If you are currently enrolled in Sculpture 1 this is where you will find details on class assignments. Remember that assignment deadlines are always posted to the Google Calendar Tab.
Assignments Sheets are posted here along with the description for each unit.
Assignments Sheets are posted here along with the description for each unit.
Week of May 15-19, 2017Monday 5/15
Students will continue adding papier mache to the exterior of the armature. They will be adding the "skin" over the muscles. When the first layer is complete, students will reflect on the sculpture they created and make any revisions to the work before the next layer of papier mache is added. When students are ready for the 2nd layer, they will use an additional layer of newspaper, followed by a third layer of brown paper. Wednesday 5/17 Students will continue adding papier mache to the exterior of the armature. They will be adding the "skin" over the muscles. Everyone should be adding a second layer of papier mache today, which is a thicker, brown paper. Friday 5/19 Students will begin adding surface embellishments to the outside of their figures. They may paint, collage, used mixed media, add cloth, etc. to the exterior of their figure. Students will also select a wood base to support their figure. Week of May 8-12, 2017Tuesday 5/8
Continue building the "muscles" of the figure with newspaper, aluminum foil, and tape. When the form of the sculpture is evident, begin adding papier mache to the exterior of the sculpture. The papier mache should be carefully added to smooth out the rough areas of the sculpture and add any additional features. Thursday 5/10 Students will begin adding papier mache to the exterior of the armature. They will be adding the "skin" over the muscles. When the first layer is complete, students will reflect on the sculpture they created and make any revisions to the work before the next layer of papier mache is added. When students are ready for the 2nd layer, they will use an additional layer of newspaper, followed by a third layer of brown paper. Week of May 1-5, 2017Monday 5/1
Students will learn to build the armature of the human body sculpture. Create an armature of a human body in motion using aluminum wire and demonstrating proper proportion. Wednesday 5/3 Review creating the armature of the human body sculpture with aluminum wire. Create an armature of a human body in motion using aluminum wire and demonstrating proper proportion. Friday 5/5 Complete any work on the armature. With a complete armature, begin building the "muscles" of the figure with newspaper, aluminum foil, and tape. The form of the body should be evident by the end of class. Week of April 24-28, 2017Monday 4/24
Students will complete an art history assignment on the human figure in sculpture on Google classroom. Review gesture drawing. Create 6 thumbnails of the human body in motion from a model or photograph references. Create a final drawing of the pose you will use in your sculpture. Understand how to begin building the armature of the human body sculpture. Shortened classes today due to testing Wednesday 4/26 Create 6 thumbnails of the human body in motion from a model or photograph references. Create a final drawing of the pose you will use in your sculpture. Understand how to begin building the armature of the human body sculpture. Shortened classes today due to testing Unit Two: Papier Mache Human Body StudyStudents will create an 12 inch high papier mâche sculpture that represents a full figure or part of the human body. In this project students will create a sculpture that demonstrates understanding of form, space, balance, proportion, and movement. They will also learn to use wire to create an armature, use newspaper to build up the form of the body, and use papier mache to finish the surface of the body.
Week of April 17-21, 2017Tuesday 4/17
Students will continue sculpting the face of their clay bust today. First, students should complete any remaining eye sculpting. Next, students should work on sculpting the nose and lips of the sculpture, first using the additive method, then using the subtractive method to form the features. The final large feature to add will be the ears. Students should form the ears as separate pieces, attach them to the side of the head, and form them using sculpting tools. Before adding hair to the sculpture, students will need to hollow out the head by removing it from the armature and using the loop or ribbon tools to remove clay from the interior of the form. Thursday 4/19 Students will complete sculpting the face of their clay bust today. Before adding hair to the sculpture, students will need to hollow out the head by removing it from the armature and using the loop or ribbon tools to remove clay from the interior of the form. Week of April 3-7, 2017Monday 4/3 - Friday 4/7
Students will continue sculpting the face of their clay bust today. First, students should complete any remaining eye sculpting. Next, students should work on sculpting the nose and lips of the sculpture, first using the additive method, then using the subtractive method to form the features. The final large feature to add will be the ears. Students should form the ears as separate pieces, attach them to the side of the head, and form them using sculpting tools. Before adding hair to the sculpture, students will need to hollow out the head by removing it from the armature and using the loop or ribbon tools to remove clay from the interior of the form. Week of March 27-31,2017Tuesday 3/28
Students will continue sculpting the face of their clay bust today. First, students should complete the basic form of the bust. Next, students should work on sculpting the eyes of the sculpture, first using the additive method, then using the subtractive method to form the features. Thursday 3/30 Students will continue sculpting the face of their clay bust today. First, students should complete any remaining eye sculpting. Next, students should work on sculpting the nose and lips of the sculpture, first using the additive method, then using the subtractive method to form the features. The final large feature to add will be the ears. Students should form the ears as separate pieces, attach them to the side of the head, and form them using sculpting tools. Week of March 20-24, 2017Monday 3/20
Students will glaze their coil built vessels in class today. With a number of color choices, students will select a glaze combination that successfully enhances their work and emphasizes the texture of the piece. Students will be allowed to use a variety of glaze techniques, including painting, sponging, dipping, and pouring. Wednesday 3/22 Students will glaze their coil built vessels in class today. With a number of color choices, students will select a glaze combination that successfully enhances their work and emphasizes the texture of the piece. Students will be allowed to use a variety of glaze techniques, including painting, sponging, dipping, and pouring. Friday 3/24 Students will continue sculpting the face of their clay bust today. First, students should complete the basic form of the bust. Next, students should work on sculpting the eyes of the sculpture, first using the additive method, then using the subtractive method to form the features. Week of March 13-17, 2017Tuesday 3/14
The clay bust project will be introduced today. We will view a presentation on clay busts for inspiration. Students will select a human or animal as inspiration for the work and create 6-8 thumbnail sketches. When thumbnails are complete, students will create 2 full page, detailed drawings of their selected subject. One drawing will be a front view and one drawing will be a side view of the proposed sculpture. With a complete and approved sketch, students should view the videos on sculpting a clay bust. Thursday 3/16 Students will view a short demo on the beginning processes of creating a clay bust. The focus of today's class will be building the shoulders and neck of the sculpture. It is essential to have a solid base for the head of the sculpture, and students will be expected to have the shoulders and neck completed by the end of class. Unit Four: Clay BustAssignment Description:
Create a 6-8 inch high clay bust illustrating a stylized sculpture of a famous person, yourself, or someone you know. Try to choose someone who has distinctive features. Use additive and subtractive clay techniques to build the bust. Week of March 6-10, 2017Tuesday 3/7
Students will continue to hand build their symmetrical vessel today in class. The vessel must be built with coils and use the slip and score method to attach clay. The ceramic form must have at least 1 outward and inward curve, display symmetry, and be 8" - 10" tall. The basic from should be complete today and students should begin on the concept portion of their work. Works must be completed by the end of class Wednesday. Thursday 3/9 Last Day to Work on Ceramic Vessel in Class! Students will complete their symmetrical vessel today in class. The vessel must be built with coils and use the slip and score method to attach clay. The ceramic form must have at least 1 outward and inward curve, display symmetry, and be 8" - 10" tall. The entire from should be complete today, including the concept portion of their work. Week of February 27 - March 3, 2017Monday 2/27
Students will continue to handbuild their symmetrical vessel today in class. The vessel must be built with coils and use the slip and score method to attach clay. The ceramic form must have at least 1 outward and inward curve, display symmetry, and be 8" - 10" tall. Wednesday 3/1 Shortened classes for Work Keys Testing Students will continue to handbuild their symmetrical vessel today in class. The vessel must be built with coils and use the slip and score method to attach clay. The ceramic form must have at least 1 outward and inward curve, display symmetry, and be 8" - 10" tall. Friday 3/3 Students will continue to handbuild their symmetrical vessel today in class. The vessel must be built with coils and use the slip and score method to attach clay. The ceramic form must have at least 1 outward and inward curve, display symmetry, and be 8" - 10" tall. Week of February 20-24, 2017Monday 2/20
Students will view a demo on how to properly use the extruder. They will extrude coils and use their templates to help them handbuild a symmetrical ceramic vessel. Wednesday 2/22 Students will continue to handbuild their symmetrical vessel today in class. The vessel must be built with coils and use the slip and score method to attach clay. The ceramic form must have at least 1 outward and inward curve, display symmetry, and be 8" - 10" tall. Week of February 13-17, 2017Tuesday 2/14
Students will take notes on clay vocabulary and processes. They will then complete 6 thumbnail sketches for the abstract coil vessel project. The vessel must be symmetrical, demonstrate a minimum of one inward and one outward curve, and may include a handle(s) and lid. Upon completion of the form, students may add texture to the surface through additive techniques or piercing. When students have completed their sketches they will begin planning their symmetrical designs on a separate piece of paper. Once the design is completed they will transfer their design onto a piece of wood to create a template. Thursday 2/16 Students will complete their thumbnail sketches and plan drawings in class. Mr. Lamp will demonstrate how to properly transfer their vessel design on to a piece of wood. These designs will be cut out and used as templates for the vessels. Students will also roll out a slab for their vessel. Unit Two: Clay VesselCreate an 8-10 inch high clay vessel that is symmetrical and built using a template created before the hand building process. The vessel must demonstrate a minimum of one inward and one outward curve, and may include a handle(s) and lid. Upon completion of the form, students may add texture to the surface through additive techniques or piercing.
Mr. Lamp Ceramic Vessel Pinterest Board Week of February 6-10, 2017Monday 2/6
Students will continue creating the assemblage sculpture using learned techniques. Understand that constant reflection is necessary when creating art. Examine our decisions to this point in the sculpture and make necessary changes to preliminary plans if necessary. Wednesday 2/8 Students will complete the assemblage sculpture during the first half of class. They will then photograph their sculptures and paste the image on to the "Assemblage Sculpture Summative Document." They will also write and submit artist statements on the "Assemblage Sculpture Summative Document" on Google Classroom. Assemblage Sculptures due on Friday, February 10 Friday 2/10 Assemblage Sculptures and Artist Statements Due Today. Assemblage Sculpture Critique Day. Students will engage in the critique process for the assemblage sculpture. They will present their work, meaning, procedure, and materials to the class today. Students will also critique fellow classmate's sculptures in regards to composition, craftsmanship, and content. After critique, Mr. Lamp will introduce the next unit on symmetrical coil building. Students may choose to refine their assemblage sculptures or work on researching and developing sketches for the vessel project. Week of January 30 - February 3, 2017Tuesday 1/31
Complete assemblage sculpture planning and sketches, and discuss decisions with Mr. Lamp. Understand the procedures for building the sculpture. Begin creating the assemblage sculpture from found/recycled/junk materials. All students must have assemblage material in class today. Assemblage planning work is due during class. Thursday 2/2 Students will continue creating the assemblage sculpture using learned techniques. Understand that constant reflection is necessary when creating art. Examine our decisions to this point in the sculpture and make necessary changes to preliminary plans if necessary. Week of January 23-27, 2017Wednesday 1/25
Students will learn about projects, expectations, and procedures for Sculpture class. They will also learn about the Visual Art Department website and how it will be used during the semester. We will discuss the first project of the semester, assemblage sculpture, and view works done by professional assemblage artists. Students will break into groups and create assemblage sculptures with materials found in the room. At the end of class we will engage in a "mini critique." Friday 1/27 Students will review the art elements and principals and understand how they relate to sculpture. They will then complete an activity on Google Drive on "Assemblage Sculptors." Understand the process for beginning the assemblage sculpture and begin thumbnail sketches for sculpture. Students that complete the brainstorm portion of the sculpture may begin to assemble their work. Brainstorm the following: 1. What is the message, meaning, narrative, or theme of my work? 2. What objects will I use to create my sculpture? 3. Do I need to fabricate anything for my sculpture? (box, frame, base, support system, etc.) 4. Create 3 sketches and plans for combining the images into a single sculpture. Unit 1: Assemblage Sculpture
Unit Description: Assemblage Sculpture
You will create a 1-2 foot high/wide assemblage sculpture using found/recycled or junk objects. Develop a concept for your sculpture that reveals something about yourself that the class might not know. Using found and re-purposed objects, students will gain experience with composition and communication using objects that already exist. Week of January 16-20, 2017Monday 1/16
Students will complete their human body sculpture in class today. They will add surface embellishments through paint, fabric, or other materials. If the sculptures require a base or support, one will be added during class today. Wednesday 1/18 A2 Sculpture 1 Final Exam |
Assessment in This Class
As always the artwork you create and the way you present it will influence the grades you receive in this class. We are in our second year as a district using Standards Based Grading. With each unit you will see a highly detailed form that describes the assignment and shows what Reportable Standards and Priority Standards are being covered in the unit. As we've done in the past you will participate in the critique process, which involves presenting your finished artwork and evaluating it in verbal and written form.
Getting StartedWe will be setting up our online and in class room learning environment in the first days of class. You will want to bookmark the following:
Supplies For daily class you need your laptop and you also will need a sketchbook and number two pencil. The Sketchbook should have at least 50 pages and be book or spiral bound. 8.5" x 11" or 9" x 12" is a perfect size. Writing an Artist StatementStudents will be required to submit an artist statement that follows the "ITS CLEAR" method for all art work.
Click here to view the ITS CLEAR PowerPoint Click here for an artist statement writing template Art Elements and Principles of Design |
