Sculpture Curriculum

By Arthur Williams

The Beginning Sculpture curriculum explores a diverse range of media in sculpture, including traditional sculpting methods and the latest tools and techniques. The Studio Experiences in each chapter are designed to go beyond basic skills and enhance student learning through individual and group explorations. Lessons throughout the book focus on creating basic forms to develop technical skills through either additive (such as molding) or subtractive (such as carving) means.

Sculpture Curriculum Features:

• A diverse range of techniques and media, from plaster casting and riveting metal to found-object assemblage and installation
• Engaging historical and contemporary sculpture, with examples from the ancient sculptors of Mesoamerica to the immersive experience of installations
• Thought-provoking historical profiles that help students create a foundation to begin to understand their own place in art history
• In-depth analysis of how the elements of art and principles of design are used to create three-dimensional artworks
• Detailed illustrations of fundamental techniques, such as modeling a figure in clay
• Contemporary career profiles of working sculptors

Table of Contents

• Chapter 1: Introduction to Sculpture
• Chapter 2: Modeling
• Chapter 3: Molding
• Chapter 4: Casting
• Chapter 5: Carving
• Chapter 6: Construction and Assemblage
• Chapter 7: Installation and Collaboration
• Chapter 8: Portfolio, Exhibition, Education, Career
• Sculpture Timeline

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