Creating Visual Composition with Latasha Dunston

This workshop looks at composition, the act of putting things together, through a fresh lens. We will observe an array of famous works to compile a current list of what we consider a “good” composition. Using collage and mixed media we will experiment with the different compositional elements to stretch our comfort zones and understanding of the creative process.

Suggested materials

• Magazine, newspapers, catalogs etc. 

• School glue 

• Pencil or pen -colored pencils or crayons 

• Mixed media or watercolor paper at least 3 pages no bigger than 8x10” 

Additional/optional 

• Painting supplies

• Texture materials: moss, glitter, sandpaper cotton balls, pipe cleaners, yarn etc. 

• Colored construction paper

About Latasha Dunston

Latasha Dunston is an illustrator, painter, and plant lover. She received her BFA from Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts with a concentration in Scientific and Medical Illustration. When she is not in the studio, she is cooking up a storm in the kitchen, tending to her plants, hiking and camping , or traveling to somewhere new. Her love of the outdoors is a vital part of my identity and I try and share that passion with as many as I can to help show that the outdoors is for everyone.

Follow Latasha: Website + Instagram

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**These classes are intended to be live and interactive. If you can't make the class, please email hello@creativefuelcollective.com. For a full refund, please cancel at least 48 hours in advance.