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. This work was "fabricated" using 3-D scanning and digital milling technology. Do you think that it can still be considered sculpture? Why or

why not?
• How do you like "Boy with a Frog" as a work of art? What do you think it expresses?
• Assess and discuss this statement: "In the future, anyone with a 3-D printer can be a sculptor. "

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Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

1) All in all a 3D "Fabricated" version of a sculpture should still be considered a sculpture because it is a physical 3-Dimensional work of art that has been made from a specific material. Whether that material is clay, cement, or even plastic among others. This is what the definition of a sculpture is and does not necessarily have to be made by hand. Therefore, even if it was fabricated it should still be considered a sculpture.

3) The same applies to the individual who made it, although I believe in regards to the individual there are more requirements. The main one being that an individual should only be considered a sculptor if they originally designed the sculpture themselves, whether they did it digitally or physically. Otherwise, they should not be considered a sculptor because they are basically copying someone else's work.

2) The "Boy with a Frog" is a work of art just like any other creative creation by someone. Art is basically an expression of the artist themselves and unique. Therefore, it would be considered a work of art regardless of the personal feelings or messages attached to it. This specific piece of art in my opinion expresses more violence to animals than anything else, simply by the way the boy is holding the frog and viewing it as an object even though the frog looks to be in pain.

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