Fleisher Art Memorial | Paper Mache Sculpture

Paper Mache Sculpture

Adult Summer Class | Registration opens Monday, May 4, 2026 8:00 AM EDT

Level: All levels welcome. Profesor habla Espanol.

Date: 6/17/2026-7/22/2026

Time: 5:30 PM-8:30 PM EDT on Wed

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Tuition $225.00

Member Tuition $205.00

Studio Fee: $30.00

Paper Mache Sculpture

Adult Summer Class | Registration opens Monday, May 4, 2026 8:00 AM EDT

Program Description

Join us for this class, in which we will dive into the art of paper mache. Students will learn the cartapesta technique and work on creating a medium-sized animal sculpture.

What you will learn:
1. Design an animal
2. Achieve a paper mache covered volume
3. Use acrylic colors and brushes to give a finish

Special Notes

This is an in-person class. Please review our Safety Policies and Community Guidelines.

To make our classes and workshops accessible to everyone, Fleisher offers tuition assistance every term so that everyone can join our creative community. Tuition assistance applications can be completed once registration is open by clicking here.

Required Supplies

Some materials will be provided. Students should be prepared to bring the following tools and materials for use in creating their own work. The instructor will share specifics as well as tips for which brands work best in class on the first day.

• Pliers with wire cutters
• Wire
• Masking tape
• Sandpaper
• Paint and gesso as needed

Instructor

Mauricio Perez

Mauricio studied art at the Universidad Nacional de Colombia. He has been highly influenced by the Mexican Surrealism movement and uses this point of reference to create large Papier-mâché sculptures that commingle craft skills with academics art practices. With 20 years of experience of working in this medium, he currently teaches various Papier-mâché workshop throughout the Philadelphia and New York City areas and participates in local craft fairs in both regions.