Project Four: Self Portrait

Project Four:  Self Portrait

Description:

Design a form that represents yourself.  This form can be a literal representation of you or just an object that reflects a part of you. The form should be at least 5 inches

For this project we will learn about modeling a solid clay form and then making a two-piece mold.  Two-piece molds can be handy to make a basic consistent form to which you can later add embellishments and additions.  Your finished form should be embellished in some way and not just the form that came out of the mold.  You can use clay or other materials to do this, but the main form should be clay from your mold.

The finished piece should be a visually compelling composition that utilizes the elements and principles of design, and there should be some thought to the finish, i.e.-color, texture, cold finish, slip decoration.  It should also be displayed appropriately, using skills we have discussed in class. 

When making molds there can be NO UNDERCUTS!!!!!!!  I will explain this, but you must remember!! NO UNDERCUTS! 

Drawings:

Make a collage of images that are important to you and in some way reflect yourself.  Then pick five items and sketch each individually on full-pages in your sketchbook.  I will discuss these drawings with you next class to help you decide which one would be best suited for the mold-making process.

Objective:

To learn the benefits and process of mold-making, and create an understanding of  different methods of sculpture, such as additive and subtractive.  Also, to continue working with the elements and principles of design and how to incorporate them into your sculptures. 

Materials:

The main materials we are working with are clay and plaster.  As usual, you are welcome to incorporate other materials, ie.- fiber, paper, metal, wood, as long as the main structure is the clay form from your mold.