ART 0341 - Sculpture Foundry

Fall 3 Credit Hours
An intermediate sculpture course focusing on plaster mold making and introducing the materials and techniques used in traditional (lost wax) as well as contemporary sculptural casting processes. Model making, investment, casting, chasing, and mounting of aluminum and/or bronze sculptures are covered. The course consists of lecture, research, studio projects, verbal and written critiques, and/or discussions. There may be additional supply costs in addition to course fees. Six studio hours per week. Lab fee required. Prerequisite: ART 0211 or approval of instructor.