Animal Sculpture Workshop

Have you ever wanted to sculpt an animal, be it a pet, something in the wild, or even something imaginary? Working with sculptor Neil Grant, you’ll be able to bring your creations to life in this 2-day weekend workshop. Bring along your idea, pictures of a pet, or just do a class project. In a fun and relaxed atmosphere, Neil will teach you a method to see your animal as a series of basic, proportioned shapes that you can sculpt and then add detail to.

Areas you’ll cover include:

· Reference images/models

· Getting the overall shape right

· Simplifying animals into basic building blocks

· The concept of maquettes

· Support structures and armatures

· Working your way into detail

· How to hollow and fire your piece when it’s ready

· Finishing your piece with color

This class is for both beginners and those with some clay experience. Tools will be provided, but students are welcome to bring their own preferred tools if they have them. Each student will receive a 25lb bag of clay.