Dog Portrait Sculpture

Dog portrait sculpture workshop

This is a hands on fully immersive workshop that will take you through the entire process of building a dog portrait on an armature.

DAY 1: learn how to construct a basic paper former around a wooden armature. Taking the dog breed and features into consideration as we do this.

We will then begin to use slabs to cover the armature and get the foundation for the sculpture. Using photographs as reference, you will begin to build and add features to your dog portrait.

DAY 2 : we will open up the sculpture and remove the paper former. We will spend the rest of the time completing the portrait to get a likeness to your reference material. The clay sculpture will then be dried out and bisque fired to be collected later. Alternatively you can take the sculpture unfired with you.

On both days refreshments will be served.

All materials are supplied, you will need to bing:

* An apron

* Photographs of the dog that you want to sculpt. Bring the following images printed out in black and white or colour:

* Front portrait pictures

* Profile portrait pictures

* 3/4 profile pictures

And as many detail images as you would like to bring.

Toinette is an experienced sculptor with years of ceramic teaching under her belt.she has been to Italy numerous times being instructed in various ceramic techniques and processes. This workshop promises to be immersive, informative and relaxed, and suitable for beginners and experienced potters alike.