Collage

Focus:
Composition, material experimentation, and design elements

Description:
Students create hand-cut collages using recycled materials such as newspapers, National Geographic magazines, and discarded books. Through cutting, layering, and arranging found imagery, they explore the fundamentals of 2D design—balance, contrast, rhythm, and unity. The project often takes the form of a self-portrait or expressive composition, encouraging students to translate visual ideas into dynamic, cohesive designs while developing an awareness of color, texture, and spatial relationships.