Art collage is a form of formal art, typically within the realm of graphic arts, created by assembling various types of materials to produce a completely new art form. Collages can include magazine clippings, lace and ribbons, pieces of colored or handmade paper, elements from different artworks, images, and other found objects, all glued onto a piece of paper or canvas.

So, how many different types of collage art exist? There are numerous kinds of art collages to explore, such as a sophisticated photo collage, an inspirational collage, a surreal collage, or even a collage box.

This article will guide you in creating two types of art collages—a surreal collage and a collage box. These examples serve as suggestions and sources of inspiration, so feel free to create your own unique collage.

Let’s begin with the surreal art collage. In a surreal art collage, it is important to have some familiarity with using a paintbrush. You don’t need to be a professional painter, just have a basic understanding.

• Gather a selection of modern and vintage color glossy magazines and images that you like, as surreal art pieces often combine unrelated photos.
• Next, use the paintbrush to create a surrealistic background. Dampen the brush and apply paint, then start painting the paper. You can use various colors or brush strokes depending on your style. For example, you can swirl different shades together with a wet paintbrush to create a cloudy sky or a tie-dye effect. Once you are done with the background, allow it to dry.
• Now, let’s return to the magazine pictures. Begin cutting or trimming the pictures according to the desired size, although it’s often best to cut around the image to make it stand out more. Arrange the pictures based on your desired composition.
• Apply a layer of collage shellac over the surface to seal and protect the art. Once it’s dry, consider framing the collage.

Now, let’s create an art collage box. This is a simple process that requires a box, brown paper, glue, magazine pictures, photos, postcards, or other items you plan to incorporate into the collage box.

• Start with a box of your choice, it can be any size you prefer. A shoebox is ideal because it’s sturdy and comes with a lid.
• Cover the entire box with brown paper.
• Cut out pictures or images from magazines, postcards, or other items. Adhere them inside and outside of the collage box for decoration.
• Layer the art collage box with collage shellac or use acrylic medium to secure everything in place.

Art collage is a fun and easy way to create beautiful art for your home. It also makes for a great gift to give to a friend or loved one on their birthday or for Christmas, for example.

Manuel Marino

Manuel Marino is a seasoned Senior Producer, Music Composer, and Artist with over a decade of experience. He specializes in branded entertainment across various mediums, including video games, films, and advertising campaigns. With 20+ years as a game music composer, Manuel has worked on numerous platforms, creating diverse orchestral soundtracks. HIRE ME

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