sculpture
Jon Kessler , The Fifth Column Rick Parsons , Writing from Mars
Lauren Fensterstock , Order of Things
July 30 – August 3
Kinetic : sculpture that moves Jon Kessler
CONCEPT : Infuse movement into your sculpture in a fun and dynamic workshop . This course introduces kinetics and easy-to-employ mechanisms into small-scale sculpture . Multimedia lectures on the history of art and technology in combination with technical demonstrations and work sessions guide coursework . You can either customize a found object that you bring or build something from scratch using kinetic and mechanical techniques to achieve motion in your work . Either way , you ’ ll leave this course with a greater understanding of art that comes alive .
MEDIA & TECHNIQUES : We learn how to use small DC gear motors in conjunction with hand made mechanisms to achieve motion within our work . We explore woodworking , metalworking , elementary electronics , motors and mechanics .
ACTIVITIES : Days are organized around morning and afternoon lectures , technical demonstrations and handson time to work .
FACULTY : Jon Kessler was included in the 1985 and 2017 Whitney Biennials and his works are in many permanent collections including MoMA , the Walker Art Center and MoCA . He has taught at Columbia University in New York since 1994 .
www . jonkessler . com
I II
August 6 – 10
From Mind to Matter
Rick Parsons
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CONCEPT : This course explores a variety of sculptural materials while focusing on conjuring and developing ideas . This course exposes students to a variety of sculptural material used today and helps identify the appropriate materials for one ’ s concept . Rick guides students through a series of mental exercises that encourages personal expression . Experimentation with intent will drive the course forward , while getting to the heart and soul of why we create .
MEDIA & TECHNIQUES : Students use found objects , steel cutting and welding , wood fabrication , paper fabrication , and plaster mixing .
ACTIVITIES : The week is divided between daily projects , lectures , technical demonstrations and studio work with one-on-one and group discussions .
FACULTY : Rick Parsons has served Anderson Ranch as a summer intern , studio managerand most recently as Sculpture Program coordinator . He is currently on the faculty of Sierra Nevada College where he received the Nazir and Mary Ansari 2014 / 2015 Excellence in Teaching Gold Metal Award . Rick received his M . F . A . from the University of Dallas and his B . F . A . from Stephen F . Austin State University . Rick has been published in multiple venues , and has received attention in works on film as well .
www . rickparsons . net
August 13 – 17
The Narrative Container : boite en valise
Lauren Fensterstock
II III
CONCEPT : Develop the tools necessary to express your ideas with nuance and clarity , and find methods to push your work into new territory . Inspired by Marcel Duchamp ’ s Boite en Valise — a suitcase filled with miniatures of his life ’ s work — participants make their own collection inside a box , suitcase or found container . Through Duchamp ’ s example , we consider different kinds of collections . What is the difference between a wonder cabinet , a natural history collection , a surrealist collage , and a Joseph Cornell assemblage ? We explore the cultural messaging of specific formats , materials and contexts .
MEDIA & TECHNIQUES : Using simple tools , writing exercises , drawing , collage and map-making exercises , we mine your artwork for new questions and possibilities . Participants can expect to leave with the seeds for future projects , including sketches , models , plans , an artist statement , a list of questions and detailed writing about individual works .
ACTIVITIES : Students investigate their work through guided exercises , slide lectures and conversations . We choose materials and formats to respond to conceptual prompts and practice articulating the meaning behind our choices .
FACULTY : Lauren Fensterstock is a United States Artist Barr Fellow , whose work has been the subject of recent solo exhibitions at MOCA Jacksonville , John Michael Kohler Art Center , Bowdoin College Museum of Art and Drexel University . Her work is represented by Claire Oliver Gallery in New York .
www . laurenfensterstock . com
TUITION $ 975 | TUITION + STUDIO SUPPORT DONATION $ 1,175 REGISTRATION FEE $ 45 | STUDIO FEE $ 225 CODE S0908-18 | ENROLLMENT LIMIT 10
TUITION $ 975 | TUITION + STUDIO SUPPORT DONATION $ 1,175 REGISTRATION FEE $ 45 | STUDIO FEE $ 225 CODE S1009-18 | ENROLLMENT LIMIT 10
TUITION $ 975 | TUITION + STUDIO SUPPORT DONATION $ 1,175 REGISTRATION FEE $ 45 | STUDIO FEE $ 175 CODE S1110-18 | ENROLLMENT LIMIT 10
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