The ultimate collection of sustainable 3D art projects for the primary classroom.

Learn how to teach children to create everything from rainforest scenes to robots with these innovative, easy-to-follow ideas from 3D art expert Darrell Wakelam. These low-cost projects use readily available materials to create exciting models, masks and sculptures which will inspire children and enhance your art and design lessons.

Each of the 50 projects in Art Shaped features:
- simple core techniques to transform cardboard into incredible artwork;
- full-colour photographs and clear step-by-step instructions;
- ideas for differentiation for all ages and abilities;
- detailed suggestions for links to other subject areas across the curriculum.

This book enables you to develop children’s techniques and skills through high-quality, eco-friendly art projects while encouraging them to be creative, use their imagination, and most importantly, have fun.

'What Darrell Wakelam doesn't know about art and 3D sculptures isn't really worth knowing! A must-have.' Dena Mulligan, EYFS/Key Stage 1 Lead

50 creative ways to engage learners of all ages, and encourage them to use their hands, minds and imaginations. Joyful images and informative text all open a magical door to exciting processes and outcomes. It's a winner. -- Susan M Coles * Visual Arts Education Activist and Champion, Vice President of InSEA (International Society for Education through Art), @theartcriminal *
What Darrell Wakelam doesn't know about art and 3D sculptures isn't really worth knowing! We are always looking for new, inspiring and innovative ideas for lessons and these are spot on. His detail and tips for how to achieve the best possible outcomes makes our art look like we are professionals! A must-have for any budding artist, teacher or art department. -- Dena Mulligan * EYFS/Key Stage 1 Lead *
This is such a fantastic book, and unlike any art I have ever come across before... I highly recommend this book to both teachers, parents and children of all ages who want to reignite their creative spark without lots of expensive materials and complicated instructions! * The School Librarian *
I cannot stress how useful this book will be for primary-aged children and their parents. Aimed at educators, the book is useful for any school-aged children from reception to high school as it’s full of interesting and easy-to-follow ideas that support many subjects within the curriculum. * Yeah Lifestyle *

Darrell Wakelam is an artist, teacher and trainer. For over 30 years, Darrell has provided art workshops and training sessions for hundreds of different organisations including many primary and secondary schools, arts providers, and charities such as the World Wildlife Fund, the National Trust and the Natural History Museum. Since March 2020, Darrell has been creating and sharing easy at-home art projects using simple household items, which have gained interest from teachers and parents across the UK and internationally. Follow Darrell on Twitter @DarrellWakelam and visit www.darrellwakelam.com.