I created this project after researching the renaissance artist Donatello. During the time period in which Donatello worked he used a new, very shallow, sculptural technique called Bas Relief. This is the basis of coin design. The students were told to think of a symbol/animal. An addition to the original project, students could include a creative writing exercise. Students would create a country, listing the demographics of their coin of origin. Design of the coin should include one number and one symbol. When making their projects students should understand that the the bas relief process is reductive not additive. When using air dry clay, students may need to work when it is on the dryer side. Materials Sketchbook Pencil Clay Clay tools Newspaper ![]() Inspiration Donatello 1386-1466 He worked with stone, bronze, wood, clay, stucco and wax, and had several assistants, with four perhaps being a typical number. Though his best-known works were mostly statues in the round, he developed a new, very shallow, type of bas-relief or small works, and a good deal of his output was larger architectural reliefs.
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As spring was just starting to begin this year, a clay unit was rolling around too. I currently have access to air dry clay and no kiln. I want my students to be able to experience clay even if it cannot be fired. Since most of the students never worked with clay we began with a pinch pot. In the spring one of the first birds we see in Wisconsin is the robin, so students were told to include a bird and eggs in their pinch pot. The nests they created could come for nature, or their imaginations. Students learned about scoring and how to connect clay to itself. Once dry, students painted with acrylic, and the kindergarteners use tempera paints. A coat of clear acrylic seal was sprayed over the paint and clay, that helped the tempera become more vibrant. Materials Pictures of birds and nests Air dry clay Clay tools Water dish Newspaper Paint acrylic/tempera Brushes Acrylic sealant Tacky glue for repairs Inspiration
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AuthorI have a passion for the visual arts and love sharing it with others. I have enjoyed teaching all ages and love to incorporate art history and traditional disciplines as well as innovative ideas. Art is vital to who I am as a creator and educator. Archives
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