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Me, myself and others: clay sculpture

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Why this why now

Pupils at this stage will be developing a greater sense of self and an awareness of the network of the people in their lives that are important to them. This conceptual unit develops visual communication skills, and pupils find out how other artists and designers have described human relationships.

Prior knowledge requirements

  • Appropriate ability to contribute to discussions
  • Prior experience of responding to artists work visually & orally
  • Ability to form & articulate personal opinions appropriately
  • Experience of making marks to express feelings
  • Prior experience of using digital software to draw
  • Prior experience of manipulating sculptural materials to intentions

Threads

Why this why now

Pupils at this stage will be developing a greater sense of self and an awareness of the network of the people in their lives that are important to them. This conceptual unit develops visual communication skills, and pupils find out how other artists and designers have described human relationships.

Prior knowledge requirements

  • Appropriate ability to contribute to discussions
  • Prior experience of responding to artists work visually & orally
  • Ability to form & articulate personal opinions appropriately
  • Experience of making marks to express feelings
  • Prior experience of using digital software to draw
  • Prior experience of manipulating sculptural materials to intentions

Me, myself and others: clay sculpture

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.