OBJECTIVES

The purpose of this class is to help you learn to see three dimensionally, think in terms of three dimensions and create in three dimensions. We will examine the concepts of design with emphasis on building a strong foundation in the organizing principles of design as well as an understanding of the basic elements of design. Little or no previous art experience is necessary. To accomplish our goals we will rely primarily on visual exercises and assignments. Because this is a "hands-on" class, you can expect your construction techniques and presentational skills to also improve.

    

        CRITIQUE  DATES             Art 112 Topics/Materials

        6th week             Serial Planes, 3 Shapes, Interlinking Lines

        9th week             Halloween/scale object (Fall) 
	
	12th week            Transparency & Opacity, Geometric Expression

        Last day of class     FINAL CRITIQUE, (best work from whole semester)       
                              Kinetic Toy / Sound Sculpture / Movable Union
                              Invention /Alter Car 
                              Kent State May 4th Memorial (Spring)

        Finals Week           Final Exam & clean-up 

REQUIREMENTS

• All students are expected to be present and working during class.
• I do take attendance.
• All assignments must be completed by the due date.
• Assignments may be redone up until the Final Critique date.
• Late assignments, if accepted, will be penalized a letter grade. They may not be redone.

GRADING

Your grade will primarily be based on your concepts, implementation and technical execution. The final grade will also include attendance, critique involvement and participation in the shop functions, e.g. clean-up and proper handling of tools and equipment.

MATERIALS

There are many possible materials which may be used in 3D design. Among them: matt board, tag board, cardboard, corrugated board, foam core, plastic sheeting, plywood, masonite, twigs, sheet metal, metal rods, glass, Plexiglas, water, wind, sound...

REFERENCE

Check out the holdings in the UWMC library. I have the following magazines you may read here. Sculpture, Maquette, Glass and Contemporanea. They are located by my studio door. There is a book of sculpture exhibition postcards located on the bottom shelf of the slanted library cart near my studio door. They are primarily from New York galleries.

COURSE CONTENT

Following are some of the topics we will explore within the context of the visual assignments:

        Organizing Principles of Design
        repetition
        variety
        rhythm
        balance
        emphasis
        economy
        proportion

        Basic Elements of 3D Design
        Space
        Line
        Light
        Form
        Texture
        Color
        Time

        Dimensions of 3D Design
        height
        width
        depth

PROFICIENCIES expected by the University of Wisconsin Centers Art Department 

   1.	CLEAR AND LOGICAL THINKING:  The use of rational thought .
		Analyze, synthesize, evaluate and interpret information
		and ideas.
		Construct and support hypotheses and arguments.
		Distinguish knowledge, values, beliefs, and opinions.
		Select and apply scientific and other appropriate methodologies.
		Integrate knowledge and experience to arrive at creative solutions.
		Articulate accurately strengths and weaknesses of one's own work.

   2.	EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION:  Proficiency in sharing knowledge 
		with others.
		Understand and communicate with people different from themselves.
		Learn independently, stimulating and satisfying intellectual curiosity.

   3.	AESTHETIC RESPONSE:  An enhanced awareness and appreciation of art.
		Employ and expand the imagination.
		Respond to the natural world and creative expression with knowledge and 	
		sensitivity.