Monday
Aug162010
An Introduction to Figurative Sculpture
Monday, August 16, 2010 at 15:43 I'm tutoring a course at The Mushroom Works Studio...
An Introduction to Figurative Sculpture
9th September - 14th October 2010, Thursday nights 6-8pm
COURSE OUTLINE
An introduction to figurative sculpting is a fully tutored weekly class, which will take you through the basics of sculpting from a life model. Starting right at the beginning this six week course is ideal for those with little or no experience of sculpting from life. The course is lead by a professional sculptor (Me!) and each week you will receive a handout of notes to accompany the lesson.
WEEK ONE
Introduction to wax, tools & equipment required
Taster sculpt: Nose / Lips / Ear / Eye
Taster sculpt: Nose / Lips / Ear / Eye
WEEK TWO
Armature construction. Setting up base and armature. Scale.
WEEK THREE
The model. Choosing a pose.
Blocking in the pose. Proportion and gesture. Balance. Gravity.
Blocking in the pose. Proportion and gesture. Balance. Gravity.
WEEK FOUR & FIVE
The sculpt - building up and refining.
Anatomy. Shape vs Form vs Detail. Landmarks. Muscles.
Anatomy. Shape vs Form vs Detail. Landmarks. Muscles.
WEEK SIX
Finishing off/detailing. What next? Notes on Moulding & Casting.
Price: £65 for the six week course.
All Materials Supplied.
Class sizes are limited for this course, so please book quick to avoid disappointment
to book please email nick@mushroomworks.com or telephone 0191 224 4011
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