Collage Memories, M.O.S.S.

Collage Memories, M.O.S.S.
(Memories of Significant Spaces)
Create a cut-paper collage inspired by a meaningful place from your past—a childhood room, family gathering place, memorable trip, or another significant space. Over four sessions, you will develop the memory into a personal visual story using sketches, paper shapes, layered details, drawing, and writing.
Day 1: Remember and Plan
View and discuss collage examples, reflect on a meaningful place, and consider its viewpoint, lighting, surroundings, objects, and people. Create simple thumbnail sketches to begin shaping the scene.
Day 2: Build the Scene
Explore foreground, background, perspective, and basic shapes. Cut and arrange the major elements of your space, such as walls, furniture, trees, water, or landscape forms.
Day 3: Add Personal Details
Share progress and identify the specific objects and details that make the memory uniquely yours. Add smaller elements such as toys, posters, plants, animals, patterns, or other remembered features.
Day 4: Complete the Story
Finish the collage with texture, drawing, written details, and final adjustments. Participants may share the story behind their work or invite the group to respond with questions.
No prior collage experience is required. This class offers a thoughtful way to revisit, honor, and creatively interpret a meaningful place from your past.
Supplies to Bring
• A pad of multicolored construction paper
• Any additional paper you would like to use, such as newspapers, magazines, maps, or other decorative papers
• Glue sticks or school glue
• Scissors
Instructor: Ben Salus
Dates and Time:
Wednesdays, August 12, 19, 26, September 2
6:00 - 7:30 PM
Location: Underground, 20 S. White St
Ages: Middle School, Teens, and Adults
Minimum Students: 3
Maximum Students: 10
Price Per Student: $200
Register at www.frankfortarts.org/service-page/collage-memories-m-o-s-s