Sculpture Classes in NYC, New York

Have you wanted to learn to draw people? Well, this course is designed for beginner to intermediate learners. We will learn how to construct the figure using various methods. Studying the basic proportions, and the dynamic actions, and some advanced techniques like foreshortening you will walk away with tools, techniques and ways of looking at drawing...

Sculpt the facial features in bas-relief format using either self-hardening clay or oil-based clay. In this class the eye, ear, mouth and nose will get their time to shine. The focus for beginners will be on understanding the basic masses, planes, the anatomy of the underlying forms and surface treatment.  More advanced students will be encouraged...

This course will take you through the whole process of sculpting a portrait bust, hand studies and full figure. Strengthen your observational skills, hallowing techniques and explore detail development, including a list of optional supplementary resources will be provided. There will be demonstrations in clay and alternative materials. Supply List: ...

Elizabeth Orleans hosts "Ceramic Social" from her Venice Beach art studio via Zoom. Learn how to hand-build things out of clay. Stay creative and socialize from your own home! When: Every Tuesday Evening 6-9 PM (time is subject to change) We will Zoom for 2 hours (availability/questions for the last hour) What: We will focus...

Elizabeth Orleans hosts "Ceramic Social" from her Venice Beach art studio via Zoom. Learn how to hand-build things out of clay. Stay creative and socialize from your own home! When: Every Tuesday Evening 6-9 PM (time is subject to change) We will Zoom for 2 hours (availability/questions for the last hour) What: We will focus on a...

Elizabeth Orleans hosts "Ceramic Social" from her Venice Beach art studio via Zoom. Learn how to hand-build things out of clay. Stay creative and socialize from your own home! When: Every Tuesday Evening 6-9 PM (time is subject to change) We will Zoom for 2 hours (availability/questions for the last hour) What: We will focus on a...

Basic and advanced techniques of direct stone carving - initial roughing out, developing a form, final finishing and polishing are presented. There is a choice of softer stone or marble. Hand and pneumatic tools are both covered. Participants should end the course with the basic knowledge necessary to work on their own.  Instruction is individually...

Highly  acclaimed sculptor, Ailene Fields, will be demonstrating and teaching the fine art of stone carving and finishing. Basics of stone carving - initial roughing out, developing a form, final finishing and polishing are presented during the course. There is a choice of softer stone or marble. tools, sharpening and maintenance are all covered. ...

Écorché sculpture workshop is strong method to master and to commit the complex forms of the human figure to memory. This course will focus on better understanding the skull and muscles of the face, as well as it's various facial features. Students will use oil-based clay on an armature to build a life size anatomical sculpture of...

Grounds for Sculpture’s continuously surprising interplay of art and environment presents photographers with a myriad of creative photo opportunities. We'll begin with a discussion of composition, camera settings and how to shoot in various lighting situations. Your instructor will be with you every step of the way to look at your work and answer...

Every great prosthetic starts with a great Life cast. Learn the tips, techniques, and secrets to achieve a perfect Silicone life cast. We will also do an Alginate cast as a demo. Everyone will leave with a cast of themselves.  Topics to be covered: Types of silicone for Life casting Pros and cons of both Silicone and Alginate Additives Release...

This class is not for people who make molds; this is a class for people who want to know how to make molds. Our Resin-Rubber Overview is geared toward new-comers to mold making who want to know about the materials available and the basics of how to use them. This class is designed for the beginner mold maker. An important step in successful mold making...

Students will create paintings that function both as a 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional works of art. Students will be challenged to build protruding plaster forms onto their canvas that directly correlate with the theme of their painted surface.

Using a 2-piece urethane mold, We take you through the entire process of running an encapsulated Silicone Prosthetic.   Topics to be covered: Mold making How different materials work with Vinyl encapsulant.   Release agents how to release the mold, and release agents Mixing the cap plastic Spraying the mold Different types...

Students will create paintings that function both as a 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional works of art.  Students will be challenged to build protruding plaster forms onto their canvas that directly correlate with the theme of their painted surface