Sculpture
Code: S0404-21
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II
Level II
Students have a basic knowledge of 3-D art making and sculpture concepts and are comfortable using a variety of hand and power tools. Students have taken one or two sculpture classes or workshops.
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III
Level III
Students have experience with a variety of materials and fabrication techniques and know how to use hand and power tools competently and safely. Students are self-starting with some formal training in critical aspects of sculpture and have completed a portfolio of work. Students have taken a minimum of three classes or workshops.
Alter-Ego: casting, wood, wire & fabric
Jun 28 - Jul 2, 2021
9AM-5PM
Concept
Investigate an object’s ‘alter-ego’ to conceptualize and realize new sculptures, incorporating plaster casting, sheet wood fabrication, wire and fabric construction with an experimental approach. How might one play with, or subvert, the conspicuous aesthetic and functional characteristics of everyday objects to make new meaning? How can a sculpture draw out an object’s latent emotional, psychological or symbolic life? Considerations of scale, material and abstraction within the interrelated histories of product design, studio craft and fine art enable such shifts and contribute to the meanings one derives from objects and sculptures alike.
Media & Techniques
Found objects, plaster casting, sheet wood fabrication, wire and fabric construction
Supply ListFaculty
Stefanie Victor
Stefanie Victor’s work has been included in exhibitions at MoMA PS1, Klaus Von Nichtssagend, Participant, Inc, and the Drawing Center, New York. Recent exhibitions of her work have taken place at Capital, San Francisco, CA, and Adams and Ollman, Portland, OR.
Zakriya Rabani
Zakriya Rabani is a first-generation human. Given a different last name than both of his parents, he has grown as a Southwest Floridian with influences consisting of the relentless repetitive nature of the blue-green crashing waves, the push for strategic explosions of energy in the world of sport and competition, and an obsession of contending with present-day educational/institutional structures. Zakriya has a love for sharing information and experiences through storytelling and teaching.
Stefanie Victor, Untitled (eyes for Geta 1)
Join Waitlist for Alter-Ego: casting, wood, wire & fabric
Thank you for your interest in the waitlist. When space in a workshop or program becomes available, registration will open on the website. Everyone on the waitlist will be emailed to alert them of the opening. This ensures that everyone has an equal opportunity to register for the workshop or program.
Sculpture
Express your creativity and vision by exploring the limitless art of sculpture. At Anderson Ranch, our sculpture program offers a vibrant spectrum of workshops that reflect a variety of studio practices. At the confluence of tradition and technology, these programs are material and technique-rich, ranging from classical metal fabrication to experimental digital production.
Students work in communal and interactive studios designed for all levels of experience, supporting traditional and nontraditional methods. The sculpture studios are fully equipped with advanced machinery and offer additional outdoor covered workspace.
Our renowned sculpture faculty work closely with students through critical discussions, material demonstrations and individual assistance. Instructors encourage exploration and experimentation, emphasizing process and idea development. We complement this with a focus on process and sound construction. You leave with far more than finished pieces—you walk away with the tools and inspiration required to elevate your studio practice.
Workshop Details
Workshop Supplies
For general information about studio access, shipping, and more, please visit our info page.
If you have any questions regarding your supplies for your workshop, please contact William Lanzillo, [email protected].
Lodging & Meals
Housing is limited and includes shared and private lodging options. Reservations will be managed on a first-come, first-served basis. The earlier you reserve housing, the better your chance of receiving your preferred option. Please note: Workshop costs do not include accommodations.
NEW: Tuition includes a welcome dinner and lunches. In our effort to foster a stronger sense of community and accessibility at Anderson Ranch, we include the welcome dinner and all lunches as part of the tuition for summer workshop students. Our hope is that this adjustment will encourage all students to come together to share meals and engage in meaningful conversations. The Ranch Café Meal Plan, which is included with Room and Board fees, strives to provide healthy, creative meals that will nourish your artistic creativity. Learn more.
We have established a Business Safety Plan with added layers of precaution that prioritize the health and safety of our staff, students, faculty and guests while continuing to provide you with the Anderson Ranch experience that you know and enjoy.
Scholarships, College Credit & Discounts
Making Art Accessible
Applications for scholarship support are encouraged. Specific scholarships are funded by Ranch supporters, either through endowed funds or special gifts.
Many colleges and universities offer college credit for workshops taken at Anderson Ranch. Discounts are available for students and teachers.
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