3D-Media

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The intermediate twelve-week course provides an introduction to the basic concepts and techniques of sculptural practice through individual student research, technical demonstrations, discussion of readings, technical exercises, and hands-on project development, within the context of a collaborative studio environment. As well, students develop a critical and constructive approach to critiques, time management skills, a professional attitude toward creating and presenting sculpture, and creative approaches to problem solving. The first and second year course is taught in a large studio with shared workstations and storage cupboards.

In third year, two twelve-week sculpture courses provide students with an opportunity to explore their individual interests through an in-depth focus on development of conceptual ideas and technical skill. In the fall term students will create artworks related to three-dimensional space and the exploration of contemporary artistic practices. Technical demonstrations will be conducted in more complex techniques and equipment use. Research of a social, cultural, historical and/or theoretical nature will accompany each project. This advanced course provides for individual student studio spaces and a separate work studio. In the winter term students will work in advanced sculpture processes combined with time-based media, such as video and sound, to create both discrete projects and installation.

Facilities

The woodshop is well equipped with a wide range of floor equipment and hand tools. All BFA students share this facility.

The metal shop is equipped for MIG welding, Oxy/Acetylene welding and cutting, Plasma-arc cutting and finishing of metal sculpture.

Equipment

• Stationary TIG welder, AC/DC Arc, Oxy/acetylene torches, Gas forge, Grinders, buffers, and various equipment for fabricating and forming both ferrous and non-ferrous metals Ventilation.