Interdisciplinary Arts 0280 - Sculpture Mold Making and Casting

This studio course introduces intermediate level sculpture and studio art concentrators to mold making and casting processes. Students will be exposed to a range of cast sculpture, both historic and contemporary, via books and slide lectures. Through assignments and independent work, students will explore the process of mold making and casting through a range of different materials including Plaster, Latex rubber, Urethane rubber, and thermoplastics. Students will research historical and contemporary artists who utilize casting and present relevant work for class discussion. The course will culminate in an ambitious independent project.

Independent Work Lab fee: $135. Prerequisites: Intro to Sculpture or Object and Environment. Students can expect to spend 6 to 8 hours weekly on work and preparation outside of class time.