Capturing Expression in Clay | Meghan Sullivan | Tue-Fri, August 27-30 | 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Adult | Clay | All Levels
Members: $630 | Non-Members: $670
Course ID: 3D2413
*This workshop must meet a minimum number of students by July 23, 2024.
Concept
Focused on rendering the human face and its varied expressions, this four-day workshop strengthens your observational skills, introduces sculpting and hollowing techniques, and explores surface development through an anatomical approach.
Experience
Working from photo references and direct observation of your own face, solid sculpt four small heads that emphasize emotion and expression. Demonstrations, group discussions, and plenty of hands-on practice address the anatomy of the head, the psychological and emotional use of color, and hollowing techniques. Use engobes, underglazes, and washes to experiment with surface.
Skill Level
All levels of sculpting experience welcome.
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INSTRUCTOR
When Meghan Sullivan had to pick a major in undergrad, she was torn between ceramics and painting. On the way to the Registrar's Office to declare, she flipped a coin. While Meghan is primarily a sculptor, she also loves throwing pots on the wheel. As an educator, she balances humor with high expectations to create a space that allows for experimentation and focuses on developing work. Meghan earned her MFA from University of Nebraska-Lincoln and is an Assistant Professor of Art at Lawrence University.
