3D SC4: March 2015

Project Lines: Drawing in Three Dimensions

Definition: A point is a non-dimensional figure. It has no length, width, or depth. It occupies no space. If we imagine a point, however, moving through space in time, leaving a path behind it, that path describes a line, a one-dimensional figure having length but no height or depth.

Assignment:

To create a drawing with wire – person, animal or domestic object.

Try to select a form that is interesting in a variety of directions. Do 6 sketches of the object(s.) Start with the contours and continue by filling in the voids. Keep in mind this must all be done with considerate line-work in order for the drawing to translate into a 3D object. Using medium weight wire, create a sculpture of your selected object. Think of the wire as a way of drawing in space. Most of us have more experience with working in 2 dimensional media rather than with creating works in the round. As you work, train yourself to see things in 3 dimensions, to understand the lines, shapes, and forms in space that make up this subject. Your sketches should bridge the gap between the original object and the completed wire construction. One freestanding piece will be due for critique.

-3 sketches due at Critique : Thursday, March 26th

Materials:

- Soft black annealed steel wire. This wire is at the Bookstore for purchase of only $1.99/coil.

The thickness of wire is referred to as its gauge: the higher the number, the thinner the wire. I suggest 18-gauge wire, thicker will be too difficult to manipulate and thinner will not be strong enough to stand, however you can use a 20 or 22 gauge for connections.

- Tools: Needle nosed pliers with built-in cutters, safety glasses and Sketchbook