Life Sculpture Evening

Learn to model portrait & full pose clay life sculptures. Working from a variety of life models and poses, develop observation skills, individual expression, clay modelling and clay preparation techniques for firing. Suitable for all levels, including beginners. Extra charge for materials used over and above the allocated material course fee.

Learning Outcomes:

• Beginners will learn how to: To measure the figure to make life-size or scaled down/occasionally scaled up clay sculptures and use correct angle of view when working
• Beginners will learn about the different types of clays, working methods and hollowing clay sculptures for firing
• Intermediate students: Will be able to consolidate the skills above and will be encouraged to: Get involved in the setting of poses and develop identity into their work
• More advanced students will be encouraged to experiment with materials and working methods, develop skills and identity in their work.
• All students will learn and explore colouring and finishing techniques on completed sculptures
• All students will understand and practice the Health and Safety of clay and the sculpture studio practice.