Sculpting

The Figure in Clay: Contemporary Sculpting Techniques by Master Artists

Nine master ceramic artists present their personal approaches to sculpting the human figure in a spectacular volume that's both technically illuminating and visually inspirational. The outstanding examples range from representational to abstract, diminutive to heroic. Nan Smith uses a range of mold-making techniques and precise slab construction, while Akio Takamori coil-builds a simplified figure inspired by a Velásquez painting and Christyl Boger creates a lavishly decorated, classically formal figurine. Each featured sculptor discusses the unique attractions and challenges of his or her method, and a series of detailed color photographs follows the artwork as it takes shape. In addition, there's a gallery of contemporary pieces selected by the major contributors. Glen R. Brown, a noted writer on ceramics, provides an insightful, thought-provoking introduction.

Portrait Sculpting: Anatomy & Expressions in Clay

A complete and comprehensive book on modeling the portrait in clay. Over 550 photographs of sixty-five different sculptures are used to show a series of exercises organized in a progressive manner. This text offers art students; painters, illustrators, forensic artists and sculptors interested in accurately depicting the human face an invaluable source of knowledge.

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Mastering Portraiture: Advanced Analyses of the Face Sculpted in Clay

In this follow-up book to his first volume Portrait Sculpting: Anatomy & Expressions in Clay, Philippe Faraut expands on modeling the human face in water-based clay featuring more than 100 new busts. Designed for the advanced artist, this text utilizes nearly 600 photographs including 64 full-page images to analyze the requirements for capturing a likeness. Emphasis is placed on an in-depth study of facial anatomy critical in developing compelling expressions and bringing life to three-dimensional representations of the face. Additional studies are included to show successful treatments of hair and drapery, as well as the aging process.

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The Art of Sculpting. Volume 1: Children

In this first volume of his instructional series, Philippe shares his step-by-step method of construction, as well as a guide to catch and correct common mistakes, while demonstrating in his favorite medium: wet clay. Filmed on location in Honeoye, NY at his studio, this 89 minute sculpting DVD offers instruction easily followed by a beginner and complete enough to keep the interest of the most experienced sculptor.

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The Art of Sculpting. Volume 2: Expressions and Facial Construction

In this volume which covers individual features of different expressions, Philippe demonstrates rapid exercises in water-based clay that are useful for developing sculpting skills, including how to recognize volumes specific to different ages, genders, and ethnic groups. This 110 minute sculpting DVD also includes a comprehensive demonstration on hollowing and firing techniques.

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The Art of Sculpting. Volume 3: Men

In this third installment of his instructional series, Philippe Faraut focuses on modeling the heads of men. His demonstrations include basic structure comparisons of different ethnicities, techniques for modifying expressions, the mechanics of the aging process and facial weight distribution for heavy-set men. In addition, he completes one bust of a man including hair and clothing. This 111-minute production was created for the advanced artist.

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