Captivated by Cardboard

Working with a familiar material like cardboard alleviates mental barriers students might have when making art. What I like about it is that it’s easily acquired and a renewable resource with little or no cost. In our studio, I have a large box filled with pre-cut cardboard, scissors, brown paper packing tape, and sponges. After a brief demonstration of how to use the tape, students jump right in and start constructing.

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