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• ART 265: Printmaking Printing by Hand

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Investigates methodologies of printing by hand as a form of visual communication. Students learn and practice the medium's expressive potential, create various matrixes, use varied printing techniques, and are introduced to the discipline's professional practices. Students are exposed to a variety of subjects, conceptual frameworks, and historical precedents, including non-Western traditions. Studio sessions include extensive work with printmaking materials, individual instruction and group critique, demonstrations, and lectures.
  ShareART 265 - Printmaking Printing by Hand

• ART 270: Sculpture I

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Investigates sculpture as a form of visual communication. Students explore the medium's expressive potential, use varied printing techniques, and are introduced to the discipline's professional practices. Students are exposed to varied subjects, conceptual frameworks, and historical precedents, including non-Western traditions. Studio sessions include extended work with sculpture materials, individual instruction and group critique, demonstrations, and lecture.
  ShareART 270 - Sculpture I

• ART 271: Sculpture II

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Builds on the skills and concepts covered in Sculpture I, this course further develops sculptural concepts, materials, and processes. Emphasis will be given to the social, cultural, and aesthetic context of the work. Writing, research, class discussion, and critique are integral to the course.
  ShareART 271 - Sculpture II

• ART 272: Sculpture: Wood & Metal

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Engages in sculpture fabrication methods using wood, and metal. The students learn varied construction techniques using the wood-working equipment and metal-working equipment. Class assignments address contemporary concepts and foster personal expression. Students learn safe practices in the studio. Studio sessions include technical instruction, studio work time, and development of concepts through research, class discussion, group critique and lecture.
  ShareART 272 - Sculpture: Wood & Metal

• ART 273: Sculpture: The Figure

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Engage in figurative sculpture and connect with the history of figurative sculpture. Techniques include but are not limited to, modeling, additive fabrication, mold-making, and casting. Students will research how they can use the figure to relay conceptual ideas. Studio sessions include technical instruction, studio work time, and development of concepts through research, class discussion, group critique and lecture.
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• ART 274: Sculpture: Mixed Media

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Explores the use of alternative materials, in creating sculptural objects and safe studio practices. The class will include but is not limited to, carving techniques, various ways of fastening materials, the incorporation of found objects, nontraditional materials, mold-making, site-specificity, and installation. Studio sessions include technical instruction, studio work time, and development of concepts through research, class discussion, group critique and lecture.
  ShareART 274 - Sculpture: Mixed Media

• ART 275: ?Sculpture: New Technologies

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Explore the use of new techniques and technologies in the production of three-dimensional objects, by investigating the intersection of digital media, sculpture, and design. Includes but is not limited to, the use of 3D printing, laser cutting, sound, and video projection incorporated into physical environments. Studio sessions include technical instruction, studio work time, and development of concepts through research, class discussion, group critique, and lecture.
  ShareART 275 - ?Sculpture: New Technologies

• ART 276: Sculpture: Clay & Plaster

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Explores sculptural methods using clay and Plaster as a primary medium. Students will develop sculpting skills using additive and subtractive modeling techniques. Students will develop preliminary sketches and maquettes for each sculpture project. Studio class time includes technical instruction, concept development and lecture, making assigned sculpture projects, group discussion, concept development, in-progress and finished-work critiques. Research for the individual projects is essential for success.
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• ART 277: Sculpture: Composite Mtrls

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Explore 3D design and assemblage methods for creating sculptural objects using composite "home building" supplies and related materials. Construction materials may include, but are not limited to, plywood, milled lumber products, concrete, conduit, PVC Pipe, sheet metal and assorted hardware. Students learn a wide variety of construction techniques while repurposing nontraditional materials into figurative and non-figurative sculptural forms. Studio class time includes instruction and demonstrations, sculpture development, group and individual critiques, and 3D concept-building skills.
  ShareART 277 - Sculpture: Composite Mtrls

• ART 281: Multicultural Crafts

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Explores and examines a variety of 2-D and 3-D crafts ideas from around the world. Projects will span ancient history through contemporary time. Students will be required to work with a variety of materials and equipment. Students will learn how the applied arts fit within the concept of and relate to fine art.
  ShareART 281 - Multicultural Crafts