Non-digital collages - The CreativeMindClass Blog

"I reside and work within Bristol UK and studied Illustration at Brighton UK. I've been a practicing artist and illustrator since 2013 but my interest has been shifting throughout the years from lively and vivid character designs to more abstracted and heavy work. I usually create art with a mix of collage, drawing, or a mixture of both and every so often 3D. I also self-publish and create lots of zines as well as often comics."

How would you describe the collage you created?

"Primarily non-digital (though this is a personal choice, both traditional and digital approaches to work are equally valid as each other) with lots of paper textures. I used to create works using lots of bright shades, but I've been trying to be more thoughtful and quiet using my colors over the last few time. I place a great deal of focus on the composition of shapes and patterns too. My work tends to be somewhat playful in the sense that I see the collage and drawing I do as playing, or an act that is enjoyment."

What's the secret to making your collages?

"It's hard to pinpoint the one key to the way I make illustrations and other artwork. A sense of fun or joy is important in the way I create work. I always try to find ways to incorporate that in whatever I'm making. When I make art, I tell myself: 'If I'm having a hard time making this particular piece then I shouldn't be making it and I need to find another way to approach it'. Most of the time with illustrations, I have found that for the most optimal result, simplifying everything is a huge help. It is common for me to get caught up in details, or particular thoughts or concepts, then need to take a step back to simplify things down to the essentials. This is usually equally to content as it can in the way of shape."

"I have created a piece of art in support of a very worthwhile project that just launched here in the UK called Communitea. 55 artists , including me, were invited to make a piece of work in response to the connection we have to Chinese cultural heritage. It is available for purchase as a print at Roomfifty and all proceeds go to help save the London Chinese Community centre from closing and fight the growing tide of hatred towards Asians."

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