Lesson 5: Making clay sculptures

Learners needing support:

• Should simplify their sketch, focusing on the main features (like the eyes, nose, and mouth) first, then adding more details step by step.
• Can use basic shapes for the face and add simple details to features like the eyes or nose, making them clear but not overly detailed.
• Can add texture to the headdress and face by using tools to create patterns or impressions, rather than adding extra layers of clay.

Learners working at a stretch:

• Can add more detailed textures and patterns to their sculpture using different tools to make it more interesting.
• Can experiment with the size of features like the nose or eyes to make the sculpture look more lifelike or expressive. For example, making the eyes larger might create a more surprised look, while widening the mouth could give the sculpture a happier or more confident expression.
• Can review their work and make changes to improve it, adding more details to enhance the sculpture while staying true to the original idea.