Sculpture I syllabus

Art 3513 Sculpture I
Fall 2010, Room: HBFFAC # 161 TTR 1:00- 3:50pm

Instructor: Aaron Hauck, Office - HBFFAC 176, 580-559-5355, ahauck@ecok.edu
OFFICE HOURS: M 1:00 – 2:00, T 11:00 – 12:00, W 1:00 – 2:00, R 11:00 – 12:00 or by appointment

Course Objectives
This is an introduction to the characteristics of a variety of basic materials and processes in sculpture. The emphasis will be on the analysis of sculptural form, manipulation of material, personal expression and critical judgment. The class will explore both traditional and contemporary approaches to the discipline. Slide presentations and your own research will introduce you to historical and contemporary sculptors and methods.
Upon the successful completion of this course you should be able to:
Define common sculpture terms and use them as part of a working vocabulary
Manipulate and organize visual characteristics in space and recognize their relevance to content
Develop an understanding and critical thinking about sculpture within a historical context.
Use sculptural processes as a means of self-expression.

Blackboard
This course will utilize Blackboard. Course materials such as the syllabus and the grade book will be available there.

Class Blog (www.ecusculpture.blogspot.com)
You are required to contribute and interact with the ECU sculpture blog. You must first get a free gmail account and email me your address. At that point you will become a co-author of this blog. You will be able to add content at any time such as images of your work in this class, comments on your peers' work, and anything else that is sculpture related. It is expected that you take digital photos of your work in progress and post these images on a regular basis. In order to receive a grade for each assignment you must also post a photo(s) of the completed piece. You will also be required to make 4 thoughtful and ambitious entries that cover a significant sculptor or sculpture topic of your choice. The very first blog entry is a model (Tim Hawkinson).

Evaluation and Grading
60% based on finished projects produced in this class, which includes: on-time fulfillment of assignments, craftsmanship and ambition, and relevance to content.
30% based on overall attendance and work ethic, which includes safe work habits, clean-up, and participation in class and on the sculpture blog.
10% based on final exam (slide recognition; see list of artists below)

Critiques
Every project will be followed by a formal, group critique. During these critiques all students are expected to present their work to the group and discuss process, materials, and the work’s content and form. Students are expected to take part in a critical discussion of the work present. Critiques are mandatory. Being aware of when the critiques are and being present for them is essential! Critique dates will be announced in class and on the sculpture blog.

Attention: Attendance is required. More than 4 absences will result in the lowering of your final grade by one letter. Please be on time to class.

Studio Policy
Everyone is required to follow specific studio rules and safety regulations. Safety will be of the greatest importance when using hand or power tools. Each student should be able to identify safety procedures. Safety glasses are a requirement and should be at your reach at all times. Please locate the fire extinguisher, emergency eye wash, and the telephone. Do not wear flip-flops or loose fitting clothes. Each student will be responsible for clean-up after each class session and any other time work times. Clean-up includes returning tools and materials to their proper place, cleaning your work area, cleaning all tools including power tools. Each student will be responsible for the timely removal of their projects after each critique in order to receive a grade. We have a limited budget and limited space, therefore, this studio is not a place for home improvement projects. Failing to comply with safety and clean-up procedures will result in a serious reduction of your grade. I reserve the rights to prohibit the use of room 161 if these policies are neglected by the class at large.

Material and Supply List
Required: safety glasses, dust mask, a small sketchbook, your own pencil(s), wood glue, sand paper, work gloves, materials for all projects (wood, steel, found objects, etc.)
Optional: wood carving tools, sanding discs, clear polyurethane, wooden dowels, hot glue gun, X-acto knife, specialty hardware, wood stain, paint, paintbrushes, etc.
You are also encouraged to bring any tools that you have at home to use while in class. We have only a limited number of tools here in the studio. If you choose to bring tools, you will need to find a locker and secure the tools there after use or take them home with you. ECU is not responsible for theft. Write your name on each tool with a Sharpie.

Final Exam
It is impossible to make art while in a creative vacuum. Being aware of past and present sculptors is essential to your art production and personal expression. Please be aware of the following sculptors and be ready to identify their work on the final exam. I will show a slide of a piece that typifies each artist's style. You will be responsible for identifying who the artist is.

Constantine Brancusi
Henry Moore
Sol Lewitt
Isama Naguchi
Barbara Hepworth
Joel Shapiro
Mark de Suvero
Nancy Rubins
Maya Lin
Wim Delvoye
Tom Friedman
Marcel Duchamp
Claes Oldenburg
Christo
Richard Serra
Louise Nevelson
Sara Sze
Liza Lou
John Chamberlain
Deborah Butterfield
Martin Puryear
Auguste Rodin
Antony Gormly
Tony Cragg
Damien Hirst
Andy Goldsworthy
Tim Hawkinson
Ron Mueck

ADA Statement: East Central University is committed to providing equal access to University programs and services to all students. Under University policy, Federal, and State laws, students with documented disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations to ensure they are presented with an equal opportunity to perform in class. If anyone in this class has such a disability and needs special academic accommodations, please report to Student Support Services, Room 115, Administration Building as soon as possible. Reasonable accommodations may be arranged after Student Services has reviewed and verified your needs. Please do not hesitate to contact the instructor if you need any assistance in this process.

WAC Statement: In accordance with the university’s emphasis on writing proficiency, oral communication, and critical thinking all student produced writing and oral presentations will be expected to reflect clear content, coherent and organized structure, and adherence to the stylistic and mechanical standards articulated by the instructor.

OPTE/OSAT competencies met (either completely or in part) by this course: II. OSAT competencies: 003,005,007,008,009,010,011,012,013,016,017,018,019 and 020.