Introduction to Clay Figurative Sculpture
Forming the Head 2
A course by Cristina Córdova , Figurative ceramic artist and teacher
Joined May 2019
Joined May 2019
About the video: Forming the Head 2
Overview
“In the second part of this lesson, we will continue to work on the details of the head, developing its features: eyes, nose, mouth, and ears. Take your time here to develop and understand the structure and alignment of the features. At this point, having anatomy books or photographic references printed from multiple angles can be useful allies”
In this video lesson Cristina Córdova addresses the topic: Forming the Head 2, 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 Now we have our basic forms articulated, let's continue to work more detail into our features. I like to sculpt with some soft clay that I keep at hand that is a little bit more hydrated than the clay I get directly from the bag so I can sculpt onto this form without really disrupting it, without having to exert too much pressure that could affect the score. This is especially important in the earlier stages. As I continue to work on a piece this score will set and it'll stiffen up, so it'll be a bit more resistant to my pressure but in the earlier stages it's very useful t...”
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Course summary for: Introduction to Clay Figurative Sculpture
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Areas
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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