideas and feedback I can use from now onwards"

What you’ll study

On this course, you will:

complete studio-based activities
receive one-to-one support
undertake homework projects and research
learn how to best present your work.

Topics will include:

What can be achieved with collage and why use existing materials to create new work?

How to work with found imagery, blank imagery and existing work.

Working BIG and working small! A variety of different collage skills, materials and activities to ignite new work!

Further information on what you'll study

You’ll leave with increased confidence, knowledge of collage-based practices, an understanding of the importance of creative risk-taking and, finally, a greater awareness of your own individual creativity. This course suits people new to collage who already possess some degree of creative experience. You might be an enthusiast amateur looking for a new project, or a more experienced artist, designer or illustrator wishing to reinvigorate your practice.

Student Work

Tutor Profile:

Craig Proud runs a creative workshop, design and print studio, Dizzy Ink.

Being a lover of education and grassroots activism, Craig has focused his personal research into Notts Zine Library, a free open and accessible resource currently based in Nottingham Contemporary.

With an extensive portfolio, Craig has been involved in many projects with a cause and continues to do so.

His artwork has been exhibited at Nottingham Castle, alongside V&A's collection of activist media for the exhibition: A World to Win, 2015.

As well as putting on workshops for D&AD New Blood and various festivals; another highlight was being commissioned to produce a special exhibition around the UK's referendum.

Through his print studio Dizzy Ink, he led QUADs major exhibition, titled, Three Months On, 2016.

Campus and facilities

You will be based in the School of Art and Design on the City Campus.

You'll find bright drawing and painting studio and workshop spaces to develop your ideas and create exciting work.

You’ll also have access to our library to use outside of your short course; whilst you can’t reserve or take away books, you are welcome to use them as a resource for research and referencing.

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Entry requirements

Level: Open to all

Entry requirement: Beginners as well as those with some drawing or collage experience are welcome.

You must be over the age of 18 to attend this course.

Getting in touch

If you need more help or information, get in touch through our enquiry form

Level: Open to all

Entry requirement: Beginners as well as those with some drawing or collage experience are welcome.

You must be over the age of 18 to attend this course.

Fees and funding

The fee for this course is £295

Payment is due at the time of booking - ask us if you'd prefer an invoice sent to your company.

Please bring with you to the first session:

Your course fees cover the cost of studies and include great benefits such as the use of our modern library and free use of the IT equipment and software on the campus during your course. You'll also need to bring with you on the first session:

any drawing equipment that you already have and like working with
you’ll be asked to do some research and forage for source material between classes.

If you would like to do some pre-course research, you can look at:

Henri Matisse's Paper Cuts Video - Painting with Scissors
Cut and Paste: 400 Years of Collage by Patrick Elliot, Freya Gowrley, Yuval Etgar
Collage Techniques: A Guide for Artists and Illustrators by G Brommer
Project Collage: 50 Projects to Spark Your Creativity by Bev Speight

You can read the terms and conditions of booking here.

The fee for this course is £295

Payment is due at the time of booking - ask us if you'd prefer an invoice sent to your company.

Please bring with you to the first session:

any drawing equipment that you already have and like working with
you’ll be asked to do some research and forage for source material between classes.

If you would like to do some pre-course research, you can look at:

Henri Matisse's Paper Cuts Video - Painting with Scissors
Cut and Paste: 400 Years of Collage by Patrick Elliot, Freya Gowrley, Yuval Etgar
Collage Techniques: A Guide for Artists and Illustrators by G Brommer
Project Collage: 50 Projects to Spark Your Creativity by Bev Speight

You can read the terms and conditions of booking here.

How to apply

You can book your place via the NTU online store:

Weekday course (29 - 30 August 2024)

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