This is a 5 week class that meets on Mondays. 5-8pm (see scheduled dates below)
Welcome to Figure Sculpture!
Beginners and masters alike!
This 5 week class will explore the fundamental techniques and traditions of figure sculpture working directly with the live model. Individualized instruction is tailored to ability in a relaxed atmosphere Advanced and self-directed approaches are encouraged. Emphasis will be placed upon the systematic study of proportions, basic anatomy, composition and gesture. Working in oil based clay (plastilene), directly from a live model. students will have the opportunity to create finished and fired terracotta sculptures with a variety of finishing techniques demonstrated as well. In addition to weekly studio class sessions, we will schedule a visit to the metropolitan museum of art!
Basic materials are included in the class fee; a figure armature and clay. Please bring your tool kit (if you have one) and wear clothes you do not mind getting dirty to the first day of classes.
Please note that figures sculpted must be molded and cast in order to preserve the form; workshops are available through TCS.
Sculpting from Life Suggested reading:
Human Anatomy for Artists – Eliot Goldfinger
Modelling and Sculpting the Human Figure – Edouard Lanteri
Model fee is included in the class.
Required Materials:
18" Figure Armature, 8 Blocks of Le Beau Touche, assorted clay tools- please wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty!!!!
Dates:
August 12, 19, 26 September 9, 16
