Exploring Form and Space in Sculpture
Students will investigate how sculptors manipulate form, mass, and space to create expressive three-dimensional artworks.
Key Questions
- Analyze how a sculpture's form changes when viewed from multiple angles.
- Design a small sculpture that effectively uses both positive and negative space.
- Evaluate the role of scale in the impact of a public sculpture.
MOE Syllabus Outcomes
Suggested Methodologies
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