Sculpture: Monumental

What is taught in this field

The Sculpture: Monumental program is taught at the National Institute of Art and Design. Students learn to create large-scale sculptures for city squares, parks, memorial complexes and commemorative compositions. The core of the program includes drawing, fundamentals of fine art, composition, plastic arts and modeling. Students master working with plaster, clay and other materials, as well as stone and metal techniques.

They also study art history and theory, color theory and design fundamentals. Key skills include spatial thinking, expressing ideas through sketches, building the human figure correctly and handling large three-dimensional forms.

Who will the graduate become

Graduates can work as monumental sculptors. Their career paths include independent sculptor, author of monument and memorial complex projects, head of an art project or master in a studio. Teaching or mentoring in art schools is also possible.

Where can one work

Graduates may work in culture and art institutions, museums, city administrations and their landscaping services, architecture and design bureaus, art studios and organizations working on commemorative projects. Creative studios, publishing and advertising are also open to them. In Uzbekistan, urban decoration and monument projects in large cities and regions create demand for specialists.

Who is this suitable for

This field suits applicants who have a feel for volume, are interested in historical and cultural heritage, and are patient and hardworking. If you enjoy drawing, can easily imagine three-dimensional forms, enjoy working with your hands and are ready to take part in group projects, this direction may be interesting for you. Artistic taste and observation skills are also important.