Sculptural Letter Part 3: Adding Sculptural Decoration

This video tutorial guides students through creating a sculptural letter using poster board strips and masking tape. It covers cutting and placing strips, securing them with tape, handling corners and overlaps, and closing small spaces. The tutorial also prepares students for the next step of applying a paper mache layer, emphasizing the importance of a surface design plan and choosing the right construction paper.

What is the first step in constructing your sculptural letter?

• Cutting the poster board strips to the length of the letter

• Applying paper mache

• Choosing the color of construction paper

• Folding the poster board in half

How should you handle sharp corners when attaching poster board strips?

• Fold the poster board in half or cut it to form a 90-degree angle

• Leave gaps for flexibility

• Use a single long strip and bend it

• Avoid using masking tape

What should you do if the strips are too long for certain areas?

• Overlap them excessively

• Discard them and start over

• Cut them shorter for easier handling

• Use them as they are

Before starting paper mache, what must be completed?

• The letter must be displayed

• The letter must be dried

• A surface design plan

• The entire letter must be painted

What is the purpose of using construction paper in the paper mache process?

• To create a glossy finish

• To make the letter lighter

• To seal edges and add sturdiness

• To add color to the letter