Learn basic mosaic skills and advanced techniques to create a curvilinear 3-dimensional constructions. This class includes demonstrations, lectures and hands-on experience with a focus on 3-D construction techniques, finding and selecting the right materials, preparing and setting tesserae, use of tools, grouting and finishing. Students will concentrate on one free-standing sculpture inspired by the work of James Hubbell suitable for indoor or outdoor use. All levels welcome.
Note: Elective for Art and the Creative Process Certificate. Bring a sketch pad and pencils to the first class. Materials cost: $100 (Includes Field Trip cost of $40) Please bring to first class. Materials fees include adhesives, grouts, misc. materials, use of instructor's tools, and variety of tesserae. Student will purchase supplies to create structure. Purchase of their own tools if they desire.
Course Number: ART-40676
Credit: 3.00 unit(s)
Related Certificate Programs: Art and the Creative Process
There are no sections of this course currently scheduled. Please contact the Arts, Humanities, Languages & Digital Arts department at 858-534-5760 or ahl@ucsd.edu for information about when this course will be offered again.