Welcome to the beginning of your creative adventure! In this first class of the 100 Days of Collage series, we’ll dive into the foundations of collage while celebrating freedom, play, and exploration. Over seven days, you’ll experiment with paper, colour, shape, texture, and drawing—building confidence in your own creative voice.

Each lesson offers a prompt designed to spark ideas and encourage self-expression. You’ll explore the history of collage, discover the unique qualities of different papers, experiment with colour palettes and shapes, and even dip into the magic of Gelli printing. As you layer textures and bring all these elements together, you’ll create art journal pages that reflect your unique perspective.

This class is all about beginning with curiosity and joy—no pressure, no perfection, just the excitement of creating something that is completely your own. By the end of the week, you’ll have a collection of collages that mark the start of your journey, and you’ll be ready to carry that momentum forward into the days ahead.

All levels are welcome, and you don’t need fancy supplies—just an art journal, some papers, and whatever you already have on hand. Use what you’ve got, experiment freely, and most importantly, enjoy the process!

Debra Fraser

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