Plan for an assemblage sculpture
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can plan and gather personal objects for an assemblage sculpture.
Key learning points
- Assemblage sculptures are made from items which have been found, gathered and arranged by an artist.
- Artists might use meaningful objects within their assemblage sculpture which represent their self-identity.
- By making intentional choices, the artist can share a message about their self-identity effectively with the viewer.
Keywords
Assemblage - an art form that involves creating a composition by combining objects into a unified artwork
Sculpture - a three-dimensional art form created by shaping or combining materials
Self-identity - how a person sees and understands who they are
Common misconception
Assemblage sculptures are carved or moulded.
Remind children that an assemblage sculpture is not usually carved or moulded, but parts are assembled using glue, tape, wire or thread.
Teacher tip
For this lesson, children will need to make a list of objects to bring in from home ready for the following lesson. It may be helpful to use sticky notes for Task B rather than sketchbooks.
Equipment
Sticky notes or small pieces of paper, pencils, sketchbooks.
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is an art box?
Q2.A base coat is applied to create an even and smooth background adding details over the top.
Q3.Match the terms to their definitions.
objects that have special meaning to the artist
a type of sculptural artwork combining various objects
how a person sees and understands who they are
Q4.Why might artists use personal materials in their artwork?
Q5.Artists can use to display their artwork besides frames and plinths.
Q6.What should an artist consider when choosing the objects for their art box?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is an assemblage sculpture?
Q2.An art box can also be described as an sculpture.
Q3.Match the terms to their definitions.
how a person understands who they are
items collected from everyday life
the first layer of paint application
Q4.Why do artists use found or everyday objects in assemblage sculptures?
Q5.Artists might plan and gather objects to create a sculpture that represents their ...
Q6.What should an artist consider when selecting materials for their assemblage sculpture?
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The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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The assessment exit quiz will test your pupils' understanding of the key learning points.
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