Sculpture
Code: S1212-22
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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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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.
Bronze and Aluminum Casting
Aug 22 - Sep 2, 2022
9AM-5PM
Concept
Experience a hands-on exploration of the lost wax foundry process and its many applications. Students learn the intricate stages of the foundry process: starting with hands-on wax modeling, gating, ceramic shell molds, melt out, furnace safety and operation, aluminum and bronze casting, demolding, tig welding aluminum and bronze, chasing, sandblasting, finishes, and patina. Classtime consists of in-depth demonstrations balanced with plenty of studio work time. Students explore making aluminum and bronze sculpture, however, the lost wax process can open the door to many creative and functional object-making directions that can be added to their toolbox.
Media
Microcrystalline wax, hot working tools for wax work, spruing and gating, ceramic shell, aluminum and bronze casting, demolding, tig welding aluminum and bronze, chasing, sandblasting, finishes and patina
Faculty
Samantha Pasapane
Samantha Pasapane is a sculptor who uses foundry methods, metal fabrication, concrete and mold making in her work. She received her BFA from Maryland Institute College of Art and her MFA from Rhode Island School of Design. Samantha has taught foundry and metal fabrication at RISD, Pratt Institute, the State University of New York, Purchase and currently works at Williams College.
Samantha Pasapane, Gurgle
Tuition: $1,400.00
Studio Fee: $250.00
Registration Fee: $45.00
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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
Supply List
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Sketchbook and pencils
Lodging & Meals
Anderson Ranch closely follows guidance released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the State of Colorado and the Pitkin County Health Department. In order to operate safely during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Anderson Ranch has made significant modifications to our housing and meal offerings.
Summer 2022 workshop participants ages 13 and up will be required to show proof of Covid-19 vaccination. Studio program participants are required to show proof that they have received the complete Covid-19 vaccine (i.e., two weeks have passed after receiving the second dose of either the Moderna or Pfizer MRNA vaccines or the single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine). Additionally, if six months have passed since completing the Moderna or Pfizer series or two months have passed since receiving the J & J vaccine, then a booster is also required. Ideally the booster would have been administered at least two weeks prior to coming to Anderson Ranch.
We have established a Business Safety Plan with added layers of precaution that prioritizes 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.
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.
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