1. Introduction to Sculpture
Form Unit
Introduction to Sculpture

2. Inquiry Questions What is form? Sculpture?
What are the basic techniques of sculpture?
How do we use form to express an idea, thought, feeling, social issue?
What is considered “good” and “not so good” in form based art?
How can we create our own sculptures on our own and with others?
How do we critique our own work and the work of others?

3. Key Ideas Sculpture is 3 dimensional
Sculpture and form art involve many different materials and techniques
Some aspects of sculpture are highly complicated and technical while others are simple
Sculpture can be stationary or have movement
Sculpture can be ornamental or functional
Sculpture can be traditional or abstract
Sculpture is expressive of thoughts, ideas, and feelings

4. Unit Lessons at a Glance
Paper Arts – Traditional and Modular Origami
Metal Works – Wire Sculpture
Clay – Landscape Relief Sculpture
Paper Mache – Symbolic Collage or Natural Form
Guest Speaker – Bernie Surette – Master Wood Carver
Unconventional Materials – Group Human Form
Found Sculpture

5. Basic Terms
Revisiting the Elements of Art and Design – handout - Shape vs. Form
See handout – Form Glossary
PPT – Sculpture
See handouts – About Sculpture in Western Art and 4 Basic Sculpture Techniques