MODELING and FORMING:

Modeling can be done using various materials. Ceramic sculpture works are created using clay, either alone or applied to a flexible framework. A fixed framework is used for works intended for casting.

Plaster can be applied to a framework and then fine tuned using various carving tools. Porous materials can also be soaked with plaster and applied to the work. Other material and objects can be embedded into the sculpture.

Cement is used by applying it to a framework and this is then fine tuned using various carving tools. Working with cement is more difficult than plaster. It too offers the opportunity to incorporate (embed) other material into the sculpture but the resulting work is more durable and resistant to humidity. Thus cement is more suitable for outdoor exhibitions.

Wax sculptures are very fragile and are used to make bronze castings using the "lost wax" technique.

CARVING:

Stone : You may choose to carve sandstone, soapstone or marble, whatever suits your ideas and stamina. Stone carving has an interesting philosophical quality in that any action you take is irreversible.

Wood : Many types of wood suitable for carving is available at the workshop. You may even prefer to work with forms found un the surrounding natural environment (branches, logs, etc..). Wood is easily carved and the many options available range from power tools to simple hand tools (hand tools promote good Karma).

WELDING:

Welding can be used either as a creative tool for metal sculptures or to prepare forms to be used with other techniques (plaster, cement, paper-mâché, etc..)

Recuperage : Discarded (reclaimed) metal objects and forms can be welded together to create new original works. This technique falls somewhere between modeling and found-object. Working with discarded metal objects offers an element of chance and inspiration which often produces surprising results. This exploration is valuable to all level of sculptor, both beginner and advanced. You can even incorporate other material into these creations. The possibilities are limitless.

GLASS SCULPTURE (in Paris only)

A technique of pouring a glass sculpture (crystal) using a mould made of wax, earth, or other suitable material. A refractory mould is created and then cold glass and color are placed within before heating. Following this firing the mould is broken and the resulting work is cleaned, adjusted and then polished.

MOULDING:

Every manner of molding technique is available (sculpted forms, sectional moulds, silicone moulds, lost wax, moulds using the human form, etc..). Usually within 5 days a student will acquire a sufficient technical foundation to create finished works.

BRONZE CASTING (foundry techniques):

Lost wax is used for intricate works while sand casting is used for less complex forms. This workshop will train you to cast your own works.

PATINA:

Chemical after-treatment of sculpture is often done to add colour enhancements. Patinas can be applied to many kinds of sculpture including bronze, plaster, cement, terra-cotta, wood, metal, etc..

JEWERELLY

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DRAWING

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