Clay Space Shuttles
Learning Targets
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- Create an original Clay Space Shuttle using ceramic techniques learned in class
- Use shape variation (geometric, organic, free form), form (two dimensional, three dimensional), and texture (actual, visual, implied) inspired by Spacecraft Designer (1907-1966) Sergei Korolev
- Use sculpture techniques (assembling, casting, modeling, carving) and design principles (proportion, repetition, movement) based on Astronautic Art
- Define Space Art (a genre of artistic expression that references knowledge of and interesting the universe)
Lesson One
Day One, Art Start
1. Space Shuttle Lift Off (1862) San Diego Air And Space Museum Archive
2. Read Wow! America! by Robert Neubecker
3. Discussion Questions "Is the shape of the spacecraft round, triangular, or oblong? How large will the spacecraft be? Why are spacecrafts so useful and important? What do you think is the most interesting part of the art making of designing a spaceship? How would you describe the benefits of spaceships? What is unique about a spacecraft? What do you know about the solar system? What is your interpretation of that feature? How does a rocket get up into space? how do astronauts get back to Earth? Why can we not float through space? Why is space black? How long do astronauts train? How long do spaceships stay in outer shape? What is unique about this spaceship?"
Lesson Activities
1. Add line types (horizontal, vertical, diagonal) for the proportions (front, back, sides) within the positive space (foreground) of the clay spaceship
2. Mold clay into basic shapes (wheels, wings, fins) for the positive space (spaceship) of the clay spaceship
3. Use modeling tools to draw details (national flags, number, crew members) for the positive space (spaceship) of the Clay Space Shuttles
Day Two, Art Start
1. Retrieve Clay Space Shuttles for Assigned Tables
2. Space Shuttle Concept Drawing (1976) San Diego Air And Space Museum Archive
3. Discussion Questions "What can we make with these materials? How do artists make something look three dimensional when the material is flat? Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Why do you artists need to understand how to represent form in art? What is history of form in art? hat is considered geometric or organic in art? How do artists help to change the world in a positive way? How does the understanding of this artist change our understanding of the artwork? What special features do these cars have? What is the hidden meaning behind these car models? What are the unique characteristics of these model cars? What is different about these model car examples?"
Lesson Activities
1. Use compass, protractor, and texture plates to add symmetrical shapes and expressive lines to the clay spaceships
2. Use form (two dimensional, three dimensional) to fill in the positive space (foreground) of the clay spaceships
3. Use form (two dimensional, three dimensional) to fill in the negative space (background) of the Clay Space Shuttle
Day Three, Art Start
1. Retrieve Clay Space Shuttles for Assigned Tables
2. Set up Studio Area (modeling tools, ceramic mats, rollers)
Lesson Activities
1. Add color combinations (analogous, secondary, complementary) to the positive space (foreground) of the clay spaceships
2. Add color combinations (analogous, secondary, complementary) to the negative space (background) of the clay spaceships
3. Apply Gloss Finish to the proportions (front, back, side, wheels), positive space (spaceships) and negative space (background) of the Clay Space Shuttles
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