SHS2 Art And Design Studio · Semester 2 Week 3: Fabrication and Construction

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 2.2.2.LI.1 - Identify materials and the appropriate tools that can be used in the subtractive processes of creating 3-D artforms.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Define the term “subtractive process” and explain how it differs from additive processes in 3-D artmaking.
Identify at least five local materials commonly used in subtractive processes (e.g., wood, clay, soft stone, soap, calabash, sponge) and state their characteristics.
Match at least five tools to their specific subtractive functions (e.g., chisel for carving, gouge for scooping, knife for whittling, rasp for smoothing, drill for boring).
Classify common subtractive techniques (carving, whittling, gouging, sanding, scraping) and the materials each technique suits best.
Demonstrate safe handling practices for subtractive tools and respectful care for materials during studio work.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Creative Methodologies (Strand 2)
Sub-strand: Fabrication and Construction (2.2)
Content standard: 2.2.2.CS.2 - 2.2.2.CS.2 Demonstrate knowledge and application of subtractive processes and techniques for making 3-Dimensional artwork with local materials and relevant studio skills. 2.2.2.LO.2 Use knowledge of materials and subtractive processes and techniques to create artworks in 3- D forms.
Indicator: 2.2.2.LI.1 - Identify materials and the appropriate tools that can be used in the subtractive processes of creating 3-D artforms.
Suggested placement: Semester 2, Week 3 (Week 23 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: NaCCA curriculum document, p. 78

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Experiential Learning: As a class, embark on an educational trip/Virtual trip to an artists' studio or watch a video to observe and document the subtractive processes of creating artwork.
Talk for Learning; Group Work/ Collaborative Learning: In a class discussion, analyse the various tools, materials and other forms of subtractive processes and techniques.

Assessment (2.2.2.AS.1). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 1 Recall; Level 2 Skills of conceptual understanding; Level 3 Strategic reasoning; Level 4 Extended critical thinking and reasoning.

Teaching and Learning Materials: textbooks; studio manuals; equipment maintenance manuals; videos; exhibition catalogues; journals; magazines; web references; audio-visual resources; projector; antique artworks; camera; modelling; printmaking; carving; casting and assemblage tool; dyes; wax; plasticine; nylon chords; twine; fabrics; wire mesh; organdie; canvas; zinc plate; aluminium sheet; hand drills; copper wires; bolts and knots; rivets, eyelets; sand; Plaster of Paris; white cement; cement fondu; clay; wood; flip charts; TLMs on artmaking and materials and methods; posters; flyers; buntings; paintings,; drawings and illustrations