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What Can I make using the Sculpture Center?
Origami
Origami
Cardboard Sculpture
Cardboard Sculpture
Air Dry Clay
Air Dry Clay
Origami
Origami
Origami is the Japanese art of folding paper into shapes and figures. The word "origami" comes from the Japanese words oru ("to fold") and kami ("paper").
Explorations & Practices
Explorations & Practices
Beginner Projects
Beginner Projects
Advanced Projects
Advanced Projects
Expert Projects
Expert Projects
Adding Originality
Adding Originality
Artists
Artists
Robert Lang
Krystyna and Wojtek Burczyk
Christine Edison (Chicago)
Tomoko Fuse
Roy Iwaki
Eric Joisel
Satoshi Kamiya
Miyuki Kawamura
Linda Tomoko Mihara
Jared Needle
Victoria Serova
Hieu Tran Trung
Cardboard Scuplture
Cardboard Scuplture
Cardboard sculpture is a form of art where artists create three-dimensional artworks using cardboard as their primary material, often employing techniques like cutting, folding, gluing, and layering to achieve intricate designs and forms.
Air Dry Clay
Air Dry Clay
Air dry clay is a type of clay that dries in the air. As the name suggests, this clay doesn't require any baking or firing. Depending on the thickness of your model, it will typically take around 1 to 3 days to dry.
Sculpting
Sculpting
Painting
Painting
To best paint air dry clay, start by smoothing and sealing the surface with gesso or primer. Then, apply acrylic paints in thin layers, allowing each to dry before adding another. Finally, consider adding a protective coat of mod podge or varnish for durability and shine.
Choose Paints: Acrylic paints are a popular choice for air dry clay, as they are relatively inexpensive and easy to use.
Apply Thin Layers: Apply thin layers of paint using a brush, allowing each layer to dry completely before adding the next.
Consider Techniques: Experiment with techniques like dry brushing, washing, or stippling to add texture and dimension to your artwork.
Sealing
Sealing
Apply a Clear Coat: Use mod podge or a suitable acrylic varnish to protect the painted design and add a glossy finish.
Apply Multiple Layers: Apply several coats of sealant, allowing each to dry completely before applying the next.
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