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Course intent

On completion of Stage 1, this course will advance your sculpting skills, equipping you with techniques to confidently create sculptures. You will work in a supportive environment, receiving one-to-one guidance and participating in group discussions. The tutor will provide demonstrations and ample opportunities for practice, helping you refine your craft and build confidence in your sculpting abilities.

What will I learn?

You will learn:

• Material Knowledge: Gain a solid understanding of sculptural materials, focusing on clay while exploring Jesmonite, plastaline, and wax. Through hands-on experience, you will continue to explore techniques for shaping and refining sculptures, building a strong foundation in both traditional and modern materials.
• Design Techniques: Plan and design sculptures by transforming sketches and ideas into tangible works of art. Using life model sketches as a foundation, you will refine your concepts into finished, well-structured sculptures, gaining skills in planning, designing, and creating three-dimensional works.
• Life Model: Create sculptures by modelling from a life model, focusing on accurate human form and proportions. This will help you shape realistic and expressive sculptures, improving your understanding of anatomy, movement, and three-dimensional representation.
• Production Process: Explore the production process of sculpture, from concept to completion. Build wire armatures for larger pieces and delve into casting and moulding with plaster and silicone rubber to create replicas and capture intricate details.
• Craftsmanship: Enhance your skills in measuring and maintaining proportion for accurate, balanced sculptures. Focus on precision and craftsmanship to create detailed, visually appealing works that are also structurally sound, with proper balance and stability.
• Studio Practice: Gain experience in a studio setting, learning best practices for maintaining your workspace, tools, and materials. Maintain the safe use of sculpting tools while ensuring your work area remains organized and productive.

  Who is this course for? Is there anything I need to know before joining?

  Stage 2 - Suitable for learners who have completed stage 1 and would like to gain more experience and refine their skills within their chosen subject area. The focus will be on developing more control and proficiency in practice and learning and completing more complex projects.

  What do I need to bring to the first class? Will there be any extra costs?

  You need to bring:

• A sketchbook and pen/pencil
• Sensible, closed toe shoes
• Clothes for messy work and an oversized shirt or apron

Additional Costs/Information:

• Materials: Most consumable materials, such as clay are included in the course fees. You may need to purchase clay, plaster, resin.
• Firing Limitations: Sculptures that require firing are limited to 25cm high.
• Larger Pieces: Learners who choose to work on larger projects or a significant number of pieces may be asked to pay additional materials costs depending on size or quantity.
• PPE: An FFP3 mask will be provided for techniques that require a specialist face mask. You are expected to take this home and bring it back for all subsequent classes. Should you forget your mask, a replacement can be purchased from Reception. You will be advised of any further basic personal protection, such as gloves, eyewear, materials and tools by the tutor during the course.

For any queries, please email adultlearning@surreycc.gov.uk

What can I do when I finish the course?

In discussion with your tutor, you may like to progress onto Sculpture - Stage 3, Sculpture workshops or further Arts & Crafts courses at SAL.

Additional Information

We welcome learners with additional needs and disabilities. When you enrol, please let us know if you would like to discuss your extra support needs with a member of the Supported Learning Team who will then contact you as soon as possible. If you are enrolling within 10 days of the course start date, we may not be able to contact you before your first class.

We value and support equality, diversity and inclusion by promoting fairness and respect at all times.

How to enrol

Our courses are for adult learners aged 19 or over. If you are under 19, please call 0300 200 1044.

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