ART 225 - Three Dimensional Glass

Institution:

Illinois Wesleyan University

Subject:

Description:

Creating sculptural forms with glass is the focus of this course. Glass casting is a specialized sculpture course that uses glass as the primary medium. Using a variety of mold materials, students will learn to make plaster/silica molds, box-casting molds and ceramic fiber molds. Traditional pate de verre techniques will also be examined. Designing firing schedules for three castings will be a key component to the curriculum. Cold polishing techniques will also be covered as well as the cold joining of cast components using special adhesives.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.iwu.edu

Phone Number:

(309) 556-1000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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