Choosing a model-making material for an early study
Choose a model material by deciding what you need to learn. Paper or card may show proportion; clay may help explore volume; a digital model may communicate dimensions; a more detailed sample may help discuss surface or assembly. The best choice is the simplest one that answers the question.
Consider scale, detail, time, tools, availability, safe handling and what the audience needs to understand. Label a model clearly so it is not mistaken for a finished or functional product. If it includes a material process outside your training, ask a qualified instructor before proceeding.
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