Sculpting Basics - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0713673397 ISBN 13: 9780713673395

Publisher: A & C Black Publishers Ltd

Synopsis

This book is a basic introduction to making sculptures. Step-by-step photographs and clear instructions guide the novice through the techniques for modelling, casting, carving and direct building, and fifteen inspiring projects allow the reader to explore his creativity and put his skills into practice. Chapters teach how to work with a range of materials including clay, plaster of Paris, soapstone, concrete and wood. Progressive projects teach a broad range of skills from modelling, mouldmaking, and firing to sawing, building armatures and finishing techniques. A wide range of sculptural forms and themes are explored including a traditional figure, a symbolic composition, or an abstract relief based on land-

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From the Back Cover

[back cover]
This practical guidebook teaches everything you need to know in order to start sculpting. Step-by-step photographs guide you through each sculpting process from start to finish.

Develop your skills with a range of materials, including clay, plaster, and wood. Progressive projects teach a broad range of skills, from modeling, carving, building armatures, and mold making to firing and finishing techniques.
Once you’ve mastered the core techniques for clay modeling, modling and casting, direct building, and carving, each project will teach you a new skill. You can explore your creativity and build your confidence as you go along.

[flap copy]

This book allows the absolute beginner to start sculpting with confidence. In addition to teaching the necessary practical skills, it also instructs the readers to use materials creatively, encouraging their own sense of shape and form. Sculpture includes a wide range of methods, and all of the basic techniques are clearly explained: clay modeling, firing, molding, direct building, and carving. At the beginning of each section there is instruction in the core techniques, and the inspirational projects allow you to explore your creativity and put your new-found skills into practice. The projects explore a wide range of sculptural forms and themes; you can create a traditional figure, a symbolic composition, or an abstract relief based on the landscape.

Packed with full-color photography and instructional diagrams, useful tips, and important health and safety information, Sculpting Basics has everything you need to know to become a skilled sculptor. It is an invaluable resource for beginners and a handy reference for more experienced sculptors.

About the Author

Karin Hessenberg is a well-known British potter. She is a fellow of the Craft Potters Association and a frequent lecturer at various art schools. She is author of two books including Ceramics for Gardens and Landscapes

Edition details

• Publisher: A & C Black Publishers Ltd
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0713673397
• ISBN 13: 9780713673395
• Binding: Paperback