Fluid Collage Series — Stephanie Williams

Fluid Collage Series

Digital Collage
Conceptual Exploration
Mixed Media
Photography

This project began with the task of creating a composition from assembled image parts to explore either a mechanical or fluid theme. I initially approached it with a mechanical focus, but while experimenting with my own photography and tools in Photoshop, I was drawn to the way rigid lines could transform into organic, flowing curves. This discovery shifted the project toward a fluid aesthetic.

To build the series, I combined diverse visual sources—from textured surfaces/objects to painted patterns to vectored patterns to original photography—blending them into layered, dynamic compositions. The swirl-like movements and curved forms became central, capturing a sense of motion and energy that made the collages feel both fluid and alive.

2022—2024
UIC DES150 DIGITAL MEDIA DESIGN

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ABOUT ME

As a recent UIC graduate, I’ve developed a deep appreciation for analog art, working with traditional media such as painting, drawing, collage, linocuts, and creating objects with clay, and translating these pieces into the digital realm to create a dynamic bridge between physical and digital art. My work often explores personal themes that shape who I am—my Black and Mexican heritage, my environment, my thoughts, family and friends, and my evolving identity as an artist and designer.

Lately, I’ve been drawn to brand identity and logo design, exploring how visual systems can communicate ideas and values effectively. As I continue learning and discovering more about myself, I know I’ll also develop clarity about the kind of designer I want to be through these projects. Outside of my work, I enjoy exploring local spots with friends, shooting film, learning Spanish, and being a homebody with my cat.