Cardboard Constructions

August 7, 14, 21, 28, September 11, 2025

Live online workshop
3:00-4:30 pm Eastern - 1:00-2:30 Central - 12:00-1:30 Pacific

Have you been interested in using cardboard as a medium in your art?

Cardboard is a versatile and readily available material that is often underestimated. Its affordability, accessibility, and versatility make it a sustainable choice for creating 2D work, sculptures, and installations.

Why Cardboard?

  • One of the key benefits of cardboard as an art material is its accessibility. Cardboard can be easily sourced from everyday items like shipping boxes and packaging materials.

  • It is a cost-effective option for artists looking to experiment with new mediums or create large-scale installations without breaking the bank.

  • Cardboard is lightweight and easy to manipulate, making it ideal for artists who want to work on projects that require mobility and flexibility. Its ease of manipulation make cardboard an ideal medium to experiment with form, shape, and texture.

  • An important characteristic of cardboard is its sustainability. As a recyclable material, cardboard offers artists the opportunity to create eco-friendly artwork. By repur- posing cardboard that would otherwise end up in land- fills, artists can reduce their environmental impact and promote sustainability through their art. This aspect adds an extra layer of depth to the creative process, en- abling artists to explore themes of conservation, re- sourcefulness, and environmental awareness in their work.

By pushing the boundaries of what is traditionally considered a "disposable" material, artists can challenge perceptions and spark conversations about the potential of everyday objects in the art world.

What to expect in this class:

  • Presentations and videos on contemporary artists using cardboard.

  • Exploring surface treatments for cardboard.

  • Instruction on various techniques for constructing with cardboard, such as: stitching, glueing, stapling, cutting, folding, scoring, etc.

  • Feedback and group discussion on work completed during the course.

  • Assignments to include 2D and 3D applications.

Sign up now for

Cardboard Constructions

Course fee $595

payment can be made by check or Venmo

General Information about classes:

  • Classes use Zoom for meetings.

  • The Padlet app is used for the course curriculum. It is a free app to use on a phone or iPad. It can also be accessed on a desktop computer. Padlet is easy to use and requires no special computer skills. Each class has its own Padlet page with separate sections for each student's work, allowing us to share images for viewing and feedback.

  • The Padlet Library and Resources are free for students and contains hundreds of books, podcasts, and videos for inspiration and research.

  • Each class is recorded for students who have to miss a session or would simply like to review. Class size is limited to 12.

  • Questions? Email me.