9/16/16 3D Design

Today's Class- Today we began the first graded project of the semester, which is called Make 100.  Students are asked to design a three dimensional module out of bristol board.  It must have 3 dimensions, should have one side that is 1.5 inches, but no part of it should be larger than 1.5 inches across.  It was suggested that students create a prototype, which could then be used to create a pattern.  It is suggested that student then use the pattern to trace the design onto additional sheets of bristol board, which can then be cut out and glued together to make the completed modules.  The project requires 100 identical modules.  Below are a few samples.

After the modules are complete, the student must make a sculpture using all 100 modules.  It may be representational, or pure abstract design.  You may have the modules attached to some kind of base, or just build something out of them.  Use glue to assemble the final project.  The final version should be completely stable when presented to the class in critique.   Below are some student examples from previous semesters.

A few things to consider-

Although most people make their modules from a single cut piece of bristol board, each can be built from two or more pieces if it suits your design.  

Modules can be completely enclosed, or can have partial open sides.

Most 3D work can be viewed from multiple directions, and multiple views will be employed in grading them, so take that into account when assembling the final piece.

Homework- The completed Make 100 project is due at the beginning of class on September 30, 2016. They will be graded and returned the same day.

For next class 9/23/16- We will do a portfolio exercise on the topic of symmetry and asymmetry.  You will need more bristol board, some kind of stiff base (foam core, mat board, etc), pencil and eraser, knife or scissor for cutting paper, and glue.