a frame or skeleton inside a sculpture that helps it stay up

Creating an armature figure

Art and design

This unit examines the pupils’ sense of self and explores their relationships with others. They will make clay figures, small drawings and prints as well as collecting photos. They will design and make sculptures from a wire armature and masking tape, before combining their elements.

Me, myself and others: clay sculpture

Physical activity and equipment requiring safe use

Use of equipment that may require supervision for safety, e.g. scissors in KS1, needles, paint, knives, cooking.

What is an armature when making a sculpture?

Put these steps in the right order to create an armature for a figure:

Match the part of the armature to what it does:

When creating a design for a symbol, it is important to keep the design ...

Design your symbol using simple shapes and bold lines.

Put these steps in the correct order to design a symbol that represents you.

Content guidance

Risk assessment required - equipment

Adult supervision required

Starter Quiz