| Date |
Session Times |
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| 01/25/2025 |
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
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This introductory course teaches the basics of miniature model making by inviting students to create a 1:12 scale model of a space that means something to them. Students will work with materials such as foam core, polymer clay, and reinvent material scraps, found objects and recyclables into new mini creations.
Session 1 (3 hours):
Introductions
Understanding Scale
Materials Overview
Brainstorming and Sketching Plans
Construction of the room
Wall treatments and flooring
Session 2 (3 hours):
Continuation of wall treatments and flooring
Building out the Room
Adding the details and finishing touches
Sharing your creation with the class
Required Materials:
5-6 Sheets White Foam Core 11” x 14”
X-acto knife with extra blades
Self-healing cutting mat 12” x 18”
Straight edge ruler
Grid Paper
Pencil and Eraser
Flat Head Straight Pins
Elmers All Purpose Glue
Acrylic Paint Set and Assorted Foam Brushes
Suggested/Optional Materials:
Recycled & Scrap Materials of any kind that you’d like to repurpose
Fabric Scraps
Polymer Clay
