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【USR Hub】Accompanying Art Studio: A Taipei Art Action Plan for Learning, Companionship, and Inclusion - Metalworking Art Creation Techniques II
Key Description 1. Focus Points: This week marked the second session of the metalworking workshop series. Students were required to complete their previous tasks by sanding the surfaces and edges of their pieces using sandpaper rolls, enhancing the quality and aesthetic appeal of their works. At the beginning of the class, the instructor reviewed students’ progress and selected suitable pieces for demonstration. With the students' consent, the instructor conducted a lesson on metal dyeing, showcasing the differences in dyed effects on textured versus smooth metal sheets and teaching the process of blackening metal. Following the dyeing tutorial, the instructor demonstrated how to polish the metal sheets with wax to achieve a smoother finish. The session proceeded with group instruction on punching holes in the metal and cutting thin metal rods. Students inserted the pre-cut rods through the holes and hammered them into rivets, enabling flexible joint movement in their pieces. The instructor also guided students on adjusting the joints' tightness to achieve greater versatility in their designs. After all students completed their projects, the instructor led a group critique, offering praise and suggestions for improvement. The instructor also provided ideas for additional enhancements, such as turning the creations into pendants or brooches, making them more functional. Inspired by the feedback, students not only deepened their interest in metalworking but also learned how to refine their creations—a rewarding experience overall. 2. Results: In this second session of the workshop series, students successfully created a range of imaginative metalwork pieces, including intricate butterflies, spiders, and centipedes. These works showcased not only their technical advancements but also their creativity and passion for the art of metalworking. At the beginning of the class, students carefully sanded their pieces, attending to every detail to achieve smooth and glossy finishes. The instructor then demonstrated the metal dyeing process, highlighting how different treatments affected the final appearance. After learning the blackening technique, students applied it to their designs, giving the butterfly wings and spider bodies unique colors and depth. During group instruction, students learned essential skills such as punching holes, cutting metal rods, and creating rivets. These skills allowed them to assemble their pieces with movable joints, making the centipede’s segmented body fully articulated, adding an engaging and dynamic element to the design. The interactive nature of these pieces not only made them more entertaining but also provided students with a deeper understanding of the metalworking process. In the final group critique, the instructor provided personalized feedback on each student’s work, encouraging them and offering specific suggestions for improvement. This process stimulated their imagination for future art projects and teaching concepts. Through this session, students enhanced their technical abilities, strengthened their appreciation for craftsmanship, and expanded their creative horizons.
Implemented by
Center for Teaching and Learning Development
Date:
2024/10/28
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