9 Sculpture

Sculpture

Subject Length: 1 semester

Subject Fee: $35  (Cost subject to change)

Within the subject area of Sculpture, students will explore and develop hand-building techniques and processes by using a range of mixed medium materials such as clay, mod rock, modelling wire, and paper clay. Students will create and hand sculpt unique 3-dimensional forms, implementing various mixed medium materials.

What is studied?

• Students will develop their creative skills by carving, modelling and welding a variety of mixed medium materials

• Application of glazes and varnishes will be applied to add appeal to a finished sculpture

• Student’s will develop how to successfully display sculptures within an exhibition space

• The design process will be applied in the development of final folios and sculptural outcomes

• Students will develop their analytical skills, and Art language through exploration and investigation of other artists’/sculptors work.

• Students will have the opportunity to develop their skills using the wheel, and the kiln.

What type of work is done?

Within this subject student learning is developed and assessed through:

• Workshops and demonstrations to expand individual knowledge

• An excursion to Bendigo Pottery

• A Folio of ideas and final Sculptural outcomes

• Annotation of thumbnail sketches, ideas and inspiration of other artists,

• Use of mixed medium materials

• Artwork analysis

Additional Information

Future Pathways: Completion of Year 9 Sculpture will allow students to proceed to VCE Unit 1-4 and related VET applied certificate.