Sculpture Classes in NYC, New York

Have you wanted to learn to draw people? Well, this course is designed for beginner to intermediate learners. We will learn how to construct the figure using various methods. Studying the basic proportions, and the dynamic actions, and some advanced techniques like foreshortening you will walk away with tools, techniques and ways of looking at drawing...

In this online course, students will be sculpting an actual size self-portrait in clay, beginning with an anatomically correct block-in of the primary and secondary volumes of the head, and advancing to a more specific likeness of oneself, through meticulous observation and measuring techniques. Important proportions of the skull,...

Love plants? Love clay? Use slab and pinch techniques to mimic the texture and forms of your favorite plants. We’ll focus on creating clay arrangements that will become wall hangings, and relief sculptures. Clay and firing available for additional cost. Clay and firing available for additional cost. Please reach out to [email protected] for...

This class teaches the Materials and Techniques needed to Seam, Patch, and prep for Painting, a Silicone Head. Live online Demo and Discussion. Bring your questions! Watch demo, or work along with the instructor on your own project as you learn.  Demo and Discussion: Types of Silicones used Seaming tools Seaming Materials and Additives...

Sculpt the facial features in bas-relief format using either self-hardening clay or oil-based clay. In this class the eye, ear, mouth and nose will get their time to shine. The focus for beginners will be on understanding the basic masses, planes, the anatomy of the underlying forms and surface treatment. More advanced students will be encouraged...

Sculpt the facial features in bas-relief format using either self-hardening clay or oil-based clay. In this class the eye, ear, mouth and nose will get their time to shine. The focus for beginners will be on understanding the basic masses, planes, the anatomy of the underlying forms and surface treatment.  More advanced students will be encouraged...

Not your grandma’s polymer clay! Reinvented and rediscovered by today’s makers, this versatile material comes in many colors, can be blended to make any color, and can be used to make a multitude of patterns that imitate millefiori, mosaic tiles, wood, stone, or even ceramics. You can fire it in a toaster oven! Bring your creativity and your...

This course will take you through the whole process of sculpting a portrait bust, hand studies and full figure. Strengthen your observational skills, hallowing techniques and explore detail development, including a list of optional supplementary resources will be provided. There will be demonstrations in clay and alternative materials. Supply List: ...

Elizabeth Orleans hosts "Ceramic Social" from her Venice Beach art studio via Zoom. Learn how to hand-build things out of clay. Stay creative and socialize from your own home! When: Every Tuesday Evening 6-9 PM (time is subject to change) We will Zoom for 2 hours (availability/questions for the last hour) What: We will focus...

Elizabeth Orleans hosts "Ceramic Social" from her Venice Beach art studio via Zoom. Learn how to hand-build things out of clay. Stay creative and socialize from your own home! When: Every Tuesday Evening 6-9 PM (time is subject to change) We will Zoom for 2 hours (availability/questions for the last hour) What: We will focus on a...

Elizabeth Orleans hosts "Ceramic Social" from her Venice Beach art studio via Zoom. Learn how to hand-build things out of clay. Stay creative and socialize from your own home! When: Every Tuesday Evening 6-9 PM (time is subject to change) We will Zoom for 2 hours (availability/questions for the last hour) What: We will focus on a...

Grounds for Sculpture’s continuously surprising interplay of art and environment presents photographers with a myriad of creative photo opportunities. We'll begin with a discussion of composition, camera settings and how to shoot in various lighting situations. Your instructor will be with you every step of the way to look at your work and answer...

Basic and advanced techniques of direct stone carving - initial roughing out, developing a form, final finishing and polishing are presented. There is a choice of softer stone or marble. Hand and pneumatic tools are both covered. Participants should end the course with the basic knowledge necessary to work on their own.  Instruction is individually...

This class is not for people who make molds; this is a class for people who want to know how to make molds. Our Resin-Rubber Overview is geared toward new-comers to mold making who want to know about the materials available and the basics of how to use them. This class is designed for the beginner mold maker. An important step in successful mold making...

Using a 2-piece urethane mold, We take you through the entire process of running an encapsulated Silicone Prosthetic.   Topics to be covered: Mold making How different materials work with Vinyl encapsulant.   Release agents how to release the mold, and release agents Mixing the cap plastic Spraying the mold Different types...