POLYSTYRENE ART

The video introduces artists Derek Howarth and Richard Longman, who are using expanded polystyrene as a new medium for their sculptures and designs. This material is versatile, lightweight, and easy to manipulate, making it ideal for various artistic applications. The manufacturing process involves expanding raw polystyrene beads with steam. The material is used in stage sets, exhibitions, and statues, exemplified by a 16-foot horse sculpture for Derby Day.

Who are the two artists mentioned in the video that are exploring a new medium?

• Derek Howarth and Richard Longman

• John Smith and Jane Doe

• Michael Angelo and Leonardo Da Vinci

• Pablo Picasso and Vincent Van Gogh

What is one of the key benefits of using expanded polystyrene for artists?

• It is extremely lightweight

• It is very expensive

• It is extremely heavy

• It is difficult to paint

What is the initial form of expanded polystyrene before it is processed?

• Powder

• Solid blocks

• Raw polystyrene beads

• Liquid resin

Which of the following is NOT a property of expanded polystyrene?

• It doesn't rot

• It can be cut with a hot wire

• It can be dissolved by organic solvents

• It rusts easily

For what event was a 16-foot horse sculpture made using expanded polystyrene?

• A film premiere

• Derby Day

• A music festival

• A wedding ceremony