3D Art and Design

3D Art and Design employs engineering and design thinking mindsets in the development of 3D modeling projects that expose students architecture, product development, and socially-conscious design. Students solve engineering challenges by developing 3D models and physical prototypes using Computer Aided Design (CAD) software and 3D printers.

Syllabus

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3D Scanning Modern Sculpture

This project used 3D scanning and 3D modeling to explore Neoclassical sculpture, Rodin, and the birth of modern sculpture.

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OpenSCAD Cubism

This project introduced Cubism through the open source 3D modeling programming language OpenSCAD. Students explored space, shapes, and perspective as they created cubist-inspired 3D modeled self-portraits.

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Contemporary CAD

An open-ended exploration of contemporary sculpture

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Kinectic Gates

Students designed kinetic gates inspired by the New Orleans sculptor John Scott.

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Design Thinking Science Building

Students used human-centered design in the creation of 3D models of Newman’s new science building. Their designs incorporated feedback from students, faculty, staff, and other members of Newman’s community.

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Design Thinking Tiny Houses

Students designed and modeled sustainable, off-the-grid tiny houses based on user needs and sustainability requirements.

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Engineering 3D Moat Boats

3D modeled boats inspired by Moat Boat Paddle Battle (http://www.moatboatpaddlebattle.com/)

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Transformation Masks

Students designed, modeled, and 3D printed “transformation masks” (originating from the Canadian Kwakiutl) that fit onto small, 3D scanned figurines.

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Modeling Monuments

Students envisioned and designed new monuments to replaced the Confederate monuments that have been taken down in New Orleans.