Photography & New Media
Code: P1531-25
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Open to All
Students of any skill and knowledge level.
From Ordinary to Extraordinary: Experimental Collage
Sep 8 - 12, 2025
9AM-5PM
Concept
The excitement of creating often stems from the unexpected—those moments that arise when applying new techniques or materials in innovative ways. In this workshop, artists eager to elevate their practice are invited to explore the art of collage by experimenting with various materials on flat surfaces. Participants go beyond simply gluing paper onto substrates; they engage in building dynamic surfaces that reflect a spirit of experimentation and risk-taking. Utilizing a diverse range of materials including photographs, paint, text, contact paper, parchment paper, and joint compound, participants discover new methods of transferring elements from one surface to another. The resulting collages not only culminate in finished images but also serve as gateways to unlocking the unconscious creative process. Artists emerge with works that are distinctly unique, pushing the boundaries of their artistic expression and propelling their practice to the next level.
Media & Techniques
Physical collage, digital printing, image-transfer techniques including polymer, contact, and parchment paper, painting methods including washes and peels, scanning, gluing techniques
Faculty
Holly Roberts
Holly Roberts has exhibited nationally and internationally and published three monographs of her work: Holly Roberts, Holly Roberts: Works 1989-1999, and Holly Roberts: Works 2000-2009.
Holly Roberts, Stormy
Tuition: $1,480.00
Studio Fee: $150.00
Registration Fee: $45.00
NEW: Tuition includes the welcome dinner and daily lunch
Registration Information
Photography & New Media
Photography has always been a vital part of Anderson Ranch, one in which students explore visual storytelling through a variety of contexts and concepts. The program has uniquely evolved to focus on both traditional photography and new media— making it one of the only workshop settings of its kind. Three floors of the Fischer Photography Center house state-of-the-art equipment, including three photography studios, two Mac labs, a traditional darkroom, and a lighting studio with strobe and continuous lighting for photography and video.
All Photography workshops are rooted in the same idea—powerful art requires rigorous inquiry of techniques and ideas. We focus on technical skills, content and critical dialog. Students have access to color-managed media labs equipped with 24-inch iMacs, flatbed and film scanners, Epson printers, and cutting-edge software including Adobe Creative Cloud. When appropriate, students utilize strobe and tungsten lighting equipment, seamless backdrops, green screen, audio and video recording equipment and Epson large-format printers.
The Ranch Photography and New Media team creates an inspiring environment, allowing artists of all levels to explore lens-based media and the journey of artistic discovery in the unparalleled setting of the Colorado Rockies.
Anderson Ranch is happy to extend a tuition discount* in one- and two-week adult photography and new media summer workshops** for members of SPE and the Center for Fine Art Photography. Please email reg@
Workshop Details
Workshop Supplies
Provided by Anderson Ranch
Equipment
- 24" iMac
- Adobe Suite
- Epson Flatbed Scanner
- Epson P800 SureColor Printer
Supplies
- 3 - 8x10 Masonite panels*
- Acrylic medium**
- Allotted paper and ink (for inkjet printing)
- Painters tape, rulers, cutting mat, paper towels, blades, scissors
- Round and flat paint brushes**
- Transfer sheets (allotted amount per student)
What you need to bring
Required Tools and Supplies
- Acrylic paints, a variety of colors**
- Additional craddled panels, additional 3-5 reccommended**
- Collage materials from personal archive: postcards, famliy photos, magazines, etc.
- Digital images, varying quality and size for experimentation
- External hard drive or access to cloud storage to save digital works made
- Presentation of personal work for first day of class, 15-20 images
Optional Tools and Supplies
- Apron**
- Digital Camera and accessories
- Materials to ship artworks
- Sketchbook/Journal**
* Available for purchase in the studio.
** Available to purchase at the Anderson Ranch ArtWorks Store for 10% off.
Learn more about shipping supplies and artwork to and from the Ranch in the Student Handbook.
Lodging & Meals
Housing is limited and includes shared and private lodging options. Reservations will be managed on a first-come, first-served basis. The earlier you reserve housing, the better your chance of receiving your preferred option. Please note: Workshop costs do not include accommodations.
NEW: Tuition includes a welcome dinner and lunches. In our effort to foster a stronger sense of community and accessibility at Anderson Ranch, we include the welcome dinner and all lunches as part of the tuition for summer workshop students. Our hope is that this adjustment will encourage all students to come together to share meals and engage in meaningful conversations. The Ranch Café Meal Plan, which is included with Room and Board fees, strives to provide healthy, creative meals that will nourish your artistic creativity. Learn more.
We have established a Business Safety Plan with added layers of precaution that prioritize the health and safety of our staff, students, faculty and guests while continuing to provide you with the Anderson Ranch experience that you know and enjoy.
Scholarships, College Credit & Discounts
Making Art Accessible
Applications for scholarship support are encouraged. Specific scholarships are funded by Ranch supporters, either through endowed funds or special gifts.
Many colleges and universities offer college credit for workshops taken at Anderson Ranch. Discounts are available for students and teachers.
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