Syllabus
FA: 103
Three
Dimensional Design
TA: Meredith Lewis
Class Times: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday:
10:10-11:50
Office: Fine Arts 4066
Email: meredith.lewis@wsu.edu
Office Hours: by appointment
Course Description:
This class will offer a series of
projects that allow investigation of physical attributes of 3D forms in space
as well as provide vocabulary to clarify our understanding of all form and
imagery we encounter in our lives.
During the semester issues of interpretation, collaboration, and
audience interaction will be explored. A
significant component of this class will include introductions to a variety of
materials and techniques. Inventiveness
with both traditional (wood, fabric, ceramic, found objects) as well as new
media(video, sound, etc.) will be emphasized.
This studio-oriented course has a
strong physical basis, but we will also examine these issues using slides,
readings, videos, and other materials.
Requirements:
Several
major and minor projects will be given during the course of the semester. Completion of all projects is required for a
passing grade, as is regular attendance.
Periodical readings will help inspire, focus, and generate
discussion. Participation in and
preparation for these discussions is mandatory.
Recommended Textbook: Launching
The Imagination; A Guide to Three Dimensional Design, by Mary Stewart. Not required to buy. (Readings are online as listed later in this
syllabus.)
Sketchbook: This will be used for
recording artistic ideas as well as information and will serve as part of your
overall grade. Bring sketchbooks to class daily!
Projects: Project descriptions
are handed out as needed with detailed descriptions and due dates. Every
project will require plans and drawings that will be reviewed and discussed as
well.
Artist Research:
On designated Fridays you are required to hand in information on a minimum of
three artists who engage three-dimensionality in their artwork. This research
should be at least one page for each artist and can include images of the work
the artist makes, how chosen artists are engaging the elements and principles
of (3-D)design, education, and any personal reflections of the work.
Extra Credit:
Attendance at WSU Department lectures will count toward up to three late
or leaving class early days. You must write a one page reflection on the
lectures to receive credit.
Attendance: Only four un-excused absences are allowed during the semester.
Other absences reduce the final grade by half a letter grade per absence.
Class begins promptly and attendance is taken every class. Being late and
leaving early count as ½ an absence. It is vital that you are at critique days,
unless you have a serious reason to miss, YOU ARE REQUIRED TO BE PRESENT.
Grading:
*Individual
projects are graded as follows:
25
points-Effort
20
points-Composition(elements and principles of design)
20
points-Conceptual Development
25
points-Craft
10
points-Project Requirements
*Overall
grading will be determined as follows:
60% of your grade depends on Projects(graded
individually as above)- This includes enthusiastic on-time completion of studio projects
incorporating expectations identified in assignment handouts. You are encouraged to bring personal
influences and ideas into your work. Originality and innovation will be
generously rewarded. This
class is meant to guide you in both your technical and conceptual artistic
endeavors. I expect you to think critically about the work you are making.
Beware of using cliché stereotypical symbols, ex: Hearts, rainbows, teddy
bears, pretty flowers, unicorns, peace signs, skulls; and if you knowingly
decide to use such images be prepared to defend!
Also, no copyrighted symbols or information which
includes:
Washington State University Logos, copyright
symbols or logos.
Dig deeper!
Be Inspired! Take chances!
*Note:
Craftsmanship is extremely important, sloppy or unsatisfactory craft could
cause an A project to drop! Please be mindful!
20% of your grade depends
on Effort. This includes following
through with projects eventhough you may run into problems, trying new
forms/ideas outside your comfort zone, maintaining a positive attitude, being
prepared and present for all class meetings or coordinating and informing me
otherwise, and helping maintain a clean and cooperative studio environment.
10% of your grade depends on
your Sketchbook-I will discuss sketches and ideas for projects with you as well
as collect sketchbooks throughout the
semester to be graded. Please note that
I am not grading you on your drawing ability, but more so that you have
sketched out several ideas and notes for projects.
10% of your grade depends on
your Artist Research. As stated before
you are required to hand in three artist research papers on designated Fridays,
as well as giving a five minute presentation on one artist of your choice.
*Grade values
are as follows:
|
A- 90-92
B+ 87-89
B 83-86
B- 80-82
C+ 77-79
C 73-76
C- 70-72
D+ 67-69
D 63-66
D- 60-62
F 59 and
below
*Note: In addition to the above criteria, assignments turned in late
without sufficient excuse will be marked down one letter grade for each class
meeting that they are late. The above
percentages are flexible at my discretion according to attendance, effort, and
quality of work. This also includes
studio cleanup, respect, and general cooperation with me and with your fellow
students.
Materials: Some of your materials
are supplied and some you will need to purchase. I will inform you when and what
materials you will need.
You will need to purchase these initial items
They are available as a kit in the Bookie, or can
be purchased individually
-Small tool box
-One X-acto knife
-One pair of scissors
-One roll of masking tape
-One pair of needle-nose pliers
* Each day in class you will have to check out any
supplies you use in the tool closet and return them at the conclusion of class.
Safety: Unless otherwise
mentioned come to class prepared to work!
-Work clothes
-Closed toed shoes (if working in sculpture area
or using machinery)
-No loose hair or jewelry (if working in sculpture
area or using machinery)
-All students and visitors must wear industrial
quality safety glasses when using machinery or while engaging in any activity
which might endanger the eyes
-Clean up after yourself, being a slob will
negatively affect your grade
-Lift heavy objects carefully and ask for
assistance when necessary.
-Use materials and tools safely, they are not toys
-Students may use the machine tools only after individual
instruction and approval by the instructor.
Workload: Class hours alone are
inadequate to provide to the degree of involvement expected. Plan on spending a
minimum of four to six hours a week beyond class hours to work on
projects. When group projects are
required it is your responsibility to plan effectively and observe fair amounts
of workload for all members of the group.
Classroom Use: You are welcome to use
the facility during the hours when other classes are not in session. Please leave your area clean and store your
projects in a locker or on a designated storage shelf. See Kathy in the art
office to get a locker. Please do not put any tape on lockers and be sure to
clean them out completely at the end of the semester.
At the end of the semester you must clean out your
locker, place all unwanted but useable scrap in the appropriate containers,
discard any junk and remove all your projects from the studio. You must remove
all projects, supplies, padlocks, and any other personal items from the
classroom by finals week.
*Cell phone ringers are to be turned off
during class and absolutely NO text messaging!!! No ipods or earphones, we can listen to music
as a class. Failure to observe no cell phone rule will result negatively.
Academic Honesty: WSU is committed to
principles of truth and academic honesty. Academic dishonesty includes
cheating, plagiarism, and fabrication in the process of academic work, and can
result in suspension or dismissal from the university. In this class, academic dishonesty
will result in failure of the course and will be reported to the Office of
Student Conduct. See
http:www.studentaffairs.wsu.edu/conductoffice/academicintegrity.asp for more
information.
Students with Disabilities:
Reasonable accommodations are available for students
with a documented disability. If you have a disability and may need
accommodations to fully participate in this class, please visit the Disability
Resource Center (DRC). All accommodations MUST be approved through the DRC
(Washington Building, Room 217). Please stop by or call 509-335-3417 to make an
appointment with a disability specialist.
Emergency and Safety Statement:
Washington State University is committed to
maintaining a safe environment of its faculty, staff and students. The
university has developed a resource to ensure this safety, the Campus Safety
Plan, which can be found at http://safetyplan.wsu.edu.
It contains a comprehensive listing of university policies, procedures, statistics,
and information relating to campus safety, emergency management, and the health
and welfare of the campus community. In addition, the University emergency
management web site at http://oem.wsu.edu/emergencies
provides additional campus safety and emergency information. All students are
requested to bookmark in their computers and become familiar with the WSU ALERT
site (http://alert.wsu.edu
to read about warning and emergency notification procedures.
All students are requested to register their emergency
contact information for the Crisis Communication System (CCS). To do so, go to
the myWSU portal at http://my.wsu.edu,
enter your network ID and password and, once you are on your myWSU main
webpage, look for the Emergency Notification box on the right side of the page
and click on Register. You will be asked to enter you cell, landline, and email
contact information to ensure you receive any notification as soon as possible.
Finally, if you need help evaluating your area in terms of safety and emergency
management or have any recommendations, contact Chris Tapfer, University
Emergency Management Coordinator at tapfer@wsu.edu or
335-7471 or visit the Office of Emergency Management site at http://oem.wsu.edu.
Required Readings:
Reading
One:
Launching the Imagination:
Chapter 9, Elements of 3D
Design
By Mary Stewart
Reading Two:
Launching the Imagination:
Chapter 10, Principles of
3D Design
By Mary Stewart
Reading
Three:
Seeing Is Believing,
Chapter 2, How We See
By Arthur Asa Berger
Reading Four:
The Critique Handbook
Chapter One, Formal
Matters
By Kendal Buster and Paula
Crawford
Class
Schedule: (Subject to
change)
Week 1= August 22nd, 24th,
26th
Orientation
Readings One and Two
Project One Introduced
Drawings for Project One
Begin Project One
No artist research for first week
Week 2= August 29th, 31st -
September 2nd
Work on Project One
Reading Four
Discussion of required readings
Slide Shows from readings
Artist research due on Friday
Week 3= September 5th, 7th,
9th
September 5th- No Class, Labor Day
Work on Project One
Project Two Introduced
No Artist Research
*Thursday, September 8th- Visiting
Artist, Cat Clifford Lecture- 6 p.m.
Week 4= September 12th, 14th,
16th
Project One DUE and Critiqued September 12th
Reading Three
Drawings for Project Two
Work on Project Two
Readings (TBA)
Artist research due on Friday
Week 5= September 19th, 21st,
23rd
Demo of Stop Motion Software
Continue work on Project Two
Discuss Readings
Week 6= September 26th, 28th,
30th
Project Two DUE and Critiqued September 30th
Project Three Introduced
Drawings for Project Three discussed
Artist research due on Friday
*Tuesday, September 27th-Visiting
Artist-Lonnie Graham, Lecture 6p.m.
Week 7= October 3rd, 5th, 7th
Midterm reviews
Work on Project Three
Artist research due on Friday
Week 8= October 10th, 12th,
14th
October 14th - No Class, BFA
Certification Day
Work on Project Three
Artist Research Presentations(5 min. limit)
Week 9= October 17th, 19th,
21st
Work on Project Three
Artist Research Presentations con’t.
*Thursday, October 20th-Visiting
Artist, Jason Ferguson, Lecture 6p.m.
Week 10= October 24th, 26th,
28th
Project Three DUE and Critique October 27th
Introduce Project Four
Discuss Drawings Project Four October 29th
Artist research due Friday
Week 11= October 31st-November 2nd,
4th
Work on Project Four
Week 12= November 7th, 9th,
11th
November 11th-No Class, Veteran’s Day
Work on Project Four
Week 13= November 14th, 16th,
18th
Project Four DUE and Critiqued November 14th
Introduce Project Five
Artist research due Friday
*Monday, November 14th-Visiting Artist,
Marco Deyasi, Lecture 5p.m.
Week 14= November 21st, 23rd,
25th
No Class, Thanksgiving break!
Week 15= November 28th, 30th-December
2nd
Work on Project Five
Artist research due Friday
Week 16= December 5th, 7th,
9th
December 5th and 7th-Project
Five DUE and Critiqued
Class clean-up
Local
Stores to find supplies:
Moscow Building Supply Tri State Distributors
760 North Main 1104
Pullman Rd.
Moscow, ID Moscow,
ID
208-882-4716 208-882-4555
Ace Hardware Goodwill Stores
1690 S. Grand Ave. 201 Warbonnet Dr., Moscow
Pullman, WA 2335 Main St., Lewiston, ID.
509-332-1450 3134 5th St., Lewiston,
ID
Michaels Arts and Crafts Palouse Treasures Thrift Store
1720 W. Pullman Rd.
1005 NW. Nye St., Pullman, WA.
Moscow, ID
208-882-1692
Joanns Fabric
Salvation Army Thrift Store
1104 Pullman Rd. Off
of 3rd St. on Jackson St.
Moscow, ID Moscow,
ID.
208-882-6852
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