Figure ceramic sculpture
A course by Cristina Córdova , Figurative ceramic artist and teacher
Joined May 2019
Join sculptor Cristina Cordova's course on figure ceramic sculpture. Explore workspace setup, detailed sculpting techniques, and finishing touches.
Join sculptor Cristina Cordova's course on figure ceramic sculpture. Explore workspace setup, detailed sculpting techniques, and finishing touches.
Joined May 2019
Immerse yourself in the art of figurative clay sculpture with Cristina Córdova, a renowned ceramic sculptor and teacher with 20 years of experience.
From setting up your workspace and gathering the necessary materials to crafting a detailed sculpture, every step is designed to simplify and demystify the art of clay sculpting. You will also explore the use of pigments and surface stylization to add depth and character to your creations.
Learn how to transform a block of clay into an expressive human figure using simple patterns and refining techniques. Ultimately, you'll sculpt a human torso, limbs, and an abstract skirt form with the skills you've acquired.
What will you learn in this online course?
15 lessons & 11 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (12)
- 1,739 students
- 15 lessons (2h 46m)
- 11 additional resources (4 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English, Spanish
- English, Spanish, Portuguese, German, French, Italian, Polish, Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
The final project involves creating a figurative clay sculpture, developing a detailed human torso and abstract shapes. You will work on uniting these elements and applying stylization and pigmentation techniques to complete your work.
Who is this online course for?
Aimed at artists, sculptors and ceramists who wish to delve deeper into figurative sculpture in clay. It is also ideal for those interested in exploring new modeling and finishing techniques in ceramics. In addition, it is designed for anyone with a passion for art and the desire to develop their creative skills in this medium.
Requirements and materials
You will need clay, basic sculpting tools, and glazes. Also a notebook or notepad for your ideas and sketches.
Reviews
A course by Cristina Córdova
Cristina Córdova is a renowned figurative ceramic artist from Puerto Rico. With nearly 20 years of experience, she has dedicated her career to creating clay sculptures that explore the human figure and its various expressions.
After completing her graduate studies in ceramics and a three-year residency at the prestigious Penland School of Craft, Cristina founded Córdova Studios, where she has developed her artistic practice.
Her work is part of the permanent collections of major institutions such as the Smithsonian American Art Museum, the Mint Museum, the Everson Museum, and the Museum of Art of Puerto Rico.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Preparation and Materials
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Preparing Your Workspace
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Preparing Your Templates
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Cutting Shapes
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U3
Modeling and Forms
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Shaping Forms 1
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Shaping Forms 2
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Refining the Head
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Making Hands
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Combining Torso with Skirt Form
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Attaching Arms
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Attaching the Head
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Hands and Hair
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U4
Mastering Surface Techniques and Sculpture Completion
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Stylizing
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Preparation for Firing
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FP
Final project
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Figure ceramic sculpture
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FAQs
Domestika's courses are online classes that provide you with the tools and skills you need to complete a specific project. Every step of the project combines video lessons with complementary instructional material, so you can learn by doing. Domestika's courses also allow you to share your own projects with the teacher and with other students, creating a dynamic course community.
All courses are 100% online, so once they're published, courses start and finish whenever you want. You set the pace of the class. You can go back to review what interests you most and skip what you already know, ask questions, answer questions, share your projects, and more.
The courses are divided into different units. Each one includes lessons, informational text, tasks, and practice exercises to help you carry out your project step by step, with additional complementary resources and downloads. You'll also have access to an exclusive forum where you can interact with the teacher and with other students, as well as share your work and your course project, creating a community around the course.
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olgaannahm
Artystka znakomicie prowadzi kurs, dobrze wszystko jest zaprezentowane.
Tylko chwilami nie słychać co mówi.
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taniabain10
Well presented and very informative. Very interesting approach to sculpting.
mneraud18
PlusC'est toujours un plaisir de suivre les cours en ligne de Cristina. C'est clair et bien décomposé. Ses explications vous donnent à penser que c'est facile...Je vais vite essayer.
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lenka_varga
Super kurz so super lektorkou. Veľa som sa naučila. Robím keramiku a Cristinine kurzy ma vždy v niečom posunú ďalej. Určite si zakúpim aj jej prípadný ďalší kurz.
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susan_silvester
Cristina is a great teacher of ceramic sculpture. Her online course is clear and easy to follow. She doesn't just teach the how-to but also helps you understand the feeling behind each piece. I've learned a lot about shaping clay and expressing myself through my work.