Join our third quarter of 2026 artist in residence Jimi Benedict to construct a finished three-dimensional cardboard owl. In this course, students will learn how to assemble sculptures through working with this unconventional medium. As Jimi puts it, "[ I always wanted to simply be free to create…]. Cardboard is familiar, unglamorous, and a little absurd, which is why it feels right. Making sculpture from it feels like an expression of that freedom". Students will be provided with a pre-cut kit of 100 cardboard pieces. The instructor will then guide the students step by step through the process of building the owl in sections. Students will learn how to layer the different parts together to create a finished three-dimensional form. Class objectives include building confidence with sculptural assembly, strengthening spatial and fine motor skills, and understanding how artwork can be created through a clear sequence of simple steps. Students will leave with a completed owl and a deeper appreciation for construction-based art. The instructor will provide all supplies needed to successfully finish the project.