Ian Edwards
Ian Edwards sculpts figures and animals in clay and wood. Following a traditional apprenticeship in woodcarving, he now runs a studio and exhibits work worldwide.
Portrait sculpture in clay with Ian Edwards
Ref: S2D37483
About this course
Sculpt a naturalistic face in clay whilst learning the fundamentals of sculpting. You will prepare the sculpture to be fired so it can be kept as a family heirloom for many generations to come.
Course Description
The aim is to sculpt a naturalistic face in clay, working from the reference of a plaster life mould. You will study the proportions of the face and how to scale a sculpture. You will learn the essential techniques of how to sculpt the nose, mouth and eyes to capture a realistic look and feel. You will learn how to manage the clay and which tools to use at each stage. You will prepare the sculpture ready for firing.
Your tutor will demonstrate and teach one-to-one throughout the course.
By the end of the course, you will have gained confidence in your ability to work with clay and learned a host of techniques for making a naturalistic face, which can be left at the College for firing.
Course Materials
Included
On this course the tutor will supply all of the materials, including clay.
Available to buy
Available from shop: A good selection of art materials
Additional information
Firing options
- Fill in the form supplied and leave any raw, finished pieces that you wish to keep, for biscuit firing by the College, for collection within six months.
- Take away your unfired sculpture for firing elsewhere.
Please wear appropriate clothing/aprons for the workshop or studio, this includes stout covered footwear (no sandals or open toes).
Timetable
Arrival day
Residential students can arrive from 4pm, non-residential students to arrive by 7.15pm for registration. Students arriving earlier are welcome to purchase dinner in the College Dining Room from 6pm.
Students meet their tutor in the Bar at 7.30pm prompt to go to studios.
First Teaching session: 7.30pm - 9pm (attendance is essential)
Daily timetable
Course teaching: 9.15am - 5pm
Morning session: 9.15am - 12.45pm including coffee/tea break
Lunch break: 12.45pm - 2pm*
Afternoon session: 2pm - 5pm including coffee/tea break
Teaching finishes: 5pm
Evening working: students may have access to workshops until 9pm, but only with permission from the tutor and provided any health and safety guidelines are observed.
Departure day
Course teaching: 9.15am - 3pm
Teaching finishes: 3pm
Residential students will need to check out of rooms by 10am. Please note, the tutor may make slight variations to the daily timetable as required.
*Lunch can be purchased on campus, view options
General Information
Tutors
Accommodation
Residential option available. Find out accommodation costs and how to book here.
Further study options
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