Unit 7: Functional Art & Craft: Form Meets Purpose
The exploration of functional art and craft highlights the essential interplay between form and function, illustrating how aesthetically pleasing designs can fulfill practical uses while reflecting cultural values. By examining various traditions and engaging in hands-on projects, students will acquire skills in crafting functional art objects, fostering creativity while adopting principles of artistry and utility. Ultimately, the unit emphasizes the importance of innovative design thinking in merging the beautiful with the practical.
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What we have learnt
- Functional art balances aesthetic appeal with practical utility.
- Handcraft skills in various mediums lead to the creation of meaningful art objects.
- Innovation arises from the thoughtful consideration of material properties in design.
Key Concepts
- -- Function
- The practical use or purpose that an object is designed to serve.
- -- Form
- The visual appearance and structure of an object, including its shape, color, and materials.
- -- Craft
- The art of making objects by hand, often emphasizing skill and aesthetic qualities.
- -- Design
- The process of creating a plan or convention for the construction of an object.
- -- Innovation
- The introduction of new ideas, methods, or products to enhance functionality or aesthetics.
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