Intermediate: Individual Research: Request for Proposal (RFP)
A class of this level is a junior/senior level experience in sculpture. As such the student is responsible for developing and presenting a digital file and printed statement of their intentions for the rest of the semester. It should include a theme description, images of other artist’s works that are similar thematically, the materials and techniques believed appropriate […]
Hot Metal Casting: Lost Wax Process
Mission: (Project Description) Hollow lost wax casting method: A unique wax pattern will be developed using plaster and rubber molds. The wax pattern will be taken through the “Lost Wax Process” to create a unique bronze or aluminum sculpture with a patina or alternative finishing method. Individual students have a choice to cast a wax form presented from […]
Hot Metal Casting: Sand Molds
Mission: (Project Description) In this project the student will learn the process of developing a metal casting using a two-part sand resin bond mold. The first part of the project will be to create a pattern using a variety of methods and materials. Mixing sand and resins the student will create a mold. The mold […]
Plaster Carving Non Objective Form: Abstraction Morphing/Transformation
Mission: (Project Description) Using two forms build one, morphing the forms together to become a non-objective or abstract formal composition. The original forms are to be used as inspiration to assist in guiding the form. Use elements from each, yet develop your sculpture as a unique entity with an elegant form and a clean aesthetic. […]
Cardboard: Mechanical Objects to Cardboard Objects
In this project you are to use reclaimed cardboard to render everyday objects. The cardboard structures emphasize the importance of reusing and recycling materials and should provide an inspiring example of creative thought and innovation through repurposing materials. Mission: (Project Description) Your mission is to build a mechanical object from the structural and aesthetic qualities […]
Wood Transformation
Premise: In this project the student is asked to create a sculptural form from wood material. The form does not necessarily need to look like a specific thing. It may be non-objective if desired. If the goal is to create a representation of a real object, a model should be made available. As a basis […]