Concept / Sculpture

Sculpture

A three-dimensional artwork medium with volume and space

A three-dimensional artwork medium with volume and space.

A phrase to start with

Structures the image as a sculptural three-dimensional work.

Appearance and effects

Volume, surface, and surrounding space define form.

Visual traits

  • volume
  • three-dimensional contour
  • relation to space

Expected changes

  • Volume and three-dimensional surfaces are more likely to appear

Five examples

1 — Medium-sized dog
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2 — Cat
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3 — Teenage boy
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4 — Unoccupied interior
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5 — Valley with a river and mountain ranges
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Meaning and scope

Definition

Sculpture is a three-dimensional artwork medium with volume and space. It does not determine material, forming technique, regional sculptural tradition, or subject.

In more detail

It constructs form through surface, contour, and relation to space. It is distinct from carving as an action, a particular material, and a monument or cultural tradition.

Includes

  • A three-dimensional work with volume

Excludes

  • A particular material, forming technique, regional tradition, or subject

What this does not imply

  • A particular material, forming technique, regional tradition, or subject

Variability

Material and forming method can be adjusted separately.

Usage and adjustments

Usage

  • Use it as a three-dimensional artwork medium

Distinguish similar expressions

  • Specify material and technique separately

Typical uses

  • Compose an image as sculpture

Possible failure modes

  • It reads as a flat painting

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