Sculpture | Fine Art & Sculpture Classes

Summer

WELDING FOR THE ARTIST

Mark Schentzel / Studio 1
Wed 6/11-7/30
3-5:30pm / 8 weeks
$265 / Members: $245

Learn the basics of MIG & TIG welding. Understand its equipment, material processing for weldments, and their different positions and joints. Students will take a look at the different finishing and grinding techniques and how different materials yield different visual results. This course will focus on making structurally sound welds and will provide students with a valuable skill set to take to the studio or job force.

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METAL ROD SCULPTING

Mark Schentzel / Studio 1
Wed 6/11-7/30
6:30-9 pm / 8 weeks
$265 / Members: $245

Explore the art of cold bending techniques with metal rod and wire. Design and fabricate creative steel sculptures using hand tools and leverage to achieve quick results. Learn how to use ornamental benders, ring rollers, cold connection techniques, and MIG welding while focusing on design simplicity.

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EARTH-CAST MOBILES

Taylor Scamehorn / KNC Visitors Center, Lower Classroom
Sat 6/7
10am-4pm / One Day
$120 / Members: $100

Create a custom mobile from casts of natural objects at the beautiful Kalamazoo Nature Center. Learn to make both relief and two-part molds from a variety of natural materials like clay and sand, to cast organic forms and textures in lead-free pewter and plaster. Explore the trails to “catch and release” your designs, then sketch and construct your mobile with guided instruction and design inspiration. This is a leave-no-trace approved workshop. Please dress for the weather, bring lunch and water, and wear comfortable shoes for a moderate hike.

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COSPLAY COSTUME FABRICATION

Elise Head / Studio 1
Tue 6/10-7/29
10am-12:30pm / 8 weeks
$240 / Members: $220

Make all your costume and cosplay dreams come true! Learn to express yourself through crafting wearable art in a supportive community by making armor, wings, horns--and more! Celebrate your creativity with freshly crafted costumes at the mid-semester costume party! From experienced cosplayers, to costume novice, all skill levels are welcome.

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INDEPENDENT STUDY: WELDED METAL SCULPTURE

Paul Nimz / Studio 1
Tue 6/10-7/29
6:30-9pm / 8 weeks
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor is required.
$265 / Members: $245

This class is for the self-directed student who wants to expand their skill sets and enhance their abilities in metal sculpture. Students must be familiar with the safe use and operation of the equipment in the studio. Students will provide their own approved material. Problem solving and techniques will be the focus of the class.

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METAL GARDEN ART

Paul Nimz / Studio 1
Wed 6/11-7/30
10am-12:30pm / 8 weeks
$265 / Members: $245

This class is for newcomers interested in making their own unique steel garden sculptures. Students will learn basic MIG welding techniques, plasma cutting, and metal fabrication in a safe, encouraging environment.

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BRONZE FOUNDRY 2: THE POUR

Brent Harris / Studio 1
Thur 6/12-7/31
10am-12:30pm / 8 weeks
Prerequisite: Bronze Foundry 1: The Creation
$280 / Members: $260

Explore the ancient art of bronze casting. In the summer portion of this two-part class, students will work together learning the practice of running a foundry. Safety and teamwork will be emphasized as students work as a team to pour molten bronze into their molds. Metal finishing with hand and power tools will be taught to refine their work. Patina techniques will be used to finish the sculptures and bring the student’s work to life.

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