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Sculpting from Life: Female Figure

The Compleat Sculptor
4.8 61 reviews

This studio experience examines classical figure sculpting through direct work from a live model. Participants develop observational skills, proportional understanding, and clay modeling techniques with guidance tailored to individual experience levels. Emphasis on anatomy and form supports expressive, structurally sound work across short studies and a sustained final piece.

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  • 13 and older
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  • 110 West 19th Street, New York, NY
  • 18 hours over 6 sessions
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This class explores the fundamental techniques of figure sculpture as a tradition by working directly with the live model. Individualized instruction is tailored to ability in a relaxed atmosphere suitable for all levels of experience. Emphasis is placed upon practical study and application of traditional proportional thinking, clay modeling techniques, and understanding how our underlying anatomical structure informs our universal and individual physical characteristics.

The extended class will feature three different poses for a varied learning experience; one single week maquette, a two week pose, and a three week final project.

Model fee not included in price.

Materials:

  • Water-based clay (oil-based clay available for purchase if this is your preferred material)
  • Bring your tool kit (if you have one) and wear clothes you do not mind getting dirty.
  • Additional tools are always available for purchase at the site.

Refund Policy

Classes are non-refundable but may be transferred to another date if you notify us 11 business days prior to the start of class. Reschedule requests that are within five days of the class will incur a 10% cancellation fee.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

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The Compleat Sculptor, Inc. is a leading supplier of sculpture equipment and materials, serving various creative industries such as support and training in set design, movie special effects, and toy prototyping.

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