Jun 10th
9:30am–12:30pm CDT
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Discover the art of sculpting in the vibrant city of Chicago, where participants can learn various techniques such as clay modeling, stone carving, and metal casting to create unique and expressive sculptures.
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Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Explore the art of sculpting the human figure in clay, capturing both realism and imagination. Study proportions, gestures, and anatomy while working from live models, and unleash your creativity through interpretative projects. Refine your skills in a supportive and inspiring environment.
Jun 10th
9:30am–12:30pm CDT
Meets 12 Times
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Embark on a captivating journey into the art of portrait sculpting with live models. Delve into classical techniques, from building armatures to capturing facial planes and features with water-based clay. Gain insights from master sculptors, receive personalized instruction, and explore the spectrum from realism to abstraction in this immersive and enriching class.
Jun 11th
1–4pm CDT
Meets 6 Times
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Refine your figure sculpting skills in a dedicated studio environment with our independent study course. With a nude model posing for each session, immerse yourself in the artistic process under the guidance of a monitor. Ideal for those with prior figure sculpture experience, this informal setting allows for focused exploration and growth in your craft.
Jun 26th
9:30am–12:30pm CDT
Meets 9 Times
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Explore Art Private Group EventsJyl Bonaguro @ 4200 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL
Unleash your creativity and master the art of sculpting with stone in this hands-on workshop led by a professional sculptor. Explore the techniques of blocking, detailing, and finishing as you create a stunning masterpiece. No experience is necessary!
Muze Arts @ 1624 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL
Guided by experienced instructors, participants will mold and sculpt clay into small conceptual art forms, making this class an ideal choice for those seeking to master the basics of hand building pottery.
May 25th
11am–1pm CDT
Meets 6 Times
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Embark on a transformative journey into the realm of abstract 3D art forms in our dynamic course. Explore non-objective, organic, and figurative themes using stoneware clay, metal, glass, and found objects. Perfect for those with some sculpture experience, delve into slab and coil building techniques to unleash your creativity and bring your artistic visions to life with stability and finesse.
Jun 13th
9:30am–12:30pm CDT
Meets 12 Times
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Sculpt the figure in clay from live models. Models generally hold the same pose for three classes. Study the model, learning to see proportions, gesture, and anatomy as you work realistically or use the model as inspiration for more imaginative interpretative work. This class will use two specific stoneware clays with grog added for stability. Three or 4-week poses for models. Please review the EAC's model etiquette.
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Embark on a transformative exploration of found object sculpture, where ordinary items evolve into extraordinary works of art. Embrace the ethos of Thing Theory as you gather materials from your environment, weaving narratives and memories into sculptural forms. Through hands-on guidance, unlock the creative potential of everyday objects, crafting pieces that resonate with personal meaning and collective experience.
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Learn to sculpt a portrait from a live model. Improve your observation skills and clay techniques while learning strategies for placing proportional features, anatomical differences and surface modeling in this fun and challenging course. Finished sculptures will be hollowed out, dried and fired. The class will include presentation of contemporary and old master sculptors, demonstrations and individualized instruction. Work representationally...
Evanston Art Center @ Interactive Online Classroom via Zoom, Chicago, IL
Sculpt with tools you already have in your kitchen, desk drawer or toolbox! In this class the eye, ear, mouth and nose will get their time to shine. The focus for beginners will be on understanding the basic masses, planes, the anatomy of the underlying forms and surface treatment. More advanced students will be encouraged to try a range of styles, and individual characteristics. Stay safe at home using equipment you already have in your...
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Learn to create abstract 3D art forms by exploring non-objective, organic and figurative themes. Stoneware clay, along with metal, glass, and found objects may be used. Instruction in slab and coil building techniques will be investigated. Some sculpture experience is recommended. Skill Level: Intermediate
Evanston Art Center @ 2603 Sheridan Rd, Evanston, IL
Explore the wonders of felt-making. Focus on creating three dimensional objects, functional or sculptural, with basic wet felting and resist felting techniques. Students will make unique bracelet, colorful beads, and creative container (and more!) using colored Merino wool roving. You may purchase wool roving beforehand. Instructor will send resource list. Please Note: Material cost $5 will be collected in class. "Click here for the instructor's...
Known for his excellence in teaching, award-winning sculptor DJ Garrity will conduct a stone-carving workshop focusing on carving a face onto stone. This artist resides in the west of Ireland and travels to the Chicago Botanic Garden to teach this workshop whenever his busy schedule allows (which isn’t very often!). He has served three tours of duty as the sculptor-in-residence of the Mount Rushmore National Memorial and established an international...
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Discover the secrets behind creating stunning ceramic sculptures as you explore various surface treatments in this hands-on seminar. Unleash your creativity and learn the best strategies for finishing your masterpieces at Evanston Art Center. Join us and bring your sculptures to life!
Learn an entirely new experience in ceramics off the wheel with clay molds! During this session, participants will learn the difference between a hump vs a slump mold and how to create them. Students will make molds from everyday items found at home, thrift stores, or dollar store treasures. Each process will be demonstrated while students create 2 projects using this technique. Explore how to make one-of-a-kind ceramic creations using this easy...
This is a unique opportunity to sign up for a single day art class. This is designed for potential students who want to gain basic-level exposure to the visual arts at the Evanston Art Center. We want this to be a low stress, low commitment way to experience EAC offerings. One-day workshops in other disciplines are also available. Note: This class uses a nude model.
The Fire Arts Center of Chicago @ 1830 N Kostner Ave, Chicago, IL
In this multi-level class students will learn to master the classical figure sculpture technique from a live model. We will cover the use of clay tools, clay body chemistry, basic armature construction, anatomy, and clay hollowing and firing technique. Please note: Although the building has a Costner ave address, the mail slot, parking and entrance to the building is around the corner on the Cortland side. After purchase, student...
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Have you ever wondered how to sculpt a portrait from a live model? In this fun and challenging class, you will improve your observation skills and clay techniques while learning anatomical proportions and surface modeling. The class will include presentation of contemporary and old master sculptors, demonstrations and individualized instruction.
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Get ready for spring by making clay planters, bright spring sculptures, wind chimes, and more to celebrate the changing of the seasons! Learn hand-building techniques as you work with slabs and coils to create projects that will ring in spring. Discover new surface painting techniques that will bring your creations to life. In our last week of class, we will plant seeds in our pots to watch them grow!
The Fire Arts Center of Chicago @ 1830 N Kostner Ave, Chicago, IL
In beginning stone carving students will learn the basic techniques for composing and carving small sculpture out of alabaster and other soft stones. Students will need to purchase carving tools and materials. Please note: This class is not for students with back problems or arthritis. Students should complete their classes within a year of purchase Although the building has a Costner ave address, the mail slot, parking and entrance...
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