ART 115 Arizona State University

3-D Design

School of Art -- Core Program

Spring 1998

Instructor: Janis Henderson

Class: Mondays and Wednesdays 10:40am SHARP to 1:30pm Tower-A room 121

Core Office: Tower-A room 105

Office Hours: 9:30 - 10:30 Mon. & Wed. in Tower-A room 105 or 118

Phone: My Studio: 965-3798 (no answr. machine) Core Office:965-8339 (answr. machine)

email: Need to get in touch with me outside of class? Email me!

3-D Syllabus on the Net:

Prerequisites:ART 111 Drawing I, Art 112 2-D Design

Course Description:This course concentrateson the basics for three dimensional design with an emphasis on spatial awareness, problem solving, and the many varieties of sculptural form. A clear sequence of exercises and projects introduces the formal components of three dimensional design. Using a wide variety of traditional and non-traditional materials and methods, students are encouraged to develop their own design vocabulary and repertoire of practical techniques. In addition, consideration is given to the range of three dimensional form as found in both contemporary art and design, and in different cultural and historical contexts. The development of aesthetic concepts will be stressed in the evaluation of the students’ work. Each project will conclude with a group critique. Students are required to evaluate their art as well as of their peers, and to understand criticism given by others. Beyond the concepts and skills essential to good design practice, it is hoped this course will open a window towards self expression and awareness.

Course Requirements: Throughout the semester, each student is expected to participate fully in the life of the design studio.A dynamic and creative studio atmosphere occurs only when all assignments are executed to the best ability of each student and handed in at the beginning of each critique.

In addition to completed assignments, every student must participate in lectures, demonstrations, and critiques to encourage dialog and thought.
All students are required to write a review of an art exhibition. *Please see attached for specifics.
Students are required to keep a sketch book containing all handouts, drawings, ideas, notes, vocabulary and critique discussion. *Please see attached list for specifics.
All students are required to give a brief five minute slide presentation using 3-5 slides on one of the contemporary artists listed on the following page. The art slide collection is in Dixie Gammage, we will go on a tour.

Required Text: Zelanski and Fisher, Shaping Space: The Dynamics of Three Dimensional Design Holt, Rinehart and Winston: 1995.

* The text is available in book stores on and off campus for about $37 new. It is also on reserve at the library.

Attendance and Participation: Attendance is mandatory. Class time can not be made up. If you do not come to class you will not pass this class, in order to learn anything in a studio class you must be part of the studio. The third unexcused absence will result in the student losing one full letter grade from the final grade. Thereafter, your grade will continue to drop one letter with each unexcused absence. Excused absences will only be granted with a written note from your doctor or other significant documentation. Attendance will be taken twice, at the beginning of the period and at the end of each class. Each student is expected to participate for the entire class period. Students who attend class but elect not to participate, work, do not bring assigned materials, or are not dressed properly will receive an unexcused absence for that day. Three tardies equal one unexcused absence. Anyone over 30 minutes late will automatically receive an absence for that class. Late students are expected to notify the instructor of their arrival. Note: If anything “major” happens call Student Life, they will call ALL of your teachers for you letting them know of your absence.

The last 15 minutes of each class will be devoted to clean up. Practice good shop etiquette at all times; clean up the mess you make at the end of class.

Grading: Completing all of the assigned projects on time with a reasonable degree of craftsmanship and care, regular attendance and participation will guarantee a passing grade. The letter grade ‘A’ will be awarded for a combination of design excellence, conceptual depth, intelligent participation in discussion and individual improvement. Pay attention to your craftsmanship and presentation, you will need to really think through your projects; making sketches and maquettes before executing the final product.

Your final grade will be determined as follows:

Completed assignments (6 projects) / 600 points
Quizzes(3) and Final Exam / 100 points
Sketchbook / 100 points
Attendance and Participation / 100 points
Written review of an art exhibition / 50 points
Slide Presentation / 50 points
Total / 1,000 points

It is to your benefit to complete each project for the critique. With permission you can rework your project to improve your grade. All late projects will be lowered one letter grade. No late projects can be reworked.

Disclaimer: The instructor reserves the right to test students orally and in writing on the information covered in class without prior notice. The instructor also reserves the right to alter, add, or delete any of these course requirements.

Storage: There is a shelf in the 3-D room marked Henderson where you can store your projects-in-progress; however I would store materials in a locker in the art building or bring them from home in a tackle box or art bin. Locker sign up is available in the school of art office, bring your own lock.

3-D Design Studio Rules:

Scheduled classes have first priority in using the studio.

Any chemicals (aerosols and adhesives) which emit noxious/ toxic fumes must be used outside of the building. A large spray booth is available outside the Art Warehouse, the key is in the art office.

Do not cut directly on the table surfaces, use a cutting board.

Do not store or leave potentially dangerous objects unattended.

Sharp, heavy or unstable objects should be made safe by wrapping, cordoning off or removing from the studio.

Please respect the workshop and clean up your own mess.

Final: Monday May 11, 1998 12:20pm - 2:10pm

Instructor: Janis Henderson / Office: Tower-A Room 105 MW 9:30-10:30
ART 115 3-D Design / Phone: Studio 965-3798 Core Office 965-8339
Mondays and Wednesdays 10:40am to 1:30pm / Email:
Spring 1998 Arizona State University
3-D Syllabus on the Net:

Supply List

General Supplies

scissors
x-acto knife and/or utility knife and lots of blades
assorted pens, pencils and markers
black, white and red conte crayons
rulers of various sizes
erasers
rubber cement, Elmer’s glue or wood glue
hot glue sticks (CORE has both mini and regular glue guns)
masking tape and/or duct tape
a roll of soft wire (thin enough to bend easily)
safety goggles and ear protection
dust mask or respirator
sketchbook
tackle box or art bin to carry your supplies in
straight pins or safety pins

NOTE: Other supplies will need to be purchased as the semester progresses on a project by project basis. The items above are the “basics”. Some minor material and tools will be supplied. The CORE has such things as drill bits, screw drivers and hammers but having your own may prove to be worth the investment not only for this class, but for your future artistic endeavors as well. If you do bring your own tools make sure they are labeled as yours with a certain color spray paint or colored electrical tape. All CORE tools are day-glo orange.

General Art Supplies **Always ask for a student discount**
Shop of Art
26 E. University Dr. / 967-3681 / Right across the street
Binder’s Art Supplies
203 E. 7th St.
Mesa: 1350 W. Southern
Scottsdale:7502 E. Indian School Rd. / 967-6172
833-2868
941-2488 / General Art Supplies
Arizona Art Supply
P?:118 W. Indian School Rd. / 264-9514 / General Art Supplies
Flax
Phoenix: 1001 E. Jefferson St. / 254-0840 / artist’s materials, studio equipment and furniture
Fabric Stores:
Hancock Fabrics
3159 S.McClintock Dr. / 831-0345 / Canvas, foam, fabric
SAS Fabrics by the pound
1700 E. Apache Blvd. / 966-7557 / Scraps & fabric
Hardware Stores:
Home Depot
725 W. Warner
Mesa:1300 S. Country Club Dr. / 496-9700
833-0654
Paul’s True Value Hardware
1153 W. Broadway Rd. / 966-1791
Ace Hardware
929 E. Broadway Rd. / 968-4544
Saguaro Building Materials
Phoenix: 4320 E. Magnolia / 437-2982 / Styrofoam, plaster and insulation.
Misc.:
Tempe Sales
412 W. Broadway / 967-4811 / cloth, canvas, industrial sewing supplies
Discount Package Supply
2405 S. Roosevelt St., Tempe / 921-0707 / 4x8 sheets of cardboard, packing tape, boxes and bubble wrap
Dynamic Hobbies and Crafts
655 W. Warner Sutie 12 / 466-4490 / Next to Home Depot at Warner and Kyrene
Cadillac Plastics and Chemical
Phoenix: 2625 E. University Dr. / 275-6295 / Sheet plastic and plexi-glass
Walmart
1380 W. Elliot Rd.
Mesa: 1305 W.Main St. / 345-8686
962-6140
Michael’s Art and Crafts
3320 S. Price Rd. / 345-0940
Old America Store
805 E. Guadalupe Rd.
Mesa: 2850 E. Main / 756-2866
832-0891 / 8 valley locations
Staples
831 Mill Ave. / 731-4650 / Office Supplies
Camera Related Sources:
Image Craft
Phoenix: 3401 E. Broadway Rd. / 276-2082 / Expensive photo-processing services but excellent quality. Expensive slide duplications but fast.
Fuji
Phoenix: / Very inexpensive slide duplicates (but how long will they last?)
Photo Mark
204 E. University / 894-8337 / Nice and friendly service. Slide duplicates take longer but are reasonably priced.
Lewis Camera
1126 N. Scottsdale Rd. / 968-9321 / Well recommended
Tempe Camera
606 W. University Dr. / 966-6954 / Rude employees, expensive camera equipment, camera rental & repair.
Salvage Yards:
ASU Surplus
Mesa: Rio Salado Parkway / Undergrads have to purchase items. Graduates can take to campus for free. Great for chairs and tables and OLD computers and typewriters.
Davis Salvage
Phoenix: 3337 E. Washington / 267-7208 / Metal new and used, inexpensive, friendly people.

Slide Presentation

Please pick one of the artists below:

Niki de Saint Phalle / Maria Abramovich / Robert Gober
Joseph Beuys / Richard Serra / Backenhall
Cindy Sherman / John Ahearn / Robert Rauschenberg
Karen Finley / David Nash / Guillermo Gomez-Pena
James Luna / Constantin Brancusi / Jeff Koons
Ann Hamilton / George Segal / Deborah Butterfield
Orlan / Marchel DuChamp / The Guerilla Girls
CoCo Fusco & Nao Bustamante / Alexander Calder / Andy Warhol
William De Kooning / Louise Nevelson / Gilbert & George
Jenny Holzer / Duane Hanson / Laurie Anderson
Robert Smithson / John Cage / Edward Kienholz & Nancy Reddin
Ana Mendieta / Krzystof Wodiczko / Christo
Maya Lin / Stelarc / Nancy Holt
Nam June Paik / Vito Acconci / Kiki Smith
Louise Bourgeois / Isamu Noguchi / Adrian Piper
Claus Oldenburg / Red Grooms / Rebecca Horn
Rebecca Horn / Jonathan Borofsky / Antoni Gaudi

Suggested Questions: Pick one vocabulary word that best describes their art – what element or principle of design do they use the most? Why is this artist famous? What is one of their most noted or controversial works of art? Why? Do you think it is worthy of such fame? How has the artist style progressed over the years? Is the artist dead or alive? Is their any significant culture, gender or racial thread throughout their art? If you can not find information on the artist please let the instructor know immediately!

Research Tips: Using the ASU Library On-Line Catalog to research your artist. Magazine articles on your artist can be found by selecting Index option and then choosing the appropriate visual arts database link. Magazines are located in the basement of the library. Carry some change or one dollar bills for the Xerox machine. I suggest buying a copy card from the self service machine.

Bibliography: At the end of the presentation you will be required to show me your notes and a bibliography of all the sources you found useful.

Slide Collection: Browse the collection to see if your chosen artist has slides on file, if they are not in the collection let me know immediately! Slides can be put on reserve a couple of days before the presentation and checked out by me the day of your presentation.

The Internet and Research: Do not use the Internet for all your research, you must go to the library and look up books and articles! If you do find web pages with artist information include the URL in the bibliography. You are required to have a minimum of three book or long articles in your bibliography.

Example of a bibliography for a book:

Chadwick, Whitney. Women Art, and Society. London: Thames and Hudson, 1990.

Example of a bibliography for a magazine:

Bonami, Francesco. “Kiki Smith: A Diary of Fluids and Fears,” Flash Art no.168 (January/February 1993): 54-55.

Due Dates: A-H present - Wednesday, February 25, 1998. I-Z present - Wednesday, March 4, 1998.