Michael Lorsung, Carnival Games, After the Fall
July 1 — 5
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Jake Weigel, Closed Isometric 2
David Kimball Anderson, Willows
July 8 — 19
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Kinetic Foundations CNC Foundry Mold Making
Michael Lorsung Jake Weigel & Guest Artist David Kimball Anderson
CONCEPT Adding motion to objects can
activate them in ways that change their meaning
and impact. By exploring the possibilities of
movement in work through the use of fabricated
and improvised mechanisms, students expand
the possibilities of their current studio practice.
Students also gain building blocks upon which
future explorations of movement and motion
can occur. CONCEPT This workshop explores the role of CNC (Computer Numerical Control) technology in
MEDIA & TECHNIQUES Participants work ACTIVITIES
with a combination of found, manufactured
and fabricated objects. With this in mind,
students should bring a selection of objects
that is compelling and that lend themselves to
integration into a kinetic sculpture. Students
construct and animate their own creation using
wood, metal, assorted hardware and off-the-
shelf parts.
ACTIVITIES
There
are
technical
demonstrations in creating movement using
fabricated and pre-existing assemblies. Daily
discussions and individual meetings allow for
exploration and collaboration with classmates.
FACULTY
Michael Lorsung is a transmedia
artist and the current Studio Coordinator of
Sculpture at Anderson Ranch Arts Center. He
holds degrees in glass and ceramics, and has
a background in metalwork, the trades and
general tinkering.
the context of traditional sand-casting in bronze and aluminum. Students discuss how technology
is used by artists to maintain a human element in their final work. This is achieved through the
incorporation of analog and digital methods during the process of making.
MEDIA & TECHNIQUES
This workshop includes an introduction to Fusion 360 for CNC
processes, including three-dimensional printing to create patterns for resin-bonded sand molds.
Students work with the sand-casting process to create molds and objects cast in aluminum and
bronze. An overview of patina is also presented by David Kimball Anderson.
There are technical demonstrations on sand-cast mold-core creation, patina work
and chasing. Students also participate in discussions regarding the applicability and implications of
integrating digital technology into traditional modes of making. Additionally, individual discussions,
meetings and presentations are included in the workshop.
FACULTY
Jake Weigel is Assistant Professor of Sculpture at California State University, Stanislaus. As a
multidisciplinary artist, he focuses on object-making and installation methods. Jake combines
traditional media and processes with new technology. He has received numerous grants to research
technology in the classroom and exhibits throughout the United States.
www.jakeweigel.net
David Kimball Anderson is a practicing studio artist based in Santa Cruz, CA. After attending the San
Francisco Art Institute,1966–1971, he attended the Merritt College Vocational Welding program in
Oakland, CA. He exhibits nationally and internationally. David has received three individual National
Endowment for the Arts Fellowships, a Pollack-Krasner Foundation Grant and his work is included in
numerous public collections.
www.davidkimballanderson.com
www.justanassembler.com
TUITION $975
TUITION $1,175
TUITION + STUDIO SUPPORT DONATION $1,175 TUITION + STUDIO SUPPORT DONATION $1,575
REGISTRATION FEE $45 | STUDIO FEE $175 REGISTRATION FEE $45 | STUDIO FEE $175
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