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Hanging Gardens of Babylon
Lesson by Lee-Jean Lin

Project Description:
Inspired by examples of ancient bas-relief, this low-relief sculpture project will introduce students to the story of the Hanging Gardens of Babylon and bas-relief. They will create their own version of bas-relief on a tile to mimic ancient artifacts discovered in the garden site.
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Main Supplies:
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Daltile White Tile (4.25" x 4.25”)
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White Model Magic
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Chromacryl or Blick Acrylic Paint – Yellow Oxide or Raw Sienna (1/2 teaspoon)
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Small Kneaded Eraser (size of glass marble)
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Dry Wax Deli Paper
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Toothpicks, pop sticks
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Pencil, paint brush (medium)
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White glue
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Special thanks to Lee-Jean Lin for the wonderful project!
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