[PDF] Mastering Sculpture: The Figure in Clay: A Guide to Capturing the Human Form for Ceramic Artists (Mastering Ceramics) Android

[PDF] Mastering Sculpture: The Figure in Clay: A Guide to
Capturing the Human Form for Ceramic Artists (Mastering
Ceramics) Android

[PDF] Mastering Sculpture: The Figure in Clay: A Guide to Capturing the
Human Form for Ceramic Artists (Mastering Ceramics) Android
Description :
Explore the human form in depth, from concept sketches and armatures to
detailed instructions for constructing legs, torso, arms, hands, and head from
clay. In Mastering Sculpture: The Figure in Clay, renowned sculptor and
instructorCristina C 243 rdova teaches everything you need to know to
replicate the full human figure using clay. Start by developing meaningful
sketches and reference points.Then learn how to make and use an armature
to create hollow forms that are safe to fire in a kiln.Using patterns and slabs,
you can move on to develop a full human form, head to toe.Work along with
the author to create a form about two feet tall, or choose your own size: the
patterns and instructions can work in a variety of scales.Photographic
demonstrations and diagrams cover the construction and articulation of feet
and legs, the hip area and upper torso, arms, hands, neck, and head. Cristina
includes supplementary tips and insights throughout to support the sculpting
process and enhance naturalism. You ll also find a brief section on general
anatomical concepts and modeling strategies to facilitate accuracy and
expression as all the components come together.Whether you are a clay artist
with limited experience in figurative sculpture or a figurative sculptor outside
the world of ceramics looking for a straightforward fabrication strategy to
create permanent compositions from clay, Mastering Sculpture: The Figure in
Clay will expertly guide your way.