Sculpture Weekend – Portrait Head in Clay - April 25th & 26th

Sculpture can perhaps seem daunting, but many artists find that they respond more naturally to working in three dimensions, Clay is a very friendly medium, responsive and easy to form.

If you have not done this before, you will be guided every step of the way. I can promise you will enjoy the experience. However, I cannot promise you will not become addicted!

Day One : Saturday

10.00: Setting the goals for the day (Tea & Coffee will be served)

10.30 - 12.30: Morning Session We learn a simple way to build the armature (support) for our portrait bust. By lunchtime we aim to have the basic shape of the head and shoulders ready for the afternoon, when we can begin to build the features. To choose a way forward, we will look at the work of some great portrait sculptors
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12.30: Lunch (Bring your own picnic style, or enjoy a simple rustic meal for £10*)

1.30 - 4.00: Afternoon Session - Cathy will take you through the structure of the head and how to work in 3D. We begin to build the face, working to create something that is beautiful but also really shows who the person is.

4.30: Round up and discussion of the day’s progress.(Tea & Coffee will be served)

Day Two : Sunday​

10.00: Setting the goals for the day (Tea & Coffee will be served)

10.30 - 12.30: Morning Session – We will spend the morning structuring the hair and finding the beauty of the pose we want to portray.

Our sculptures will begin to come to life.
 
12.30: Lunch (Bring your own picnic style or enjoy a simple rustic meal for £10*)
 
1.30 - 4.00: Afternoon Session – Here you can decide what type of finish or texture you want and what steps you can take to add mood and feeling – perhaps a necklace or a clip in the hair – clay of course!
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4.30: Round up and discussion of the day’s progress. (Tea & coffee will be served)
Please note: There is a materials charge of £10 for this course to cover the cost of clay.

Recommendation

“Although Cathy has vast experience in teaching art and deep knowledge of art, she is not intimidating. She has a softly, softly style that is encouraging and yet firm in guiding a novice painter like me to create good works.” SCC

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Special introductory offer of £50 per day, including all materials, tea and coffee.

* Tell us if you want to book lunch!