Sculpture with Life Model - All Abilities

Course intent

Learn the principal sculpture techniques. Discover how to model from life and gain the confidence and skills to realise finished sculptures

What will I learn?

Depending on your level you will learn:

• how to work from a life model to create a sculpture
• how to sketch the life model for sculpture
• how to use measuring and proportion
• how to create balance and structure
• how to use modelling mediums such as clay, plastaline and wax
• how to do casting and moulding using plaster and silicone rubber
• different use of sculpture materials such as Jesmonite
• how to make an armature
• how to develop your ideas and images into a sculpture
• how to use tools safely

You will receive one-to-one support and there will be group discussions. Build your confidence through practice and through observing the tutor demonstrate techniques.

Who is this course for? Is there anything I need to know before joining?

This course will introduce beginners to the subject and to extend the more experienced learners’ skills, including the opportunity to learn carving, guiding you all towards a more personal approach to sculpture making. A practical mind set and an enthusiasm for creating, experimenting and persevering are useful ingredients for those joining the class. Any learner with medical conditions or allergies should inform the tutor to check if there is any risk.

What do I need to bring to the first class? Will there be any extra costs?

For the first session you need to bring:

• wear clothes for messy work
• bring examples of any previous work
• a sketch pad & pencil

Your tutor will discuss additional materials needed during the first session:

• Most materials are covered by the course fee, but for larger or multiple pieces an additional fee may be payable, or materials purchased by the learner.
• You may need to purchase clay, plaster, resin, and kiln firing costs during this course
• If you choose to work on a technique that requires a specialist face mask, you will be provided with one FFP3 mask at the beginning and you are expected to take this home and bring it back for all subsequent classes. Should you forget your mask, a replacement can be purchased from Reception.

What can I do when I finish the course?

Learners may wish to attend further sculpture courses with the possibility of exhibiting work; there is the opportunity to join art groups, societies Your tutor can give you advice about progression with external providers.

Additional information

We welcome learners with additional needs and disabilities. When you enrol, please let us know if you would like to discuss your extra support needs with a member of the Supported Learning Team who will then contact you as soon as possible. If you are enrolling within 10 days of the course start date, we may not be able to contact you before your first class.

How to enrol

Our courses are for adult learners aged 19 or over. If you are under 19, please call 0300 200 1044.

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