Sculpture Classes in Boston, MA

Have you wanted to learn to draw people? Well, this course is designed for beginner to intermediate learners. We will learn how to construct the figure using various methods. Studying the basic proportions, and the dynamic actions, and some advanced techniques like foreshortening you will walk away with tools, techniques and ways of looking at drawing...

Make and use colored clay! In the first workshop meeting we will learn, through detailed demonstration, how to make colored clay and slip by adding powered mason stains.  In the second workshop meeting we will explore a variety of simple ways to use your colored clay and slip. Some prior ceramics experience recommended. The format of this workshop...

Taught by Gianluca Giarrizzo, an experienced sculptor and anatomist, this online course will take students through sculpting an actual size self-portrait in clay, beginning with an anatomically correct block-in of the primary and secondary volumes of the head, and advancing to a more specific likeness of oneself, through meticulous observation and...

Elizabeth Orleans hosts "Ceramic Social" from her Venice Beach art studio via Zoom. Learn how to hand-build things out of clay. Stay creative and socialize from your own home! When: Every Tuesday Evening 6-9 PM (time is subject to change) We will Zoom for 2 hours (availability/questions for the last hour) What: We will focus...

In this two-day workshop we will use plastic forms that can be purchased from a dollar store and turn them into slump and hump molds formed out of plaster for making multiples of the shape. On the first day we will discuss ways to use the plaster molds to make serving ware such as plates, bowls and tumblers and will learn how to work in plaster....

Elizabeth Orleans hosts "Ceramic Social" from her Venice Beach art studio via Zoom. Learn how to hand-build things out of clay. Stay creative and socialize from your own home! When: Every Tuesday Evening 6-9 PM (time is subject to change) We will Zoom for 2 hours (availability/questions for the last hour) What: We will focus on a...

Elizabeth Orleans hosts "Ceramic Social" from her Venice Beach art studio via Zoom. Learn how to hand-build things out of clay. Stay creative and socialize from your own home! When: Every Tuesday Evening 6-9 PM (time is subject to change) We will Zoom for 2 hours (availability/questions for the last hour) What: We will focus on a...

Learn how to carve stone (alabaster) and learn all parts of this fascinating ancient medium.  Beginning/intermediate/advanced students are all welcomed. You will learn the whole process of stone carving from the beginning chisels, to the files and finishing process. Students are encouraged and helped to produce the type of work that interests...

In this popular one-day workshop, you'll have the opportunity to carve your own stone, an art form that is not typically accessible.  For beginners and experienced sculptors alike, you'll be guided through the process of looking into the rock for imagery, carving into material, planning and forming a sculpture, and using tools. Hand-carving...

In this online course we will delve deep into the careful construction of a master work of art. Students may choose to work as a class with the instructor on an artist of the instructor’s choice, or choose their own Master Artist from the Met’s online collection of high resolution images. From the Neo-Classical restraint of Ingres' otherworldly...

Carolina Iwanow has created the wax addition technique to teach remotely how to design, fabricate and build incredible jewelry without having a jewelry studio. With just a few simple and basic tools you will learn how to make incredible jewelry from wax.  In this 7 class course - Introduction to Wax Addition Technique - Students will...

Practice collage techniques used throughout history, from Surrealism to the Pop Art, and develop the tools you need to express yourself through mixed media. Virtual art classes for Ages 18+ (Adults of All Skill Levels) All art supplies for in-class activities and homework are included in the price and will be shipped to your prior to the start of the...

Taught by CFA Faculty, Evan Kitson, the muscular system gives life and narrative potential to the human figure. Through the study of the form and function of the muscular system, we're able to gain a greater insight into how the body may compose itself. In this six-week online course, we'll spend each lesson on a major system of movement in the human...

This is a VIRTUAL WORKSHOP!  When you register for this course, you will be mailed the login information for our virtual course that will take place LIVE on Zoom.us.  NO KITS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR THIS WORKSHOP, but most of the materials you can find in your home. Spend some creative time with friends online or family members at home for...

Joining fabrics to cover the body and create shelter has been a prized skill in the progress of civilization. Students will build on that tradition by learning fundamental seams and finishes used in modern day garment construction. Industry standards of sewing are emphasized and all techniques are taught and practiced on professional, industrial sewing...