Sculpture
Jun 21, 2010 - Jun 25, 2010 Nathalie Miebach
| Sculptural Weaving Explore and invent various ways of weaving into three-dimensions. Learn the fundamentals of sculptural weaving techniques based on traditions that go back thousands of years: twining, plaiting, coiling and random weave. Use traditional and non-traditional materials; learn to use these techniques as a springboard to adapt, integrate and explore your own sculptural interests and material choices. Every technique taught is complemented by slide lectures and discussions examining the adaptations and significance of weaves in contemporary and traditional cultures. ...more
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Jul 05, 2010 - Jul 09, 2010 Fred Tomaselli Tom Burckhardt
| Studio Critique Work at your own pace in the studio on original work, pausing daily for a 45-minute to one-hour discussion and critique. Topics are in-depth and wide-ranging including technique, concept and approach. ...more
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Jul 05, 2010 - Jul 09, 2010 Charles Long
| Project: radical discontinuity We explore the concept of radical discontinuity. We make works that do not follow linear narratives and are not in the service of constructing meaning. Instead we take our cues from other creative processes such as: chance compositions, accidents through experimentation, misreading of forms, presentations of emptiness, disregard of an object's identity and a whole host of non-intentional ways of making art. Free of ego and the expectations we place on art objects, we make art that facilitates an appreciation of experience, as makers and viewers. We find a way out of the predicament of contriving objects for an anticipated and consuming audience and create sculptures that obstinately resist their objectification. ...more
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Jul 05, 2010 - Jul 09, 2010 Walter Zurko
| Shaping Wood: the line between form and function The line between form and function has been widely explored in art and design, yet it remains a moving target. Come to create objects that further blur arbitrary and shifting classifications. We encourage curiosity, experimentation and a clear point of view as you modify milled lumber or found wood objects with shaping and carving techniques. We cover concept development, project design and fundamental hand tool techniques as well as safe operation of wood shop machinery. ...more
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Jul 12, 2010 - Jul 16, 2010 Diana Cooper
| From 2D to 3D & Back Again Explore the relationship between drawing and the third dimension. Drawing is treated as a circular path rather than a one-way street leading into the three-dimensional world. We investigate work in sculpture and installation to challenge and reinvigorate their relationships to drawing and vice versa. ...more
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Jul 12, 2010 - Jul 16, 2010 Joel Murphy
| The Scrapyard Challenge Enter the Scrapyard Challenge and build simple electronic projects (both digital and analog inputs) from found or discarded junk! At the end of this intensive workshop students present and demonstrate their creations. No electronics skills or technology experience is necessary to participate. ...more
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Jul 19, 2010 - Jul 30, 2010 David Kimball Anderson Tai Pomara
| Metal Fabrication Learn to plan, prepare, cut, fabricate and weld both ferrous and nonferrous metals. We use a specific, step-by-step, vocational sequence designed to serve all artists working three dimensionally. We also discuss developing the image, selecting appropriate materials and metal finishing - both patina and paint. ...more
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Jul 26, 2010 - Jul 30, 2010 Jane Lackey
| Material Drawing: adjusting tension How do you build or release metaphorical, physical and psychological tension? Through material choice, relationships, context and activity, to name a few. We explore using everyday fiber materials such as string, wire, tape, paper, cloth and elastic along with other found and favored hard and soft materials. We work between drawing and sculpture discovering how materials used in relationship can achieve meaningful degrees of tension and release. ...more
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Aug 02, 2010 - Aug 06, 2010 Rick Parsons
| Four Materials, Five Days Wood fabrication, metal fabrication, mixed media and plaster abstraction: these are four processes used today to make three-dimensional forms. We introduce sculptural materials, basic design principles and idea development in this fast-moving class. Students leave with a strong foundation for establishing a sculpture studio practice. ...more
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Aug 02, 2010 - Aug 06, 2010 Jane Lackey
| Material Drawing: adjusting tension - NEW SECTION ADDED! How do you build or release metaphorical, physical and psychological tension? Through material choice, relationships, context and activity, to name a few. We explore using everyday fiber materials such as string, wire, tape, paper, cloth and elastic along with other found and favored hard and soft materials. We work between drawing and sculpture discovering how materials used in relationship can achieve meaningful degrees of tension and release. ...more
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Aug 09, 2010 - Aug 13, 2010 Rebecca Hutchinson
| Paper Clay Sculpture Investigate paper clay as a sculptural medium. We demonstrate clay preparation, building techniques, surface and color, and firing and non-firing options, all to achieve qualities of translucency, weightlessness and sculpture-building ease. We emphasize technique and idea development and encourage individual ideas and conceptual directions. ...more
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Aug 23, 2010 - Sep 03, 2010 James Surls
| Sculpture Master Class Experience focused work time in the studio with a range of materials, group and individual critiques, and informative conversations with artist James Surls. We look at sculpture studio practice and how it applies specifically to each student. We discuss topics that are important to sculptors and artists working today. We mine James Surls' vast experience in order to learn more about studio practice including work habits, collector/gallery relationships, and formal concerns. ...more
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Aug 30, 2010 - Sep 03, 2010 K Cesark
| Encaustic Exploration: on and off the wall Explore encaustic in a wide variety of two- and three-dimensional applications. Using encaustic medium, encaustic paint, oil paint and found and fabricated objects, students move from two-dimensional painting to relief to sculpture and back to two dimensions again. Bring objects of interest, take chances, explore and discover new avenues for your work through this seductive and translucent medium. All artists - painters, photographers, sculptors, ceramicists and wood artists - will enjoy this open format class. ...more
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Sep 13, 2010 - Sep 24, 2010 Vivian Beer
| Metal Furniture Engage in an imaginative and physical experience with the powerful domestic landscape of furniture objects. We explore work that falls between function and sculpture, between practical construction and theoretical ideas. This is a master class where students gain skills with the material and observe the faculty working in the studio. ...more
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Doug, director since 1985, teaches, lectures, builds kilns and exhibits his art worldwide. He has served as ceramics program consultant to the United Nations, is a board member for the Carbondale Clay Center, and was invited, along with Takashi Nakazato, as guest artist to the Shigaraki Ceramics Research Institute. He received his B.F.A. and M.F.A. degrees in ceramics from Wichita State University and Alfred University in New York, respectively.
Call Doug at 970-923-3181 x238 or email him at dcasebeer@andersonranch.org.
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