Sculpting the Figure in Clay: An Artistic and Technical

Sculpting the Figure in Clay: An Artistic and Technical Journey to Understanding the Creative and Dynamic Forces in Figurative Sculpture
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A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO SCULPTING THE HUMAN FIGURE IN CLAY

In Sculpting the Figure in Clay,acclaimed portrait bust sculptor and author Peter Rubino teaches a master class in the essentials of figurative sculpture. In this intensive, all-inclusive guide, he introduces students to a natural, straightforward geometry that will help them become masters at forming figures in clay. Rubinoâ‚¬s unique approach utilizes a geometric system consisting of blocks, simple shapes, and guidelines that instruct students in a new and instinctive sculptural style. With these easy-to-follow instructions and informative concepts, students will see figures as the basic shapes beneath the form as well as learn vital approaches such as BLT: Bend, Lean, and Turn, to create evocative expression, and the Three Ps: Position, Proportion, and Planes, for accurate representation. This unparalleled resource is the definitive guide to figurative sculpture.

TOPICS INCLUDE:
â‚¬ The Fundamentals of the Clay Torso
â‚¬ Observing the Model
â‚¬ Essential Materials and Tools
â‚¬ Sculpting the Female Torso from the Live Model
â‚¬ Sculpting the Reclining Figure from the Live Model
â‚¬ Sculpting the Hand, Foot, and Lower Arm
â‚¬ Plus Many Photographic Reference Poses for continued Study
Country USA
Brand Watson-Guptill
Manufacturer Watson-Guptill
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 9780823099245
Color Grey
ReleaseDate 2010-04-20
UnitCount 1
UPCs 884164356681
EANs 0884164356681

Country	USA
Brand	Watson-Guptill
Manufacturer	Watson-Guptill
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	9780823099245
Color	Grey
ReleaseDate	2010-04-20
UnitCount	1
UPCs	884164356681
EANs	0884164356681

Sculpting the Figure in Clay: An Artistic and Technical Journey to Understanding the Creative and Dynamic Forces in Figurative Sculpture