Physical experiments

Personal collage

Process:
1. Edit image using Photoshop CC 2014 and print.
2.  Cut out image using an exacto knife and mount on craft board.
3. Give subject craft supplies and a brief of exploring personal identity and see what is produced.

(Images will be too large to scan so must be photographed).

When to use this:
This technique can be used when you wish to gain a truly personal response from the subject as it enables them creative control the images final message and allows you to see their personal identity.

Large collage

Process: 

1. Draw and cut out silhouette.
2. Stick silhouette to A1 mount board.
3. Paint rainbow decoration around the silhouette.
4. Edit images using Photoshop CC 2014.
5. Cut images until silhouette is covered.
6. Add pieces which you wish to draw attention to on a raised piece of mount card in order to create levels in the image.
7. Shoot with Instant film and Disposable film as well as DSLR in order to create a more versatile collage.
8. Add elements such as receipts, buttons and sequins to give the image a more personal appearance.

(Images will be too large to scan so must be photographed).

When to use this:
This technique can be used when you want to create a collage similar in appearance to a scrap book and is useful when attempting to create a documentary collage.

Joiner collage

Process:

1. Paint your images background with your chosen design this helps to tie your image to the rest of your series and gives it a more vibrant appearance as there would be large amounts of empty space without this.
2. Edit your images in Photoshop CC 2014 and print them to the scale the you with to use.
3. Cut out your images and begin to piece together your "subject".
4. An overlapping effect gives the best appearance as it is most reminiscent of David Hockney's style varying colours and levels of saturation of the images also help to focus on the chaos of youth.
5. When you are happy with your composition you can begin to glue down the pieces of the collage.
6. You can stop when you are happy with your final collage.

(Images will be too large to scan so must be photographed).

When to use this:
This technique is used when attempting to join various portraits together in a linking theme as it shows a sense of unity whilst incorporating one distinct style.