Wednesday, January 16, 2019

STEAM - Trash to Treasure




Last time at...
STEAM


We created a 
GEODESIC DOME
out of recycled newspaper

                   




Build a house of paper  How to build a Geodesic Dome


1. Our dome requires 25 newspaper logs.  To roll each log, first unfold and stack 4 sheets of newspaper.  Set the pencil in one corner and roll up the sheets on the diagonal.  Us the pencil only as a guide to help you roll evenly; don’t roll the paper tightly around the pencil… When you’ve finished rolling a couple turns, sip the pencil out of the log, continue rolling, tape the log shut, then start the next one. 

2. Make 5 triangles, each with 3 logs stapled together at the corners.

3. Staple the 5 triangles together at their bottom corners.  Add 5 connecting logs across the top as shown.

4. Pick up the strip of triangles and staple the ends together so that it forms a standing pentagonal structure.  Staple together the 5 remaining logs to form a star.

5. Staple the free ends of the star to the junctions of the triangles on the base.

Join us next time for Family Style STEAM "Take Flight" Monday, January 21st.

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Tuesday, January 15, 2019

STEAM - Monochromatic Art


Last time at 
STEAM...

Monochromatic Self Portraits

Monochromatic color schemes are derived from a single base hue and extended using its shades, tones and tints. Tints are achieved by adding white and shades and tones are achieved by adding a darker color, grey or black. Monchrome describes paintings, drawings, design, or photographs in one color or values of one color. A monochromatic object or image reflects colors in shades of limited colors or hues.


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Supplies needed:  paper four shades of the same color, paintbrush, water, mirror, apron, and paper towel.

1.  Gather your supplies.  Mix the color in a small cup.  You should have:  main color, color with white, color with black, and color with black and white.
2.  Position mirror so you are able to see your face, while doing a 3/4 turn.  Place your paper in a comfortable position so you are able to draw.
3.  Use the maker to draw your face, hair, features, and background design.
4.  Start to color in your portrait with the paint provided, be sure to leave white in the eyes.  Keep in mind the light and dark contrasts to shade your portrait.  Color in entire portrait and adjust your shading accordingly.
5.  You can also create a second and third portrait, known as a triptych.  You may make the same expression or do three different expressions.
6.  Enjoy your creation and thank you for creating art with us today!








 Our presenter and special guest was Cynthia Shababy from our Rakow Branch.