Starting from the current exhibition La negazione della forma. Arnaldo Pomodoro tra minimalismo e controculturawe investigate the "negative" process used by Arnaldo Pomodoro to create his sculptures. Then we enter his laboratory to experience this technique firsthand. We manipulate the clay until it becomes a surface on which to imprint the abstract signs typical of his work with various tools and instruments. We mix water and plaster and pour the mixture into our clay mold. While we wait for the plaster to dry, let's explore the characteristics of the materials used by the sculptor. Finally, we unmold our plaster bas-relief and notice that the negative signs in clay have become positive plaster reliefs! How much magic in the transformation of sign and matter!
Sculpture workshop
La colata di gesso
Make a plaster cast in Arnaldo Pomodoro's studio /Via Vigevano 3, Milano
Indicate the day and time slot of interest to check availability.
Info and
access methods
Materials
clay, plaster, various tools
Medium
Clay handling, plaster casting
Purpose
Investigate and understand the concept of positive/negative
Method
Each student has his own workstation and makes his own plaster cast
Duration
90 minutes
Cost
120 €
Where
Studio Arnaldo Pomodoro, via vigevano 3 (buzzer 61) / inside courtyard, Milan
Note The rooms are not entirely accessible to people with severe motor disabilities.
