ARS 234 - Figure Studio

1 course unit

The work of the course will consist of an intensive/extensive study of the human figure from a live model. The consequences of compositional choices will be fully explored using a variety of media in both 2D and 3D structures. There will be an examination of art historical concepts of the human figure and art historical settings of the figure. The course will be conducted as an atelier, in which the instructor will work alongside the students. In this method instruction and interactions are based on mutual and individual discoveries. There will be outside projects and a weekly critique/seminar.
Prerequisite(s): Any 100 level studio course or permission of the instructor.