Architecture Relief Tile

 

Architecture Relief Tiles

7th Grade

 

This was a great project to show texture and depth. We created an Architectural relief tile to show depth but add texture from what they saw in their picture. I wanted to spark interest in the students about art and how art can be used as a potential job in their futures.

Material:

·  Computer Lab

·  Clay

·  Glaze

·  Clay tools

First thing I made was a power point talking about Architecture throughout the years. I started out with the Stone Age and worked my way up. Be careful of the attention span, which is why I had some kids read from the slide, keep them interested. I also picked some really cool things and the ages of some building sparked some interested.

Once we went over the job and art of Architecture, I then had them take a lap top (you might need to go to a computer lab) and search Architecture. I wanted them to look at different cultures more. I asked to try looking up cultures that are close to you. I gave them an example that I am Irish and German so I googled Irish or Celtic Architecture and German Architecture.

 
 

When they are googling this you need to tell them that they need to have a picture that has good Mega Pixels. Now I am not a huge computer person but when they are transferring pictures to a slab of clay the clearer the picture the better. When they find the picture they want. Copy the picture by right clicking the picture. Go to Microsoft Word, paste the picture in there. Now this depend on what size slab you would like to use and then you can change the measurement in Microsoft word.

Once they print out the picture they will then grid the picture and the slab of clay. They then will start transferring the picture to the clay. They need to follow the boxes. Some might need to number them to keep it organized. When they have finished with line they will then start adding depth. Now you might want to review forground, mid ground, and background with them. They will use carving tools for it. I also wanted textures. I told them they needed atleast 2 textures!

When done then I fired the slabs. Gave it back had them glaze and then fired again. I had them displayed on the table. We did a walk around and did a little art criticize to some pieces. I asked who showed more depth and texture. Who showed alot of lines? It was nice to ask each one which one they like. I like to get everyone in the conversation. I know I was shy in school but I wished I had someone encourage me to talk so that is what I do alot. Cant help it!