Chihuly-Inspired project #3: Coffee Filter Sculptures

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Artist Connection: Dale Chihuly

Grades: 3–8

Time Required: 1-2 class periods

Project Type: Collaborative

Materials

• Coffee filters
• Markers
• Spray starch
• Large black foam core board or other display surface
• Glue for attaching pieces to display

Instructions

• Cut an organic shape from the coffee filter.
• Color with markers.
• Drape over a plastic cup or yogurt container (something to hold the shape).
• Spray with starch to saturate and hold shape once dry.
• Teacher attach to display board in an organic, meandering fashion or tightly together if there are many.

Video about this project: https://theartofeducation.edu/videos/impressive-3d-collaborative-piece-can-pull-off-no-time/ 

More Chihuly-inspired projects: https://artsycraftsymom.com/10-dale-chihuly-art-projects-for-kids/