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Sculptures in the Style of Alberto Giacometti: Mythological
The student will: 1. select, research, and write a description of a mythological figure 2. create sketches of several possible designs that illustrate the characteristics of their figure 3. select the design that best communicates the characteristics of the figure 4. create an armature using newspaper and wire attached to a cardboard base 5. cover the armature with plaster gauze 6. file the surface to smooth and/or add plaster to create the desired surface 7. assess the success of the sculpture using the defined criteria 8. write an artist statement/label that includes a description of the mythological character and an explanation of the sculpture design
Rubric Code:
Z4W56A
By
megskow
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Subject:
Arts and Design
Type:
Assignment
Grade Levels:
6-8, 9-12
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Sculptures in the
Exceptional
1 pts
Proficient
2 pts
Basic
3 pts
Emerging
(N/A)
Subject
Exceptional
Mythological character is identified and defined through an exceptional written description.
Proficient
Mythological character is identified and defined through a thorough written description.
Basic
Mythological character is identified and defined through an adequate written description.
Emerging
Mythological character is identified but lacks an adequate written description.
Planning
Exceptional
At least 2 possible sculpture designs are illustrated through sketches showing at least 3 views of each.
Proficient
At least 2 possible sculpture designs are illustrated through sketches showing 1 or 2 views of each.
Basic
At least 2 possible sculpture designs are illustrated through sketches 1 view of each.
Emerging
Either 1 or 2 possible sculpture designs are illustrated through only 1 sketch of each
Armature
Exceptional
Newspaper and wire were used effectively with minimal tape to create a strong armature that is consistent with the design sketches.
Proficient
Newspaper and wire were used successfully, but more tape than necessary was used to create a strong armature that is consistent with the design sketches OR the armature deviates some from the design sketches.
Basic
Newspaper and wire were used successfully, but more tape than necessary was used to create a strong armature that is consistent with the design sketches OR the armature deviates some from the design sketches.
Emerging
The armature was created with difficulty and deviates significantly from the design sketches.
Plaster Gauze Application
Exceptional
Plaster gauze was appropriately cut to cover selected areas efficiently. The application of gauze creates a strong, stable finished sculpture.
Proficient
Plaster gauze was successfully used to cover selected areas efficiently. The application of gauze creates a strong, stable finished sculpture.
Basic
Plaster gauze was used with some difficulty to cover selected areas efficiently. The application of gauze creates a strong OR stable finished sculpture.
Emerging
The student had difficulty using the gauze to cover the armature, and the sculpture lacks strength and stability.
Finishing/Surface Quality
Exceptional
The surface of the completed sculpture is free of structural cracks, crumbling plaster, or ragged gauze edges.
Proficient
The surface of the completed sculpture is mostly free of structural cracks, crumbling plaster, or ragged gauze edges.
Basic
The surface of the completed sculpture has multiple structural cracks, crumbling plaster, or ragged gauze edges.
Emerging
The surface of the completed sculpture has many structural cracks, crumbling plaster, and ragged gauze edges.
Creativity/ Originality
Exceptional
The student created a creative and unique interpretation of the selected mythological figure. Unique and creative solutions were employed.
Proficient
The sculpture demonstrates the student’s creative interpretation of the selected mythological character. Creative solutions were employed.
Basic
The sculpture design is expected and/or predictable. There is limited evidence of the student’s perspective or unique solutions.
Emerging
The sculpture design is consistent with the designs of others. The student did not seek unique solutions.
Keywords:
sculpture, Giacometti, plaster
Subjects:
Arts and Design
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