2012-13 course introduction

Course Objective:

This course is designed to introduce you to 3-dimensional thinking and a wide range of basic sculpture techniques. You will learn how to develop ideas and speak critically about your sculpture and that of your classmates, through critique and familiarization with other contemporary sculptors.

Grading

A = Excellent work, mastered technical skills and conceptual ideas
B = Above average, skilful use of materials combined with a good concept
C = Average, competent execution of craftsmanship and ideas with no
outstanding qualities.
D = Below average, poor execution of ideas with little or no attention to
detail.
F = Work is deficient in all areas.

o Work that is turned in late will receive one full grade lower than is deserved, due to failure to complete assignments on time.
o Throughout the semester, all work can be improved upon using the suggestions given in critiques.
o Critiques are extremely important for everyone in the class. Active participation is essential and will be graded.
o If you miss a critique due to an excused absence, it is your responsibility to bring the project to the very next class and show it to your teachers.

Attendance

This course involves experiential learning. Attendance is mandatory. You are expected to be in class on time, and for the full length of the class. Critiques are viewed as exam days! You will be notified of exam days at the time assignments are given.

Please feel free to contact either of us via e-mail or at school if you have any questions regarding the class throughout the course of the semester.

In Addition

You will often be required to collect materials for your sculptures. Be prepared to bring large projects to and from school on Fridays, it is a good idea to bring extra shopping bags to class. In the sculpture classroom, you must always wear closed-toed shoes, not sandals or flip flops. If you miss class on the day a new project is assigned, look at the blog for instructions. It is your responsibility to get materials from Mr. Lambert or Ms. Gast and turn in your project on time. Failure to do so will result in a lower grade.

Here are some videos by and about sculptors:

Iza Genzken exhibition
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TGziqGhMDHQ

Fritz Haeg: Edible Estates
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhyCp28DNn0

Nick Cave
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PwupTQt9zxY

Tom Sachs NASA


Amy Yoes
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Modification & Collapse

Rear-View Mirror
Gabriel Orozsco
Kiki Smith
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Sound Suits...crit May 18

Assignment: Sound Suits

Schedule

Homework Due May 7: Look at lots of pictures, videos, and articles about Nick Cave's Soundsuits. Get to know them really well. Make sketches for your wearable sculpture, and bring materials that you want to work with to class.

May 11: Sound Suit Studio Day

May 18: CRITIQUE/ flash mob? 

This is a big project. You will have two in-class work days to complete it. It will count for 2 grades (one for your project critique and one for being prepared & working in class). For this project, make a wearable sculpture that covers your whole body. Look at the artist Nick Cave's Soundsuits for inspiration, but make the idea your own. Try to incorporate sound into your project. We will have a parade for the critique, so make sure you can see.  

Get to know sculptor Nick Cave from Chicago, and his Soundsuit series. Don't confuse the sculptor with the musician with the same name.





Last year's projects

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