3.1.2 - Wire
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Practice Questions
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What is wire commonly used for in sculpture?
💡 Hint: Think about its flexibility and strength.
Name one safety consideration when using wire.
💡 Hint: Consider how you feel when touching metal.
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What is the primary function of wire in sculpture?
💡 Hint: Think about what keeps sculptures standing.
Using wire can represent both _ and _.
💡 Hint: What two contrasting themes is wire known for?
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Design a wire sculpture that addresses a specific environmental issue while using both thin and thick wire. Explain your artistic process and the message you wish to convey.
💡 Hint: Think about how different wire gauges can help you express various levels of significance in your design.
Critique a known wire artist’s work. Discuss how their use of wire conveys messages about fragility and strength related to environmental themes.
💡 Hint: Consider their materials and messages—what do they want to communicate?
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