Curious about photo collage but unsure where to begin? This workshop invites you to explore collage through a cultural and ecological lens. Guided by artist Epiphany Couch, participants will draw inspiration from the patterns of Salish weaving, quilting, and Pacific Northwest basketry.

We'll begin by photographing natural textures and forms found on the yəhaw̓ land, learning what to look for when gathering visual material for collage. After a lunch break, we’ll return to transform our images into personal, place-based collages in a supportive group setting. This hands-on workshop offers a meaningful way to connect with the land, honor cultural traditions, and create something beautiful together.

Participants should bring: A smartphone or digital camera for taking photos (If you do not have access to a device with a camera, let us know. We have a few digital cameras available)

Lunch and other supplies will be provided.
RSVP required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/patterning-place-a-nature-collage-workshop-tickets-1359820442549

About the instructor:
Epiphany Couch (she/her) is an interdisciplinary artist and writer based in Portland, Oregon. Working in photography, beadwork, weaving, and collage, she creates intimate works that engage ancestral knowledge, storytelling, and our relationships with the natural and spiritual worlds. Drawing from her spuyaləpabš (Puyallup), Yakama, and Scandinavian family histories—as well as archival research and dreams—her practice blurs the line between art and artifact. Her work has been featured in museums, galleries, art fairs, and public collections across the U.S.