3D Design: This is the brochure for all AP Art Portfolios: https://secure-media.collegeboard.org/digitalServices/pdf/ap/ap-studio-art-brochure.pdf Example portfolios can be seen here: http://studioartportfolios.collegeboard.org/ After April 24th YOU WILL HAVE ALL ARTWORK FINISHED April 24th-May 1st you will revise and upload images to your online portfolio
PORTFOLIOS ARE DUE MAY 7th (no exceptions) Assessment Overview: Studio Art 3-D Design For the 3-D Design Portfolio, students submit digital images of the art works they created as well as an artist statement in which they describe ideas investigated and explain how the ideas evolved as they created their body of work. All portfolios are assessed by at least two highly experienced studio art educators (AP Studio Art teachers or higher education faculty) who apply standard scoring criteria, with respect to the forms and content. Complete descriptions of all the Studio Art portfolios can be found in the AP Studio Art Course Description (.pdf/1MB). Format of Assessment: Studio Art 3-D Design
AP 3D Breadth Assignment Prompts: these assignments are designed to demonstrate a variety of technical skills in the Breadth section of your portfolio. You will need to complete at least 8 of these pieces during the Fall Semester. Remember that all 3D pieces must focus on engaging space, both positive and negative. 3D pieces are meant to be viewed from all sides, unless wall mounted.
Foam Planes
Using foam core boards as your material you will design an abstract 3-dimensional architectural environment. (Look at the 3D pinterest board on the class website for inspiration.) Use a sharp x-acto knife to cut your modular units (repeated shapes) in a variety of sizes. Use white glue to join your pieces. Consider the view of your “space” from all sides. Is it equally engaging from every side? 2. 100+ things You will collect AT LEAST 100 of a specific item. Your objective is to create a rhythmic construction using at least 100 pieces of the same small common object, emphasizing movement that engages the space. Consider how the form utilizes positive and negative space. Consider how Mass is created in the form. What can you find to use? What will make a remarkable sculpture? How does it fill the space? What makes it dynamic? When you look at it from different angles does if fill the negative space well in 3 directions? Is there enough Positive space to create interest and form? Do you need and armature? How will you attach them together? You may need more than 100 objects to complete the work. 3. Plaster Figures Referencing the sculptures of Giacometti, design a sculpture of a figure, (human/animal/ insect) that emphasizes a distorted proportion, elongated limbs of features. The armature of your pieces can be constructed using a variety of materials, including wire, wood, plastic, Styrofoam, etc. The armature will be covered with plaster wrap and painted using acrylic paints and spray paints. 4. String Forms Create a solid structure or form that will utilize connections by both sculptural lines and strings. The solid elements may be constructed from cardboard, matboard, foam core, etc. The strings may be yarn, wire, strips of fabric, etc. Experiment with ways of distorting the path of the “string” to create visual interest. Be sure that your work considers all dimensions, do not work flat, it needs to move in space. You are working with the idea of movement and time. How does the work change as it moves throughout the space? Remember that continuity is created through repetition and balance, interest is created by variety, asymmetry, and disruption 5. Reed and Paper Abstractions Using the reed and paper technique you will create an abstract sculpture that emphasizes the principles of movement and balance. Consider scale and how your sculpture will be viewed. Suspended pieces are an option with this assignment.
6. Rodeo You will design a composition for a narrative artwork using the HLSR themes. When you have chosen your subject matter you will create an armature to support your oil-clay sculpture. Focus on the narrative quality of your subject and your use of the art medium.
7. Dinner Setting You will design a complete place setting for a dining table using a theme of your choice. The required elements (Plate, bowl, knife, fork, spoon, and cup) will be made of ceramic. Pieces can be wheel thrown or hand built. Focus on craftsmanship and detail. All pieces should relate to your chosen theme and engage the viewer. 8. Wooden Boxes You will construct a wooden box in the size and shape of your choosing. Within the box you will create a dynamic viewing experience that leads the viewer through the space. Decide on a subject matter for your piece and create the elements that you wish to include using a variety of materials. Found objects can be used in thoughtful compositions. Consider the exterior of your box as well as the interior. How will it be viewed? 9. Carving in the Round Using a sphere of clay you will create a “sketch” of your sculpture. Choose a subject that interests you and has a narrative. Be sure to use all sides of the sphere in your composition. (reference John Biggers Mother and Child sculpture at the MFAH) Try to maintain the spherical nature of the sculpture and draw the viewer in, close. When your “sketch” is complete you will create a larger version for your final piece, 12 in in diameter.
Optional: May be substituted for one of the above assignments 10. Soft Jewelry/ Wearable Art Design a wearable art piece using sewn and stuffed “soft sculpture” elements. Knitting, crochet, weaving techniques can also be employed. Consider the space created by a person’s body, specifically their neck, shoulders, chest, and head. Or, arms, hands and fingers. What kind of experience do you want the wearer to have? What kind of experience do you want the viewer to have? Choose colors and materials that support these choices.