3D Collage
Artist Study: Raku Inoue
Introduction
•"Welcome, artists! Today, we're
embarking on an exciting journey to
create stunning 3D insect
sculptures inspired by the incredible
work of Raku Inoue.
•This project will challenge your
creativity, problem-solving skills,
and ability to think outside the box.
In our previous project, you created
beautiful 2D insect collages using
various materials.
Introduction
•Now, it's time to take your artwork to
the next dimension! We'll explore the
world of natural materials, textures,
and shapes to bring your insects to
life.
•Get ready to unleash your
imagination, experiment with new
techniques, and showcase your artistic
talents! Let's dive into the world of 3D
insect sculpture and discover the
magic of transforming natural
materials into incredible works of art!"
Artist Study
Raku Inoue
Raku Inoue: Insect
Collage Artist
•biography:
•Raku Inoue is a Canadian
artist of Japanese descent,
known for his intricate and
detailed insect collages. Born
in 1973 in Tokyo, Japan, Inoue
moved to Canada with his
family at a young age. He
developed a passion for art
and nature, which led him to
study fine arts and graphic
design.
Raku Inoue:
Insect Collage
Artist
• Artistic Style:
• Inoue's artwork
combines traditional
Japanese techniques
with modern materials
and concepts. He
creates intricate
collages using natural
materials like leaves,
twigs, and flowers to
depict insects,
animals, and plants.
His work showcases
exceptional attention
to detail, texture, and
colour.
Raku Inoue:
Insect Collage
Artist
•Inspiration:
•Inoue draws inspiration from
nature, Japanese art, and his
experiences living in Canada. His
artwork highlights the beauty and
fragility of the natural world.
3D Project
Lets start:
What You'll Learn:
• Explore natural materials and textures
• Apply creativity and originality
• Develop problem-solving skills
• Create a 3D insect sculpture inspired by
Raku
What will you
need:
• Natural materials (leaves, twigs,
pinecones, seeds, flowers, feathers)
• Adhesives (glue)
• Base/platform: Cardboard A5 size.
• 2D insect collage (from previous project)
Step: 1
1. Review your 2D insect
collage from the
previous project.
2. Brainstorm ideas for
your 3D insect sculpture.
3. Sketch your 3D insect
design, considering size,
proportion, and material
usage.
4. Collect natural materials
from outdoors or from
the classroom.
5. Organize materials by
texture, shape, and
colour.
Step: 2
1. Create a base for your
insect using natural
materials (Cardboard, A5
size).
2. Begin building your
insect's body using glue.
3. Add details and texture
using natural materials
(e.g., seeds, feathers).
4. Experiment with different
shapes and forms.
5. Make sure to create
layering and depth.
6. Refine your sculpture,
ensuring stability and
balance.
Techniques and Ideas:
Stacking: Weaving: Cutting: Wings: Body:
Stack Weave Cut materials Create Use layered
materials like materials like to create layered wings materials like
leaves, twigs, grasses, specific using leaves, seeds, pods,
or seeds to leaves, or shapes or petals, or thin or small twigs
create depth fibers to sizes. twigs. to create a 3D
and create a body.
dimension. layered,
textured
effect.
Techniques and Ideas:
Seed Mosaic: Feather Combine Play with
Create a Layering: Materials: Scale:
mosaic effect Layer feathers Mix natural Vary material
using seeds, to create a materials to sizes to create
arranging textured, create visual
them in dimensional interesting interest.
layers. effect. textures and
colours.
Step: 3
1. Add final details and
textures.
2. Ensure your sculpture
is secure and stable.
3. Choose a display
method
4. Answer student’s self
refection questions
Criteria 5 Points 4 Points 3 Points 2 Points 1-0 Point
Design Exceptionally A comprehensive Adequate design Minimal design plan Incomplete or
detailed design design plan with plan with some with limited details missing design plan
Plan plan with clear most transformation transformation
Clarity illustrations details clearly shown details
showing precise
2D to 3D
transformation
Material Creatively used Effectively used Used some natural Limited use of Minimal or
multiple natural natural materials materials with basic natural materials inappropriate
Usage materials with with a good variety application material selection
Rubric:
exceptional texture
and detail
Layering Advanced layering Effective layering Basic layering with Minimal layering with No discernible
creates significant demonstrating clear some depth little dimensional layering or depth
Technique depth and depth and dimension effect
s dimensional
complexity
Insect Highly accurate Recognisable insect Somewhat Vague insect Unrecognisable
and detailed insect with good detail and identifiable insect representation insect form
Replicatio representation proportions with basic features
n with intricate
natural
characteristics
Creativity Exceptionally Creative approach Somewhat creative Limited creativity Minimal creative
innovative with original with the standard effort
& approach with elements approach
Originalit a unique artistic
y interpretation
Neatness Meticulously Neat and well- Reasonably neat Somewhat messy Poorly executed and
crafted with executed with minor with some with noticeable untidy
& exceptional imperfections inconsistencies errors
Execution attention to detail
and a clean finish
