Today's Class- Today we looked at all the completed comic strips from the class, after which I collected the projects to grade and return next week. I had the students fill out the course evaluation form, then we looked at the last slides of the semester- an overview of the history of sculpture. Then I introduced the final project of the semester, a graded project involving 3D art.
How to make this up- In class today each student received a randomly generated phrase by picking words out of two bags (nouns and modifying words and phrases). The project asks the student to interpret that phrase in any way that makes sense and create a sculptural piece around that theme. If you missed class today, the first thing you must do is get a randomly generated phrase from me. Contact me by e-mail and I'll pick 2 options for you, or wait until next week and pick from the bags yourself.
Once you have the phrase, you have two options for the project. Because this is the first time I am trying this with the Intro class, I don't have any previous examples of either option for this exact project to show you. However, I can post a few examples of student art of a similar nature.
Option #1- An open front box. This is based on the work of Joseph Cornell, who made box type works in the mid-20th century. The box is open in the front and is filled with a variety of 2D and 3D elements. These can be found objects or things you make yourself out of whatever materials you wish to use. Above is an example of such a box that I made out of materials from my basement, with the theme being the hardware store that my grandfather owned for many years. If you wish to make a box, it must be a minimum of 12 inches high, 12 inches wide, and 3 inches deep. You can use wood like I did, but cardboard will be fine. Three dimensional elements can rest on the bottom edge or shelves created inside,or be attached to the back, sides, or top. Two dimensional elements must also be present, as part of the box theme, and these can be drawn, painted, or collaged from other sources. Consider all the formal properties we've dealt with this semester- line, value, color, etc.
Option #2- A free standing sculpture. This would be a 3 dimensional work that is meant to be seen fully in the round, from any and all directions. It can be made out of any material you want (paper, cardboard, paper mache, wood, clay, etc) and can incorporate found objects, but must include some elements you make yourself. The final piece must be at least 12" tall in some part. You have the option of including an attached base, or make something that can stand on its own on your desk.
Below are some examples of two dimensional student works that also began with randomly generated phrases. I have included them to show how students have come up with images to interpret their concepts.
City of Zoo
Tangled Men
Homework- This graded three dimensional art project is due at the beginning of class on May 4, 2011, our last meeting of the semester. Because it is the last class meeting, no projects will be accepted after class ends.
For next class 4/27/11- This will be a general work day for students to use for any class related work. You may bring in materials to work on the final 3D project, and I'll be around to advise you on construction and interpreting your concept. Or you may work on any back project from the semester- if you know you missed days, check back through the blog and bring what you need to complete it. (keep in mind that it would be your responsibility to bring shoes, bottles, music, etc since I won't have them). You can also work on the extra credit project offered earlier in the semester (see February 16th), or even work on your museum paper, assuming that you have already made your museum visit.
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