Description
Ideal for anyone new to contemporary sculpture or art-making.
We will begin by looking at examples of contemporary artists who work with seemingly simple palettes and processes, particularly those who incorporate collage, text and found imagery in their practice — including artists such as Robert Rauschenberg, Barbara Kruger and Nnena Kalu.
Through discussion, collaboration and experimentation, participants will explore how marks, images and language can evolve into sculptural form. A simple range of materials will be provided, along with the tools required for building and manipulation. Participants are also encouraged to bring their own source materials.
The emphasis throughout the course is on exploration, play and the development of ideas.
Week One– Introduction to Contemporary & Conceptual Sculpture
An introduction to key ideas and artists in the field. We’ll begin making marks and experimenting with paper and card to explore shape and form.
Week Two – Text, Typography & Meaning
Exploring the power of words, slogans and language in art. Considering narrative, association and conceptual approaches within sculpture.
Week Three – Found Image & Collage
Working with found imagery, collage and visual mash-ups. Considering context, environment and audience while experimenting with image manipulation and structural building.
Week Four – Developing & Refining Ideas
Stretching ideas further; adding, editing and refining. An opportunity to add additional materials and objects; throw caution to the wind and work towards resolved sculptural forms.
Week Five – Exhibition & Preview
Bringing it all together. Participants will curate a small exhibition of their work and host a preview!
Sessions will take place in the North Labs and Outdoor Learning Studio.
About the tutor: Hans K Clausen
Hans K Clausen is a graduate of Leith School of Art and Edinburgh College of Art. On graduating with BA (hons) in Sculpture in 2012 he received an Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop New Graduate award and won London’s Degree Art Prize for Sculpture. He has exhibited nationally and internationally with a reputation for co-created and socially engaged art. He has won sculpture commissions for NHS Lothian ‘The People’s Museum of Memory and Myth’, and for NHS Forth Valley ‘Everyone Everyday Evermore’. Hans is a studio holder at Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop, the creator and custodian of The Winston Smith Library of Victory and Truth, and the Hospital Exhibitions Manager for Tonic Arts – NHS Lothian Charity.
Important Booking Information
Courses are subject to minimum enrolment, so please book as soon as possible to reduce the likelihood of course cancellation.
Please read our Bookings and Cancellation Policy here.
Sessions will take place in the North Labs and Outdoor Learning Studio.