Quick Collages in my Sketchbook…
I struggle with finding a balance between using my intuition when creating a collage, and the “proper” composition! I find that working this struggle out in a sketchbook that is dedicated to collage work is quite helpful! I first choose a “bunch” of collage pieces (pieces that look (intuitively) like they belong together,), then I play with the pieces in a composition until it “feels right.” The definition of “feels right” is naturally different for everyone, but I try as much as I can to remember the basic composition “rules.”
Exploring the power of intuition in my expressive collage sketchbook. Each page is a spontaneous journey of creative self-discovery, guided by mindful art-making and emotional awareness. The process is perfect for artists, creatives, and anyone interested in intuitive collage, art journaling, or mixed media sketchbooks, but finding a balance between intuition and the “composition rules” can sometimes be a challenge. I play with the pieces until it “feels right.” It’s hard to describe what “feels right” is, and it is different for everyone! My first step is to pick a small amount of collage pieces that seem to work together well (again, a “feels right” situation), then I play and play until it feels like it’s time to stop. What makes it easier is that I am playing in my sketchbook, not committing to a final piece of art, and it helps me work through things. I can then decide to replicate the collages that I like in a final piece.
