ADVENTURES IN ANIMAL SCULPTINGwith Susan Halls (UK)
KALANDOK AZ ÁLLATSZOBRÁSZATBAN
KALANDOK AZ ÁLLATSZOBRÁSZATBAN
3 - 12 September, 2024
course fee: 550,000 HUF.
3 - 12 September, 2024
course fee: 550,000 HUF.
This course will introduce several different techniques for a sculpting hollow animal forms in paper clay. Pinch, coil, dowel and throw will be maximized and minimized to create a range of animal subjects. Each unique approach will bring a different quality to your interpretation, the aim to show that techniques have a voice and play a vital role in the final appearance of your sculpture. Adapting pottery forming techniques allows for speed and ease of making, no internal armatures or hollowing out. I'll show you some unique construction methods and successful ways to support your work while you make.
Ez a kurzus több különböző technikát mutat be üreges állati formák papíragyagból való elkészítéséhez. A csipkedés, a hurkákból való építkezés és a korongozás mértékétől függően különböző stílusú és kinézetű tárgyak készítésére lesz lehetőség. Minden egyedi megközelítés más-más minőséget interpretál, azzal a céllal, hogy megmutassa, hogy a technikáknak van “hangja” és létfontosságú szerepet játszanak a szobor végső megjelenésében.
Basic animal anatomy will be discussed as this knowledge should underpin all our thinking. However, it is not the goal to make super realistic creatures, but to capture more of the spirit, vigour and nature of the beast.
Pieces will be speed dried for bisque firing over the weekend so we can smoke, raku and wood fire on the last days. We will also work with a palette of slips with the option to 'decorate' and colour your sculpture before firing. Bring a sketchbook for drawing ideas and developing designs.
The workshop language will be English.
Susan writes . . .
"My obsession with animals and animal imagery has been more or less constant since my childhood so it is right that they should be the dominant subject in my work. It seems right and the most honest creative front available. I do believe that part of my drive to make animals is tied up in the primitive need to posses them – like effigies and totems.
In my sculpture I’m trying to create an image which traps a kind of animal truth. Direct representation does not interest me. I strive to create work which reinvents animal form, enhancing the facts without being slavish to mere appearance. Dog, Horse, Bird, Pig, Sheep and Goat are recurring themes."
Susan Halls received her MA in Ceramics from The Royal College of Art, London, UK.
A kurzus során az állatok alapvető anatómiai ismereteiről is szó lesz, hiszen ezen ismeretek nélkülözhetetlenek a megismerés és művészi újragondolás során. A cél azonban nem szuperrealisztikus lények létrehozása, hanem hogy jobban megragadja az állati jegyekkel rendelkező “szörny” jellegét, lendületét és természetét.
A darabokat gyorsszárítjuk zsengélő égetéshez, hogy készen álljanak a raku égetéshez, illetve az utolsó napokban néhány darabot a fatüzes kemencében is kiégetünk.
Vázlatfüzetet érdemes magukkal hozniuk az ötletek lerajzolásához és a tervek kidolgozásához.
COURSE FEE INCLUDES
● Accommodation in a single room.
● Teaching fee.
● Materials and any firings you need for the course.
● 24 hour access to the studio.
● Refreshments: Free drinks, tea, coffee, snacks and fresh fruit are available for all participants.
We have a limited number of rooms with private shower and WC at a supplement cost of 24,000 huf.
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PAYMENT
A 50% deposit is required within 14 days to secure your place on the course. The balance may either be paid in advance or in cash on arrival at the studio.
REFUND POLICY
Participants may have fifty per cent of the deposit refunded provided that we are notified 30 days before the start of the course. No refunds of deposits can be made after this deadline.
If we have to replace the course leader for any reason we guarantee the course will be held by a teach-er of similar qualification. You may choose to participate in the course or transfer the deposit to another course of your choice. If none of these options are to your satisfaction your full deposit will be refunded.
PREPARATION FOR THE COURSE
Participants should bring with them their small personal hand tools. Remember to pack them in your stowed luggage not in hand luggage for flying.
Notebook, or sketch pad and pencil.
Overall/apron.
The workshop language will be English.
ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation is in single bedrooms with shared bathroom and WC. Rooms are simply furnished with bed, desk, chairs, wardrobe and cupboard and supplied with clean bed-linen, pillows and towels. Artists have the use of modern, fully equipped kitchens with shared refrigerators, cookers and microwave ovens. All cups, plates, cooking pots, saucepans and cutlery is provided. There are spacious lounges and dining rooms. All accommodation is self catering.
We have a limited number of single en-suite rooms with their own shower and WC. If you require a single room with a private bathroom there is a supplement cost of 24,000 HUF for the course.
We have an extensive library of ceramic books and magazines as well as other art publications. There is wi-fi internet access in most areas. There is also a laundry facility with washers and dryer.
CONDITIONS
All participants must be insured for medical and personal liability for the duration of their masterclass at ICS.
For EU citzens - please bring your EU Healthcard.
During the work period the ICS may document and publish the work of the artist in publications or on the ICS website.
ICS cannot offer storage for any artist’s works after the masterclass is completed.
EVENING WORKING
The studios will be available if you wish to continue making items, though these sessions will not be taught. Additional materials to those provided by the course may be purchased from the technicians.
The tutor instructs students in health and safety issues relevant to this course. Students may work unsupervised on agreed projects once they have satisfied the tutor as to their competence. There may be restrictions on the equipment available to students in the tutor’s absence.
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Hungary
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