RIVER VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL
ART
This page is created by my fellow Artist friend, Ms Desiree Tham.
This module, you take on the role of an interior designer to create functional or aesthetically pleasing products using found objects. You will then get to install them around the school.
Upcycling
with ASSEMBLAGE
Do you know that humans produce 2.6 Trillion pounds of trash per year? How can we save the planet by reducing trash?
Assemblage with Found objects..
What is Assemblage?
Assemblage is art that is made by assembling disparate elements – often everyday objects
What is upcycling with Assemblage?
Upcycling Assemblage, also known as creative reuse, is the process of transforming by-products, waste materials, useless, or unwanted products into new Assemblage or products perceived to be of greater quality, such as artistic value or environmental value.
Why do Artists use Found objects as their medium?
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What are some similarities in the messages that the artists would like to portray to their audiences?
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How did both Artists use found objects to present their Artworks?
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If you were an Artist, how would you use these found objects differently?
Things to note!
When working with Upcycling Assemblage,
it is important to only use objects that are unwanted or spoilt.
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The gesture of only using recyclables enhances the message of your artwork.
How many objects can you spot in one sculpture?
wORKING WITH aSSEMBLAGE: aDHESIVE
Adhesive Tools!!
I've collected my recycled objects, what do I do now? How can I create a sculpture that is secured? There are different types of adhesive that allows you to join different surfaces and materials together.. Watch the video and find out some of these adhesive methods.
What are some adhesive you may need?
Recommended Adhesives
Textile & Surfaces
Enhancing my Assemblage!
Hague Yang
Khairullah Rahim
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How did the artist managed to conceal the base structure of the this sculpture?
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What are some of the materials used to do so?
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How are the materials being used in this sculpture?
I've joined all my recycled objects together and its strong and firm.. What do I do to conceal the undesirable scratches on my old computer chair? How can I conceal the coca-cola brand of my recycled water bottle? ....
Enhancing the surface of your sculpture is also about creating a strong aesthetic and style in your sculpture... Lets look at some ways you can do so.
Spray Painting the surface
Spray painting is one of the ways to get a surface coloured of your desired choice.
Watch how to get an even coat while you are using the spray can!
Spraying on selected areas
At times you may only wish to coat a specific area of your sculpture. Do remember to tape up or cover the surface that should not be spray painted.
Adding Textiles & collage
Fun Fact!
Do you know that artists tries to use specific objects to have a personal brand/ identity? What is your personal object that could be different from others?
Textiles can come from so many recyclables such as old clothes, old rugs and cloths, old bags and accessories, buttons... How can we reuse them in interesting ways?
Project Task
1) What type of furniture/ product you would like to construct as a group?
2) What materials can your group bring to class to create your sculpture?
3) Who will be bringing those materials?
4) Are there any visual inspirations for your sculpture?
5) Where will you place your group's sculpture?
Ask
Yourself
Research Process
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Am I a......
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Researcher
Collector
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Designer
Gather
references
&
Print images
Able to collect the resources needed for your group
Collate all relevant info and piece them together on an A3 size paper in an aesthetically pleasing way
Developmental Ideas
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