SC 221 - Sculpture:Wood

Institution:

Maine College of Art

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Description:

Technical and visual issues essential to the development of sculptural skills in wood are studied. Natural logs, branches and tree trunks from native growth are selected materials. An understanding of form emerges from knowledge of the structure of wood. Images may be realized through object, installation and/or site-based work. Students will accompany the instructor to the forest, saw mill and professional arborists to acquire carvable stock. The use of hand, power and pneumatic tools as well as gas and electric chain saws is taught. Elective: 3 credits/semester; 6 hours/week. Prerequisite: FN 105-106. A personal carving tool set is provided. A lab fee is charged; see rate schedule.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.meca.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 775-3052

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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