WW 293 - Topic: Santo Carving

Institution:

University of New Mexico-Taos Campus

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Description:

This course is an introduction to the tools, materials, safety procedures, and techniques used in carving traditional contemporary cedar santos. The class is primarily hands-on carving with a small amount of lecture. Lecture covers the religious symbolism and culture surrounding santos as well as the many types of styles found in northern New Mexico. Students will design and fabricate their own cedar santo as they progress through the class. Lab fee. (Does not include student materials.)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

taos.unm.edu/index.html

Phone Number:

(575) 737-6200

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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