Introduction to Realistic Figurative Sculpture
The Nose
A course by Jana Büttner , Sculptor
About the video: The Nose
Overview
“Because the nose sits so central in the face, it will help you with establishing the rest of the features more easily. Therefore, I will show you how to build the nose.”
In this video lesson Jana Büttner addresses the topic: The Nose, which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to Realistic Figurative Sculpture . Master the art of realistic portrait modeling. Develop a methodical approach to anatomical translation, explore the human form and figurative sculpture..
Partial transcription of the video
“Before we start sculpting the nose on our portrait, I quickly want to talk about the different forms and planes you will be looking for when sculpting the nose. The main forms are how the bony structure kind of connects into the upper cartilage. So we have the upper cartilage in here, and then we have the lower cartilage kind of connecting under. And this is just a general nose. Our model has a different nose than this, and also probably your sitter has a very different nose. But those are the general forms every person has. We also want to look at the connective form between the nose and t...”
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Course summary for: Introduction to Realistic Figurative Sculpture
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Arts & Crafts, Fine Arts, Sculpture
Jana Büttner
A course by Jana Büttner
Jana Büttner is a renowned figurative sculptor hailing from Germany. Her artistic journey revolves around clay sculpting and casting in resin and bronze, with a central focus on the human figure and its nuanced expressions. Jana's work has garnered international recognition, including exhibitions at prestigious venues like the Fondation Taylor in Paris, La Galleria Pall Mall in London, and the Salmagundi Club in New York.
She has been honored with the ARC scholarship and achieved finalist and third-place accolades in the 2023 competition. Jana's sculptures can be found in private collections worldwide, reflecting her ability to convey universal and deeply personal human experiences through her art. Her work transcends language, speaking directly to the emotions and expressions that connect us all, making her a prominent figure in the world of contemporary sculpture.
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