Advancing modelling: shaping with clay

Art and design

Deepening the understanding of the principles of 3D sculpture

Exploring assembling: creating sculptures from multiple parts

Carving techniques: from concept to finished sculpture

Thematic development: crafting expressive and cohesive sculptures

Casting methods: reproducing and enhancing sculptures

Mixed media sculptures: combining diverse materials and techniques

This teacher-led unit deepens pupils' skills within endorsements. Through short workshop activities, pupils further explore a range of materials and techniques. They develop studies focused on the elements and principles of art in practice.

Foundation workshops: developing skills

Gradually building up a form by adding pieces of material

What does the word “additive process” mean in sculpture?

True or false? Clay can crack if it dries too quickly.

Why do artists sometimes use an armature inside clay sculptures?

What is slip used for when working with clay?

Which of these could show gesture in a sculpture?

True or false? Only realistic figures can show movement in sculpture.

Advancing modelling: shaping with clay

Lesson outcome