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AP Studio Art 3D Design Breadth Course Description:

The 3D Design Course is a part of the AP Studio Art program. It is essential in preparing students for college level courses by providing a strong understanding of 3D Design.

Students will learn how to effectively create 3D design of various styles and mediums. After experimenting with various mediums, students will then learn how to create and present a fully developed concept, in order to prepare for a concentration of 3D Design works.

Our experienced instructors provide excellent guidance and critique with each student individually. Every student receives their own projects, exercises, and has essential resources and supplies available to them.

In this course, students will learn:

• Basic 3D Design Elements
• How to execute Designs with different Mediums
• How to Prepare a Concentration

AP Studio Art 3D Design Breadth:

Part 1: 3D Design Basics

• Elements of 3D Design
• Understanding Positive and Negative Space
• Subtractive and Additive Techniques
• In-the-round, Free Standing, and Relief

Part 2: Learning Different Mediums

• Architectural Sticks
• Book Art
• Clay
• Suspended
• Mixed Media
• Paper
• Wire
• Wood Sticks

Part 3: Creating Themes and Concepts

• Developing Ideas through Research
• Visualizing Concepts through References
• Developing Composition through Thumbnail Sketches