Post on 23-Jul-2020
SCULPTURE
Definition
• A three-dimensional artwork that may be
created from various types of materials,
commonly stone (either rock or marble),
metal, glass, wood, ice, clay, etc.
• A person who creates sculptures is called a
sculptor.
Types of Sculpture
• Free-standing Sculpture (Sculpture in
the round)
• Relief Sculpture
• Kinetic Sculpture
• Bust
• Equestrian
Free-Standing (Sculpture in
the Round)
• Sculpture that is surrounded on all
sides, except the base, by space. It
is meant to be viewed from any
angle.
Relief Sculpture
• Sculpture that is still attached to a
background and may only be
viewed from the front.
Kinetic Sculpture
• A sculpture that involves aspects of
physical motion. Often involves a
motor or gears.
Bust
• A representation of a person from
the chest up.
Equestrian
• Typically showing a significant
person on horseback.
Ways to Create Sculptures
• Weld - Steel, metals
• Glass Blowing - Glass
• Mold - Clay, Pottery
• Carve - Wood, Ice, Types of Stone
• Assemble/Build - Various Materials
(Wood, found objects)
Your Assignment• For this assignment, we will be creating
abstract wire sculptures
• You will need:
– Clothes hanger
– Block of wood
– Nylon
– Paint
Marking Scheme
CREATION:
• Sculpture is designed well and interesting from
all angles, back, front, and sides (Balance, Design, Detail)
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• Neatly finished and painted(craftsmanship)
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• Creative, Unique
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• Use of class time and materials/work ethic
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• Meets deadline
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