Process Sculpture

COURSE CODE: E2501S010

COURSE DATES: Fridays, 19th September - 28th November 2025

TUTOR: Julian Wild PVPRSS

DAYS: 10

TIMES: 10:30am – 4:30pm

EXPERIENCE LEVEL: Ages 18+, All Levels

FEE: Early Bird: £607.50 / Standard Price: £675

LOCATION: Bankside Campus, 185 Park Street, SE1 9BL

The aim of the course is to offer students a broad foundation of sculpture processes and related materials with an emphasis on experimentation. Week by week we explore processes, materials and techniques within an art historical context. During the course you will experiment with process driven drawing, pouring, digital technology (including 3D printing, maquette making, woodwork, metal fabrication and concrete casting.

Students will be able to: 

  • Analyse the work of others, applying findings to the development of their own work and apply skills in a wide variety of digital, industrial and traditional materials and processes.
  • Relate drawing to 3D.
  • Create digital maquettes and prototypes using 3d scanning and sketchup. 
  • Create 3D printed sculptures and maquettes.
  • Create sculptures in concrete and casting techniques.
  • Develop skills in wood and metal.
  • Research, plan and complete a self initiated project.
  • Apply safe working practices at all times.

Recommend booking by: August 20, 2025

COURSE SCHEDULE

All Levels

All attendees must be aged 18 and over.

This course is suitable for all levels. Students can move at their own pace depending on their experience, with as much support from the Tutor as they wish. This means an student from the following experience levels can join this course:

Beginner

Choose a Beginners course if you are looking for a broad introduction to the medium you are studying. Our Beginner courses are suitable for students with no prior experience.

Beginner +

Choose a Beginner + course if you are looking to hone your skills, focus on a specific subject area and build your confidence. These courses are suitable for those with some basic skills in and knowledge of the taught medium.

Intermediate

Our Intermediate courses are suitable for students who have considerable prior knowledge of the taught medium or have completed a Beginners/Beginners + course with the Art Academy.

Advanced

Choose our Advanced courses if you have considerable knowledge in the taught medium. You are expected to be able to work independently and have critical discussions around your work.

YOU MUST BRING YOUR OWN MATERIALS.

You will be directed to bring in your own materials in certain weeks. New wood and steel are charged per metre used.

Basic course costs of *£20 will cover latex, small amounts of clay, some plaster scrap wood and metal, glues etc. 

*3D prints are charged at £1.50 per hour- amounts can be calculated before committing to printing. 

Julian Wild

Julian Wild joined the Art Academy in 2016 and has over 20 years experience of teaching in HE and FE. He has held solo shows at Modern Art Oxford, William Benington Gallery, Maddox Arts, Canary Wharf and Burghley House and taken part in group exhibitions such as Sculpture in The City and in Beyond Limits at Chatsworth House.

His work has been commissioned by Cass Sculpture Foundation, Fidelity Investments & Oxford University. In 2005 he was a finalist for The Jerwood Sculpture Prize and in 2009-12 was the recipient of The RBKC/Chelsea Arts Club Trust Studio Bursary. He was vice-President of The Royal Society of Sculptors 2015-19.

http://www.julianwild.com

Bankside Campus

185 Park Street,London SE1 9BL

tel: +44 (0) 207407 6969

This is our new purpose built accessible campus. Find more information here

Nearest Tube/ Rail: London Bridge or Southwark (both a 10-15 minute walk).

Please note that London Bridge has two exits, the most direct route is to follow signs to “Borough Market”.

Students are welcome to use The Hub during break times, where you can prepare hot drinks and/or food. You must bring your own keep-cup, water bottle or food container to the Academy as mugs, glasses, and containers will not be available in our Bankside campus.

Tea and coffee will be provided by the Academy and is available from the island unit at the end of The Hub.

Terms and Conditions

  • By booking onto one of our courses you agree to our Short Courses Terms and Conditions.

  • You will need to have paid in full before the first session of your class. Your place is not guaranteed until we have received full payment. Please book early in order to guarantee your place on the course.

Materials & Equipment

  • If you purchased a pack online this will be given to you on the first session of your course upon your arrival. Packs can be booked on our Materials Page or on this page when you book the course

  • Please don’t wear your best clothes as there is always a chance you will get messy. If possible bring an apron or overalls.

  • All artwork at the Academy MUST be taken home at the end of each session where possible, with the exception of oil paintings and sculpture works.

  • We cannot store materials at the Academy, so please take these to and from your sessions.

  • Please ensure that your mobile phone is switched off or is on silent during the class.

  • Health and Safety Guidelines will be provided to you a week before the start of your course.

Concessions and Discounts

We offer a number of concessions and discounts, please find more information on what we offer here.

Gift Vouchers

If you would like to purchase a gift voucher to be used on our courses then you can purchase these here.

Original price was: £675.00.Current price is: £607.50.

E2501S010-Process-Sculpture-Rosalind-Kennedy

Artwork by Rosalind Kennedy

Early bird 10% off discount available until the 27th of July 2025.

Use coupon code at checkout: aa-earlybird-10%

Original price was: £675.00.Current price is: £607.50.