UNIT 1: Between 2D and 3D
OBJECTIVE: To introduce the differences between the two-dimensional picture plane and three- dimensional volume, space, and structure.
GOAL: To create a three-dimensional cube based abstract sculpture relief.
PROJECT: Where mountains pierce the sky – Cubes intersecting a plane
PROCESS:
- Build six 3” cubes out of cardboard. Do not fold the cardboard. Remember to consider material thickness. Use glue, not tape.
- Arrange them in such a way that they intersect a horizontal or vertical cardboard plane that measures 9” by 9” and 3” deep. Consider angles, rotation, shadows, symmetry, and spacing.
- Cubes and or plane should be cut to accommodate each other and glued in place.
READING: Launching the Imagination Chapters 5, 7
VOCABULARY: Two-dimensional, three-dimensional, picture plane, form, positive / negative, void / volume, solid, space, orientation, mass, polyhedra, relief, texture
REFERENCES: Rachel Whiteread, Julia Wagner
MATERIALS: Cardboard, Hot Glue, White Glue, Straight Edge, Matte Knife, Right Triangle, Cutting Mat