"A Container" - Constructing an Assemblage

Continuing the theme of different materials this semester, a container  became an interesting vehicle for expression.  In keeping with my interest in assemblage (creating a sculpture out of found or everyday objects), I decided to use a wooden cigar box donated by one of the other students.  I am also drawn to imagery of people from earlier times.  I then created a family tree including members of mixed races and figures of native Americans along with actual twigs.
Below is the result:

Materials for Collage

For my collage class this semester, the focus has been on materials.  For example, one week we worked with corrugated cardboard, the next week a garment, and the third week a book cover.  The instructor started with a surprise quote to stimulate developing a finished piece. For the piece on the left I used scored cardboard and torn paper.  The piece on the right is a cover for a make-believe book that I entitled "Grim Fairy Tales."