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Visualize and produce sculptures using a mix of unconventional and unusual materials. Students will learn about the sculptural form through hands-on projects, exploring different artists, and critiques. We will introduce the design principles, proportion, repetition, contrast, rhythm, balance, and movement in the context of sculpture.  We will...

Join us in-person  to learn the classic skill of sculpting the human figure or head from a live model. Students will begin with an anatomically correct block-in of the primary and secondary volumes of the body, and advance to a more specific likeness of the model through meticulous observation and measuring techniques. Students will be offered...

The fundamental issues in sculpture, such as material, process, context, form, scale, structure, and space will be introduced; combined with the elements and principles of design within the context of sculpture. A significant component will be the variety of materials that might be used - clay, wood, metal, and plaster, as well as the review of supplemental...

The students will gain an understanding of the fundamentals of the Human body, developing the perception of the body structure and shapes, and how to translate this information into a form. This course will have a live model, and examples will also provide an understanding of how the human body was seen in the context of history. While working primarily...

Learn from the model to understand the Human form and the anatomical proportions of the figure. Through studio practice, you will be acquainted with the language of sculpting; showing depth and volume in a naturalistic way. Students must bring their own materials. MATERIALS LIST: Armature for a 28" Figure Soft Plastiline: 10 - 12 small pieces...

Learn the basic traditional technique of terracotta sculpture, including clay-work skills, modeling, and handling the process of the clay from wet to dry then baked in a kiln. Through demonstration and individual instruction, you will learn to make a complete sculpture in terracotta. Sculpture in a variety of styles will be encouraged. Open to all...

In this 4-day course, students will be introduced to the history of stone carvings. Students will learn the use and purpose of different tools and various carving techniques to make figurative or abstract sculptures on stone. The goal is to complete a sculpture and gain experience in direct carving of soapstone, alabaster, or marble. MATERIAL LIST...

In this course, you will learn how to do a realistic human head from start to finish, exploring the anatomy of the face in-depth, proportions, features, and expressions. You’ll learn the principles of building armatures and handling clay. All work in clay from the life model. All levels of experience are welcomed. Registration fee included. Please ...

Learn the basics of making works with paper clay. Paper clay is a versatile, lightweight material that can be used to make both 2 and 3-dimensional works. It can be painted, stained, carved, and sanded. Finished works do not require firing in the kiln so a variety of scales can be explored. Students will learn how to make paper clay, make a plaster...

This interesting and exciting summer course will encourage the student to work with confidence and critical thinking. The fundamentals of drawing will be explained and re-emphasized. Then using a water based Clay as the canvass and learning the fundamentals of sculpture, an original image will be brought to life as a Bas Relief. The artwork can be...

Visit the most exceptional exhibits in Chelsea, the world's center for contemporary art. You'll see a mix of extraordinary painting, sculpture, electronic media and photography, by artists of great diversity, in the world's center for contemporary art.  Some galleries will require masks. Be sure to arrive early or on time, so that the tour...

What makes this Course Unique is that is is taught by an artist who has experience teaching both sculptors and welders. She is a Part-Time Associate Professor at Parsons School of Design, teaching Metal Fabrication. This class is an empowering experience for both beginners as well as people who have experienced welding in the past. The class...

A Unique Father's Day Gift for your Dad! Forget the after Shave.  Pease see description for "Weld Connect Bond". The Father's Day Gift that you both will enjoy! Create a Father's Day Memory in 2022. Learn to Mig Weld. You and your Dad will create Unique Sculptures to take home. Family heirlooms. 

Learn the age old technique of lost wax carving – a fascinating way of making silver and gold jewelry by carving jewelry out of wax, then creating a mold of the wax, melting the wax and pouring molten silver or gold in to make a solid silver version of your wax mold. A great class for anyone interested in making jewelry or small sculpture. In the...

What makes this Course Unique is that is is taught by an artist who has experience teaching both sculptors and welders. She is a Part-Time Associate Professor at Parsons School of Design, teaching Metal Fabrication. This class is an empowering experience for both beginners as well as people who have experienced welding in the past. The class...