If you were to compare my studio to others, you might think it is rather neat and even organized, but I have a secret that I rarely mention. When I’m collaging, there’s much more going on behind the studio door. Collage Messiness…or Trashness. I know that is not even a word, but it sounds really appropriate when it comes to describing one of the dirty parts of being a collage artist.
While working on a recent mixed media painting that combined both paint and collaged paper, I noticed I was surrounded by ripped pieces of paper scattered all around the floor. Yes, I thought I should get the trashcan and place it right next to me. I almost did that very thing even to the point of acknowledging it would make my clean up so much easier; however, I was in the flow of creating and didn’t want to stop, so I kept tearing, gluing, and dropping the leftovers onto the floor. You may be wondering, couldn't I create in the same way by using just paint. It certainly would make less of a mess, but to answer the question it’s a yes and a no. I can definitely create with paint alone, but there’s an effect of piecing together different types of paper that can’t be accomplished by solely using paint. It’s almost like solving a mystery or puzzle and it often gives an impressionistic effect. The mess, the stickiness, and the clean up make the choice to collage all worthwhile.
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Tracey PenrodI'm an artist working in acrylic and mixed media. I love looking for the seen and the unseen by exploring matters of the heart. My one of a kind works of art are in the style of expressionism, representational art, and inspirational art. All of my works of art share in the qualities of redemptive art. Be "in the know" by subscribing to the mailing list. By signing up, you'll be first to hear all the latest updates!
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