Figure Sculpture

Adult Tuition-Free Class | This program is completed

All levels welcome.

4/5/2017-6/7/2017

7:00 PM-9:30 PM EDT on Wed

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$45.00

$35.00

In this course, you will learn to draw in space three-dimensionally. Since the dawn of our consciousness, we have been fascinated with our own human form. The figure has been used by every culture to express a limitless variety of subject matter and concept in art.
You will learn to anchor the figure to the core elements of balance, rhythm weight, and proportion. Some experience with drawing from the figure is helpful but not mandatory.

What will you learn in this workshop?

The emphasis is on gesture, proportion and the sculptural impact of a form in space. Anatomical landmarks and different canons of proportion will be covered, as will sight measuring. You will work quickly the first two weeks, with a focus on mass and rhythm, then move on to a long pose with more in-depth study of anatomy and resolution of form. The work of different sculptors, who use the figure as a means of expression, will be introduced and help develop an individual, informed approach.

  • Evening Classes will be canceled on June 7th due to Founders Celebrations, with make up classes to be held on June 14th.
  • Required supplies for this class:
  • • Full figure armature, torso armature or board for modeling *
  • • 3/16 Dowel or Barbecue skewer for sight measuring.
  • • 12 inch calipers
  • • Flat 6 to 8 inch flat modeling tools (various tools for sculpture reviewed the first class)
  • • Wire clay cutting tool
  • • Plumb bob (or large fishing weight) w/ string
  • • Small spray bottle for water
  • • Trash or dry cleaner bag
  • • Cotton rags (old sheet, t-shirt) to hydrate your sculpture

  • Items marked with an * are available for purchase in Fleisher’s school store. Members receive a 10% discount on art supply purchases.