“You need to let the little things that would ordinarily bore you suddenly thrill you.” – Andy Warhol
I’m an avid reader of Cosmopolitan and Seventeen magazines. Who reads a magazine more than once? It would be boring, I’m sure. Instead of having your magazines piled up or thrown away, try making an art collage with them, so they can thrill you again.
For this art project you will need:
• Magazines
• Paper
• Stick Glue
• Scissors
• Markers
To start, flip through magazines and select images that spark your interest. I like to tear out the whole page at first and cut later. It can be small or large, words, items, or people. More variety makes for a more fascinating composition. Carefully cut out your pieces. Try to cut curvy or zigzag lines around the subject. Lay the sheet of paper down (whatever size you prefer) and arrange your clippings. Try switching it up a few times and use the arrangement you like the best. Overlapping images or letting them hang off of the paper can make your collage have more visual appeal. Glue your pieces down one at a time. Remember to not totally glue all sides down if you plan to overlap, if you want another piece to slide under a little. You can use markers to doodle over the images and on spots that may have some paper still showing, if you wish to do so. Dots and lines are simple, but can have a big impact.
Collage using magazine clippings and sharpie markers.
This project can be done with any type of magazine, for any interest you have. Create a collage to inspire you, foods you like, sports, fashion, celebrities, music instruments, the sky is the limit.
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