The Subtractive Sculpture

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What is a Subtractive Sculpture?

A Subtractive Sculpture is – Formed by incising excessive material away from a block, leaving the finished work.

(Also known as a carving.)

For Example…What do you notice about this piece?Has the Artist used any particular element of art?

Lets take a look at a few influential Modern sculptors and their work…

Henry Moore30 July 1898 – 31 August 1986

Was an English sculptor, best know for his monumental bronze sculptures…

He was the worlds most celebrated sculptor of his time.

Henry Moore“Reclining Figure”

Henry Moore“Nuclear Energy”

Constantine BrancusiFebruary 19, 1876 – March 16, 1957

Was a Romanian born sculptor who made his career in France. Considered the pioneer of modernism.

Brancusi“The Newborn”

Brancusi“Bird in space”

Barbara Hepworth10 January 1903 – 20 May 1975

She was an English Sculptor who’s work exemplifies modernism.

Her work is another fine example of the modern art movement in the mid 20th century.

Barbara Hepworth“Untitled”

Barbara Hepworth“Untitled”

Project

Create an abstract, subtractive sculpture from your block of Styrofoam.

This abstract sculpture must display form, movement, and tension.

1. create a sketch of your finished piece. 2. What is your inspiration for this piece? 3. Create a clay Marquette of the finished piece

so you have a model to guide your carving. 4. Begin subtracting material from your block

using trim tools found in our 3-D lab.

Abstract vs. Hyper RealisticSIMPLIFICATION OF THE FORM

HYPER REALISTIC FORM.

Movement vs. Tension

MOVEMENT- FLOWING LINES.

TENSION- CREATE AN UNEASY FEELING IN THE VIEWER.

http://architizer.com/blog/sculptures-that-visualize-tension/

https://twitter.com/jaxsurdell/status/499025709596438528

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