Sculpture
Code: S1010-22
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Open to All
Students of any skill and knowledge level.
Soft Sculpture: Textiles and Form
Aug 8 - 12, 2022
9AM-5PM
Concept
This experimental soft sculpture workshop walks students through the process of making free-standing objects using a variety of found and procured textiles that are sewn and stuffed. The works of Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen can inspire students to create soft sculptures based on everyday objects or students may choose to sew abstract forms. The goal is to transform—through scale and material—not just the object’s physicality, but the viewer’s relationship to it and perception of it. If making an abstract work, students transform a drawing into a three-dimensional form considering volume, color and pattern.
Media
Soft sculpture, textiles, basic hand tools, machine sewing
Supply ListFaculty
Addoley Dzegede
Addoley Dzegede is a Ghanaian-American artist investigating notions of belonging, location, hybrid identities and the idea of “authenticity” through a variety of media. Her interests lie in the metaphoric potential of materials, textile traditions in her ancestral histories and the ways color and pattern are used as a means to assign belonging. She received a BFA from the Maryland Institute College of Art.
Addoley Dzegede, Currentcy
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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
Many of the items you'll need are available in the ArtWorks Store. Please click "View Full Supply List" to see a comprehensive list of items you'll need for this workshop.
Sketchbook and pencils
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. There is no housing or meals available for Fall Studio Sessions Studio Practice programs.
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The Ranch Café meal plan that is included with Room and Board fees strives to provide healthy, creative meals that will nourish your artistic creativity. The meal plan includes 5 days of continental breakfasts that will include a hot offering, 5 lunches with a selection of offerings, and 5 dinners.
Health & Safety
Beginning February 2023, Anderson Ranch will no longer require proof of Covid-19 vaccination for studio and artistic program participants. For your own safety as well as the safety of our community, we highly encourage all program participants to be up to date with their vaccinations for COVID-19 as well as the flu vaccine. We also encourage you to carry health and traveler’s insurance.
Scholarships, College Credit & Discounts
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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.