This ONLINE figure sculpture course will be focused on the portrait, working from a life model 3D scan. We will be using a step-by-step classical approach. This course is for those who wish to gain a stronger understanding of the human head & facial features.
Looking closely at proportions, structure and anatomy, we will learn to simplify complex forms into basic and then more refined planes. Each facial feature will be covered in detail and broken down into simple steps. For convenience of working online we will be using oil based clay, and sculpting at a smaller scale than life, about half-life size.
The 3D life model scans will be available to use throughout the course, in and outside of class times.
Suitable for all levels of experience.
TSA will deliver this course using ZOOM. Prior to the course session, you will receive an invitation for the session(s) via email. You'll need a laptop, desktop or tablet, internet connection with good bandwidth and headset (either wired or wireless). We recommend that you set up a free ZOOM account and be familiar with ZOOM prior to the class beginning. Here is a link to help you get started: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/categories/200101697
Notes: Florian Jacot is a visual artist who has been teaching at the Toronto School of Art since 2009. As well as instructing at TSA, Jacot has been teaching figure sculpture, artistic anatomy, and figurative drawing and painting since 2004 at such schools as Max the Mutt Animation School, Artist 25 Studio, Centennial College and Sheridan College. Jacot works traditionally in fine arts and does freelance work digitally for the film and gaming industries. His work has been exhibited on several occasions in shows and galleries. In 1999, he received an award from The Sculpture Society of Canada for two of his sculptures.