Beginning Sculpture
Adult Course | Registration opens 12/3/2024 7:00 AM MST
This small scale sculpture class is for the artist of any skill level - an introductory, no pressure fun time with papier-mâché and found objects. From whimsical creatures, abstract forms, architectural structure, giving physical form to the emotional or intangible - you bring it and I will help you interpret it into shape. Along with problem solving and elements of sculpture, in this course you will learn how to use these plaster like materials (or that odd piece of metal you’ve been saving for a rainy day) to build a structurally sound (free standing or hanging) piece.
The course will go from ideation and sketching to complete formation and problem solving of creating a structurally sound sculpture. Students will start with a skeleton structure and using papier-mâché to fully form creatures then painting or applying finishing materials.
Artwork in image by Bella Martinez
- First day items: sketchbook and drawing materials, a roll of 10-4 gauge sculpture wire (or several wire coat hangers), newspaper and masking tape.
Additional supplies I will go over first day: newspaper or newsprint, optional gesso (at least an 8oz jar), variety of acrylic or tempera paint and brushes, piece of wood or other material for sculpture base, found objects to incorporate into sculpture.