FORM & FIBER: The Sculptural Paper Atelier

A hands-on Los Angeles paper art workshop exploring sculptural shapes, textures, and layers to create your own unique 3D artwork.
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FORM & FIBER: The Sculptural Paper Atelier

Discover the art of sculptural paper at FORM & FIBER, a hands-on creative workshop in Los Angeles. Explore paper shaping, layering, texture, and dimensional design to create your own contemporary 3D paper artwork. Guided by a facilitator, you'll experiment with curved forms, organic shapes, negative space, and unique paper textures through four simple steps: Shape, Layer, Texture, and Finish. No prior art experience is needed, and all essential materials are provided. Leave with a one-of-a-kind handmade piece, protective transport materials, and easy finishing instructions for any additional drying required at home.

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1:15–1:30 PM - Check-In + Material Preview

Guests check in, receive their workstation assignment, preview materials, and review the project format.

1:30–1:45 PM - Welcome + Technique Orientation

Introduction to the Shape → Layer → Texture → Finish process, materials, workspace safety, drying, and transport.

1:45–2:00 PM - Technique + Safety Demo

Demonstration of curling, scoring, bending, shaping, adhesive placement, and building dimensional forms.

2:00–2:20 PM - Composition Planning

Arrange shapes, explore balance and negative space, and plan the composition before attaching materials.

2:20–3:15 PM - Sculptural Form Building

Main construction period for raised forms, layered structures, and dimensional elements with facilitator support.

3:15–3:25 PM - Short Break

Brief pause for water, stretching, workspace reset, and adhesive set time.

3:25–4:05 PM - Layer + Texture

Refine the artwork with additional layers, texture, contrast, and dimensional details.

4:05–4:20 PM - Stabilize + Finishing Guidance

Secure remaining elements, check attachment points, and review drying and home-finishing instructions.

4:20–4:30 PM - Pack + Closing

Prepare artwork for safe transport, collect finishing resources, and close the workshop.