In this two-weekend intensive class, Armando will lead the class in creating a silicone and plaster mold of the student's existing sculpture. This durable silicone mold can then be used to create plaster finished sculpture, or to create a wax print in preparation for casting in bronze. Bench clay, plaster and silicone for molding will be provided as part of the cost of the class. The class will take place over two weekends:
Students will be instructed in the basics of figure drawing, starting from the block-in stage all the way to finishing touches. We will be working on paper at 11 x 14 inches; go to "Learn More" for materials list.
Armando will lead students in creating a silicone and plaster mold of the student's existing sculpture. The class will take place over two weekends:
Spend 10 weeks creating one or more clay figure studies from a live model in a supportive environment. We suggest that new sculptors take either Figure Sculpture or the Plaster Cast Sculpture Study class first.
Learn about the process of slip casting for ceramics, and create a simple slip-cast mold. No previous experience necessary!
Learn hand-building techniques and create some original work for Studio Pintura's Fall Raku Firing event. No previous experience necessary!
Learn to sculpt the figure from a figure model, with expert instruction from Lois Rhomberg. We will work in plasticine clay over an 18-inch armature.
Learn to sculpt a life-size portrait bust from a model in oil-based clay with instructor Armando Gutiérrez G. The class will emphasize anatomy and proportion, as well as creating a life-like piece with character.
10 a.m.-1 p.m., 2 p.m.-5 p.m. Friday, October 9
10 a.m.-1 p.m., 2 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Saturday, October 10
Saturday Evening Demo, 5-8 p.m. October 10 (open to a wider audience, but included in the workshop)
10 a.m.-1 p.m., 2 p.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, October 11
