Metal Casting
Summer quarter
Faculty: Bob Woods sculpture
Fields of Study: visual arts
Summer: CRN (Credit) Level 40083 (8) First Session
Credits: 8(Su)
Class Standing: Freshmen - Senior
Offered During: Day and Evening
Description
In this program, participants will learn about the production of sculpture as well as everyday objects through the process of casting. Students will design and construct models in plaster, clay, and wax. We will experience the process of sand casting in aluminum. We will do plaster molding, wax fabrication, and investing for (the ultimate) lost wax casting in bronze. After the work of de-gating and chasing, we will experiment with various patina applications for final presentation. This is a process-intensive studio class where we turn ideas into bronze. Beginners are welcome.
Maximum Enrollment: 14
Advertised Schedule: 12-4p Tue/Wed/Thu, 12-2p Fri (Jun. 21 - Jul. 22) There will also be two Tuesday evening metal pours (6-10p) and a day-long field trip.
Required Fees: $190 for materials and supplies
Preparatory for studies or careers in: sculpture, visual arts
Campus Location: Olympia
Online Learning: No Required Online Learning
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