Sculpture PDF
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This document provides an overview of different types of sculptures, including techniques, such as carving, casting, and molding. It also describes various forms of sculptures, like free-standing, relief, kinetic, and fountains. The document explores concepts like statues, busts, and equestrian statues.
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Sculpture Sculpture ◼ A three-dimensional artwork created by shaping or combining hard materials - typically stone - or marble, metal, glass, or wood. Softer ("plastic") materials can also be used, such as clay, textiles, plastics, polymers and softer metals...
Sculpture Sculpture ◼ A three-dimensional artwork created by shaping or combining hard materials - typically stone - or marble, metal, glass, or wood. Softer ("plastic") materials can also be used, such as clay, textiles, plastics, polymers and softer metals. Statue ◼ Representationalist sculpture depicting a specific entity, usually a person, event, animal or object. Techniques ◼ Carving An ancient activity where pieces of rough natural stones or wood are shaped by the controlled removal of stone/wood. Casting /Molding ◼ May be used to form hot liquid metals or various materials that cold set after mixing of components (such as epoxies, concrete, plaster and clay). Welding ◼ Through assembly Types of sculpture ◼ Free-standing sculpture = Surrounded on all sides, except the base, by space. It is also known as sculpture "in the round", and is meant to be viewed from any angle. Relief ◼ Attached to a background Kinetic sculpture ◼Involves aspects of physical motion Fountain ◼Is designed with moving water. Bust ◼ Representation of a person from the chest up. Equestrian statue Typically showing a significant person on horseback Jewellery/Jewelry ◼ A form of personal adornment, manifesting itself as necklaces, rings, earrings and bracelets. ◼ May be made from any material, usually gemstones, precious metals or shells.
