- Introduction to Clay Sculpture£185.00Course CodeWC2301003TutorAnthony WatersCourse DatesSaturday & Sunday, 21st - 22nd October 2023Days2Times10.00am – 5.00pmExperience LevelBeginnerFee£185LocationArt Academy London, 165A Mermaid Court, SE1 1HRThis 2-day 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-dimensional work and develop an individual approach. There will be the option to leave your finished sculpture for hollowing and firing for an additional fee.MORE INFO
- One Day Taster: Ceramics – 19th November£105.00Course CodeTAS2301T04TutorAdele WilliamsCourse DatesSunday, 19th November 2023Days1Times10.30am – 4.30pmExperience LevelBeginnerFee£105LocationArt Academy London, 165A Mermaid Court, SE1 1HRThis 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.MORE INFO
- Sculpture Masterclass – Half Scale Torso£210.00Course CodeWC2301053TutorEllen ChristiansenCourse DatesSaturday & Sunday, 4th - 5th November 2023Days2Times10.00am – 5.00pmExperience LevelAges 18+, AdvancedFee£210LocationArt Academy London, 165A Mermaid Court, SE1 1HRThis 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.MORE INFO
- Sunday Mix£185.00Course CodeSUN2301015TutorVarious tutorsCourse DatesSundays, 1st October - 22nd October 2023Days4Times10.30am - 1.30pmExperience LevelAll LevelsFee£185LocationArt Academy London, 165A Mermaid Court, SE1 1HRThis stimulating and exciting course is taking place over 4 consecutive Sunday mornings and is an ideal way to explore a wide variety of artistic methods and media, learn new skills, discover what you enjoy most, and develop creative ideas. Students will work across the different disciplines of painting, sculpture, drawing and printmaking. Students will have a chance to improve observational drawing skills; try out more expressive sculpture and painting, and learn how to approach the human figure, using a variety of materials and methods. This is a great ‘taster’ course and an excellent opportunity to develop new skills, explore materials and have fun.MORE INFO
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