Collage Making

Utilize fine motor skills while stimulating creativity, conversation, and memory recall.

Materials

  1. Poster board

  2. Frame(s)

  3. Photos

  4. Laptop

  5. Markers

  6. Stickers

  7. Ribbons

Directions/Ideas

  1. Method: paste pictures on poster board, experiment with cutting the edges off

  2. Method: make a digital collage with your care-recipient. Stimulate conversation with each photo.

  3. Method: Buy several frames and form a collage using framed photos

  4. Experiment with using more than personal photos. Find stock images online to add.

  5. Draw/Decorate the collage with stickers, ribbons, etc

  6. Interestingly shaped frames will have a cool effect

  7. Create a collage using all grayscale photos, or a specific filter

  8. Place completed collage in a frame for a polished look

Skill Maintenance

Creating collages can engage fine motor skills. Using scissors, glue sticks, glue guns, liquid glue, tweezers, and stickers involves the fingers and hands. Hand-over-hand assistance can be very helpful. Always consider the physical capabilities of your loved one to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience.