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EXHIBITIONS

"Chromatic Alchemy by The Midwest Collage Society

The Midwest Collage Society’s artists employ diverse materials: handmade papers, Asian rice papers, found objects (metal, computer and clock parts, leaves, twigs, stones, shells, feathers, beads, etc.), text, various paints, pastels, ink, photographs, images from print media, fabric, antique lace and buttons, thread, and wire.

The word collage comes from the French coller, meaning “to glue.” Evidence of adhering paper to paper can be found in Japanese texts of the early 12th century and memorabilia from the Victorian era. Collage provided an exciting medium for Cubist artists like Picasso, Braque, and Gris, to reflect their increasingly urban, post-industrial society. The same principles of color, design, and theme applied, just as in traditional painting or printmaking. Today, collage techniques often are present in fine art, graphic and digital arts (used throughout mass media), photography, and three-dimensional installation art.

MCS promotes collage as a fine art by providing exhibit opportunities and professional development activities. For more information about the Midwest Collage Society, visit: midwestcollagesociety.blogspot.com

A group-hosted reception will be held on Friday, April 12 from 6 to 8 p.m.