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Introduction to Clay Sculpture
Course Code: WC2301003 Tutor: Anthony Waters Course Dates: Saturday & Sunday, 21st - 22nd October 2023 Days: 2 Times: 10.00am – 5.00pm Experience Level: Beginner Fee: £185 Location: Art Academy London, 165A Mermaid Court, SE1 1HR £185.00This 2-Âday course is an exciting introduction for beginners, as well as for those with some previous experience, to gain or develop basic sculpture skills. Working mainly in clay and plaster and some other mixed media, you will learn a range of techniques with the opportunity to explore your own creative project. The combination of clay and plaster opens up creative possibilities and offers a fun weekend at your own pace. You will spend the first day creating a small clay figure sculpture from a life model. On the second day you will develop creative sculpture using plaster and mixed media  no need to worry if you have nothing in mind until you arrive for the course.
This is a great opportunity to discover, or return to, making 3-Âdimensional work and develop an individual approach. There will be the option to leave your finished sculpture for hollowing and firing for an additional fee.
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One Day Taster: Ceramics – 19th November
Course Code: TAS2301T04 Tutor: Adele Williams Course Dates: Sunday, 19th November 2023 Days: 1 Times: 10.30am – 4.30pm Experience Level: Beginner Fee: £105 Location: Art Academy London, 165A Mermaid Court, SE1 1HR £105.00This is a fun, day-long taster course in hand built ceramics for those who may be considering a longer evening or Saturday course or to try something new.
Throughout the day the tutor will lead the class in practical demonstrations to help you to learn the various processes involved in working with clay by using classic hand built ceramic techniques such as pinching and coiling as well as basic finishing techniques. We aim to offer a relaxed yet stimulating environment while introducing you to the versatility of working with clay. Create your very own mug, vase or bowl, or Christmas decorations for your tree. At the end of the day you will have the option to have your work kiln fired.
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Sculpture Masterclass – Half Scale Torso
Course Code: WC2301053 Tutor: Ellen Christiansen Course Dates: Saturday & Sunday, 4th - 5th November 2023 Days: 2 Times: 10.00am – 5.00pm Experience Level: Ages 18+, Advanced Fee: £210 Location: Art Academy London, 165A Mermaid Court, SE1 1HR £210.00This is an intensive 2 days working with a life model on a half scale torso sculpture.We will be measuring the model in a very precise way, up close,using calipers, plumb lines and scaling rulers. This is an opportunity for students with previous experience of working from life in clay to build on their clay modelling and observational skills. It’s also an opportunity to learn about surface anatomy and the skeleton.