Inspired by the Masters: An Intro to Papercraft!

In this one-time class, your student will learn how to paper craft! We will begin class with a short art history lesson about sculpture. We will discuss what a sculpture is, and what makes them interesting. From there, we will practice 10 paper crafting techniques. We will use these pieces to create our very own 3D paper sculptures. 

This class is designed to teach your student to think outside the box – with a little creativity, paper doesn’t have to be flat! 

Each class will be structured as follows:
Introductions (3 mins)
Materials Check (2 mins)
Art History/Sculpture Discussion (8 mins)
Paper Crafting Techniques (12 mins)
Create Paper Sculpture (12 mins)
Final Remarks (3 mins) 

Throughout class, students will be called upon to help or answer questions. I will encourage interaction between students and the teacher in many different ways.  

Materials Needed?
*Please see included PDF for a more detailed materials list*
-	Multiple sheets of colored paper
-	1/2 inch and 1 inch strips of colored paper
-	Glue stick or white glue
-	Colored Pencils or Markers
-	A ‘base’ (cardstock, cardboard)
*The backing to a construction paper pad works great*
- (optional) a cup or circular object to trace
- (optional) stapler
- (recommended) masking or scotch tape

*Please Note: If your child struggles with scissors, it is recommended they have full parental support during class. 

Homework?
Students will be encouraged to complete any unfinished sculptures after class. I will also provide some sculpture challenges to experiment with outside the classroom. 

How Am I Qualified?
I have always excelled at arts and crafts, and I love the challenge of a new project. I studied Landscape Architecture in college and took many courses on drawing, painting, sculpture and art history. Beyond that, I practice art as a hobby and have many different pieces displayed around our home. I have taught in various classrooms and educational settings. For more about me, see my profile! 

In class, I will share my unique style of crafting with your student!
I can’t wait to see what they create! 

See you in class!

-Ms. Andy