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Mastering Sculpture: The Figure in Clay: A Guide to Capturing the Human Form for Ceramic Artists (Mastering Ceramics)

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Explore the human form in depth, from concept sketches and armatures to detailed instructions for constructing legs, torso, arms, hands, and head from clay. In Mastering Sculpture: The Figure in Clay, renowned sculptor and instructorCristina Córdova teaches everything you need to know to replicate the full human figure using clay. Start by developing meaningful sketches and reference points.Then learn how to make and use an armature to create hollow forms that are safe to fire in a kiln.Using patterns and slabs, you can move on to develop a full human form, head to toe.Work along with the author to create a form about two-feet tall, or choose your own size: the patterns and instructions can work in a variety of scales.Photographic demonstrations and diagrams cover the construction and articulation of feet and legs, the hip area and upper torso, arms, hands, neck, and head. Cristina includes supplementary tips and insights throughout to support the sculpting process and enhance naturalism. You’ll also find a brief section on general anatomical concepts and modeling strategies to facilitate accuracy and expression as all the components come together. Whether you are a clay artist with limited experience in figurative sculpture or a figurative sculptor outside the world of ceramics looking for a straightforward fabrication strategy to create permanent compositions from clay, Mastering Sculpture: The Figure in Clay will expertly guide your way. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Quarry Books (June 14, 2022)


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 192 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0760373094


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 95


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.94 pounds


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.25 x 0.85 x 10.25 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #160,378 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #18 in Sculpting Technique #18 in Ceramic Art #30 in Pottery & Ceramic Craft (Books)


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  • Excellent resource! Unique insights! Top Figure Sculpting book IMO
A well organized, very well written book, and without a doubt a tool I’ll be referring back to on a regular basis as I try out Cristina’s pattern and slab technique. I’m only a few years into my practice and feel that the techniques in this book are what I’ve been missing to reach that next level of my practice, aiding me in streamlining and building the base forms more quickly and efficiently. The gallery of artists’ work, as well as featured artists and their insights into working with clay and the creative process is a nice touch, and very inspiring. I’ve taken a few of the author’s online classes and she’s a very thorough and excellent teacher, top notch, just like her work, and this excellence is also present in her book. What a gift she is to all of us, and a generous artist, to share with us her gathered wisdom through the decades of her practice. One might wonder if there is something new or unique to learn from purchasing a book on sculpting the figure, other than the basics, especially if you’re past the stage of beginner—I believe this book is one that will not disappoint, no matter what stage of the sculpting journey one is in. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2022 by Tammy

  • Great book for sculptors!
Clear and concise information and inspiring photos. Great instructions. I am on the hunt for one of Cristina Córdoba’s workshops now.
Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2023 by DKMag Arts

  • Spectacular
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Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2023 by KERAMIKEO Customer

  • I love this book
I would suggest it's not a beginners book. I 've been sculpting for 10 years. It's instructional, lots of photos which really helps. There are patterns in the back of the book you can copy and place them on your clay, then cut. I bought the book to enhance the online class she teaches through Domestika.com ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2022 by JBW

  • Great seller
Super fast shipping, great packing and item as described!
Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2022 by Sylvia

  • Great book
I’m an artist anf I loved this book. Highly recommend it.
Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2022 by S. A. Bolster

  • Great book
I can't wait to read this book! I skimmed through and it looks like it has some great information. High quality images, paper and hardcover!
Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2022 by Heather Rison

  • Awesome
Tells more about the sculping process than I expected. It is a Great Read with easy to understand instructions.
Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2022 by Old Soul

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