Materials: paper, wood, papier maché, straw

Techniques: Paper folded into hexagon accordion, wooden covers stitched with straw, papier maché nest for cover

Chapter 1: Paper Wasp as Insect
Chapter 2: Paper Wasp as Attacker
Chapter 3: Paper Wasp as Symbol

Wasps are revered for being thrifty, productive, purposeful, methodical, orderly, organized, group workers, and have steady perseverance. These are qualities that I admire but after having a near-death experience with them, I have come to fear them. This project allowed me to embrace their qualities through bookmaking and create a work of art that honors them.