Sculptures
One participant acts as a 'sculptor' who positions other group members into a static scene that represents a situation or dynamic. The resulting human tableau is then interpreted and discussed by the observers, revealing new perspectives on difficult or contested situations. Particularly powerful when a group has formed opposing sides.
Comment l'animer
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Explain the method: one person will be the sculptor and will use everyone else as their 'material'.
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Select a volunteer sculptor. Give them a situation or let them choose one relevant to the group.
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The sculptor positions other participants physically — adjusting posture, position, and expression — to create a frozen scene representing the situation.
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The remaining group members observe and share what they see: Who has power? What's the relationship? What's missing?
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Invite another participant to re-sculpt the same situation differently — a new perspective emerges.
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Debrief: What did the different sculptures reveal? What felt true? What surprised us?
Conseils
Check comfort levels before starting — physical positioning requires psychological safety.
Coach the sculptor to make the scene specific and concrete, not symbolic.
This is not for shy groups. Gauge the room before introducing it.
Variantes
Ask the 'subject' of the sculpture to then rebuild the scene as they wish it were — creates a powerful contrast.
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