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Kline Academy of Fine Art
3264 Motor Ave, Los Angeles , CA 90034

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Portrait Sculpture with Instructor Gabriel Castro 

Sundays, 10am-1pm

$290 for 4 weekly classes ($74 per class if pre-paid monthly)

$90 for drop in

Learn More: https://www.klineacademy.com/weekly-classes/portrait-sculpture-class

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Kline academy is proud to host a portrait sculpture class taught by LCAD and FAA alum, Gabriel Castro.

Students will learn to observe and record the human head in clay using sight sizing and comparative measuring techniques to build a head from profile to fully rendered face, neck and base.

Techniques like the following will be applied:
- Learning how to draw in space
- take notes on the sculpture itself
- and get comfortable with the medium on a basic level in order to form a strong foundation from which to build upon.

This class will teach students how to quickly and efficiently construct a portrait bust in clay with the possibility of casting it in Plaster, Resin or even bronze for those willing.

 

What You'll Learn
 
 
How to apply drawing techniques usually used for drawing on two dimensional surfaces to three dimensional constructs.
 
A step by step approach to building a clay head, eliminating a constant “build and tear down” approach that may slow or bog down the process.
 
Basic anatomy of the skull and human head shape to help know what to look for and why.
 
“Proper” understanding of clay tools, what each shape and material is best used for and how to take advantage of your toolkit.
 
Learning to edit information: finding creative and stylistic choices to bring a finished bust to the next level.
 
A breakdown of casting techniques and materials needed.
 
How to make plaster and Silicone molds