Youth: Paper Mache Sculpture with Recycled Materials

• Newspaper/flyers
• Non toxic school glue 
• Small sealable containers
• Silicone basting brush
• Medium(smallish) size nitrile gloves
• Hockey tape
• Glue guns
• Balloons
• Various recycled cardboard, plastic and foam materials
• Scissors
• X-acto knives 
• Fishing line
• Acrylic/water based paint
• Paint brushes
• Various colours of tissue paper 

• Any extra newspaper/flyer(porous) type paper you may have.
• Clean and lightweight recyclable materials i.e., plastic (no glass/metal please) containers.
• Cardboard boxes/tubes, styrofoam pieces.
• A medium to large mixing bowl to help support and elevate your work.

• Wear clothes you don't mind getting glue/paint on or bring an apron.
• Hair elastic or band if needed.
• Bring a water bottle or sealable beverage, snacks and lunch.
• Dress appropriately for the weather during breaks. 
• Pack sunscreen and bug spray.

Mandatory Studio Safety Practices 

Your health and safety is our priority. Our studio environments can have a number of objects, tools and chemicals that require personal protective equipment (PPE) or other consideration for your well-being. All persons (including faculty, staff and students) are asked to observe the following while in the shops and studios: 
 

• Wear sturdy and appropriate shoes such as sneakers, closed leather shoes or work boots open-toed shoes, flip-flops or high heels are not allowed. 

• No long, dangling clothing or accessories (scarves, flowing sleeves, chains, long necklaces, etc.). 

• Long hair must be tied back. 

• No bare skin if exposure to chemicals or tools/machinery is likely. 

• Appropriate PPE is mandatory when operating tools and equipment within the studios. 

• Please consult with the faculty or studio technician to determine the appropriate PPE required for specific machines and studio processes. 
   

Fit tests are required for courses requiring a respirator as noted on your material list. Arrangements will be made on-site. As these are mandatory safety practices, we will follow up directly with students who may have oversighted the above. Individuals may be asked to address any concerns before continuing to work in the studio. Be sure to buy appropriate, good-quality safety articles and equipment, i.e. safety boots, protective eyewear, hearing protection, work gloves, x-acto knives, etc. - Ask your supplier for advice.