Get inspired by major modern and contemporary collage artists, and apply their concepts, techniques and skills to your own work!

 

"Collage is part of a perpetual voyage of self-discovery and refinement – an intellectual grand tour through philosophies  and civilizations... distilled in the “tearingness” of original edges.”   Robert Motherwell

 

 

Immerse yourself in an inspiring studio environment surrounded by pine-forested mountain slopes, within an easy reach of the sea near Marathon and the museums and Acropolis of Athens! The Collage workshop offers you a unique opportunity to make art and discover new trails in the development of your own artistic expression. During this summer intensive workshop you will be taken on a journey through different ways of creating collage. Every day will start with a lecture/power point presentation with the work of modern and contemporary collage artists. Concepts and techniques employed by the artist will be demonstrated. You will be introduced you to the basics of collage, mixed media, abstract art, and photo montage, and you will get to know the main currents in the art of the 20th century. Then you have the rest of the day to create your own collages! An intensive week for all levels, either beginning or established artists!

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In this 5 day workshop you will:

 

• develop an understanding of collage (from 1900 to present).

• learn a great diversity of collage techniques and skills

• interpret and apply historical exemplars and concepts to your own studio practice

 

"I had the most wonderful experience with you last year. I will never forget your kindness and generosity. You are one of the most supportive and brilliant teachers that I have ever encountered. Hopefully, one day I will be able to return to your magical

kingdom." L.L. (artist)

"Annette gave just the right amount of history, theory, instruction of technique and most importantly the freedom and independence that encouraged and enabled us all to explore our own imagination and discover our OWN creative practice." V.M (writer)

 

 

Discover the different collage techniques

During the Collage workshop students will be given assistance in discovering their own artistic cosmos and reconnecting with their inspiration. In this workshop you will discover a great diversity of different collage techniques and skills. We will research the various ways collage artists have discovered their own collage and photo montage techniques. In this workshop we will look at:

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• Introduction to the basics of collage, mixed media, abstract art and photo montage.

• Creating composited images from found, taken, and scanned images.

• Learning the techniques of masking, edge treatments, color space, shadows and highlights, texture, perspective, depth of field, harmony, symmetry, and narrative.

• Practicing how to make the disparate elements meld seamlessly to create a sense of magic realism.

• Going back home with several of your own dream collages or photo montages.

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Paper, magazines to cut from, glue and paint for mixed media are included. You can print photos or buy stretched canvas at an additional cost. In the evening we will watch films in the home cinema on pioneering artists and artistic developments, followed by a lively discussion under the stars. These events will be a precious addition to your personal explorations in the studio as they create room for new insights and ideas.

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What we offer

• an en suite air-conditioned private room with balcony or garden view

• full board stay, all meals and drinks are included

• tuition 5 days, 3 hours a day, Sunday - Friday 

• use of the studio 24/7

• WiFi 

• a shared studio space

• pick-up/drop off at Metamorfosi train station (where trains from the airport arrive every 30 minutes)

• pick-up/drop off at Afidnes train station (where trains to Athens or Halkida depart every 2 hours)

 

Practical Information

Prices of the workshops can be found here. 

You should book your flight to Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos. All  workshops start on Saturday evening with a welcoming dinner at 8 p.m. You are welcome to arrive at any time (depending on your flight) but your room will only be available after lunch at 1 p.m. Workshops finish on Saturday morning after breakfast. You may leave any time before lunch (1 p.m.). 

 

Application

Please fill in the application form. Upon confirmation of the availability of the requested week(s), please send your deposit of €350 via bank transfer or PayPal (€375) within three weeks. Reservation is only confirmed after we receive your booking deposit of €350. The remaining amount is due four weeks before your workshop or residency starts. 

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Prices 2025

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VAWAA

Annette also offers a 4 day intensive apprenticeship in collage and photomontage at VAWAA (Vacation With an Artist). This is available the whole year. Again you can stay at her place and work the whole day in her studio. At the VAWAA you will receive 5 hours of techniques and tuition with slideshows, so it is more intensive. This is also private tuition so you can ask Annette exactly about what it is you want to learn. Annette will also take you on a trip to the sea and visit to a gourmet tavern for special Greek dishes! Find out more about this option, and availability here.

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