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3D Design: introduction to the principles of sculpture

3D Design

Unit Summary

This is a teacher led unit which introduces to pupils to the skills within their endorsements. Through a series of workshop activities, students experiment with a range of materials and techniques. They develop a range of studies exploring mark making media, print and mixed media.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to explore and apply the core principles of sculpture to create a maquette.

Key Notes

  • Sculpture is a three-dimensional art form.
  • Principles include form, space, balance, texture, proportion, and movement.
  • Traditional and modern sculpture transform materials into expressive forms.

Vocabulary To Learn

  • sculpture: a three-dimensional art form
  • maquette: a small-scale model used to visualise and test a sculpture before making it.

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • Sculpture must be realistic or life-like to be considered good.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

1. Explain the lesson in two key points.

Sculpture is a three-dimensional art form. Principles include form, space, balance, texture, proportion, and movement.

2. What does this key word mean in this lesson? 'sculpture'

a three-dimensional art form.

3. Correct this common mistake.

Mistake: Sculpture must be realistic or life-like to be considered good. Correction: Sculpture can be abstract or symbolic, focusing on space, balance, and movement rather than realism.

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