Tell A Short Story: Collage and Mixed Media (in person)

Course description

In this project-based class, work on a collage story over the duration of the course. Students are encouraged to use unconventional materials such as yarn, stones, leaves, fabric and other embellishments that give a story a visual personality. Through prompts and in-class projects learn how different materials bring a “mood” to storytelling.

Students are encouraged to participate in class discussions, share their work and give feedback to peers. On the last class sessions, students may choose to perform or share in collaboration with other classmates or illustrate the story through stand alone collages.

Open to students ages 18 and above. Review complete policies, including class cancellation policies, before completing your registration.

Class meeting details

This class meets in person on MCAD’s campus.

Prerequisites

Previous drawing and/or painting experience is helpful, but not required.

Required materials

Supplies for first class

• Pen or pencil
• notebook or sketchbook
• Mixed media paper pad (11"x17")
• Colored pencils or markers
• Scissor
• X-acto knife
• Cutting board
• Eraser
• PVA glue
• Prior collected magazines, newspapers, pamphlets and other ephemera of the participant's choice

Students should expect to spend up to $45 on supplies in addition to course tuition.

Recommended Reading

• Kolaj Magazine (Available in the MCAD Library)
• The Comfort Of Crows: A Backyard Year by Margaret Renkl, illustrated by Billy Renkl
• Magic In The Modern World by Kolaj and Ric Kasini Kadour

Class savings

Register on or before January 20 and save $25.
Register for more than one class at a time and receive $25 off each additional class (same-day registrations only).
Additional savings. Are you eligible?

Questions?

Contact MCAD Continuing Education at continuing_education@mcad.edu or call 612.874.3765.