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Modeling I

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Course Unit Code618-2036/02
Number of ECTS Credits Allocated5 ECTS credits
Type of Course Unit *Compulsory
Level of Course Unit *First Cycle
Year of Study *First Year
Semester when the Course Unit is deliveredSummer Semester
Mode of DeliveryFace-to-face
Language of InstructionCzech
Prerequisites and Co-Requisites Course succeeds to compulsory courses of previous semester
Name of Lecturer(s)Personal IDName
DIR0013MgA. Alžběta Dirnerová
Summary
- A student will be able to irealize basic spatial plastic geometric still life (architecture, such as geometric exercise)
- The student will be able to shape , proportionally to navigate and then apply their skills in the implementation of tasks ( modeling skills, knowledge of basic principles of sculpture );
- B. student will be able to develop plastic embossed award (relief, plaques, medals ) . The exact processing.

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit
Acquired knowledges:
- The student will be able to recognize the sculptural quality of the refuired level
- The student will be able to use gained knowledges to transmission of information from 2D to 3D implementation.
Acquired skills:
- The student will be able to apply concepts of basic principles of sculpture ;
- The student will be able to realize spatial plastic task on the basal level .
Course Contents
A. 1. Basic concepts and theories of sculptural works . 2. Way of working with plastic material , respect the principles of the modeling , variety types of work equipment.3. Storage of the model. 4. Principles of three-dimensional imaging. Compliance with the chronology of the workflow. 5. Proportions , statics , dynamics , rhythm, repetition , contrast, and other concepts that are related to the topic of geometric composition in plastic production. 6. Architecture . City walk - the study of the proportional spatial relationships. 7. Architecture as a geometric exercise. Ability own spatial implementation. The use of geometric objects. The concept of stylization . 8. The creation of the surface - surface as a reflection of the accuracy of workflow ( modeling skills , use of appropriate work equipment ) . 9. Modern architecture , the important realizations, relation to the creation of sculpture . 10. Mold making . Waste mold - suitable for rapid production of the original cast .
B. 1 Relief in relation to historical periods . Comparison of illustrative reproductions.2. The concept of high and bas-relief . 3. The medal , plaque . 4. Workinf with fonts. Text on the surface . Choice of font type , location of the text, ability to work with font , etc.

Exercise A. 1. Working with modeling clay - technology. Basic workflow - creation of a base for the subsequent implementation of the modeled object. 2. The modeling of the geometric model to compliance with the principles of correct workflow.
3. Modelling of a simple geometric still life acording to the real model . Working in 1:1 scale and due to workflow.
4. Implementation of the topic - small architectural composition. 5. Realization of sculpture. Design of spatial building on the architectural theme . The starting elements are the geometric objects , or a severely stylized objects forming the symbiotic interaction , harmonious whole. Required work with proportions , spaciousness and modeling skills .
6.Mold making . Production of waste mold. 7. A plaster cast . Casting plaster model to full / to hollow.
8. Finishing the cast .
Exercise B. 1 The application of own drawing proposal - made by - three-dimensional model on the surfaceof the relief. 2. Determination of maximum heights and lowest parts and subsequently differentiation of other critical dimensions. 3. Focused modeling activity with a significant revision. 4. Clear refinement of the individual volumes. Precision work - choice of right work equipments. 5. Mold making . Making of a waste mold. 6. A plaster cast . Casting plaster model to full / to hollow - in the case of higher relief plates . 7. Finishing of the cast - wet and dry.
Recommended or Required Reading
Required Reading:
[1] YOUNG, R.D. and R.A. FENNELL. Methods for modern sculptors. Escondido: Sculpt-Nouveau, 1980. ISBN 0-9603744-0-X.


[1] PIJOAN, J.: Dějiny umění 1-10. Praha,Knižní klub, 1998-2002
[2] NERET, G.: Auguste Rodin, Praha: Slovart, 2005, ISBN 80-7209-673-7
[3] GOMBRICH, E. H.: Příběh umění, Praha, Argo, 1997, ISBN 80-204-0685-9
[4] YOUNG, R.D. and R.A. FENNELL. Methods for modern sculptors. Escondido: Sculpt-Nouveau, 1980. ISBN 0-9603744-0-X.

Recommended Reading:
[1] HUTCHINSON, J. Antony Gormley, London: Phaidon Press 2000, ISBN 0714839523
[1] PRINAOVÁ, F. a E. DEMARTINIOVÁ. 100 let architektury. Slovart, 2006, ISBN 80-7209-838-1
[2] STADLER, W. Dějiny sochařství, REBO production, 1996, 198 s., ISBN 80-85815-67-2
[3] BAUCH, J. Otto Gutfreund, Praha, Národní Galerie 1995, 351 s.,ISBN 80-7035-098-9.
[4] GÖSSEL, P. a G. LEUTHÄUSEROVÁ. Architektura 20. Století, Praha: Slovart s.r.o., 2006 ISBN 8072098144
[5] THOMPSON, J. Richard Deacon, London: Phaidon Press 2000, 212 s.,ISBN 0714839493.
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Lectures, Individual consultations, Tutorials
Assesment methods and criteria
Task TitleTask TypeMaximum Number of Points
(Act. for Subtasks)
Minimum Number of Points for Task Passing
CreditCredit100 51