Hands-on with Comic Collaging

In conjunction with the exhibition The Artist’s Experience: From Brotherman to Batman, join us for a hands-on workshop led by Noreen Smith where participants are invited to create an imagined story that they want to share. We will explore the artist’s practice of creating collages from comic books such as Flash, Batman, Aquaman, Silver Surfer, and Black Panther. Through the process of deconstructing, overlapping, weaving and layering, the artist uses collage to recreate the untold stories of women of color—stories of how we overcome and are victorious. Participants will wander into the world of fantasy and create a superhero from a story or superpower each of us relate to.

No experience necessary. All materials provided. 

IMAGE: Noreen Smith, Soft Black Wool and a Can of Whop Ass, Paper collage

About Noreen Smith

Noreen Smith is a multidisciplinary artist from Baltimore whose work is a deeply personal reflection of her experiences as a Black woman. Her art is intricately woven with the threads of her life’s journey, drawing inspiration from trailblazers like Kara Walker and Romare Bearden. Noreen’s creative roots are grounded in a family tradition where women crafted not for recognition, but for the sheer joy of creation. This legacy instilled in her a belief that art is a birthright—a universal language that connects and communicates on the most profound levels. Noreen’s art is more than visual expression; it is an intimate dialogue that transcends boundaries, evoking thought, emotion, and action. She views her work as a powerful tool for fostering understanding and empathy, connecting people across diverse experiences.