"Thanks for the comment, Janice. I'm not sure a schematic would work for all collages but it appears to work OK here because, it seems to me, the collage is simple with not much layering."
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In an effort to share, explore and expand upon the myriad studio practices found here at ISACA, please consider using this forum to post images and descriptions of the process you use to create your…Continue
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Started this discussion. Last reply by ken coleman on Sunday.
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Todd Bartel left a comment for Olivier Valentin"Fantastic work Oliver! Glad you joined! I look forward to learning more about your work!"
Janice McDonald replied to Todd Bartel's discussion Collage Process"Somehow I missed this conversation when it was happening. Really interesting. Ken, your schematic of the collage is something I've never thought of, very instructive, if a bit "naked"! :)"
Todd Bartel replied to Todd Bartel's discussion Collage Process"One of the reasons I use wax paper on certain of my collages is that it adds an aged look to the work. If it were not a problem to put wax onto a work that is in progress, still needing elements to be glued down, I'd use the iron/wax paper…"
"Great discussion and info Diane and Todd!
I have a question about finishing with wax paper, Todd. Do you do it because it looks like foxing or because it finishes/protects the work as a final step? Then a more general question becomes how do you (or…"
"So foxing is what I love about old papers, good to know. Never heard about the citrus juice, will have to give that a try . Thanks Todd!"
Todd Bartel replied to Todd Bartel's discussion Collage Process"I used use Elmer's glue although I'm frustrated with the company because they changed the formula and it is now more elastic and less brittle. I prefer the older brittle glue. PVA also works. Foxing is a kind of mold that happens to…"
"Todd, Thank you for the explanation. Lots of good information for those of us who like texture. Is there a particular type of glue that you use and what is foxing? I agree that those accidental textures are wonderful. I love when they show up…"
Todd Bartel replied to Todd Bartel's discussion Collage Process"Todd Bartel, Waters from the Waters, 1985
I first discovered the glue wash technique from working too sloppily and too hastily. Essentially, I put glue down in the exact area where I wanted it to receive an item—having previously traced the…"
"Todd I really like the texture in this piece. You mention glue wash as a part of the process, could you describe what that is."
"Thanks Ken. On Cosmic Windmills I placed a dried cat tail on the glass before painting. That left the shape in the center that I then over-painted in jade. I also ended up with a half-painted dried cat tail. Hmmmmm...
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"Jeff, it's nice to see the results of the spray painting process in JR Cosmic Windmills.
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"I'm working on a series using spray paint on glass and adding collage elements to the front. I'm seeing some interesting textures and solarizations while mingling the paint that guides the selection and placement of the collage bits. I…"
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- What kind of art do you do?
- Collage, Assemblage, Conceptual Art, Drawing, Painting, Mixed Media—ready to incorporate any technique
- What is your website address?
- http://toddbartel.tumblr.com
- What is the guiding principle in your art?
- The history of collage and the history of landscape painting are the same story.
Todd Bartel received a BFA in painting from Rhode Island School of Design in 1985 and also studied in Rome as part of RISD’s European Honors Program between1984-1985. He achieved his MFA in Painting from Carnegie Mellon University in 1993. In 1990, Bartel was a recipient of the Jacob K. Javits Fellowship (U.S. Department of Education, Washington, D.C.) and in 2000, he was awarded a Connecticut Council on the Arts Fellowship Grant in support of the continuation of his drawing series, “Garden Studies” and related “Terra Reverentia” series. Bartel has taught at Harvard University, Brown University, Carnegie Mellon University, Manhattanville College and Bridgeport University. He has been a guest critic at Rhode Island School of Design, and Vermont College of Fine Arts. He lectured at the Alfred University, Chatham College, Western Connecticut State University and the New England Teaching Conference, among others. Currently, Bartel teaches drawing, painting, sculpture, installation art and conceptual art at the Cambridge School of Weston, Weston, MA. Bartel is a founder and the Director of the Cambridge School’s Thompson Gallery, a teaching gallery dedicated thematic inquiry, and “IS” a proposal-based installation gallery.
Todd Bartel is a dedicated collage artist. His work assumes assembled forms of painting, drawing and sculpture that examine the roles of landscape and nature in contemporary culture.
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- At 3:18pm on March 19, 2012,
Laurindo Feliciano said… I really love you work and your incredible technique!
- At 2:31pm on March 19, 2012, Laurindo Feliciano said…
Thank you Todd, nice to meet you... Have you a portfolio? I didn't find it here
- At 5:15pm on March 6, 2012,
Lili Francuz said… Hi Todd--thanks for your kind comment. The combination of history, landscape and materials you put together is worthy of many viewings. Lili
- At 7:21am on January 20, 2012, Gwenn Mayers said…
Thanks, Todd. Love your work, especially intrigued by your materials, e.g. moose hair.
WIll post photo of my work when I can figure out the mechanics.
Gwenn
- At 12:37pm on January 17, 2012,
Cory Peeke said… Hi Todd, I wish I could say there was a guiding principle but right now I really relish the little things, the opportunities and connections that present themselves when I sifting through all my detritus looking for that right piece. The spontaneity is the thing for me lately...maybe that is a guiding principle?
How about you?
- At 2:37am on January 11, 2012,
Cordula Kagemann said… Thank you Todd for your kind message! I love your artwork!
- At 1:45pm on January 8, 2012, Cory Peeke said…
Thanks, Todd. I'm very intrigued by your work. Thanks for the add.
-cory
- At 10:48am on January 8, 2012,
Diane Dellicarpini said…
Thanks Todd, I started to really dislike what I was doing and took a break. I seem stuck lately and have not been on this site for some time. Your work has inspired me maybe I can start to finish some of the pieces that have been sitting now. Glad you shared the weirdness of the bug thing. Crucified was apt.One question, Do you construct you own boxes? I used to be a carver, primitive, and also did large carved signs which I boxed in. My issue now is the price of framing, simply can't swing it on the large pieces.
- At 8:39am on January 7, 2012,
ken coleman said…
You're too kind.
Thank you.
- At 5:36am on January 6, 2012,
I use a silicon release paper that is used in bookbinding. Think it is the same thing?
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