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Overview
About the course
The Concrete Casting course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) is hands-on and participants will learn how to make cast concrete objects and sculpture / art works. The course aims to equip you with the skills to develop your own ideas and projects through experimentation, a series of mould making techniques and other possible applications of the material in an art and design context.
Looking at the modest and the monumental as inspiration; Picassos concrete sculptures and other contemporary artists such as the work of Michael Dean and Rachel Whiteread, as well as Brutalist architecture and the influences of Le Corbusier.
The course will consider mould making using a variety of materials including wood, metal, plastic, sand, vacuum forming and other salvaged materials with the aim to keep costs low and be environmentally conscious. The final element will look at sculpting and painting with concrete - making and sculpting a small object.
Programme Structure
Topics covered:- Presentation of the context of concrete in art, architecture and design
- Learning basics of concrete mixing, ratios, cement and aggregates
- Making basic moulds for casting objects - options to create art / sculpture / design objects - including demos on creating pots, tiles and models. Experimental approach is encouraged and you can develop work throughout the course
- Latex moulding - where to use latex for detailed cast objects and outdoor / garden sculpture
- Small armature making - sculpting with concrete and using as a painting medium
- Pigment additions
- Ciment fondu
- Discussions of sustainability and impact of concrete on the environment, plus ideas around a climate conscious artistic practice, rammed earth, hemp crete and natural concrete
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 5 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Design Visual Arts View 229 other Short Courses in Design in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
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Other requirements
General requirements
Who should take this course?
- Artists, designers, architects and anyone who wants to experiment with these materials.
Level:
- Beginners.
Please bring to the first session:
- Textiles for impression
- Object for small relief casting: max size L: 12 x W: 12 x h: 3cm - can discuss with tutor
- Plastic pots: yoghurt pots and cardboard tube
- Pair of washing up gloves recommended (disposable gloves provided)
- Wear appropriate clothing / overalls for messy work
Tuition Fee
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International
870 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 870 GBP for the full programme during 5 days. -
National
870 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 870 GBP for the full programme during 5 days.
Living costs for London
1137 - 2157 GBP /month
Living costs
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