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In this installment of the Ceramic Arts Daily Presents Video Series, Melisa Cadell shares her straightforward and accessible techniques for sculpting the human form. In addition to demonstrating how to create figures with attention to anatomical detail, Melisa also addresses how to infuse the figure with emotional and gestural qualities that help breathe life into the work. Feeling that they are often overlooked, yet crucial to creating believable figures, Melisa starts out with her uncomplicated approach to the hands and feet. Then it’s onto the ever-important head and Melisa explains how understanding the anatomy and complexities of the head is crucial to conveying a message to the viewer. Finally, she brings it all together by sculpting an entire figure from head to toe. This thorough and insightful presentation will help you not only to sculpt convincing human figures, but also to create depth and character within your work.
Contents:
Introduction
Chapter 1 – Hands
Chapter 2 – Feet
Chapter 3 – Heads
Chapter 4 – Torsos
Chapter 5 - Head To Torso
Chapter 6 - Adding Detail
Chapter 7 – Sculpting Legs
Chapter 8 – Armatures
Conclusion
Total runtime: Approximately 4 hours
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About the Author
Melisa Cadell
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