{"product_id":"portrait-sculpture-masterclass-november-26","title":"Portrait Sculpture Masterclass - November 26","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCourse Options \u0026amp; Schedule\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe Portrait Sculpture Masterclass will run as two independent 3-day modules:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSession 1: Wednesday November 18th - Friday November 20th\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSession 2: Monday November 23rd - Wednesday November 25th\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYou are welcome to attend either session individually or combine both. \u003cbr\u003eClasses run daily from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with a one-hour lunch break.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Workshop Experience\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOver either 3 days or 6 days you will be sculpting one, exactly life size portrait in clay with a model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is a chance to learn Ellen’s unique measuring method adapted from the technique passed down to her by Brian Taylor FRBS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is a very intimate process involving going up close to the model to measure, with calipers, many times over the whole course. In fact, it will get more frequent as the work progresses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe class includes studying the anatomy of the human head and skull and looking at the great portraits of Brian Taylor, Laurence Edwards, Dalou, Rodin and many more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSeveral of Ellen’s sculptures are also on show in the studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Equipment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEverything you need for the course is in the studio including all materials and tools. Do bring your own tools if you’d like to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eClass Size \u0026amp; Studio Atmosphere\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe group is strictly limited to 6 students and usually includes a wide range of abilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eExpect a very inclusive and supportive experience with loads of coffee tea, snacks and the best chat. Ellen’s dog Turnip is also on hand for emotional support!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocation \u0026amp; Amenities\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe studio is about 15 mins walk from either Deptford, New Cross or New Cross Gate stations. Parking is restricted around the studio. We have a bike store in the building. There is a cafe, convenience store and bakery nearby but most people bring a packed lunch. There’s a small kitchen area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFiring \u0026amp; Casting Options\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYou have the opportunity to leave your sculpture to be fired, or cast in plaster, at an extra cost to be discussed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ellen Christiansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55041444643162,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/5181\/8842\/files\/portrait_09e735a9-b5e0-4ef8-a995-fcf1fc1365d5.jpg?v=1792528488","url":"https:\/\/ellenchristiansen.co.uk\/products\/portrait-sculpture-masterclass-november-26","provider":"Ellen Christiansen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}