In this workshop, you will sculpt from a slab of clay of 14 x 8 x 2 inches of clay. You only need to bring your desire to turn 12 to 14 pounds of clay into a wall-mounted work of art. Whether you wish to explore clay as a new medium or deepen your knowledge of human anatomy, this is a great opportunity to learn to sculpt with a live model.

Professional sculptor Joël A. Prévost teaches the techniques and use of tools necessary to sculpt a wall-mounted sculpture, taking you step by step by adding, subtracting, and polishing.

This workshop is perfect for people who are interested in life drawing, figurative painting, wood sculpture, or ceramic. Supplies are on the premises, firing is included in the course.

This course is suitable for both experienced ceramicists, and beginners.

Common Questions

Minimum age / Can I register my child for this class?

As this course includes working with a nude model, this class is for 18+ only.

What are the regulations surrounding COVID?

As the pandemic changes, we are unsure of what our COVID-19 policy will look like at the start of this class. We will closely monitor local numbers and update you prior to the class.

What should I bring?

Joël will be bringing all the tools you will need, but if you have your own that you'd like to use, you can bring them as well.

What should I wear?

Wear comfortable clothing that you won’t mind getting clay on. Most clays do not stain and can wash out, however, if your class is working with iron-rich clays then staining may occur. The studio has aprons available for all students to wear while working. We recommend long hair be tied back and jewelry be removed before class begins.

How does the glazing and firing of my work, work?

Pieces will be once-fired to full temperature without glaze, and available for pickup in 3-4 weeks after the workshop.

Outside Materials

Students are not allowed to bring clay or glaze purchased elsewhere into class. Ceramic materials require specific temperatures and conditions to fire properly, so you run the risk of damaging your classmates’ work and the kiln when introducing materials that are not approved by the studio. Additional clay can be purchased from Workshop if needed and includes the cost of firing the additional work you’ll be making with it. Any damage to kilns caused by unauthorized outside materials will be billed to the student (FYI: kilns cost upwards of $5,000).

Cancellations

Classes cancelled within 48h of the start date are subject to refunds only if a replacement is found for your signup. Classes cancelled anytime prior to 48h from the start date are subject to a 5% cancellation fee to cover our processing fees. Classes are subject to cancellations by Workshop in the case of low enrolment. If classes are cancelled by Workshop, you will receive a full refund, including processing fees.

What about Workshop being a safer space?

Everyone has the right to feel safe and included at Workshop Studios regardless of age, ancestry, colour, family status, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental disability, physical disability, place of origin, race, religious beliefs, sexual orientation or source of income.

Workshop Studios does not tolerate abusive or discriminatory behaviour. Such behaviour is grounds for removal from the studio and may result in the cancellation of future registrations or a permanent ban.

UNACCEPTABLE BEHAVIOR

Any harassing behaviour which creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment is unacceptable conduct. Harassment includes, but is not limited to:

Verbal behaviour: Jokes, slurs, derogatory remarks, abusive language
Physical & visual: Unwanted touching, staring, filming or photographing
Visual displays: Derogatory items, posters, photographs, drawings
Verbal advances: Any unwanted or unwelcome verbal contact

If you feel you have been subject to any harassment, discriminatory behaviour or other abuse, please contact a Workshop Staff member. All communication is strictly confidential. We will work with you and if needed, and with your consent, with an independent mediator to address the issue.

Anyone exhibiting these behaviours can be asked to leave at any time by Workshop staff. By signing up to this workshop, you agree to read and follow our Safer Space Policy.

Sculpting with a Live Model - 2 Day Guest Workshop