Wire Sculpture - Project #229

Wire Sculpture Project

Time: 2-3 Class Periods
Difficulty: Advanced
Cleanup: Soap & Water

Materials:

Wire in gauges 16, 18 and 20

Pliers or Jewelry Wire Tools

Wire Cutters

Extra-Strength Glue

Craft Drill

Wooden Plaques

Acrylic Paint

Paint Brushes

Use parawire to make your own sculpture. This project also has an instructional video available!

Step 1
Use extra-heavy, 16-gauge wire to create the front and side profiles for your sculpture. You can use a variety of lengths of wire and wire tools for any step as needed. Drill holes in a painted wooden plaque and glue the wire into the holes.
Step 2
Use medium-weight 18-gauge wire to add fins, an eye and start to shape the body.
Step 3
Use light-weight 20-gauge wire to add additional details to the body and fins. If desired, add some leaves and details to the bottom of the sculpture.