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Sculpture
Many media are available for sculpture, such as wood and stone for direct carving. Plaster,
hydrocal, wax, plastillina, and clay are used for modeling. Cement is used to create durable and relatively light weight
outdoor sculpture. Proper techniques in the use of hand tools and power tools are taught, with an emphasis on traditional
craftsmanship. Pneumatic tools are available for large stone carving and wood carving. Large armatures for modeling
can be made in the studio with the artist's participation. Sculpture mounting may be done by the artist, however
basing services are also available.
Ceramics
Initially hand-building
simple forms, students advance to work on larger and more challenging concepts. Work is then fired in our kilns.
Clay modeling may be done in a number of styles or realistically using models, anatomical charts, plaster casts, and reference
books from our library. The finished techniques of applying patinas are taught after the piece has been fired.
Students may choose to explore pottery and work on the potter's wheel.
Painting
You can learn watercolor, acrylic and oil painting. Beginners
are instructed in the fundamental principles of painting : design, composition, balance and the mixing of color. Advanced
students are encouraged to experiment with different techniques in various or combined media. Large canvases can be
custom-built and many supplies can be purchased in our supply store.
Drawing
Each
student's perception of form and design is sharpened by drawing from still life and live models. An extremely important
discipline used in many other art-forms, drawing exercises hand - eye coordination which is emphasised.
Completed drawings can be framed or used as inspirational sketches for paintings and sculpture.
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