Jul 13th
5–7pm PDT
Meets 5 Times
1 class has spots left
Richmond Art Center @ 23 Maine Ave, Richmond, CA 94804
Construct small metal sculptures using arc and mig welding techniques. Learn how to safely and properly use the plasma cutter and acetylene torch to cut through steel. The class ends with a shop evaluation and certification to access the Bridge Art Space and Studios Metal Shop for your future projects. No experience necessary. Additional fee: Bridge Studio Fee $50 + $40 Materials fee covers welding metal project materials and consumables fee...
Thursday Jul 13th, 5–7pm Pacific Time
(5 sessions)
Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA 94804
Explore your ideas in sculpture with a teacher to help guide you through process and finishing. In this class for intermediate/advanced students, you will work semi-independently on a body of work, with consultation from the teacher and possible critiques from your fellow students. Take your work to the next level! Ages 18 and up welcome. Fee includes glaze and firing fee. Students may attend open studio for up to 3 hours per week during the...
9 sessions
Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA 94804
This 2-day workshop will focus on small abstract ceramic sculptures that reference living forms, such as the human body. Coiling, pinching, and small slab construction will be demonstrated, as well as surface and finishing techniques. Students will finish their work outside of the workshop. Some clay experience recommended.
2 sessions
Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA 94804
Learn to create soft, sculptural forms based on growth patterns found in nature. During the course of this class students will learn stitches and techniques to develop form and texture in their work. Experiment with organic structures and yarn or thread! Soft sculpture is appropriate for all skill levels in knitting and crochet – beginners are welcome. All levels and teens 16 and over welcome. Required supplies for this program: Good sharp scissors...
8 sessions
Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA 94804
Working from a live model, students will explore the structure of the body and how it is constructed in clay. Required supplies for this program: Clay, 1 – 2 bag(s) (available for purchase at Art Center) Pottery Tools, approximate $15 Further details about supplies will be discussed on first day of class. You can plan on paying around $10 total. Model fee included.
7 sessions
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Richmond Art Center @ Virtual Classroom
This class will explore the wide world of mixed medium sculpture with hands-on projects inspired by the work of prominent artists in paper, textiles, cardboard, and recycled materials. Special Notes This class will be held via Zoom. A link for the class will be emailed to you no later than 2 hours before the start of the class. Required Supplies 1 12”x 18” heavy paper/cardstock each Ruler Pencil and eraser Fine sharpie Scissors Medium...
Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA 94804
Learn the secrets of working with wax. Hard wax and soft wax, carving, filing, welding,wax burrs, wax carving tools, tricks of the trade, and more, are all part of this class for your jewelry designs or small sculpture designs. The wax finished products can be sent off site to be cast for a fee dependent on the metal's current market value used. Base metal choices are gold or silver. Some working knowledge of jewelry making recommended. Working knowledge...
5 sessions
Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA 94804
In the second part of two soft sculpture workshops this term, students will work with rope, armatures, and experimental media to create knotted sculptures and/or wall hangings. In the first class we will learn and practice making knots and plan for individual projects that will be the main focus of our second class. All levels welcome. Week One: Powerpoint and project overview, demo knots, practice knots, Experimental media Demo, Student...
2 sessions
Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA 94804
Pursue a more sculptural introduction to non-ferrous metalworking techniques. In this class students will learn the use of tools and techniques including model making, sawing, hammer forming, high-temp soldering, cold connections, surface texture, patina, and the incorporation of other non-metal materials.
8 sessions
Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA 94804
In the first of two soft sculpture workshops this term, students will work with felt to create unique sculptural works both big and small. Specific techniques covered, include: wool felting with barbed needles, basic pattern drafting, and sewing on the center machines. All levels welcome. Week One: Powerpoint and project overview, felting demo, felting student project time Week Two: Skills review, felting construction demo,...
2 sessions
Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA 94804
Make one or two detailed renderings in clay. Learn about form, proportion, scale, composition, surface texture, and finishing techniques. Come to the first class with images or ideas for sculptures which could include animals, faces, objects from nature, man-made objects, and more. Sculptures will be limited to 14" in any direction. Required supplies for this program: Basic ceramic tools Respirator mask Clay available for purchase at Art Center....
8 sessions
Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA 94804
Make new discoveries with spontaneous, sculptural constructions. We will work with leather hard slabs, thrown and altered forms, sprig molds and textured materials to create imaginative sculpture. Gestural use of underglaze, engobes and glaze will play a part in enhancing your work. All levels welcome. Clay and glaze materials provided; just bring your tools, your imagination and enthusiasm.
2 sessions
Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA 94804
Learn the process of turning a clay sculpture into a plaster cast. Students will sculpt the human form from a live model, create a waste mold and make a plaster cast. Model fee included.
7 sessions
Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA 94804
Life cast your face using Alginate. Strengthen the mold with Plaster bandages and cast with Plaster. Leave the Workshop with a replica of your face! This is a great base to use to make masks or prosthesis. Learn how to make a mold of your face using skin safe alginate. TAKE HOME A REPLICA OF YOUR FACE! Special Notes Proportions and temperature of water to use. What release cream to use on face and hair Discussing the pose and expression of...
Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA 94804
Learn expert tips and techniques to one-part mold making for multiple objects. Come learn the complexities of one-part silicone mold and casting with resin. You could make tiny sculptures as magnets, paperweights, small picture frames, or your own creation! The design is up to you! Required supplies for this program: $50 materials fee due to instructor first day.
8 sessions
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