Sculpture Course
A sculpture course
“If people knew how hard I worked to get my mastery, it wouldn't seem so wonderful at all. ”
- Michelangelo
What You Will Learn & Experience In This Course
You will acquire a background in varied sculptural materials and styles.
You will realize how much fun it is to create three dimensional artwork.
You will learn sculptural skills that build your confidence as a 3D artist.
You will have expand your sense of adventure by trying and succeeding with new things!
Who This Course Is For ?
Everyone ages 12 and up - We have options for both kids & adults to attend!
Artists who want to learn to create 3D artwork.
Everyone from beginners to more experienced artists. Each person will be working on their own creation.
You’ll be met in this course exactly where you are so you’ll learn much from these lessons.
Dates & Times
Option 1: Monday Mornings from 10 am to 12 noon - October 5, 12, 19, 26; November 2, 9, 16.
Option 2: Wednesday Afternoons from 4 pm to 6 pm - October 7, 14, 21, 28; November 4, 11, 18.
Option 3: Saturday Afternoons from 1 pm to 3 pm - October 3, 10, 17, 24; November 7, 14, 21.
Lesson 1: Polymer Clay Characters
You will use polymer clay to create three dimensional characters.
You will learn to use basic three dimensional shapes to construct the three dimensional forms needed to make the sculptural characters.
“Sculpture is like farming. If you just keep at it, you can get quite a lot done.
Ruth Asawa
Lesson 2: Texture Ceramic Plaque
You will learn about ceramic clay and various types of handbuilt ceramic clay construction techniques in order to create a textured ceramic plaque.
"Art is a process. It's expressing yourself and doing something, and throwing yourself into it and getting better at it and trying again." — Grayson Perry
Lesson 3: Ceramic Bowl
You will use pinch and coil techniques to create a ceramic bowl.
“Try not to fuss and fiddle with your pots; you will only succeed in robbing them of their character – Phil Rogers
Lesson 4: Origami
We’ll unravel the mystery of the ancient art of Origami.
A step-by-step approach to learning how to fold paper aligned with the rules used by Origami artists will lead to success.
“Origami combines natural laws, science, and philosophy, encouraging the joy of infinite creation from paper.”
Akira Yoshizawa
Lesson 5: Wire Sculpture
We will learn the techniques of wire sculpture to design a three dimensional sculpture with the feeling of a pencil drawing.
"My curiosity was aroused by the idea of giving structural form to the images in my drawings. These forms come from observing plants, the spiral shell of a snail..." ― Ruth Asawa
Lesson 6: Mobile Sculpture
We will continue our exploration of wire art construction to create a sculpture that moves.
”When everything goes well, a mobile is a piece of poetry that dances with the joy of living and surprise.”
Alexander Calder
Lesson 7: Make a Sculpture of Your Choice
You will reflect on the sculptural work we have done to create a sculpture of your choosing.
“Just like a sculptor takes time to mould a sculpture, take your time to hone your skills too.” ― Mitta Xinindlu
Payment Options
You’ll receive:
All 7 lessons, taught with love & expertise by MaryAnn.
You will learn sculptural skills that build your confidence as a 3D artist.
Art supplies & materials needed to carry out each project.
Support, guidance, and feedback on how to make each project the best it can be.
A burgeoning awareness of your creativity & growing artistic skill level.
$400 for 7 weeks of extraordinary art learning!
We Can’t Wait to See You in Our Studio!
Love, MaryAnn and Pippa
