Bring the classic art of modeling sculpture into your home or classroom with Sculpture Technique: Model. Designed for upper-elementary and high school students, this unique curriculum introduces the timeless process of creating three-dimensional art by shaping and manipulating soft materials. It's the perfect companion to Sculpture Technique: Construct, focusing on a different but equally fundamental method of sculptural creation.
This book provides a complete, self-contained course that guides students through a series of engaging projects using accessible modeling materials such as oil clay, paper pulp clay, and plaster. Students will learn to see and think in three dimensions as they explore fundamental concepts of form, mass, and texture. Each lesson builds upon the last, providing a solid foundation in both technique and artistic understanding.
Written in a conversational, student-friendly tone, Sculpture Technique: Model empowers young artists to work independently. The clear, step-by-step instructions and full-color illustrations make complex techniques easy to follow, allowing students to focus on their own creativity. The curriculum also encourages students to create original works of art based on their personal interests and experiences, and includes a self-evaluation section to help them grow as artists.
Sculpture Technique: Model is an ideal resource for homeschoolers, art students, or anyone who wants to discover the joy of sculpting with their hands. It's more than a book; it's a mentor that will inspire and equip the next generation of sculptors.
Key Features:
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Modeling Focus: Concentrates on shaping and manipulating soft materials like clay and plaster.
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Student-Led Learning: Written directly to the student, fostering independence and artistic confidence.
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Integrated Education: Combines practical techniques with core elements of sculpture like form and mass.
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Inspiring Projects: Encourages original artwork relevant to the student's own life and interests.
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Richly Illustrated: Features full-color photographs of both student work and contemporary sculptures for inspiration and clear illustrations for project execution.
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Ideal for Homeschool: A complete, self-contained curriculum for a full year of sculpture study.