Today's Class- We started today by reviewing some textbook definitions of sculpture, including various processes used. We then moved on to a discussion of the concept of symmetry and asymmetry, and examples of how they are used in three dimensional art. That was the starting point for a portfolio exercise that dealt with those concepts. We also took a walk over to the Bamboo show in the Burger Gallery, since it is relevant to some projects we'll be doing later this semester.
How to make this up- Students started by thinking about objects that demonstrate symmetry, and selecting one to turn into a three dimensional sketch made from bristol board. Above and below are two student examples from today's class. The specific requirements for this assignment, as well as additional student examples, can be found here.
This is a portfolio exercise, which must be made up by the end of the semester to receive full credit, though it's recommended you do it soon to get experience with the materials that will help when working on other projects.
Homework- The Make 100 Modules graded project is due at the beginning of class on February 11, 2014. If you haven't yet seen the Bamboo show at the Burger Gallery in the CAS building, I recommend you do so before it closes on Friday.
For next class 2/11/14- After a critique of the first graded project we will begin the second, which will make use of the idea of relief sculpture. Bring two small size (20" x 30") pieces of white foam core, x-acto knife and spare blades, white glue, a sketchbook, and pencil and eraser.
