Collage & Composition Lab – Live Online Class for Ages 13–15 / Saturdays, October 18 – December 6, 2025
Collage & Composition Lab – Live Online Class for Ages 13–15 / Saturdays, October 18 – December 6, 2025
This hands-on class teaches students how to move beyond traditional drawing and painting to create dynamic, well-composed works of art using collage. Teens learn to thoughtfully arrange visual elements—shapes, colors, textures, and images—with purpose, exploring balance, contrast, and perspective to engage the viewer. Projects encourage experimentation with layering, scale, and focal points while nurturing conceptual thinking and creative decision-making. Students build confidence as intentional visual storytellers while developing both technical and imaginative skills.
What Makes This Course Different?
Beyond Technique: Students don’t just learn principles of composition—they discover how to apply them creatively using collage materials.
Critical Thinking in Art: Teens practice making choices that shape meaning, mood, and emotional impact in their artwork.
Engaging Projects: Assignments invite students to experiment with layering, texture, and spatial relationships across a variety of materials.
Individualized Guidance: Each student receives personalized feedback to refine both technique and artistic intention.
Rather than focusing solely on technical skills, this course emphasizes creative expression, conceptual thinking, and visual storytelling through collage.
AVAILABILITY
Saturdays, 12:30 PM – 1:45 PM EST
Oct 18, Oct 25, Nov 1, Nov 8, Nov 15, Nov 29, Dec 6
LOCATION
Instruction will be provided through the Zoom platform. Students should have a webcam and the ability to download zoom on their computer, phone, or tablet. Once you register for the class, you will be sent an e-mail with the Zoom URL to log in to the class.
CUSTOM SCHEDULING
If your homeschool group or school would like to schedule a custom session at a different time, I’d be happy to work with you to make that happen. Please feel free to contact me to discuss options and details.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:
Creative Composition: Learn how to arrange shapes, textures, and images in collage to create visually compelling and meaningful artworks.
Exploring Themes: Develop projects that explore identity, emotions, and storytelling, using paper, found objects, and mixed-media elements to convey ideas.
Storytelling Through Art: Discover how to communicate personal narratives and abstract concepts through layered collage and intentional composition.
Art Projects: Work on engaging, hands-on projects that encourage experimentation, problem-solving, and creative expression while refining your artistic voice.
WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE:
This course is perfect for teens aged 13–15 who want to expand beyond traditional drawing or painting. Students will explore collage and mixed-media techniques using materials easily accessible at home, while developing both technical skill and creativity.
COURSE FORMAT:
Collage & Composition Lab is fully online and interactive. Each session combines instruction, experimentation, and creative projects. Students have opportunities to share their work, receive personalized feedback, and participate in group discussions that foster collaboration and artistic growth.
WHY TAKE THIS COURSE:
Collage encourages teens to think creatively about space, structure, and meaning. In this course, students will gain confidence in their visual storytelling, explore new materials and techniques, and leave with a portfolio of imaginative, original artwork.
PRIVACY & PERMISSIONS
Learning Through A Lens values the privacy and creative rights of all participants. During our programs, we may take photos or videos of students for documentation and promotional purposes. With parent/guardian consent, we may also share student artwork on our website, social media, or other materials.
Personal information collected during registration is used only to communicate about the program. We do not share or sell personal data. Participation will never be affected by whether families grant permission for photos, videos, or artwork.