Sculpture & Other Media
Sculpture & Other Media supports traditional, experimental, and interdisciplinary approaches to three-dimensional studio art practices. Students use critical thinking exercises in a variety of applications and practices include woodworking, casting in concrete or plaster, welding and fabrication of metals, glass blowing or lampwork, found object assemblage, as well as new media applications of sound and video.
Materials List
Classes not listed here will either have required materials in the class description, discuss needed materials during the first class, or the materials will be supplied.
Class details (meeting times, tuition, etc.) are listed below.
Sculpture, Glass, Wood Class Notes
Currently, open studio for classes in sculpture, welding, glass, and other media is not permitted at this time.
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Opens August 6
9:00am
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Opens August 13
9:00am
Sculpture Classes - Fall 2024
Course Description
Learn the basic skills required for welding metal-to-metal for use in simple repairs or sculptural projects. Students will learn to use MIG welders and plasma cutters. Scrap metal will be provided for practice, or you can supply your own metal for specific projects. See Website for a list of materials.
Course Description
This introductory class covers how to create mosaic art. Create beautiful, decorative wall relief or sculptural pieces using found objects, glass, marbles, stones, mirrors, dishes, and tiles. Students receive instruction in the use of mosaic tools, various supplies, and techniques from tile-cutting to tile-setting. The instructor will cover how armatures for mosaics can be created, as well as art of mosaic and its role in history. No previous experience is necessary. Includes some materials; please see website for a list of suggested materials.
Course Description
Learn the basics of table making by building an end table for your home. You will have the opportunity to laminate a hardwood top, cut tapered legs, and join table aprons to legs using simple joinery methods. The class will give you hands-on experience with both power and hand tools, including the table saw, band saw, jointer, thickness planer, drill press, router, hand planes, card scrapers, and chisels. Includes some materials; see website for a list of items needed and please bring a bag lunch.
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