We created a 3D-printed frame for our Impala bead design. We began by using LEGO bricks to create a prototype design to hold the beads on the paper. We initially pinched the paper between LEGO pieces to provide stability; however, the beads still fell out of their designated holes under external pressure. We realized we needed to create a pillar and structure that would provide more support for the paper to stand upright with enough clearance from the table. When designing our 3D frame, we created 2 rows of horizontal stabilizers with holes that matched the original grid so that the beads could align with the pillars for aesthetic purposes. We also had to ensure the frame dimensions matched the paper we were using so the holes from the original template aligned. We used InkScape, TinkerCAD, and Bambu to slowly but surely put the pieces together in stages! We had trouble uploading our 2D draft to TinkerCAD, but with further research, we were able to upload the objects successfully. We are very excited to continue on with this project!
Kennedy and I first created a 2D collage of two African Bush Elephants and one Lilac-breasted Roller bird. We wanted to make sure to include many animals and thought it would be sweet to have two elephants to represent mother and baby. We also incorporated a baobab tree, as well as some grass, and a bright sun. Layering the images was a challenge, but very fun to figure out where each image should be placed. It definitely was a process, but it is nice to remember that nothing has to stay in one place, so moving around images to see what looks best is welcomed. We had originally started with one elephant, but thought there was empty space, so that is when we decided to add a baby elephant. Then, we added our nature elements to create a nature scene for our animals.
Next, we created a 3D folding collage, which was a new version of our 2D paper collage of our two African Busch Elephants and Lilac-breasted Roller bird. Instead of putting two elephants we chose to use one to highlight the elephant’s figure. We also decided to highlight the bird and baobab tree by making them bigger. It was definitely more of a challenge to create our 3D folding collage because of the folding part, but once we understood that the papers folded like an accordion/a zigzag pattern the process flew by!
So sorry for the delay in posting! We love your designs and creations, and we cannot wait to see what else you will make!
All of the collages and shadow boxes are inspiring! … This is off topic, but I have friend, Sheila Cochran, who is an elementary teacher in Ohio. She asked her students to name five animals from Africa. One little boy responded, “Three elephants and two giraffes.”
