plate no. 7880

The sketch to the movie "Colour of Pomegranate". "Muse"

Sergei Parajanov, 1967

collage, plywood, clothNaïve Art (Primitivism)sketch and studyfigurecollagefabricgold backgroundleavessymbolic

suitable for beginners

Recreating this collage will help students understand basic shapes, color blocking, and composition while exploring the use of different textures and materials to create a unified image.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 6 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Prepare the plywood surface with a base coat of gold paint and let it dry completely.
step 02
Sketch the basic shapes of the figure and other elements (staff, leaves) onto the plywood.
step 03
Cut out fabric pieces according to the sketched shapes for the figure's clothing, head, and limbs.
step 04
Adhere the fabric pieces to the plywood using glue, carefully aligning them with the sketch.
step 05
Add details to the staff using additional fabric scraps and embellishments.
step 06
Glue the dried leaves to the plywood, arranging them as shown in the original collage.
step 07
Allow the glue to dry completely.
step 08
Apply a sealant or varnish to protect the collage and enhance the colors (optional).

color palette

primary · gold · green · silver

secondary · red · brown

The green can be achieved by mixing a dark green with white to create lighter shades. The gold is a solid color, and the silver can be achieved by using metallic paint or fabric.

techniques

·collage
·fabric application
·color blocking
·texture layering

common pitfalls

→Using too much glue, which can cause the fabric to wrinkle or become stiff.
→Inaccurate cutting of fabric pieces, leading to misaligned shapes.
→Poor adhesion of fabric to the plywood surface.
→Overcomplicating the design with too many details.

materials

surface · Plywood panel

required

·Plywood panel
·Gold acrylic paint
·Green fabric with patterns
·Silver fabric
·Red fabric
·Dried leaves
·Craft glue
·Scissors

optional

·Palette knife
·Varnish
·Ruler

Choose fabrics with interesting textures and patterns to enhance the visual appeal of the collage. Ensure the glue is suitable for adhering fabric to wood.

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