1. Alexander Calder

5. He was very talented but mainly known for his mobiles and stabiles.

6. STABILES an abstract sculpture or construction similar in appearance to a mobile but made to be stationary

7. One of Calder’s sculptures was destroyed in the attack on 9-11-01.
About 50% of it was found.
One of Calder’s sculptures was destroyed in the attack on

8. Materials: 3 Styrofoam cups, xacto knives, cutting boards
Your Assignment
Create an abstract sculpture using a functional object that is then recreated to show an increased emphasis on negative space, linear movement, balance, unity/variety and line.
Sculpture must be freestanding and measure at least 8”x6”.
Remember to title your work and make it interesting from all sides.
Materials: 3 Styrofoam cups, xacto knives, cutting boards

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