book it! abstract collage

Create abstract collage works using nothing but an old book! Tearing up a classic can feel like sacrilege, but destruction can engender creation. By re-purposing something worn, old and closed we can create something new, vibrant and open.

In this workshop, you will learn:

• basic collage techniques
• principles of composition
• experiment with design, value, and color
• develop unity, balance, and harmony in your art

Students will walk away with a step-by-step process for creating collage work with used books and 2-3 finished collage works.

Perfect for artists of all skill levels!

Supply List

• 3-5 old books, to dismantle and re-purpose
• acrylic paints (black, white and 3-5 favorite colors)
• acrylic medium (matte finish preferred)
• Mod-Podge
• various brushes
• scissors
• straight edge
• masking tape
• X-acto blade knife (or other fine blade for cutting paper)
• heavy weight water-color paper (12x12 inches or larger)
• personal drawing favorites (i.e. oil pastels, pencils, crayon, etc.)

Optional Supplies:

• wood panels (12x12 inches)

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Workshop Info:​​

• Cost $85 
• Saturday, June 18th from 10:30am-1:30pm
• Max 14 students
• ​All skill levels welcome​
• Age level: adult (18 & up)

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about the instructor

Bruce Turk

A professional actor and director, Bruce Turk has maintained a practice of visual art for many years. He studied drawing at Northwestern University, was mentored by artist Yukio Nishinarita in Japan, and studied painting with Ronnie Landfield at the Art Students’ League of New York. Most recently, his work has been shown in several juried shows at Art on 30th and has been published in numerous literary journals. His solo show, Archive, will be exhibited as part of the 2022 Art Night Encinitas. 
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~Cindy Morgan

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