Sculpting Figures in Clay
with
Vincent Hawkins
5 Have Dabbled
ABOUT THIS EVENT
Event Category
Arts & DIY
Event Overview
Experience sculpting the human form, from life in the tradition of Rodin and Michelangelo. In this 3 hour intro class you will learn the basic traditional techniques for sculpting the human form while working from a live nude model.
Dabblers will learn basic observational skills and figure sculpture techniques, as well as some anatomy. The history and use of tools will also be covered. Although the skills covered take a life time to master, enough can be acquired in this class to allow student to continue learning on their own.
What to Bring
25 lbs bag of smooth red terracotta
Minimum age
All ages welcome
What's Provided
sculpture stands and live model
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MORE ABOUT YOUR HOST
Vincent has been a figure sculptor and instructor for over 20 years. He has worked as an instructor at the Evanston art Center and the Fire Arts Center in foundry, figure sculpture, metals and furniture design.
He received his MFA from the Art Institute of Chicago and BFA from Tyler School of Art. He received the Polochak Figure Sculpture Award in 1987 for his work. He also has experience as a army medic, survival training expert and martial arts instructor.
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