Make A Simple Collage

An easy and straightforward introduction to this versatile technique

https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/make-a-simple-collage • Posted by Gabriela Szulman

I recently discovered the iconic collages of graphic designer Dorrit Dekk, whose work is charming and humorous as well as deceptively simple, and it occurred to me that re-creating one of the posters she produced for P&O Cruises in the 1950's would provide an ideal introduction to collage for those who may not have tried this technique before.

You will need

A3, 300 gsm Watercolour paper Patterned Origami Paper or giftwrap Magazine paper Pencil Eraser Sharpie Marker Scissors Scalpel Parcel Paper Tombow mono aqua liquid Glue Cutting Mat

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Description

I recently discovered the iconic collages of graphic designer Dorrit Dekk, whose work is charming and humorous as well as deceptively simple, and it occurred to me that re-creating one of the posters she produced for P&O Cruises in the 1950's would provide an ideal introduction to collage for those who may not have tried this technique before.

Instructions

1. 

   Start by drawing the faces in pencil on the watercolour paper, as these will determine the placement of the hats and clothes. Then cut the hats freehand from your bits of patterned paper. If you prefer, you can make templates from brown paper first just to make sure that everything fits nicely.

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   Next trace the face shapes in marker pen and glue the hats.

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   Now draw and cut the shapes for the clothes – again, you can do this on brown paper first and then when you’re happy with the templates, use them to cut the patterned paper.

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   Arrange the shapes that make up the clothes, glue them on and you’re done!