Sculpting The Portrait in Clay - 5 Sessions - Live Model

Details:

Class: For Lifelong Learners: Sculpting The Figure In Clay

Instructor: Tebby George

Instructor's Website:

Dates: Oct 10 - Nov 7, 2025

Time: 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM

Days: Five Friday Mornings

Max # of participants: 20 (18+ years old, first come first serve)

Model Fee: Included

Drop-in Fee: $50 (when you can't take all 5 sessions of a class)

Description:

Beginning and continuing sculptors of all ages are invited to sculpt from a live model who will hold the same pose for five 3-hour sessions. There will be instruction in clay building and human anatomy. Students will be guided in assembling a simple portrait armature. In this session, we will emphasize portrait building, though our model will be in a pose that works as well for those of you who prefer sculpting the figure. Participants will be guided in the preparation of pieces for firing and provided with information on kiln firing services. Mason stains and underglazes will be available in class and students are encouraged to experiment with them. A separate space is provided for independent projects; those who wish to work without using the model are welcome.

​​Required Material List:

• Rags (to keep work moist between sculpting sessions)
• Clay (can be purchased from instructor first day of class)
• Box, packing materials to transport final piece (last day of instruction)

Materials Included in Class:

• Basic sculpting tools
• Sculpture boards, turntables, some spritzer bottles
• Basic armature materials
• Trash bag to cover work

​​Recommended Material List:

• Personal sculpting tools
• Clothing which can get dirty (or apron)
• Spritzer bottle for spraying pieces

Additional Costs:​

• Clay (can be purchased in class: regular clay $15, paper clay $20)

Access:

Free parking for 30 cars adjacent to the clubhouse

Bus Line: # 44 stops at the front of the clubhouse

Registration:

Online Registration using Credit / Debit Card, or Paypal.

Via Check: Make out to: Fort Mason Artists and send to:

Fort Mason Artists / 301 Holly Park Cir. / San Francisco, CA 94110

Host or Publisher Fort Mason Artists