SCULPTURE
Definition
• A three-dimensional artwork that may be
created from various types of materials,
commonly stone (either rock or marble),
metal, glass, wood, ice, clay, etc.
• A person who creates sculptures is called a
sculptor.
What is Clay?
• Clay is made from very fine particles of dirt which
press on each other and stick together. It is
squishy when it is wet, so it is easy to form into any
shape. It dries hard when exposed to the air for
longer periods of time since water evaporates out.
• If a clay sculpture is put in a special oven (called a
kiln) and heated at very high temperatures, it will
permanently harden. This is called firing. Often
times, dishes, plates, cups, etc. are made from
fired clay. People have used clay since the
Prehistoric times.
Plasticine
• Invented in England
over 100 years ago
• The clay that never
dries out
• Oil-based
• Fine-details
Types of Sculpture
• Free-standing Sculpture (Sculpture in
the round)
• Relief Sculpture
• Kinetic Sculpture
• Bust
• Equestrian
Free-Standing (Sculpture in
the Round)
• Sculpture that is surrounded on all
sides, except the base, by space. It
is meant to be viewed from any
angle.
Relief Sculpture
• Sculpture that is still attached to a
background and may only be
viewed from the front.
Kinetic Sculpture
• A sculpture that involves aspects of
physical motion. Often involves a
motor or gears.
Bust
• A representation of a person from
the chest up.
Equestrian
• Typically showing a significant
person on horseback.
Ways to Create Sculptures
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Weld - Steel, metals
Glass Blowing - Glass
Mold - Clay, Pottery
Carve - Wood, Ice, Types of Stone
Assemble/Build - Various Materials
(Wood, found objects)
Your Assignment
• For this assignment, we will be creating a
CARTOON HEAD
• You must follow my instructions or your
creation may turn into a big mess.
• Try your best and remember, even
though this is fun, it is still a studio
assignment so I expect you to take your
work seriously and show mature work
ethic.
Marking Scheme
CREATION:
• Sculpture is designed well and interesting from
all angles, back, front, and sides (Balance, Design, Detail)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
• Neatly finished (craftsmanship)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
• Creative, Unique
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
• Use of class time and materials/work ethic
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
COMMUNICATION: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
TOTAL:
/50