Wed July 18, 2018
Summer 2018 – Tree to Object: Simplified Woodworking for Sculpture
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TREE TO OBJECT: SIMPLIFIED WOODWORKING FOR SCULPTUREMarshall Elliott5 sessions >> Wednesdays, July 18–August 156:30–9:30pm, Studio 105, $245No prerequisite.
In this class, we will explore the qualities of wood as a medium for constructing sculptural objects. With the use of hand tools, (both traditional and powered) which are relatively inexpensive, and safe to use, hardwoods, softwoods, and wood products such as plywood and MDF will be cut, joined, drilled, sanded, planed, smashed, repaired, carved and finished. The history of wood as a fine-art medium will be addressed, and class projects will be directed towards realizing the creative possibilities of this original carbon fiber to make structures of all kinds with creative freedom.
Sample assignment:
Topographical Layering: Using thin materials such as plywood, Masonite, or split wood shingles and a cutting saw such as a coping saw or jigsaw, construct three-dimensional landscape forms with the theory of topographic map layering that approximates curve gradients by representing profiles at even thicknesses. After looking at maps and understanding the concepts of elevation, sequentially outlined pieces will be joined with adhesive, nails, or screws to build up a solid form from seemingly “flat” wood that approximates a landscape of your choosing.
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Marshall Elliott received his MFA at the San Francisco Art Institute and BA degrees in Film Studies and English Literature at the University of Colorado. In addition to numerous Bay Area spaces such as The deYoung museum, The Headlands Center for the Arts, City Limits, and the Jules Maeght Gallery, he has shown work in Colorado, Oregon, Chicago, Nebraska, and Puerto Rico. He is an Affiliate Artist at the Headlands Center for the Arts and currently lives in Oakland.
marshallelliott.com
PLEASE NOTE: Public Education courses are held contingent on a minimum enrollment, which is determined two business days prior to a class start date. Public Education Staff will contact you ONLY if there is a course cancellation or change.
FAQs
What materials (if any) will I need to bring to class?Each course requires specific materials that we ask you bring to your first class session so you can get started making right away. Materials lists are available approximately two weeks prior to the course start date. Visit the SFAI website here, click on your course title, and then click on the blue "Materials List" link underneath the course dates. If you have any questions regarding materials, please contact Public Education Staff.What are my transport/parking options getting to San Francisco Art Institute?All classes, unless otherwise noted, meet at 800 Chestnut Street, between Jones and Leavenworth. You can find directions to campus on the SFAI website.
SFAI is located in a residential neighborhood, and free two-hour parking is available on all of the streets immediately surrounding the school. The two-hour restriction cuts off at 9 pm, so evening Public Education students do not need to move their car, unless you arrive prior to 7 pm.SFAI is easily accessible via public transportation, with Muni bus lines #30 Stockton, #45 Union, and #47 Van Ness located within a few blocks of campus.Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?SFAI Public Education Staff are always happy to answer any questions you may have about the Public Education program, or our courses. We are in the office Monday-Friday from 9 am to 5 pm. Call us at: 415.749.4554 or e-mail: [email protected]
What is the refund policy?Refund requests must be made in writing to [email protected].
For courses that meet for ten sessions or more, a 100% refund minus a $20 processing fee is given if written notice is received at least five business days before the first class. After five business days before the first class, an 80% refund minus a $20 processing fee is given when written notice is received prior to the third class. No refund is given after the class has met three times. Please allow two to three weeks to receive your refund.
For courses that meet for six sessions or fewer, a 100% refund minus a $20 processing fee is given when written notice is received at least five business days before the first class. After five business days before the first class, an 80% refund minus a $20 processing fee is given when written notice is received prior to the second class. No refund is given after the class has met two times. Please allow two to three weeks to receive your refund.
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In this class, we will explore the qualities of wood as a medium for constructing sculptural objects. With the use of hand tools, (both traditional and powered) which are relatively inexpensive, and safe to use, hardwoods, softwoods, and wood products such as plywood and MDF will be cut, joined, drilled, sanded, planed, smashed, repaired, carved and finished. The history of wood as a fine-art medium will be addressed, and class projects will be directed towards realizing the creative possibilities of this original carbon fiber to make structures of all kinds with creative freedom.
Sample assignment:
Topographical Layering: Using thin materials such as plywood, Masonite, or split wood shingles and a cutting saw such as a coping saw or jigsaw, construct three-dimensional landscape forms with the theory of topographic map layering that approximates curve gradients by representing profiles at even thicknesses. After looking at maps and understanding the concepts of elevation, sequentially outlined pieces will be joined with adhesive, nails, or screws to build up a solid form from seemingly “flat” wood that approximates a landscape of your choosing.
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Marshall Elliott received his MFA at the San Francisco Art Institute and BA degrees in Film Studies and English Literature at the University of Colorado. In addition to numerous Bay Area spaces such as The deYoung museum, The Headlands Center for the Arts, City Limits, and the Jules Maeght Gallery, he has shown work in Colorado, Oregon, Chicago, Nebraska, and Puerto Rico. He is an Affiliate Artist at the Headlands Center for the Arts and currently lives in Oakland.
marshallelliott.com
PLEASE NOTE: Public Education courses are held contingent on a minimum enrollment, which is determined two business days prior to a class start date. Public Education Staff will contact you ONLY if there is a course cancellation or change.
FAQs
What materials (if any) will I need to bring to class?Each course requires specific materials that we ask you bring to your first class session so you can get started making right away. Materials lists are available approximately two weeks prior to the course start date. Visit the SFAI website here, click on your course title, and then click on the blue "Materials List" link underneath the course dates. If you have any questions regarding materials, please contact Public Education Staff.What are my transport/parking options getting to San Francisco Art Institute?All classes, unless otherwise noted, meet at 800 Chestnut Street, between Jones and Leavenworth. You can find directions to campus on the SFAI website.
SFAI is located in a residential neighborhood, and free two-hour parking is available on all of the streets immediately surrounding the school. The two-hour restriction cuts off at 9 pm, so evening Public Education students do not need to move their car, unless you arrive prior to 7 pm.SFAI is easily accessible via public transportation, with Muni bus lines #30 Stockton, #45 Union, and #47 Van Ness located within a few blocks of campus.Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?SFAI Public Education Staff are always happy to answer any questions you may have about the Public Education program, or our courses. We are in the office Monday-Friday from 9 am to 5 pm. Call us at: 415.749.4554 or e-mail: [email protected]
What is the refund policy?Refund requests must be made in writing to [email protected].
For courses that meet for ten sessions or more, a 100% refund minus a $20 processing fee is given if written notice is received at least five business days before the first class. After five business days before the first class, an 80% refund minus a $20 processing fee is given when written notice is received prior to the third class. No refund is given after the class has met three times. Please allow two to three weeks to receive your refund.
For courses that meet for six sessions or fewer, a 100% refund minus a $20 processing fee is given when written notice is received at least five business days before the first class. After five business days before the first class, an 80% refund minus a $20 processing fee is given when written notice is received prior to the second class. No refund is given after the class has met two times. Please allow two to three weeks to receive your refund.
TREE TO OBJECT: SIMPLIFIED WOODWORKING FOR SCULPTUREMarshall Elliott5 sessions >> Wednesdays, July 18–August 156:30–9:30pm, Studio 105, $245No prerequisite.
In this class, we will explore the qualities of wood as a medium for constructing sculptural objects. With the use of hand tools, (both traditional and powered) which are relatively inexpensive, and safe to use, hardwoods, softwoods, and wood products such as plywood and MDF will be cut, joined, drilled, sanded, planed, smashed, repaired, carved and finished. The history of wood as a fine-art medium will be addressed, and class projects will be directed towards realizing the creative possibilities of this original carbon fiber to make structures of all kinds with creative freedom.
Sample assignment:
Topographical Layering: Using thin materials such as plywood, Masonite, or split wood shingles and a cutting saw such as a coping saw or jigsaw, construct three-dimensional landscape forms with the theory of topographic map layering that approximates curve gradients by representing profiles at even thicknesses. After looking at maps and understanding the concepts of elevation, sequentially outlined pieces will be joined with adhesive, nails, or screws to build up a solid form from seemingly “flat” wood that approximates a landscape of your choosing.
____
Marshall Elliott received his MFA at the San Francisco Art Institute and BA degrees in Film Studies and English Literature at the University of Colorado. In addition to numerous Bay Area spaces such as The deYoung museum, The Headlands Center for the Arts, City Limits, and the Jules Maeght Gallery, he has shown work in Colorado, Oregon, Chicago, Nebraska, and Puerto Rico. He is an Affiliate Artist at the Headlands Center for the Arts and currently lives in Oakland.
marshallelliott.com
PLEASE NOTE: Public Education courses are held contingent on a minimum enrollment, which is determined two business days prior to a class start date. Public Education Staff will contact you ONLY if there is a course cancellation or change.
FAQs
What materials (if any) will I need to bring to class?Each course requires specific materials that we ask you bring to your first class session so you can get started making right away. Materials lists are available approximately two weeks prior to the course start date. Visit the SFAI website here, click on your course title, and then click on the blue "Materials List" link underneath the course dates. If you have any questions regarding materials, please contact Public Education Staff.What are my transport/parking options getting to San Francisco Art Institute?All classes, unless otherwise noted, meet at 800 Chestnut Street, between Jones and Leavenworth. You can find directions to campus on the SFAI website.
SFAI is located in a residential neighborhood, and free two-hour parking is available on all of the streets immediately surrounding the school. The two-hour restriction cuts off at 9 pm, so evening Public Education students do not need to move their car, unless you arrive prior to 7 pm.SFAI is easily accessible via public transportation, with Muni bus lines #30 Stockton, #45 Union, and #47 Van Ness located within a few blocks of campus.Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?SFAI Public Education Staff are always happy to answer any questions you may have about the Public Education program, or our courses. We are in the office Monday-Friday from 9 am to 5 pm. Call us at: 415.749.4554 or e-mail: [email protected]
What is the refund policy?Refund requests must be made in writing to [email protected].
For courses that meet for ten sessions or more, a 100% refund minus a $20 processing fee is given if written notice is received at least five business days before the first class. After five business days before the first class, an 80% refund minus a $20 processing fee is given when written notice is received prior to the third class. No refund is given after the class has met three times. Please allow two to three weeks to receive your refund.
For courses that meet for six sessions or fewer, a 100% refund minus a $20 processing fee is given when written notice is received at least five business days before the first class. After five business days before the first class, an 80% refund minus a $20 processing fee is given when written notice is received prior to the second class. No refund is given after the class has met two times. Please allow two to three weeks to receive your refund.
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In this class, we will explore the qualities of wood as a medium for constructing sculptural objects. With the use of hand tools, (both traditional and powered) which are relatively inexpensive, and safe to use, hardwoods, softwoods, and wood products such as plywood and MDF will be cut, joined, drilled, sanded, planed, smashed, repaired, carved and finished. The history of wood as a fine-art medium will be addressed, and class projects will be directed towards realizing the creative possibilities of this original carbon fiber to make structures of all kinds with creative freedom.
Sample assignment:
Topographical Layering: Using thin materials such as plywood, Masonite, or split wood shingles and a cutting saw such as a coping saw or jigsaw, construct three-dimensional landscape forms with the theory of topographic map layering that approximates curve gradients by representing profiles at even thicknesses. After looking at maps and understanding the concepts of elevation, sequentially outlined pieces will be joined with adhesive, nails, or screws to build up a solid form from seemingly “flat” wood that approximates a landscape of your choosing.
____
Marshall Elliott received his MFA at the San Francisco Art Institute and BA degrees in Film Studies and English Literature at the University of Colorado. In addition to numerous Bay Area spaces such as The deYoung museum, The Headlands Center for the Arts, City Limits, and the Jules Maeght Gallery, he has shown work in Colorado, Oregon, Chicago, Nebraska, and Puerto Rico. He is an Affiliate Artist at the Headlands Center for the Arts and currently lives in Oakland.
marshallelliott.com
PLEASE NOTE: Public Education courses are held contingent on a minimum enrollment, which is determined two business days prior to a class start date. Public Education Staff will contact you ONLY if there is a course cancellation or change.
FAQs
What materials (if any) will I need to bring to class?Each course requires specific materials that we ask you bring to your first class session so you can get started making right away. Materials lists are available approximately two weeks prior to the course start date. Visit the SFAI website here, click on your course title, and then click on the blue "Materials List" link underneath the course dates. If you have any questions regarding materials, please contact Public Education Staff.What are my transport/parking options getting to San Francisco Art Institute?All classes, unless otherwise noted, meet at 800 Chestnut Street, between Jones and Leavenworth. You can find directions to campus on the SFAI website.
SFAI is located in a residential neighborhood, and free two-hour parking is available on all of the streets immediately surrounding the school. The two-hour restriction cuts off at 9 pm, so evening Public Education students do not need to move their car, unless you arrive prior to 7 pm.SFAI is easily accessible via public transportation, with Muni bus lines #30 Stockton, #45 Union, and #47 Van Ness located within a few blocks of campus.Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?SFAI Public Education Staff are always happy to answer any questions you may have about the Public Education program, or our courses. We are in the office Monday-Friday from 9 am to 5 pm. Call us at: 415.749.4554 or e-mail: [email protected]
What is the refund policy?Refund requests must be made in writing to [email protected].
For courses that meet for ten sessions or more, a 100% refund minus a $20 processing fee is given if written notice is received at least five business days before the first class. After five business days before the first class, an 80% refund minus a $20 processing fee is given when written notice is received prior to the third class. No refund is given after the class has met three times. Please allow two to three weeks to receive your refund.
For courses that meet for six sessions or fewer, a 100% refund minus a $20 processing fee is given when written notice is received at least five business days before the first class. After five business days before the first class, an 80% refund minus a $20 processing fee is given when written notice is received prior to the second class. No refund is given after the class has met two times. Please allow two to three weeks to receive your refund.
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800 Chestnut Street, San Francisco, CA 94133
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