Deepening the understanding of the principles of 3D sculpture
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can analyse how space, proportion and technique affect sculpture, and apply this to my own creative making.
Key learning points
- 3D sculpture is not just about outer shape but how it occupies space and how negative space contributes to its impact
- Realistic or abstract, understanding proportions relating and scale of the piece is essential for coherence and impact.
- Deepening knowledge of techniques allows for more effective expression and creativity.
Keywords
Negative space - the empty space around and within a sculpture, that shapes its impact
Proportion - how individual parts of a sculpture relate in size to each other and the whole
Technique - the practical method used e.g. carving, modelling, assembling, casting
Common misconception
Sculpture is only about the outside shape.
Sculpture also uses negative space, scale and proportion to create meaning and viewer impact.
Teacher tip
Model exploration rather than finished outcomes. Give short demonstations and allow pupils to problem solve, take risks, and refine their ideas through independant making.
Equipment
Cardboard, wire, clay, plaster, glue guns, craft knives, armatures, sketchbooks, pencils.
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.In textiles, what does mixed media refer to combining?
Q2.What is a repeated image called in textiles?
Q3.Complete the sentence: Sketching helps ideas before beginning to make other mixed-media pieces.
Q4.Which artist blends personal stories, punk culture and feminist themes through detailed hand-stitched pieces?
Q5.What is the technique called that uses needle and thread to create stitched designs.
Q6.What does artist Faig Ahmed reinterpret using digital distortion and textile manipulation?
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