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Rolled Paper Sculpture

Materials

  • Paper
  • Newspaper or magazine (optional)
  • Markers
  • Scissors
  • Tape or hot glue
  • Cardboard for base (optional)

Instructions

  • On your paper experiment making different types of lines and shapes.
  • Once you have at least 5 pages filled, cut them up into sections. Think about how long you want your pieces to be, either one consistent length or a variety of lengths.
  • Roll the strips and use a small piece of tape so the paper remains rolled up.
  • If you decided to use newspaper and magazine paper, you can skip drawing and repeat steps 2 & 3.
  • Using tape, or hot glue (with adult permission & supervision depending on age of artist), construct your sculpture by connecting the individual rolls.
  • Try and use at least 20 rolls to create the sculpture.
  • When the sculpture is done, it can be glued down to a cardboard base or left freestanding.

Filed Under: Art Activities for Kids!

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