Jane Perkins loves and creates artwork with an element of fun and the unexpected.

Each of her Found Material Collages is made from thousands of pieces of salvaged bric-a-brac which are carefully glued into place to make the picture. Random small objects are used; plastic toys, shells, beads, buttons etc. No colour is added to any of the materials – they are exactly ‘as found’.

Jane said  “I am a ‘re-maker’, taking inspiration from found objects and working them into something new. I love art with an element of fun and the unexpected, and hope my work will make you smile!” 

Below are some examples of her work. It can take her 3 weeks to complete each piece.

Your Project

Think:

What features do you have on your face?

Can you name them all?

Task:

To make a portrait of yourself / a friend / a pet / a toy's face / family member

First decide who or what you are creating a portrait of.

Then decide if you are using natural or recycled materials for your artwork.

Natural - leaves, sticks, grass, seeds etc..

Recycled - buttons, fabric, paper, card, plastic toys, shells, beads etc..

Here is an example of using natural materials for a portrait.  

Instructions:

1. Gather your materials (natural or recycled)
2. Follow instructions below for both kinds of materials. Whether using natural or recycled materials they can be glued  to a piece of paper or card if you would like to. If not just lay them out. 
3. Make a face shape.  
4. Add hair 
5. Add eyes 
6. Add nose 
7. Add mouth 
8. Take a photo of your finished artwork.