Seed Bank Art Project: Stages of Butterfly Development

I'm teaching two after-school art classes for my Seed Bank Project.

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This program combines fine art, craftwork and applied art with environmental studies Projects are inspired by materials, shapes and palettes found in nature. Children learn artistic skills in a fun, cooperative atmosphere that helps build confidence in individual creativity. Each child will build an art portfolio and the class will culminate with a group project.

The photo is of an origami mobile representing the four stages of a butterfly's development; eggs (attached to leaves), larva, pupa and butterfly. Origami paper can seem a bit pricey ($6.99-$9.99), but they come in packs of 200. I used a dowel covered with green tissue paper to hold the pieces. You also can use disposable chopsticks to lower supply costs.