Modelling Heads and Faces in Clay

Modelling Heads and Faces in Clay offers a practical and in-depth exploration into the art of modelling faces in clay. It covers essential information, ranging from choosing your clay and modelling tools to drying your work and understanding types of natural finishes.

Ideal for anyone keen to delve into detailed work, this book provides step-by-step pictures to guide you through the process. As the face imparts life and personality to a figure, focusing on facial details is crucial once the body is sculpted.

This book delves into the various aspects that compose the face, such as the proportions of the head, bone structure, muscles, and expressions—important considerations for any modeller. Whether creating the face of a child or an adult, and capturing emotions from sadness to joy, each expression demands a unique approach and detailed refinement to convincingly complete a figure or bust.

Using diagrams, step-by-step images, and clear explanations, Modelling Heads and Faces in Clay thoroughly covers these aspects to assist you in creating faces and enhancing your modelling skills. It provides essential guidance on getting started, selecting clay and modelling tools, drying your pieces, and applying natural finishes like wax.