Applied Techniques Design

Properties and Objects Residency

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Duration 2 Weeks
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Properties and Objects Residency

Overview

Elevate your artistic practice with NIDA’s immersive Residency Program. Designed for passionate individuals eager to refine their craft, this program offers a unique opportunity to develop essential skills in collaboration with NIDA teaching artists who are industry experts. Whether you’re an emerging talent or an experienced artist, our residencies provide a challenging and supportive environment where your creative potential can flourish. 

Master the art of crafting unique props and objects for both stage and screen. Explore the principles of prop making and its vital role in visual storytelling.  Collaborate with peers to develop original concepts and learn how to bring ordinary and extraordinary objects to life through traditional and digital fabrication techniques. 

Open to applicants from around the globe, NIDA’s Residencies foster a dynamic cultural exchange, making our program a vibrant hub for artistic innovation. Tailor your experience with a one or two-week residency packed with intensive training.

Components

Week one Explore diverse concept development approaches and engage in practical exercises in moulding, sculpting, texturing, and casting. Apply these principles and techniques to bring your unique design project to life. 

Week two Extend your artistry in properties and object making as you explore digital drafting and rendering, 3D printing and hand finishing. Re-imagine your project using 3D modelling and sculpting techniques.

Prerequisites

No experience necessary. Entry to NIDA Residencies is by selection. Please enrol to lodge your application. 

Delivered face-to-face at NIDA Kensington, Sydney.

For more information, please see our Terms & Conditions.

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