Color, unity, and contrast… those were the elements that attracted me as I created this torn-paper collage. It was my second collage of the day.
Shades of blue – especially leaning towards teal – have always been my color “comfort zone.” And, as someone with auburn hair, I’ve always liked the contrast. Blue and orange/brown, opposite on the color wheel, can bring out the best of each other.
I chose a simple, almost minimalist composition. Many of my collages are far more complex.
The figure represents strength, even as she stands alone and in toe shoes (ballet).
I feel as if she’s poised, surveying what’s in front of her, preparing for her next powerful step forward. It’s that time that many of us experience. Not quite hibernation or as subdued as we may appear, but simply regrouping, internally.
Then – when we’re ready – we emerge. At that point, it’s our game.
And that’s her story in this collage.
Materials: torn magazine pages and Yes paste on 9″ x 12″ acid-free lightweight card stock.