This course is an introduction to a wide variety of the processes, materials and conceptual aspects of 3-D art making. Students learn to engage their art making in a three-fold approach: critical thinking as a process, attention to materials knowledge and exposure to contemporary and historical artists through lectures. Students investigate formal aspects of sculpture as well as the development of ideas. They expand written and oral communication skills regarding aesthetics and art as they develop end employ research methods by which to nourish their art making. As well, they explore a variety of new working methods: individual, small group and class collaboration. At the conclusion of this course, students will have worked with wood, fibers, metals and other alternative forms to create a coherent body of work. Prerequisite: none