Engineering For A Sustainable World: An Artist's Approach
Rosette Gault
Thursday, 04 Nov 2010 at 8:00 pm – Sun Room, Memorial Union
Rosette Gault's work is a blend of art and science. She holds a patent on paperclay, a plastic modeling mix of clay, paper pulp, and water whose fired result can be indistinguishable from conventional clay but is much lighter in weight. In addition to her studio art, Gault is currently working to develop a water filtration system for developing countries, taking advantage of the nanoparticle size of the openings left by the burned-out paper in the firing process. She has also explored ways to convert industrial paper waste and scrap glazes into new building materials. A studio potter, Gault holds an MFA in ceramics. She has authored several books on paperclay for ceramic sculptors.Cosponsored By:
- College of Design
- College of Design Art Club (CODAC)
- College of Engineering
- Committee on Lectures (funded by Student Government)
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