Fall Semester 2011
Shop Monitor Hours
These are the hours when there will be a graduate student in the wood/ metal area, and it will be open for you to use the tools.
M & W 2:30-5:30 pm (Valeria)
T & Th 1:30-4:30 pm (Colin)
Fri & Sat 12-6 pm (C or V)
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Conjoined Structures (critique date 9/15)
Conjoined Structures
Using the pine wood we will rip in class on the table saw, you will construct two interdependent structures, neither of which can stand without the support of the other. Consider them drawings in space. Together they should occupy approximately the same volume as your body. You will use the miter saw to cut precise angles in the wood in order to create two individual volumes with contrasting formal characteristics (line, shape, texture). Care and precision in creating your angled joints is very important.
By 9/8, the wooden structures should be ready for a mini-critique.
The second part of the project is to consider the finish. You may paint your structure, carve away at the wood, or collage any materials you wish to use to the structures. Think about differentiating the two structures from each other, while at the same time creating a unified sculpture.
Finish Fetish: Peter Schjeldahl on California Minimalism
Structure & Collage: content overload-- Thomas Hirschhorn
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z10lijMYVQw
PROJECT SCHEDULE
WEEK 2
Tuesday 8/30 Intro to 1st project: Conjoined Structures (Wood)
Wood shop demo
Thursday 9/1 Work day
Project sketches due
WEEK 3
Tuesday 9/6 Work day
Thursday 9/8 Work day (in-progress critique)
WEEK 4
Tuesday 9/13 Work Day
Student Presentation
Thursday 9/15 Critique Conjoined Structures projects
Sunday, August 14, 2011
Student Presentation Guidelines
GUIDELINES
Each week the class will be assigned to read an interview or article about an artist from the list below. In addition, one student will become and expert on the artist of the week, and give a 15 minute presentation about the artist's work to the class. The presentation should consist of a short biography, an in-depth discussion of the artist's work including the artist's peers and influences, and discussion of at least three key artworks by the artist. You must present at least ten images, and your research must be original (not copied from Wikipedia, etc.) Presentations will begin the third week of class. Bring your images on a USB stick as JPEGS in numerical order.
You will be required to hand in a printed Works Cited sheet. Cite every book, article, video, etc. that contributed to your research. Here are the MLA standards for Works Cited.
http://www.studyguide.org/MLAdocumentation.htm
SCHEDULE & READINGS
Nate Kaplan--Louise Bougeoise--Week 5, Tuesday 9/20
http://www.jstor.org/stable/pdfplus/776230.pdf?acceptTC=true
Julia Webster--Thomas Hirschhorn--Week 6, Tuesday 9/27
https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=explorer&chrome=true&srcid=0BwmZ65ndzEDcYjA2NDcxZDktYjUwZC00MmRmLWI1NWYtZTUwM2YzYTg3NzY4&hl=en_US
Nader Arab-Ai Wei Wei--Week 7, Tuesday 10/4
https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=explorer&chrome=true&srcid=0BwmZ65ndzEDcNjMxMzY3NmUtNTUxOC00NDZmLWIzODItMTI5YTdjNWZlMzhm&hl=en_US
Joy Pullias--Robert Smithson--Week 9, Tuesday 10/18
http://www.robertsmithson.com/essays/interviews.htm
Alex Becker--Rachel Harrison--Week 10, Tuesday 10/25
http://bombsite.com/issues/105/articles/3178
Nicole Lopez--Los Carpinteros--Week 11, Tuesday 11/1
http://www.loscarpinteros.net/english_press/english_sculpture.html
Joseph Mardini--Takashi Murakami--Week 13, Tuesday 11/15
http://www.jca-online.com/murakami.html
Vincent Rao--Cristo and Jeanne-Claude--Week 14, Tuesday 11/22
http://ngm.nationalgeographic.com/ngm/0611/voices.html
Francesca Giordano--Do Ho Suh--Week 15, Tuesday 11/29
http://www.pbs.org/art21/artists/suh/clip1.html
Each week the class will be assigned to read an interview or article about an artist from the list below. In addition, one student will become and expert on the artist of the week, and give a 15 minute presentation about the artist's work to the class. The presentation should consist of a short biography, an in-depth discussion of the artist's work including the artist's peers and influences, and discussion of at least three key artworks by the artist. You must present at least ten images, and your research must be original (not copied from Wikipedia, etc.) Presentations will begin the third week of class. Bring your images on a USB stick as JPEGS in numerical order.
You will be required to hand in a printed Works Cited sheet. Cite every book, article, video, etc. that contributed to your research. Here are the MLA standards for Works Cited.
http://www.studyguide.org/MLAdocumentation.htm
SCHEDULE & READINGS
Nate Kaplan--Louise Bougeoise--Week 5, Tuesday 9/20
http://www.jstor.org/stable/pdfplus/776230.pdf?acceptTC=true
Julia Webster--Thomas Hirschhorn--Week 6, Tuesday 9/27
https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=explorer&chrome=true&srcid=0BwmZ65ndzEDcYjA2NDcxZDktYjUwZC00MmRmLWI1NWYtZTUwM2YzYTg3NzY4&hl=en_US
Nader Arab-Ai Wei Wei--Week 7, Tuesday 10/4
https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=explorer&chrome=true&srcid=0BwmZ65ndzEDcNjMxMzY3NmUtNTUxOC00NDZmLWIzODItMTI5YTdjNWZlMzhm&hl=en_US
Joy Pullias--Robert Smithson--Week 9, Tuesday 10/18
http://www.robertsmithson.com/essays/interviews.htm
Alex Becker--Rachel Harrison--Week 10, Tuesday 10/25
http://bombsite.com/issues/105/articles/3178
Nicole Lopez--Los Carpinteros--Week 11, Tuesday 11/1
http://www.loscarpinteros.net/english_press/english_sculpture.html
Joseph Mardini--Takashi Murakami--Week 13, Tuesday 11/15
http://www.jca-online.com/murakami.html
Vincent Rao--Cristo and Jeanne-Claude--Week 14, Tuesday 11/22
http://ngm.nationalgeographic.com/ngm/0611/voices.html
Francesca Giordano--Do Ho Suh--Week 15, Tuesday 11/29
http://www.pbs.org/art21/artists/suh/clip1.html
Saturday, August 13, 2011
Fall Semester 2011 Syllabus & Schedule
INTRO TO SCULPTURE
SPRING 2011 TTh 3:00-5:30 PM
University of Miami, College of Arts & Sciences
Department of Art & Art History
Christy Gast
Lecturer, Sculpture
Email: c.gast@miami.edu
Phone: 305-284-2145
BULLETIN DESCRIPTION
Integrated approach to concept development, craftsmanship and appropriate use of materials. (3 credits) Prerequisites: ART 101 and 104 or permission of instructor.
RATIONALE & COURSE OBJECTIVES
This course is an introduction to issues of sculpture and the sculptural process. It will consist of lectures, discussions, demonstrations, critiques, problem-solving assignments, and primarily, supervised studio work which will broaden your understanding of object making and the role it occupies in the contemporary art world. During this course, you will complete four projects, which will introduce you to a variety of materials, processes, and techniques, and a research presentation on a contemporary sculptor.
ATTENDANCE & GRADING POLICY
The University of Miami has no provision for unexcused absences. Attendance at all classes is expected. All excuses are to be submitted in writing for the instructor's approval. This is a studio class- you will receive 3 credit hours for 6 attendance hours per week, which means that attendance is paramount. More than 2 absences will seriously affect your grade. Each absence after the 2 will result in deduction of half a letter from your final semester grade. In addition, students are expected to spend time outside of class (approximately 6 hours per week) in order to successfully resolve the projects. Late projects will also cause grade deflation, as it is unfairto those who do stay within the set boundaries. I would encourage you to not miss classes unless you really have to; your projects will reflect the time you invest and you are more likely to excel if you attend class regularly and use your time well. You will receive a mid-term evaluation and a final grade for this course. Your final grade will be a compilation of your class participation, technical execution, artistic development throughout the semester, and creative problem-solving abilities. Much of this will be based upon our interactions in class, so I encourage you to attend class, assert yourself regarding questions and ideas, and embrace the projects with attention, imagination, and enthusiasm. The following are some of the criteria I will use in evaluating your projects:
1. DESIGN: the visual and conceptual aspects of the work
• Originality, inventiveness, innovation
• Concept; level of complexity; effectiveness of solutions, creative problem solving
• Appropriate use of chosen materials
• Composition/form
• Marriage of concept and form
2. TECHNIQUE: the physical aspect of the work
• Quality of construction
• Effective use of materials and techniques; mastery and appropriate use of techniques
• Attention to details; finishing touches; purposeful finish
EXPECTATIONS
Students are expected to come to class on time and ready to work. Students who leave class to get materials they need for their projects will be counted as "absent." Reading assignments will be handed out the day prior to discussion in class. I will keep track of each student's participalion in classroom discussions and critiques as well as attendance. Just showing up is not enough; you must be present in mind as well as body.
House rules:
1) Be on time.
2) No phones, iPods, sleeping, or disruptive behavior.
3) Be responsible; clean up after yourself. This is a community studio.
4) Work safely.
If you have any problems, questions or special needs, please make an appointment to speak with me immediately.
SAFETY INFORMATION
Students in this course may find themselves working in the shop using a variety of power and handheld tools, which may cause injury. Students should use the shop only after having received an orientation in the use of such equipment and when supervised by faculty or shop personnel. Other students cannot train you on the use of the machinery. Students or other persons not enrolled in this course will not be allowed to use the equipment. You must wear enclosed shoes at all limes when working in the studio, and you must wear leather shoes when using the welding equipment. Bring shoes to keep in your locker, because you will not be allowed to work without proper footwear. Also, you must wear eye protection when working with any tool. Gloves must not be worn when using any power tool.
HONOR CODE
Students will be bound by the University of Miami Honor Code. All artwork must be original and created in this class during this term.
DISABILITIES
Reasonable accommodation will be made for those with documented disabilities.
SCHEDULE
WEEK 1
Thursday 8/25 Intro to course
WEEK 2
Tuesday 8/30 Intro to 1st project: Conjoined Structures (Wood)
Wood shop demo
Thursday 9/1 Work day
Project sketches due
WEEK 3
Tuesday 9/6 Work day
Thursday 9/8 Work day
WEEK 4
Tuesday 9/13 Work Day
Student Presentation
Thursday 9/15 Critique Conjoined Structures projects
WEEK 5
Tuesday 9/20 Introduce 2nd Project: Soft Sculpture (Self Portrait)
Sewing & textile demo, practice sewing
Student Presentation
Thursday 9/22 Work Day
Sketches due
WEEK 6
Tuesday 9/27 Work Day
Student Presentation
Thursday 9/29 Work Day
WEEK 7
Tuesday 10/4 Work Day
Student Presentation
Thursday 10/6 Work Day
WEEK 8
Tuesday 10/11 Critique Soft Sculpture (Self Portrait)
Thursday 10/13 Introduce 3rd project: Body Bridge
Welding demo (oxy-acetyline)
Practice welding
WEEK 9
Tuesday 10/18 Work Day
Sketches due
Student Presentation
Thursday 10/20 Work Day
WEEK 10
Tuesday 10/25 Work Day
Student Presentation
Thursday 10/27 Work Day
WEEK 11
Tuesday 11/1 Work Day
Student Presentation
Thursday 11/3 Work Day
WEEK 12
Tuesday 11/8 Critique 3rd Project: Body Bridge
Intro to final project: Multiples
Thursday 11/10 Intro to mold making: Press molds and two-part molds
Work Day
WEEK 13
Tuesday 11/15 Work Day
Sketches Due
Thursday 11/17 Work Day
WEEK 14
Tuesday 11/22 Work Day
Thursday 11/24 no class, Thanksgiving break
WEEK 15
Tuesday 11/29 Work Day
Thursday 12/1 Work Day
FINAL EXAM
STUDIO CLEANUP DATE TBD (Participation is mandatory)
NOTE: Attendance at the final critique and cleanup is required. Make sure you do not buy your plane ticket to go home before the final exam.
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