Interdisciplinary Arts 0229 - Object and Environment

In this course students will explore sculpture through the lense of assemblage, found objects, collections and archives. We will explore ideas of appropriation, adhocism sculptural object as a self-contained form and as an element within a found or created environment. Traditional materials such as steel, wood, plaster and concrete will be taught concurrently with more ephemeral materials including paper, wire mesh and found materials. Ideas originating within the traditions of modernism, postmodernism, minimalism, post minimalism, installation art and public art will be introduced through slide lectures, readings and independent research. The course will culminate in an independent project. An introductory level course in sculpture is recommended Keywords:Sculpture, Art, Making

Lab/Materials fee:$90 Students should expect to spend 6-8 hours weekly on work and preparation outside of class time