metalSmithing & sculpture
Welcome to the Creative World of Metalsmithing! Although the fall term transformed into more of a sculpture class while remote, the work below is a demonstration of students' creativity, resourcefulness, and persevere. All art was created by students from home using materials provided and clever items they found in and around their home. Students not only created sculptural works but also sketched and wrote about their works of art. I am sure you will see the innovation and dedication within their art. Students also practiced photographing their own sculptures, which adds another layer of challenge. The work that was created during such unprecedented times is captivating and inspiring. I am proud of the work they did, and I am sure you will be too! The projects are arranged in chronological order. From the Virtual Studio Rm 280, we thank you for taking the time to view our art!
Insect from from Plant Matter. Students used plant matter to create an Insect Sculpture. First, students chose an insect for inspiration. Next, determined what Elements and Principles of Art were evident. Then, gathered materials from nature. Finally, arranged the materials and constructed their 'plant matter insect'. Pretty Impressive! (The image of inspiration is on the left of the slides. The other images are their sculptures)
Metalsmithing 1 (Below)
Metalsmithing 2 (Below)
Non-Objective Sculpture. Students used cardboard and the slotting method to construct a non-objective sculpture. The Element of Art: Shape and Principles of Art: repetition, balance, and variety were explored to create a successful composition. Some hang form the ceiling and some rest on a table.
Metalsmithing 1 (Below)
Metalsmithing 2 (Below)
Mask project: Expression of the times. Students explored planar construction using cardboard and other found materials. Each mask expresses something that each student artist wanted to communicate about our current human experience. The challenge to take a flat (planar) material and create something 3D was the challenge. Great Success!
Metalsmithing 1 (Below)
Metalmithing 2 (below)
Wire, Chain, and found object necklace
Students created a necklace using various chain-making and wire wrapping techniques. A found object of their choosing was added to complete their unique jewelry design. Students explored the Element of Art: Line, and the Principles of Art: Repetition, pattern, and Unity. The metal wire used is copper, brass, and/or bronze
Metalsmithing 1 (below)
Metalsmithing 2 (Below)
Social Issue Project.
Metalsmithing 1 students created a relief sculpture by constructing layers of cardboard and foil relief to communicate a Social Issue they feel strongly about.
Metalsmithing 2 students used metal (copper and brass) and other materials (if they desired) to communicate a Social Issue they feel strongly about. Cold Connection techniques were explored in metal.
Metalsmithing 1 (Below)
Metalsmithing 2
Metalsmithing 2 created a small scale jewelry or object piece that explored tabbing (a cold-connection technique) in metalsmithing to incorporate a stone or found object. UNITY was expressed through design decisions and how the material was used.
We hope you enjoyed vieweing our work! Thank you for stopping by!