24 Hour Classes
INSTRUCTOR: Daniela Kiefhaber, Artisan
COURSE: Porcelain Sculpting
PROJECT: Sculpting a Jointed Dollhouse Child
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
In this class the students will learn how to sculpt a jointed child in raw porcelain clay. The direct sculpting technique is rarely used in miniature dollmaking, but its end result is a precious one-of-a-kind porcelain piece with crisp details and durability. The joints (and there are many) will turn the finished toddler into a lifelike personality that moves around. Students of all levels will have pleasing results, as the instructor will guide them through the process step through step. This is a class for students who are brand new to sculpting as well as to the experienced dollmaker. Students will start from scratch, sculpting and refining the body parts with various tools. All doll parts will be sculpted freehand; no molds will be used in the process. A box with example pieces in the right size will help to get the correct scale. After a first firing at a lower temperature the clay is stronger, allowing for better handling, sanding, and more refining. Then the doll parts will be bisque fired, polished, and painted with China paints. The students will learn an easy painting technique using different mediums and oils.
As students choose the age and gender of their child, the end result will be an absolute individual child and a very proud creator. This is a fun and relaxing class.
TIME: 24 hours. Completion is likely.
POWER TOOLS: None
SKILL LEVEL: Beginner
MATERIALS FEE: $20 to be collected at school