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Collage Drawing



“ Collage drawings are a type of collage art that combines multiple media, such as drawing and other materials, onto a canvas or solid support. The word "collage" comes from the French term papier collĂ©, which means "pasted paper" or "paper cut-outs". Artists began using collage as a technique in the early 20th century.”

Collage drawing. July 27, 2024. Afrika Abney



I created this collage drawing, first by cutting out the shape and pasting it onto a piece of paper. Then by soaking colored pencils using hot water and thus creating the collage drawing.

Ms. Afrika Abney has been working as a consultant since 1992, utilizing her expertise in the arts to provide services to various organizations and individuals. She values attributes such as honesty, creativity, empowerment, loyalty, and inclusion in her work. As a consultant, she focuses on implementing workshops and media campaigns to help her clients achieve their goals. Consultants like Ms. Abney offer expert opinions and recommendations to improve performance and prevent problems in organizations.


Ms. Abney's primary responsibility as a consultant is to ensure that her clients are satisfied with the results and performance of her services. She has provided her consulting services to a wide range of clients, including artists, non-profits, small businesses, community centers, churches, and schools. She has worked with organizations such as Esther Productions, Inc, Cassandra Burton, and The African American Women's Resource Center, among others.


Ms. Abney has exhibited her abstract paintings in various events and exhibitions. She has donated her artwork to organizations like Esther Productions, Inc and has had her paintings purchased by the same organization. Ms. Abney is currently focusing on branding herself as a consultant and using creative strategies to expand her reach.


Overall, Ms. Afrika Abney's work as a consultant involves utilizing her skills and experience in the arts to help organizations and individuals achieve their goals. She values honesty, creativity, empowerment, loyalty, and inclusion in her work and uses innovative strategies to provide services to her clients. Through her consulting services and artistic endeavors, Ms. Abney contributes to the growth and success of the organizations and individuals she works with.

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