1. Choose or sketch a simple nurse portrait showing the upper body in uniform, focusing on expressions that convey empathy and responsibility.
2. Break down the portrait into layers: background, base skin layer, hair, uniform, facial features, and additional details like a stethoscope or badge.
3. Use the pencil and ruler to lightly outline each layer on the colored cardstock according to your sketch.
4. Carefully cut out each layer using scissors or a craft knife on a cutting mat.
5. Begin assembling the portrait starting with the background layer glued to your base paper.
6. Layer the skin tone piece on top, aligning carefully, and glue it down.
7. Add the hair layer over the skin layer, then the uniform layer, each glued precisely.
8. Use the white cardstock to cut out uniform details like collars, buttons, or a nurse’s badge and glue them on.
9. Draw fine facial details (eyes, mouth, nose) and uniform accents with the black pen.
10. For added dimension, use foam tape or dots between some layers, like between the hair and uniform.
11. Let the glue dry completely before displaying your layered nurse portrait.
12. Optionally, frame the finished artwork to protect and enhance its presentation.