Shaping Space: The Dynamics of Three-Dimensional Design / Edition 3

by Paul Zelanski, Mary Pat Fisher

Overview

As an introductory guide to three-dimensional design and sculpture, SHAPING SPACE offers an engaging, in-depth exploration of aesthetic and practical considerations of working three-dimensionally. By presenting both conventional artistic wisdom and new approaches that stretch and transcend the old definitions of what can and should happen in a work of art, SHAPING SPACE challenges students to encounter ideas that have never occurred to them and to become more aware of the limitless potential of shaping space. Now in full-color throughout, the text explores the latest changes and applications in the field including computer-aided and computer-made sculpture, craft techniques, multicultural art, art as social and political commentary, architecture and industrial design conceived sculpturally, public sculpture, sculpture parks, and performance art. To help introduce and broaden three-dimensional awareness and technical skill, suggested studio projects provide structured assignments that relate directly to textual materials.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780534613938
Publisher:	Cengage Learning
Publication date:	02/15/2006
Edition description:	3RD
Pages:	288
Product dimensions:	7.80(w) x 9.90(h) x 0.70(d)

Table of Contents

Part I: FUNDAMENTALS OF THREE-DIMENSIONAL DESIGN. 1. Experiencing Three-Dimensionality. 2. Working in the Round. 3. Organizing Principles of Design. Part II: ELEMENTS OF THREE-DIMENSIONAL DESIGN. 4. Form. 5. Space. 6. Line. 7. Texture. 8. Light. 9. Color. 10. Time and Movement. Part III: CONSTRUCTION METHODS. 11. Found Objects. 12. Addition and Manipulation. 13. Subtraction. 14. Casting. Part IV: STUDIO PROJECTS.

Editorial Reviews

This textbook is the most comprehensive, well rounded, well-balanced and clear introductory text available for teaching traditional 3-D design and introductory sculpture classes. The text is full of surprising pearls of knowledge, interesting anecdotes, and has well thought out connectivity of issues.

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