Perception
Figurative Sculpture Project
Inspiration behind the project...
"Miniature Serena"
Carole Feuerman
"Continuum"
Susan Clinard
"Cat Sings to the Acolytes"
Tricia Cline
Statement from the Curator...
First off, creating figurative sculpture well has a long learning curve – the anatomy takes years to seep in, the materials and processes themselves are complex. But getting to that point only gives you a technical foundation, and much work ends up looking like a pale rendition of sculpture already done so powerfully in centuries past.
While it may well be possible to forge ahead without a strong foundation and still make good art, my effort for this show has been to find people who are hitting on all those cylinders—strong anatomical and sculptural foundations and a strong source of Idea, masterfully realized. The resulting work connects to a deep place inside us, transforms the space around us, speaks from a focused center to our current and enduring concerns. And it does all this while innovating, giving us something we haven’t seen before. For me, this is the definition of great contemporary art.
- Bob Clyatt
"Everything"
Emil Alzamara
"Tanya"
Bernard Rowan
"External Assist"
Emil Alzamara
Part 1: Visual Diary
Step 1: Research (10)
- Research two artists from the above mentioned exhibition. Complete the following questions about each one:
- Artists' Name
- Artwork Title:
- Medium:
- Date:
- Describe what you see.
- How are the elements of art visible on this sculpture?
- Talk about the scale of the artwork:
- What do you think is the meaning of this work? What symbolism do you think it has? Explain or motivate your answer.
- How does the medium influence its meaning?- Complete a set of figure drawings during class time
- Collect 10 examples of figurative sculptures
Step 2: Planning (30)
Here are some specific VD requirements:
- brainstorming possible ideas - rough draft (1 page)
- source image (1 page)
- theme proposal/intention and explanation (1page)
- 2 rough sketches (2 pages)
- process images (1-2 pages) As you are working on your sculpture I am expecting you to document it. Take pictures of your sculpture as you work on it, and paste them into your diary
- Due: May 9
Step 3: Reflection (10)
Due: May 21
Overall Presentation of Visual Diary (10)
Make sure that each component of the project has been completed in detail, and that you have done so to the best of your ability. I am expecting your best.
Part 2: Artwork
PROJECT BRIEF (50)
Note: When you create an artwork, it is best to create something that you can directly relate to, something from your own experience or perception. This makes your artwork more authentic and 'real'.
Specifications:
- As this is a figurative sculpture project, you need to include the element of the human form or human experience (ie emotion)
- The aim of figurative sculpture is to create an artwork that is anatomically correct. However, if your idea or theme requires you to sway from this element, it is okay. Please note that this is not an easy way out, rather you would need to justify your motivations more thoroughly.
- You may not represent an anime figurine, or a character. Again the aim of figurative sculpture is to represent the human form and the human experience, not a fantasy.
- You will be using clay for this project.
- Maximum size 20 x 20 x 20 cm
- Due date: MAY 22, 2013 (Sculpture 1)
MAY 21, 2013 (Sculpture 2)
"Perfectly Naked"
Chris Smith
"Expantion"
Paige Bradley
"Self portrait"
Sequayah Aono