STONE CARVING (Practical)

Paper Code: 
25DVAS505B
Credits: 
6
Contact Hours: 
90.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

The course will enable the students to be able to understand the subtraction method of sculpting. They will gain knowledge of how composition is carved out of a block of stone. Learn about tool handling on stone and the importance of negative spaces and illusion of depth.

 
Course Outcomes: 

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Learning Outcome

(at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies 

Course Code

Course Title

25DVAS505 (B)

Stone Carving (Practical)

CO23: Observe and analyze the stone and explore the world of stone sculptures after that create a maquette according to the selected stone.

CO24: Prepare a final composition in stone showcasing their minimalistic approach to form executing various carving tools and techniques that make them employable in regional and national sculpture studios.

CO25: Defend the understanding of stone and tools on the skill set developed and establish herself as a global industry ready stone sculptor. 

CO26: Contribute effectively in course-specific interaction

Approach in teaching:

Interactive Lectures, Discussion on composition subjects, Tutorials, Videos, Demonstration, Reading assignments.

Learning activities for the students:

Sketching, lay out, Self-learning assignments, Effective questions, presentation, Giving tasks,  Field practical, handling of matrix, printing press and tools, giving tasks to create sketches, layouts.

Layouts and Sketches,Continuous Assessment Test, Semester End Examinations,Daily Assignments,Observation,Student Teacher Interaction and Final Submissions.

COURSE CONTENT:

Simple composition suitable for carving with appropriate emphasis on techniques

 

SUBMISSIONS: 1 composition in stone of Minimum of 1’

 20 layout and drawing, 5 sketches per day

 
Essential Readings: 
  1. William Tucker, The Language of Sculpture, Thames & Hudson Publication
  2. Sculpture, designed by Baseline Co Ltd, Grange Books

Suggested Readings: 

  1. Nicholas Penny, The Materials of Sculpture, Yale University Press
References: 
  1. http://www.visual-arts-cork.com/sculpture/stone.htm
  2. https://www.imaginated.com/blog/stone-sculptures/ 
  3. https://www.youtube.com/watchv=zCD9ya1MSUU&pp=ygUPc3RvbmUgc2N1bHB0dXJl
  4. https://www.youtube.com/watchv=R2RD9KRcK0U&pp=ygUPc3RvbmUgc2N1bHB0dXJl
  5. https://www.youtube.com/watchv=gyWeksAo8VM&pp=ygUPc3RvbmUgc2N1bHB0dXJl
Academic Year: 
2025-2026
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