COLUSA, CA (MPG) – Local artist Mark Vargo will lead two youth collage workshops in May focused on identity and creative expression.
The workshops center on the theme, “What makes you, you?” and will guide participants through both traditional and digital art techniques.
The first session, a Self-Portrait Collage Workshop, will take place May 9. Participants will create collage portraits that reflect their interests, experiences and personal identity.
A second workshop will follow May 23. During that session, participants will revisit the artwork created in the first class and take part in a Generative AI Collage Workshop. Students will use creative artificial intelligence tools to transform and expand their original collages.
The workshops are open to youth ages 10 to 17. Organizers say the program aims to give participants a chance to explore self-expression while learning new artistic methods.
All materials will be provided. Seating for the workshops is limited.
Registration is expected to open soon.
The workshops are funded in partnership with the City of Colusa Prop. 64 Cohort 3 Youth Prevention and Education Program. The program supports creative opportunities for young people while promoting awareness and informed decision making related to cannabis prevention.