Course Description
Sculpting the human form directly from the model.
Athena Title
Portrait and Figure Sculpture
Prerequisite
ARST 1080
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall and spring
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
This course in modeling the human in clay or other plastic material involves working directly from the nude human figure. Structure and anatomy are stressed with recognition of personal expression. Sensitivity toward the properties of the modeling medium, proportion, textural spontaneity, casting requirements, and composition are encouraged. This class requires dedication and hard work both in and out of the formal class times. Video, photography, drawing and a variety of approaches will be used in this course. Additionally, students are directed to the library for reserved and other readings and research sources. Assessment of overall accomplishment is formulated during intense discussion at studio critiques occurring regularly throughout the semester. Students and instructor interact as a group during these critiques.
Topical Outline
Students should: become aware of the complexity of the human form as a subject for sculpture, be introduced to the anatomy and expand structural knowledge of the body, become familiar with various modeling material, techniques, and tools, develop visual acuity required to create representational portraiture and figures from the life model.