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Sculpting the Figure - Jesse Lord Johnson

  • All levels
  • 18 and older
  • $670
  • 111 Franklin St, New York, NY
  • 36 hours over 12 sessions

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  • $670
  • New York Academy of Art @ 111 Franklin St, New York, NY 10013
  • 36 hours over 12 sessions
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Class Description

Description

What you'll learn in this clay class:

This course is designed for beginners and experienced artists who wish to have studio time sculpting the human figure.

Students will begin by learning to see the planar forms body through careful observation of the human figure. The instructor will then introduce students to primary and some secondary muscle forms of a generalized human figure. The course will cover various techniques that have been used over time to interpret the human figure into art.

Before Class - Welcome & How to Prepare for Class

  • Week 1 - Let's Begin!
  • Week 2 - Blocking in the Figure
  • Week 3 - The Torso
  • Week 4 - The Human Back
  • Week 5 - Upper Arms
  • Week 6 - Upper Legs
  • Week 7 - The Forearm
  • Week 8 - Lower Legs
  • Week 9 - The Face
  • Week 10 - The Hands
  • Week 11 - The Feet
  • Week 12 - Wrapping Up!
  • After Class - Wrap Up

Note:

*This class will take place IN-PERSON at the New York Academy of Art. Please see the Academy’s Covid-19 Info Page for information on our safety protocols. In-person CE students are required to follow all such safety measures, including social distancing and wearing masks. Class sizes are limited to maintain social distance and promote safety. 

Students who are fully vaccinated will be required to show proof of vaccination upon entry. Students who are not vaccinated will need to follow alternative prevention procedures. Please see the Academy’s full Covid-19 Vaccination Policy for full details.

Refund Policy

100% refund will be issued up to seven days after the first class. After this, no refund will be issued.

MAKE-UP POLICY
Unfortunately, we do not offer makeup classes. The instructor can tell them what they missed. Most of our classes are taught atelier style. If there is a demonstration during the particular session, after the demonstration the instructor goes to each student to work with them on a one-to-one basis. During this time the instructor can work with the student who missed the previous week, talk with them and explain what to do.

Reviews of Classes at New York Academy of Art (127)

(4.6-star rating across 127 reviews)
  • Sculpting the Figure - Jesse Lord Johnson

    Anonymous review on 12/21/2019
    This was a great class! Great to have two teachers, so that everyone could get guidance. Definitely recommend and will be taking it again! Do wish it was a little smaller in terms of the number of students. But otherwise, I learned so much from Jesse and Cynthia, they were amazing. They each have there own way of doing things, which at first can be a bit confusing. But in the long run, I think it's really beneficial because you get two different methods & two different design eyes to guide you. I learned so much in this class and was shocked at how much progress I made in the end!
  • Sculpting the Figure - Jesse Lord Johnson

    Anonymous review on 8/1/2019
    This is a great class for both beginners and experienced sculptors. Laid back vibe with knowledgeable teachers.
  • Sculpting the Figure - Jesse Lord Johnson

    Anonymous review on 8/3/2017
    THIS IS A GREAT CLASS! Cynthia is an amazing teacher. The structure of the class is pretty loose, which is perfect for people who like to learn from doing, rather than from endless demonstrations and lectures. Perfect for beginners! I had never touched clay before taking this class and Cynthia and the other students made me feel incredibly comfortable and I ended up with a piece I am very proud of. If you have any interest in figurative sculpture, but no idea where to start, TAKE THIS CLASS! You won't regret it.
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    Reviewed by Yonathan P. on 4/26/2018
  • Sculpting the Figure - Jesse Lord Johnson

    Anonymous review on 5/3/2017
  • Sculpting the Figure - Jesse Lord Johnson

    Reviewed by Marika K. on 8/5/2016
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Students who have taken classes at Sculpting the Figure - Jesse Lord Johnson have positive things to say about their experiences. The presence of two teachers in the class allows for individual guidance, which students appreciate. Despite the large number of students, they still find value in the lessons learned from Jesse and Cynthia, both of whom have their own unique approaches to sculpting. Students feel that this diversity in teaching methods is ultimately beneficial, as they get exposure to different techniques and perspectives. The class is suitable for both beginners and experienced sculptors, with a laid-back vibe and knowledgeable instructors. Students mention making significant progress and feeling proud of their work by the end of the course. The structure of the class is described as loose, allowing for hands-on learning rather than extensive demonstrations and lectures. Overall, if someone is interested in figurative sculpture and unsure where to start, students highly recommend taking this class. "I learned so much in this class and was shocked at how much progress I made in the end!" - "Perfect for beginners! I had never touched clay before taking this class and Cynthia and the other students made me feel incredibly comfortable and I ended up with a piece I am very proud of." - "If you have any interest in figurative sculpture, but no idea where to start, TAKE THIS CLASS! You won't regret it." - "The structure of the class is pretty loose, which is perfect for people who like to learn from doing, rather than from endless demonstrations and lectures."

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