Balsa Wood & Paper Sculptures

Balsa Wood Sculpture

Materials: Balsa wood, wood glue, and pins

Dimensions: 8 1/2" x 5" x 6"

 For my balsa wood sculpture, I used wood glue to act as the base to hold up the wood and a place for the tiny wood shavings.

 I used pins to hold the small bits of wood that I shaved off by using the utility knife. I carved a smooth and wavy design into each of the longer sticks of wood. I used repetition in the use of small, rounded strips of wood.

 The purpose of this sculpture is to use the glue and pins to hold the wood in a way that each piece looks like it is balancing on each other in a more natural way. I was inspired by nature and organic materials when sculpting this.

Paper Sculpture

Materials: Paper, balsa wood, clear packing tape, and pins 

Dimensions: 10 1/2" x 4 1/2" x 7 1/2"

 I used paper in square formations to act as the base and sides of my sculpture. The paper is surrounding a wooden support and small wooden sculpture within the overall piece. The clear packing tape was used to create a "window" effect on the sides and bottom. I enjoyed playing with symmetry and balance with this sculpture, but also use of a focal point.

 The final products:

Completed sculptures