the process of building or assembling materials to create a structure

a three-dimensional shape that has height, width, and depth, like a cube or sphere

a structure that stays upright without support from walls or other objects

Responding to organic forms with card, papers and modroc

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 "freestanding" mean in sculpture?

Artists often use {{}} forms to express emotions and ideas inspired by nature.

Why might an artist sketch before building a sculpture?

Artists often look to {{}} for ideas about shapes, textures, and colours.

Put these steps for working with modroc into the correct order:

What does "biomorphic" mean in art and design?

A sculpture must have good {{}} so it doesn’t fall over.

What is the purpose of a “flange” in sculpture building?

Paper mâché is made by layering paper and {{}}.

Which of these is most likely to be used to create organic-looking sculptures?

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