Sculpting a Head from Imagination

[New Masters Academy]

In this lesson, world-renowned sculptor and concept artist Jordu Schell demonstrates his process of sculpting a human head entirely from imagination. In his clear-cut, approachable teaching style, Jordu will share with you every step of his process from applying the first layers of clay to the armature, to blocking in major forms, to adding finer details to achieve a greater sense of character in your sculpture. Jordu offers expert advise that both beginners and advanced sculptors will find useful, from what materials to use to his thought process behind finding a character.

Materials

• 1 1/2″ Thick Plywood Board
• Flange
• Pipe
• Newspaper
• Duct Tape
• Lazy Susan or Modeling Stand
• Laguna Clay’s WED Clay EM-217
• Wire Clay Slicer
• Modeling Palette/Kidney Rake
• Serrated Round Loop Tool
• Large Double Serrated Wire End Modeling Tool
• Small Double Serrated Wire End Modeling Tool
• Small Single Ended Loop Tool

[attw.jessica]

So with clay sculptures, does the clay harden or do I need to make mold.

 

Jessica

[Natalie Montelongo]

Hello, Jessica!

Oil-based clay does not harden. Water-based clay can be baked.

 

 

[lori]

Oil based clay must have a mold made and then cast in a permanent medium. Water based clay can be hollowed out carefully and then fired in a kiln – unless the work is in WED clay. WED clay does not fire and is used only to sculpt and then make a mold and cast.

 

[Luiz Cabrera]

Hello, do I need to use this clay or can I use some oil clay?

Luiz

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