Introduction to Clay Figurative Sculpture
Forming the Head 1
A course by Cristina Córdova , Figurative ceramic artist and teacher
Joined May 2019
Joined May 2019
About the video: Forming the Head 1
Overview
“Now we will move on to the most intensive part of the process: forming and shaping the head. I will show you how to break down the proportions of the head using generic measurements. Dryness is a key factor. Allow the cranial shape to dry so you have more support as you add and develop the features. The core of the head should be at an early or medium leather hard stage, where the surface is not sticky and the form will hold its shape against finger pressure. ”
In this video lesson Cristina Córdova addresses the topic: Forming the Head 1, which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to Clay Figurative Sculpture. Explore expression, character, and the human figure to construct a unique clay bust using the slab building technique.
Partial transcription of the video
“Forming the Head In the previous lesson, we put together a bust and our neck, and in this lesson, we'll assemble our head. Before we move on to our head, I'll bring your attention to the bust and the neck. I'm going to leave these shapes uncovered so that they can stiffen, but I want to make sure they don't get too dry, so that they remain pliable and I can continue to work on them. Pay attention to the environment in your studio. Make sure you are in tune with how dry or how humid it is so that you can understand how that is impacting the rate of dryness in your clay. When I am ready to co...”
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Course summary for: Introduction to Clay Figurative Sculpture
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Fine Arts, Sculpture
Cristina Córdova
A course by Cristina Córdova
Cristina Córdova is a renowned figurative ceramic artist from Puerto Rico. With nearly 20 years of experience, she has dedicated her career to creating clay sculptures that explore the human figure and its various expressions.
After completing her graduate studies in ceramics and a three-year residency at the prestigious Penland School of Craft, Cristina founded Córdova Studios, where she has developed her artistic practice.
Her work is part of the permanent collections of major institutions such as the Smithsonian American Art Museum, the Mint Museum, the Everson Museum, and the Museum of Art of Puerto Rico.
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