RA Moffatt. WELB
Teacher’s TV
Aims: To explore the use of mood boards as a source of inspiration when designing; To reflect upon teaching and learning strategies when implementing a design opportunity; To use 3D CAD / computer aided design to model a concept for CNC manufacture; To use the CNC router/software to CAM / manufacture.
A Design opportunity using CAD / CAM: Design a decorative tea light holder that will: ensure safety whilst the candle is burning; is safe whilst moving around when alight; is desirable to the consumer; enhances the room décor; ease of manufacture. Research / Explore interlocking shapes / arthropods.
Ladybirds
Butterflies:
Butterflies Theme: Tea Light
Crocodiles
A suggested idea for a tea light holder
A suggested idea for a tea light holder manufactured by CNC Router
Internet research / Google images
Google images / reference materials
Google images / reference materials
This could also be a design activity for first year students in university
Google images / reference materials