Sculptural Forms (tuition-free)

Adult Tuition-Free Class | FULL (Membership Required)

All levels welcome, recommended for beginners.

4/2/2024-5/21/2024

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

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$20.00

$40.00

You will explore a range of three-dimensional working methods starting with simple studies of organic and geometric forms, culminating in basic figure and animal shapes. Each piece will be sculpted in clay and fired at the end of the semester. No prior experience necessary.

What you will learn:
1. To create forms out of clay from observation.
2. How to properly use tools.
3. How to prepare pieces for firing.
4. How to finish sculptures with a variety of patinas.
5. Increased knowledge of hand-building techniques.

• Participants must have a valid Fleisher membership.

This is an 8-session course.

  • • A board to sculpt on
    • Modeling tools (required: pick tool, wire loop tools, wooden or steel ribs, wire clay cutter)
    • Notebook/sketchbook and a pen or pencil
    • Sponge
    • Small chamois cloth
    • Additional clay, as needed
    • Your first bag of clay is included in your registration – no outside clay is permitted. Additional clay can be purchased at the front desk.