IN-PERSON COURSES
THE PRINTED FIGURE: combining figurative ceramic sculpture and surface development
OCTOBER 5-8, 2021 (Tuesday-Friday)
Location: Córdova Studios, Bakersville (Penland), NC
In this unique course you will both hone your sculpting abilities and learn techniques to enliven your figurative works with rich, dynamic surfaces.
We will start by building a 20” figure from the pelvic area up using simple patterns and photographic references to anchor our sculptural process. Demos will cover slab construction and articulation of the hip area, upper torso, arms, hands, head, and neck. We will cover anatomical concepts and modeling strategies used to facilitate accuracy and expression.
Transitioning into surface development, we will use slips and underglazes combined with newsprint and tissue transfers to create an assortment of test tiles that will inform both your primary sculpture and future work at home.
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THE FULL FIGURE / Standing Figure
Slab construction: feet to head, part by part
NOVEMBER 9-13, 2021 (Tuesday-Saturday)
Location: Córdova Studios, Bakersville (Penland), NC
The class will work on developing a 25" full figure in clay through the use of slabs and simple patterns that can be implemented to articulate any gesture at different scales. We will focus on proportion and anatomy and strategies for refining and fine-tuning figurative compositions in clay.
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THE FULL FIGURE/ Reclining Nude
NOVEMBER 16-19, 2021 (Tuesday-Friday)
Location: Córdova Studios, Bakersville (Penland), NC
In this four-day hands-on course, we will create a full reclining nude using slabs of clay and simple paper patterns. The class will offer an opportunity to learn about every part of the body without the need for armatures or external supports.
This intimate learning environment will provide participants ample one-on-one support as they navigate the techniques and concepts introduced in the course. Students will also have the opportunity to discuss topics relevant to their individual studio practice.
ALL LEVELS
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ONLINE COURSES AND LESSONS
THE HEAD IN CLAY ONLINE COURSE
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MASTER GLAZES ONLINE COURSE
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