Collage

/kəˈlɑːʒ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A artistic composition made of various materials (such as paper, photographs, and fabric) glued onto a surface.

The artist's latest work is a vibrant collage that showcases her travels.

A collection of various items or elements, often created to convey a certain theme or idea.

Her scrapbook features a collage of memories from her childhood.

A technique in visual arts where various images or materials are assembled together.

In her class, students learned how to create a collage using mixed media.

Derived from the French word 'coller', meaning 'to paste'.

photo collage

A collection of photographs arranged together, often used to showcase memories.

collage art

Art that is made by combining different forms of media.

digital collage

A collage created electronically using software.

montage

A technique used in film and art that combines various images.

paste-up

An earlier form of collage specifically in print production.

A 'mashup' of anything.

This playlist is a collage of all my favorite songs.

A chaotic mix of elements.

His room was a collage of unorganized clothes and books.