a small-scale model used to visualise and test a sculpture before making it.

3D Design: introduction to the principles of sculpture

Art and design

3D design: an introduction to the areas of study

3D Design: form, structure and surface texture

3D Design: found materials

3D Design: clay construction techniques

3D Design: clay surface techniques

3D Design: plaster casting

3D Design: building with cardboard

3D design: the influence of sources on your investigations

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.

Foundation workshops: an introduction to the areas of study

Which of these materials can be used to make a sculpture?

Carve or chip away at hard materials like stone or wood

Which of these sculptures would be considered freestanding?

3D Design: introduction to the principles of sculpture

Lesson outcome