faculty
Robert Millard-Mendez he/him
Associate Teaching Professor
Art
Contact
508-999-9295
508-999-9126
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College of Visual & Performing Arts 204C
Education
| University of Massachusetts Dartmouth | MFA in Sculpure |
| University of Massachusetts Lowell | BFA in Sculpture |
Teaching
- Foundations
- Sculpture
- Furniture Design
Teaching
Courses
A structured introduction to basic approaches of 3D design and sculptural building techniques. The course will enable the beginning student to explore a variety of media and gain fundamental skills in areas such as woodworking, welding, metal casting, mixed-media and new media.
A forum to present contemporary themes in art and design. This course will focus on conceptual and formal themes in order to explore influences that define contemporary art and design. Students will develop a keener comprehension of issues in contemporary art, explore majors with in CVPA, and be introduced to the intellectual community of CVPA and the University. Students will practice writing, critical thinking, collaborative learning and social/civic activities. This course is designed for first semester art majors. Course is designed for first-year art and design students.
A forum to present contemporary themes in art and design. This course will focus on conceptual and formal themes in order to explore influences that define contemporary art and design. Students will develop a keener comprehension of issues in contemporary art, explore majors with in CVPA, and be introduced to the intellectual community of CVPA and the University. Students will practice writing, critical thinking, collaborative learning and social/civic activities. This course is designed for first semester art majors. Course is designed for first-year art and design students.
A forum to present contemporary themes in art and design. This course will focus on conceptual and formal themes in order to explore influences that define contemporary art and design. Students will develop a keener comprehension of issues in contemporary art, explore majors with in CVPA, and be introduced to the intellectual community of CVPA and the University. Students will practice writing, critical thinking, collaborative learning and social/civic activities. This course is designed for first semester art majors. Course is designed for first-year art and design students.
A forum to present contemporary themes in art and design. This course will focus on conceptual and formal themes in order to explore influences that define contemporary art and design. Students will develop a keener comprehension of issues in contemporary art, explore majors with in CVPA, and be introduced to the intellectual community of CVPA and the University. Students will practice writing, critical thinking, collaborative learning and social/civic activities. This course is designed for first semester art majors. Course is designed for first-year art and design students.
Fundamental principles of the third dimension in art and design through the manipulation of materials. This course advances hand skills, accurate analysis of process, and a basic proficiency in a variety of methods. Students work with a range of materials to develop understanding of their character and appropriateness for particular solutions. Course designed for first-year art and design students.
Production methods and technology used in furniture making. It will also make students actively aware of the processes used in the creation of furniture designs. Hands-on projects will be undertaken including the construction of models and full-scale furniture prototypes. Each student will prepare original designs and working drawings.
Research
Research interests
- Sculpture
- Furniture Design