Instructor: Eirik Arnesen
Dates: 02 - 06 April 2025
Cost: 900 euro
Location: Chasséstraat 91, 1057 JB Amsterdam
Description
The aim of this course is to introduce you to a methodology that enables you to independently sculpt an accurate and convincing three dimensional hand from a cast. You will receive individual critiques throughout the workshop. Observation is central to these discussions: what does your eye see and how do you translate into clay what you think you see?
Program
After considering the basics of a sensible hand armature, we begin with a short introduction to the 'Drawing in space' teaching method, discuss anatomical and proportional canons, working 'from the inside out' and analyzing depth to understand how contours move in space. We will talk about the basic planes in hands, as well as significant anatomical points in the hand. As forms gradually develop from the inside out, we will discuss options for modeling surface forms and finally consider what makes a hand sculpture “come to life”.
Dates & Time table
Wednesday 02 April- Sunday 06 April 2025
Wednesday 14:00 - 17:00
Thursday - Saturday 10:00 - 13:00 and 14:00 - 17:00
Sunday 10:00 - 13:00
Cost
Euro 900,-
Practical Information
This workshop is open to beginning, intermediate and advanced students. If you want a cast of your work, we offer you the opportunity to participate in the casting weeks of the relevant trimester. See the workshop calendar for dates and prices. What you need to bring to the studio: lunch, apron, notebook.
This course includes:
✓ observation from a cast
✓ working in small groups
✓ instruction by a classically trained sculptor (Eirik Arnesen)
✓ individual guidance in English at your own level
✓ demonstrations illustrating the instructions
✓ armature and clay
