Portrait Sculpting in Clay: The Female Head

The Compleat Sculptor

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Sculpt a lifelike portrait in clay using a step-by-step approach guided by expert instruction. Working from a live model, refine proportions, develop anatomical awareness, and bring expressive depth to your work. From blocking the form to modeling intricate details, gain hands-on experience with essential tools and techniques in a supportive, small-class setting.

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110 West 19th Street, New York, NY
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Portrait Sculpting in Clay: The Female Head

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Mon. Jan 4th, 6–9pm ET

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Working directly from live model and using a step by step approach students will learn how to sculpt a realistic portrait in plastilene clay.

Beginning with an armature, then blocking in the basic form, to finally modeling more detailed features. This course is suitable for all levels and will accommodate beginners as well as experienced sculptors. Emphasis will be put on proportions, building the form, developing anatomical awareness, mood and sculptural aesthetic. All the basic tools and techniques of sculpting in clay will be covered.

Each step will be demonstrated and guided throughout the class. The small class structure will enable more one on one attention to students.

Materials List:

Head armature
Plastilene (Oil Based Modeling Clay)
Sculpting Tools

You may bring your own supplies or purchase on-site!

Model is included.

Refund Policy

Classes are non-refundable but may be transferred to another date if you notify us 11 business days prior to the start of class. Reschedule requests that are within five days of the class will incur a 10% cancellation fee.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

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