Pronunciation: [kɒlˈɑːʒ] (IPA) 
The word "collage" is spelled with two L's and one A, and is pronounced /kəˈlɑːʒ/. The first syllable is stressed, and the vowel sound is pronounced like "uh" (ə). The second syllable has a long "a" sound (ɑː) and is followed by a soft "j" sound (ʒ). The final "e" in "collage" is silent, and serves to soften the "g" sound. This word refers to a work of art made by gluing various materials onto a surface.
Collage is a noun that refers to a composition or artwork created by combining various materials such as photographs, newspaper clippings, fabric, or other objects onto a surface. It is a visual art technique often utilized in both fine arts and crafts.
The process of making a collage involves assembling different elements, usually against a background, to create a unified and cohesive piece. These elements can include images, text fragments, found objects, drawings, and paintings, which are arranged and adhered together using techniques like gluing or stitching. Collage allows artists to experiment with the juxtaposition and layering of disparate materials and elements, resulting in a unique and expressive final product.
Collages can be made on various surfaces, including paper, canvas, wood, or even three-dimensional objects. They can be purely two-dimensional or incorporate three-dimensional objects to create a more dynamic composition. Collage art can be created through traditional cut-and-paste methods or digitally through computer software, expanding the possibilities of this artistic technique.
Collage as an artistic medium emerged in the early 20th century, pioneered by artists such as Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque as part of the Cubist movement. Since then, collage has become a popular and versatile form of artistic expression, often employed in fields like graphic design, fashion, and advertising. It encourages artists to repurpose and reinterpret existing materials, fostering a sense of recycling and sustainability in the art world.
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The word "collage" comes from the French word "coller", which means "to glue" or "to stick". It was first used in artistic contexts in the early 20th century to describe a technique of creating artistic compositions by sticking together various materials, such as paper, fabric, or photographs, onto a surface. The concept of collage became popularized by artists like Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque, who incorporated this technique into their Cubist artworks. From French, the term "collage" entered English and is now widely used to refer to a composition made by assembling different elements together.
