Non-digital collages – The CreativeMindClass Blog

"I reside and work in Bristol UK and studied Illustration at Brighton UK. I've been an active artist and illustrator since 2013, but my interest has been shifting through the years, from vibrant and vibrant character illustrations towards more abstract and process intense work. I usually create art using a combination of sketching, collage mix of the two, occasionally 3D. I also self-publish and create lots of zines as well as occasionally comics."

What would you say about the collage you created?

"Primarily not digital" (though it's personal preference to be honest, traditional and digital methods of work are just as appropriate as the other) and a lot of textures on paper. I used to create work with lots of bright colors, but I've tried to be more considered and 'quieter' when it comes to my color choices in recent times. I place a great deal of emphasis on composition and shapes too. The majority of my work is quite playful, as I see my collages and drawings I do as playing, or an act of amusement."

What are the keys to creating collages?

"It's hard to pick the one key to how I create illustrations and other artwork. An attitude of enjoyment, joy, and play is important in the way I work. I always try to find a way of injecting that into whatever I'm creating. When I make art, I tell myself: 'If I'm not enjoying making this particular piece then I shouldn't even be doing it, and I should find another way to approach it'. More often than not with illustrations, I have found that in order to achieve the most effective outcome simplifying everything really helps. It is common for me to get caught up in details, or particular thoughts or concepts, then need to step back and simplify everything down to the essentials. It is often the case that this applies as much to content as it can be to the shape."

"I have created a piece of art in support of a very worthwhile project which was launched in the UK named Communitea. 55 artists , including me, were requested to create a work of art in response to our connection with Chinese culture, which is now available to purchase in print form at Roomfifty where all the profits go to help keep the London Chinese Community centre from closing and fight the growing tide of anti-Asian hate."

See more of Ed's collages through Instagram as well as his web site.