Anderson Ranch Arts Center Workshop Catalogs 2010-2014 | Page 52

SCULPTURE
The Sculpture program is excited to host a vibrant spectrum of workshops that reflect
the variety in current studio practice. Sculpture workshops are material- and techniquerich, ranging from traditional metal fabrication to experimental electronic work.
Our renowned sculpture faculty travel to us from around the world. They work closely with
students through critical discussion, material demonstrations and individual assistance.
Instructors encourage exploration and experimentation, emphasizing process and idea
development. You will leave with far more than just finished pieces: you take with you
the tools and inspiration to drive your studio practice to the next level.
Students work in a communal and interactive studio designed for all levels of experience
and supporting traditional and non-traditional methods. The sculpture studio includes a
bench room and tool room, and offers additional outside workspace.

Rick Parsons, Canary

June 6 - 10

Four Materials, Five Days 
Rick Parsons

SCULPTURE SKILL LEVELS:
Open to all – Students of any skill and knowledge level.
Level I – Students are new to sculpture and have no formal training.
Level II – Students have a basic knowledge of 3D art making and sculpture concepts
and are comfortable using a variety of hand and power tools. Students have taken one
or two sculpture classes or workshops.
Level III – Students have experience with a variety of materials and fabrication techniques
and know how to use hand and power tools competently and safely. Students are selfstarting with some formal training in critical aspects of sculpture and have completed a
portfolio of work. Students have taken a minimum of three classes or workshops.
Level IV – Students have advanced skills and knowledge of sculpture. Students are
highly motivated, have a minimum of five years experience in the field and have multiple
portfolios of their artwork. Typical students are academics and professional artists.
Contact Artistic Director Doug Casebeer with questions at 970/923-3181 x238.

Skill Level: Open to all
Concept:  Wood fabrication, metal fabrication,
mixed media and plaster abstraction: these
are four processes used today to make threedimensional forms. Students are introduced
to sculptural materials, basic design principles
and idea development in this fast moving class.
Participants leave with a strong foundation for
establishing a sculpture studio practice. This
workshop is a great introduction to tools and
processes in the sculpture studio.
Media & Techniques: Found objects, steel cutting and welding, wood fabrication, paper fabrication and plaster mixing.
Activities:  Daily projects, lectures, technical
demonstrations and studio work with one-onone and group discussions.
Faculty:  Rick Parsons has served Anderson
Ranch as a summer intern, studio manager
and most recently as Sculpture Program coordinator. He is currently on the faculty of Sierra
Nevada College. Rick received his MFA from
the University of Dallas and his BFA from Stephen F. Austin State University. In 2007, Rick’s
sculpture was the focus of an article in Sculpture magazine. He was recently published in
the book Confrontational Ceramics: The Artist
as Social Critic, by Judith S. Schwartz, and featured in the documentary film, Questions of
Art
  , by Zach Jankovic.
www.rickparsons.net

Tuition: $ / Studio Support Cost: $
Studio Fee: $ Code: Enrollment Limit 14

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Tuition: $ / Studio Support Cost: $
Studio Fee: $ Code: Enrollment Limit 14

970/923-3181

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Tuition: $675 / Studio Support Cost: $875
Studio Fee: $95 Code: S0101 Enrollment Limit 10