the art of folding paper into different shapes or figures, like animals or objects, without cutting or using glue

a small platform or base that a sculpture stands on, it helps show off the artwork and makes it easier to see

to choose, organise, and display artworks in a thoughtful way, like planning how an exhibition will look and what information goes with each piece

3D Design: displaying a sculpture

Art and design

Pupils will explore sculptural forms, delving into organic and human made forms through 3D art. They will enhance their 3D thinking, source inspiration, and experiment with various materials. Pupils will learn technical techniques, modeling, and construction methods.

Being curious about 3D design

What does a plinth do for a sculpture in a gallery?

{{}} is the art of folding paper into shapes, without using glue or scissors.

Which of these can help enhance a sculpture's appearance in a gallery?

Curators choose and arrange artworks and decide what {{}} is shown with them.

When making origami, artists use which shape of paper?

A colour scheme with vibrant contrasted colours.

Which of these best describes a form in sculpture?

In art, {{}} is the illusion of space and distance on a flat surface.

Match the word to its correct description:

Which material is best for capturing fine detail in a sculpture?

A rough, bumpy or scratchy surface in sculpture is an example of __________ texture.

Make copies of an object in durable materials.

Starter Quiz