Sculpting the Portrait Workshop: In-Person
Sonja Fuenzalida | Spring | Jan 13 - Jan 14 and Jan 20 - Jan 21
Class Description:
In this workshop students will get familiar with using water-based clay to create a life-sized portrait bust.
Students will delve into the intricacies of facial and trunk anatomy, gaining a deep understanding of the underlying structures that define the human form. Guided by your expert instructor, students will progress from basic, simplified shapes to intricately detailed and expressive portrait busts. Whether you are a beginner, eager to explore the art of sculpture, or an experienced artist seeking to refine your technique, this class offers a supportive environment for growth and creative expression. The first 3 days will be dedicated to sculpting from life and the last day will be spent hollowing out the portraits in preparation of firing them in the kiln to take home. This workshop will take place across two weekends in January 2024.
Workshop Dates:
Scheduled occurrences for the next session of this class are as follows:
Day |
Date |
Time |
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Day 1: |
1/13/2024 |
10 am - 5 pm ET |
Day 2: |
1/14/2024 |
10 am - 5 pm ET |
Day 3: |
1/20/2024 |
10 am - 5 pm ET |
Day 4: |
1/21/2024 |
10 am - 5 pm ET |
Kiln Firing: |
1/29/2024 |
The instructor will fire the pieces at 11:00 AM |
Sculpture Pick-Up: |
2/3 -2/4/2024 |
Pick up after 5:00 PM on Saturday or anytime on Sunday |
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Before Class - Welcome & How to Prepare for Class
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Day 1 - Introduction and Portrait Block-In
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Day 2 - Block-In Continued
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Day 3 - Portrait Finishing Touches
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Day 4 - Hollowing Out
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Kiln Firing
- $395.00
- In-Person
- 4 Days
- Beginner to Advanced
Meet Your Instructor
Sonja Fuenzalida
Instructor
Sonja Fuenzalida is a visual artist based in Manhattan, with a diverse background in painting and sculpture. Fuenzalida earned her BFA from Laguna College of Art and Design in 2020 followed by her MFA in Sculpture at the New York Academy of Art in 2022. Her work is held in private collections, and she has exhibited in group shows including at Sotheby’s. In addition to her practice as a studio artist, Fuenzalida has a passion for teaching sculpture regularly teaching portrait sculpture at the New York Academy of Art.
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