NAME SCULPTURE – Colour, Pattern, Angles

Students will be able to:

• design decorative letters for their name;
• create a 3-dimensional sculpture using the letters of their name and something that represents them;
• use a variety of angles to create the sense of movement;
• use a variety of patterns and colours to create contrast;
• demonstrate technical accomplishment and creativity.

Have students:

• use conductive copper tape to add a parallel paper circuit with a maximum of 3 LEDs to their work;
• work with others to create a display of the artworks;
• create a brochure to accompany their display;
• share their display with others.

1. Download and display the Colour, Movement and Contrast posters available on this website.
   - review or teach the element of colour – analogous, complementary, monochromatic colours
   - review or teach the principle of movement – placement of shapes
   - review or teach the principle of contrast – strong differences
2. Gather corrugated cardboard from boxes and packing material.
3. Download the Fonts worksheet enough for small groups of students to share one. (Downloads - Fonts.pdf)

1. Ask students to work with a partner.
2. Invite them to take turns sharing something they feel is an important part of their identity. 
3. Provide a short example by telling something about yourself.
4. Once students have shared their stories ask for a few volunteers to share something they learned about their partner.
5. Discuss what you could draw to communicate the ideas mentioned, for example, symbols to represent hockey, volleyball or art.
6. Place students into small groups and have them use the Fonts worksheet to discuss and write jot notes about how the design of the font sends a message. (Downloads - Fonts.pdf)
7. Introduce the challenge.

1. Once all the sculptures are complete display them for a group discussion. 
   - Look closely at the sculptures.
   - Choose one that interests you for some reason.
   - Share thoughts about the work.
2. Guide students by asking:
   - What kind of energy do you feel?  - What do you see that makes you say that?
   - What does it tell you about the person who created it?  - What do you see that makes you say that?
   - What do you notice about the way the work has been made?
   - What do you like the best about this work?

1. Observe students as they work – thoughtful focus, discriminating, seeking more information, elaborating, experimenting.
2. Observe students as they discuss their artworks – speaks with a clear voice, looks at audience while speaking, points to areas in the work, provides accurate information, answers questions from the audience effectively.
3. Observe students as they listen – looks at presenter, asks effective questions, supports ideas with evidence found in the artwork.
4. Use a checklist to track progress. (Downloads - NameSculpture_tracking.pdf)
5. Have students use the self-assessment form to evaluate their work. (Downloads - NameSculpture_self-assessment.pdf)