Formal Elements And Materials
Overview
A drawing has one view. A three-dimensional object has an infinite number of them, and it also has weight, temperature, a surface someone will touch and a material that will do what its nature dictates whether you planned for it or not. Wood moves with humidity. Clay shrinks as it dries and again as it fires. Metal work hardens under the hammer. Designing in three dimensions means designing with those behaviours rather than against them.
This note covers the elements the specification names for this endorsement, which are light, space, form, scale and proportion, and then the four material characteristics it names, which are resistance, malleability, recyclability and sustainability. You will work through mass and void, how a form reads from several angles, human scale and ergonomics, joints, surface finish, and the drawing and modelling methods that let you test an object before you commit material to it.
Objectives
- Develop practical knowledge and understanding of the use of formal elements and visual communication through a variety of approaches
- Develop the use of observational skill to record from sources and communicate ideas
- Understand characteristics of materials such as resistance, malleability, recyclability and sustainability
- Understand the elements of three-dimensional design such as light, space, form, scale and proportion
- Understand the effects and creative potential of combining and manipulating different two-dimensional and three-dimensional materials and media
- Develop the use of digital and/or non-digital applications
Lesson Note
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Lesson Evaluation
Congratulations on completing the lesson on Formal Elements And Materials. Now that youve explored the key concepts and ideas, its time to put your knowledge to the test. This section offers a variety of practice questions designed to reinforce your understanding and help you gauge your grasp of the material.
You will encounter a mix of question types, including multiple-choice questions, short answer questions, and essay questions. Each question is thoughtfully crafted to assess different aspects of your knowledge and critical thinking skills.
Use this evaluation section as an opportunity to reinforce your understanding of the topic and to identify any areas where you may need additional study. Don't be discouraged by any challenges you encounter; instead, view them as opportunities for growth and improvement.
- Which drawing convention shows the plan, front elevation and side elevation as separate flat views at true size? A) Isometric B) Perspective C) Orthographic projection D) Exploded view Answer: C
- A matt surface describes the form of an object more clearly than a gloss surface because it: A) Is always darker B) Scatters light diffusely, producing a smooth tonal gradient as the surface turns C) Absorbs all the light that falls on it D) Is easier to manufacture Answer: B
- Which of these can be reheated and reshaped repeatedly, making it genuinely recyclable? A) A thermoset polyester resin B) A thermoplastic such as acrylic C) Fired stoneware clay D) Cured epoxy Answer: B
- Total shrinkage of a clay body from wet to fired is commonly about: A) 1 to 2 per cent B) 10 to 13 per cent C) 30 to 35 per cent D) 50 per cent Answer: B
- Which joining method best supports a brief that requires the product to be repairable and recyclable? A) Adhesive bonding B) Welding C) Mechanical fixings such as bolts D) Casting the parts as one piece Answer: C
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