ART 2510 - Sculpture I

3 sem hrs cr

This course provides the student with an introduction to the processes and techniques used in sculpture, including modeling, mold making, and plaster-and-wood construction. Six-hour studio course.

Transfer (UT) or Non-Transfer Course (UN): UT

1. Recognize the technical aspects of both additive and subtractive sculptural processes focusing on clay, plaster, and wood construction
2. Develop an art vocabulary specific to sculpture/3-D and implement through critiques, written work, and class discussions
3. Participate in studio experience and critique, examining the historical and contemporary significance of a variety of sculpture media
4. Constructively criticize own work as well as others’ through oral, written, and formal presentations

Specific Objectives

1. Understand multiple sculpture processes as a creative medium
2. Communicate effectively about the art sculpture through the description, analysis, interpretation, and judgement of art works
3. Apply critical thinking to three-dimensional visual problem solving
4. Identify the Formal Elements and Principles of Design when comparing works of art
5. Revise and edit projects at various stages in response to critical analysis
6. Prepare and create sculptural projects with an emphasis on process