Sculpture I: Hands and Feet

Instructor: Adrian Golban
Wednesdays 5:30-8:30pm
10 weeks: January 21 to April 1 (no class February 11)
Location: In-person Williams Building room 117
$405 (includes equipment fee)
Prerequisite: None

This course explores the sculptural proportions and anatomical relationships of the hands and feet. Students will work in clay or plasticine to study volumes, structure, and detail. Instruction is supported by reference images, a human skeleton, and plaster casts (including classical and skinned studies) to assist in understanding human anatomy and proportion. This course is suitable for people who are new to sculpture, returning from a hiatus, or seeking to expand their artistic repertoire. 

Supplies

  • Clay: M340
  • Clay Cutter #1045
  • Kemper R1 #1316
  • WT6, wooden Knife #1382, or Fettling Knives #1278
  • Jaz Tools (1 and 3) #1267
  • Aluminum Calliper 8” or 10.”
  • Tooth Clay Pottery Sculpting Tools - Ribbon Tools:
    • G25 A - # 3225
    • G17 A - #3224
    • G10 A - #3223
  • Kemper W24 Combo Wire Wood Sculpting Clay Ribbon Tool (to be ordered)
  • Wooden/plywood board minimum 9” x 8” for the clay work support.
  • 2 rulers (line gauge)
  • 3 wooden BBQ skewers (from a dollar store or grocery, for example)

Basic clay and tools are available at Tree Pottery Supply.