Assemblage Sculpture Inspired by Louise Nevelson
- Sophia Buddenhagen
- 9 hours ago
- 2 min read
Project Goal
The goal of this project is to explore important principles of sculpture, including composition, form, shape, and repetition. You will create a relief sculpture using found objects and arrange them into a unified design.
Artist Research
Visit the following website and read about Louise Nevelson:
In your sketchbook or on a separate sheet of paper, write one paragraph (4–6 sentences) explaining how Louise Nevelson became known for her assemblage sculptures made from found objects.
Use your own words. Do not copy and paste from the website.
Be sure to include:
what materials she used
how she arranged her objects
how color played an important role in her work
Vocabulary
found objects – objects that originally had a different purpose and are collected and used in artwork
assemblage – a form of sculpture made by arranging found objects into a single artwork
monochromatic – using only one color (with lighter and darker values of that color)
form – a three-dimensional shape
shape – a two-dimensional or flat area with defined edges
composition – the way elements are arranged to create a pleasing design
Now for the Project!!!!
Step 1 – Collect Materials
Collect 12–15 found objects in a variety of interesting shapes and sizes.Choose objects that will create strong forms and textures when grouped together.
Step 2 – Plan Your Composition
Arrange your objects inside your box lid before gluing.
Materials You will need
Box lid or shallow box
Disposable odds and ends (junk materials)
Glue
Paint
Paint brushes
As you experiment:
group similar objects together to create repetition
rotate and turn objects to find interesting angles
place objects at different depths and positions
make sure the design fills the space and feels balanced
When you are satisfied with your composition, carefully glue all pieces in place.
Step 3 – Create a Monochromatic Sculpture
Paint the entire assemblage using one color. Be sure to paint all objects, the inside edges of the box, the background, everything!!!!
Allow your work to dry completely.
As you paint, notice how the objects are transformed into unified shapes and forms, and how the single color helps simplify and strengthen the overall design.
Reflection
In 2–3 sentences, explain how you used repetition, form, and composition in your sculpture and how painting it one color changed the way your objects look.
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