ART 2611 - Introduction to Sculpture
Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section 03, CRN 41622,
Credit hours: 3
Course Meeting Times
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Instructor
Chauncey Hay
Email: cjhay@ysu.edu
Course Description
2611. Introduction to Sculpture. An introductory course for those who have little or no experience with sculpture. Students explore basic sculptural concepts and theories using a variety of materials and methods. Directed readings, writings, technical workshops, and participation in course work exhibitions required. Prereq.: C or better in ART 1503 or permission of instructor. 3 s.h.
Course Readings
| Group | Title | Author | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Required | The Made vs. The Readymade (Art Monthly Article) | Mark Prince |
The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.
Assignments/Assessments
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Schedule of Topics and Assignments
| Week of | Reading(s) | Proposed Topic | Due/To Prepare for Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8/24 | Introductions/ syllabus overview/ studio orientation/ introduce Project 1/ material demonstration | ||
| 8/31 | Studio work time/ surfacing demonstration | sketches and research/ 3-D maquettes | |
| 9/7 | Studio work time | Progress check | |
| 9/14 | "The Made vs. The Readymade by Mark Prince | Introduction of project 2/ studio work time | Project 1 due & critique |
| 9/21 | Material discussion and demonstration/ studio work time | Sketches and research Reading response due | |
| 9/28 | Material demonstration/ studio work time | ||
| 10/5 | Studio work time | ||
| 10/12 | Introduction of project 3/ sketches and research/ demos | Project 2 due and critique | |
| 10/19 | Material demonstration/ project 4 Introduction/ studio work time | ||
| 10/26 | Studio work time | ||
| 11/2 | Studio work time | ||
| 11/9 | Studio work time | Project 3 due and critique Progress check for project 4 | |
| 11/16 | Studio work time/ material demonstration | Research presentations | |
| 11/23 | Studio work time No class 11/26/26 for Thanksgiving holiday | Research presentations | |
| 11/30 | Project 4 independent work time | ||
| 12/7 | Finals Meeting Time Tuesday December 8 5:30pm - 7:30pm. Final discussion and studio cleanup | Project 4 due |
The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.