Together as a class, experiment with ways of using commonplace materials to create small, three-dimensional forms. Work with everyday materials that come in large quantities, such as plastic cups, Q-tips, or Popsicle sticks. Later, you’ll combine these small forms to create a single large-scale sculpture that changes the way you see the space in your classroom. Think creatively about how to use your materials. You might glue, paint, break, cut, twist, fold, or fasten to create a new form. This class considered working with a variety of materials but eventually chose to work with painted Popsicle sticks. As a class, select a design that uses space creatively, transforms the original material, and can be easily replicated.
Tip: Maximize the three-dimensionality of your materials.