Teaching Artist: Leigh Ferello

Discover the expressive world of collage in this hands-on, beginner-friendly course designed for adults looking to spark creativity, build artistic confidence, and explore visual storytelling. Over six weeks, you'll experiment with a wide range of collage materials and be inspired by influential female artists:
Week 1: Hannah Höch: The Mother of Photomontage
Week 2: Wangechi Mutu: Surreal Dreamscapes
Week 3: Barbara Kruger: Sight Words
Week 4: Lygia Clark: Bold Abstraction
Week 5: Martha Rosler: Visual Juxtaposition
Week 6: Faith Ringgold: "Narrative Quilts"

Each session focuses on a different artist and theme, guiding you through playful and meaningful projects that combine cutting, layering, and personal expression. You'll learn how to work with color, shape, texture, and symbolism while exploring your own stories and style. No prior art experience is needed—just curiosity and a willingness to explore! Students may bring optional personal items (e.g., photos, letters, fabrics).
We will begin with a brief history of the artist/inspirational work(s), before exploring our final pieces. Some assignments will be prompted, while other projects encourage complete creative freedom. Classes will end with a mini-exhibition and an artist statements/share circle where you may receive positive critiques from your peers. For ages 18+.

Here is a link for details regarding AOY Terms & Conditions. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.