This class is designed for the serious art student working toward the understanding and appreciation of three-dimensional form, the craft and techniques of the sculptor and the expressive content behind three dimensional works. In addition, the students will be given a historical overview of sculpture from its utilitarian beginnings to contemporary works. Assessment of student performance will be based on class work, development, handling of materials, sketches for project work, finished sculptural works, student research on a given topic or sculptor and exhibition or museum visits. This course stresses the creative thinking involved in three - dimensional media. Exercises reflect basic principles of modern sculpture.
Projects create additive and subtractive sculptures, functional and non - functional ceramics.
Media could include clay, wire, wood - carving, paper mache, and assemblage. Teaching demonstrations, handouts, videos and reference materials are used to guide the student. This course is designed to introduce the student to the complex process of filmmaking. The class is production based from concept through production, from documentary through experimental. The final is a completed film.