Paper Mosaic Collage Cat Portraits

🎨 Transform Your Feline Friend into a Paper Mosaic Masterpiece!

Welcome Fellow Cat Lovers and Art Enthusiasts!

Are you ready to embark on a creative journey that celebrates your beloved cat? Whether they're a sleek Siamese or a fluffy Persian, this course will guide you through the enchanting process of creating a paper mosaic collage portrait of your cat. No prior experience with paper mosaics is necessary; this comprehensive course has everything you need to start crafting!

What You'll Discover in This Course:

• Step-by-Step Tutorial: I'll be creating a portrait of Velma, a cat with a rich tapestry of colors in her medium to long length fur. I'll share my techniques for capturing the essence of your cat's fur texture and flow.
• Exploring Fur and Flow: We'll delve into how to work with different coat types, ensuring that your cat's personality shines through in the paper mosaic.
• Color Theory for Cats: Understanding how to select the perfect colors to represent your cat's fur, eyes, and character.
• A Variety of Papers: From magazine cutouts to personalized painted papers, we'll discuss the best types of paper to use for a stunning effect.
• Optional Preparation Class: While not required, taking the "Preparing Papers for your Art" course beforehand will enhance your selection of papers and textures.

Course Materials Needed:

Bare Minimum List:

• Thick paper or a board as your base.
• Magazines/papers for ripping and creating the mosaic effect.
• ModPodge for adhesion and sealing.
• A paintbrush and scissors to shape and finish your artwork.

Extended Supply List: Substrates:

• Hardboard Panel or a canvas as your base.
• Golden Matte or Gloss Medium as a sealer.
• Golden Gesso for priming your base.
• Foam Brushes for applying the gesso and ModPodge.

Design Tools:

• A printed image of your cat at the desired size.
• Pencil, carbon paper, or a ruler for transferring the outline.
• Tape to secure the image during transfer.

During the Cat Portrait Creation:

• ModPodge (I recommend glossy, but matte is also an option).
• A variety of papers for the collage.
• CraftSmart bristle brush (taklon) or a similar paintbrush.
• A low lid to hold ModPodge.
• Scissors and an Xacto knife for precise cuts.
• A cutting mat for safety and ease.
• An optional pick for handling small pieces.

For the Painted Background and Whiskers:

• Acrylic paint (your choice of brand).
• A Posca Acrylic Paint pen for detailed work like whiskers.
• A Sharpie for signing your artwork.

Varnishing:

• Liquitex Gloss Varnish or a varnish of your chosen glossiness level.
• A foam brush for applying the varnish.
• Something to prop up your artwork as it dries.

Let's Create Together!

This course is designed to be both fun and educational, offering a blend of detailed instructions and creative freedom. You'll learn professional techniques while celebrating the unique character of your cat. 🐱🎨

Sign up now and start transforming your feline companion into a dazzling paper mosaic! Your masterpiece awaits.