Three-Dimensional Design.

Catalog description

This course introduces students to the principles, processes, and materials often used to create three-dimensional work and prepares students for the sculpture course. Students use close observations to study geometric and organic objects and construct forms with materials such as cardboard, foam, plaster, or clay while exploring the spatial context of parts to the whole in good design. Issues of scale and proportion are introduced, followed by measuring, drafting, and fabrication/refabrication. Students learn basic mold-making techniques and complete a portrait study in clay. Additional assignments stress the three-dimensional design aspects of weight, mass, density, rhythm, and tension and how they may be used to recreate objects from life as well as produce work based on abstraction. Diverse work by sculptors and designers, with a range of approaches and processes for working three-dimensionally, are presented. Lectures, demonstrations, discussions, and critiques further engage students in their understanding of three-dimensional design. Additional homework beyond class meeting times may be required. Prerequisites: ENG 098 , FYE 101 , RDG 098 , or placement.