Modelling in art refers to the technique of creating a three-dimensional form or the illusion of three-dimensionality in a two-dimensional artwork. It can be done using various materials such as clay, plaster, wax, or paint. The following are the different types of modelling in art:
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Sculpture Modelling: This involves building up and shaping a soft material such as clay, plaster, or wax to create a form. It is often the first stage in the sculptural process, leading to translation into bronze, plaster, or lead through casting.
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Painting or Drawing Modelling: This technique involves giving objects on a flat surface a 3D appearance through shading and highlighting.
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Modeling as a Commercial Art: This refers to the creation of miniature forms using clay or wax. It is an additive process and can be used to plan according to a model.
It is important to note that modelling is different from carving, which is the process of cutting away portions of a hard substance to reveal form. Additionally, modelling can be used to create small wax or clay models serving as preliminary sketches for large carvings, or maquettes, small, relatively finished models used to present proposals for monumental projects.
Finally, it is worth noting that the term "art model" can also refer to a person who poses for artists interested in capturing the human form for their art projects. While some people consider modelling as art, others do not. The definition of art is subjective, and it is up to individuals to decide whether modelling is an art form or not.
