ONLINE ATELIER FOR SCULPTORS
Master the Foundations of Figure Sculpting
Learn the skills of traditional clay sculpture and bring your creative ideas to life!
What is the Atelier Program?
This BRAND NEW online program will include everything you need to master the foundations of figure sculpting at your own pace, with ongoing support.
When you join NOW you are getting in early while the program is being built!
Over the coming months I am creating all the lessons that will take you from beginner to creating life-like portraits and figures in clay.
As a perk of joining early, you have the opportunity to help shape the program with your feedback and get a discounted member rate!
Learn strong foundations in traditional clay modelling step-by-step
Sculpting the human figure is the best way to learn the techniques of clay modelling. You'll learn to master the same traditional methods used in classical Greece, the Italian Renaissance and the academies of France... with a step-by-step learning path!
An Atelier For Sculptors of All Levels
Curious Beginners
Have you always wanted to try sculpting? You will discover the possibilities of clay as an excellent medium to express your creativity.
Visual Artists
Are you a painter or a 2D artist? You will discover a whole new dimension of form through clay (plus dramatically improve your drawings + paintings!)
Intermediate Sculptors
Are you already sculpting but want to improve? Mastering the foundations is the BEST way to take your figurative skills up to the next level and make the kind of sculptures you envision.
What's Included
Here's how the program will help you to master the foundations of figure sculpting!
Foundation Learning Path
A structured Learning Path for you to master the foundations of portrait and figure sculpting at your own pace!
As a member, you will have access to all projects in the Foundation Learning Path as they are created over the coming year (2024)
Step-by-step Video Instruction
Follow the sculpting process step-by-step with concise instructional videos that are easy to watch and apply. Melanie will explain the key principles and demonstrate the process firsthand. You can pause, rewind and rewatch as many times as you like!
Sculpting Project Guides
Each sculpting project has a Step-by-Step Project Guide showing the creation process. You can print this PDF and use it in your studio!
You will always have the Guide as a reference during the sculpting process, even if you are away from the computer.
Self-paced Online Access
Learn at your own pace and schedule with unlimited access to the dedicated online Members Area. You can watch or re-watch the videos at any time (24/7). You can also access the Members Area on your mobile devices via an app. Perfect for viewing in the studio!
Master the skills you need to create sculptures you love!
Learning to sculpt is a journey! It is an opportunity to slow down, look and create with your hands. With good instruction and fellow artists, you will enjoy the process each step of the way. However, without guidance, it can be difficult to get started, or you might get stuck.
If you aren't sure of your next steps:
👎 Not sure how to even get started with supplies and setup
👎 Lacking motivation or inspiration to get yourself into the studio
👎 Frustrated at your current results or even doubting your own abilities
👎 Struggling with understanding proportions or capturing likeness of the model
👎 Wondering how to train your eye to see and self-critque your own work more clearly
👎 Lacking access to life models and good references
👎 Needing a sculpting mentor to boost your progress
The Atelier will help you make progress:
✔️ Know exactly what supplies, clay and tools you need to sculpt and how to create simple armatures
✔️ Jumpstart your motivation and get you in the studio creating with your hands in clay on a consistent basis
✔️ Provide helpful feedback to move forward in your skillset
✔️ Learn a system of understanding proportions and anatomy that you can actually remember
✔️ Practice specific exercises to train your eye to see more accurately to capture likeness quickly
✔️ Learn to work from photographic reference, artist casts or live art models
✔️ Know how to prepare a clay piece for kiln firing to create a permanent ceramic sculpture.
When you learn to master the foundations of traditional figure sculpting in clay... you will have the skills you need to confidently create your own sculptures!
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What Will You Sculpt?
These Sculpting Projects will take you from beginner to sculpting lifelike Portraits and Figures!
Sculpting Project #1
Fundamentals
(Value $200)
Master the fundamental forms of sculpture and learn to use your tools with confidence by creating Geometric and Organic Shapes.
✔️ Studio Setup Lesson + Supply List
✔️ Geometric Shapes Video Lesson
✔️ Organic Shapes Video Lesson
Sculpting Project #2
Features of the Face: EAR
(Value $200)
Master the EAR by studying anatomy, eye training, and sculpting directly from a Master Copy of the David by Michelangelo.
✔️ Artistic Anatomy Video Lesson + Worksheet
✔️ Artistic Seeing Video Lesson + Worksheet
✔️ Sculpting Video Lessons x3
✔️ Step-by-Step Sculpting Guide PDF
✔️ Professional Photo Reference (David Ear)
Sculpting Project #2
Features of the Face: NOSE
(Value $200)
Master the NOSE by by studying anatomy, eye training, and sculpting directly from a Master Copy of the David by Michelangelo.
✔️ Artistic Anatomy Video Lesson + Worksheet
✔️ Artistic Seeing Video Lesson + Worksheet
✔️ Sculpting Video Lessons x3
✔️ Step-by-Step Sculpting Guide PDF
✔️ Professional Photo Reference (David Nose)
Sculpting Project #2
Features of the Face: MOUTH
(Value $200)
Master the MOUTH by by studying anatomy, eye training, and sculpting directly from a Master Copy of the David by Michelangelo.
✔️ Artistic Anatomy of the Mouth (Video + Worksheet)
✔️ Artistic Seeing of the Mouth (Video + Worksheet)
✔️ Sculpting the Mouth (Video x3)
✔️ Step-by-Step Sculpting Guide PDF
✔️ Professional Photo Reference (David Mouth)
Sculpting Project #2
Features of the Face: EYE
(Value $200)
Master the EYE byby studying anatomy, eye training, and sculpting directly from a Master Copy of the David by Michelangelo.
✔️ Artistic Anatomy of the Eye (Video + Worksheet)
✔️ Artistic Seeing of the Eye (Video + Worksheet)
✔️ Sculpting the Eye (Video x3)
✔️ Step-by-Step Sculpting Guide PDF
✔️ Professional Photo Reference (David Eye)
Sculpting Project #3
Artistic Anatomy of the Portrait: SKULL
(Value $500)
Master the most essential anatomy of the head by studying the Skull so that your portraits feel more realistic.
✔️ Essential Skull Landmarks (Video + Worksheet)
✔️ Artistic Seeing of the Skull (Video + Worksheet)
✔️ Sculpting the Skull (Video x3)
✔️ Step-by-Step Sculpting Guide PDF
✔️ Professional Photo Reference (Skull Replica)
Sculpting Project #4
Classical Face Mask
(Value $500)
Study the Classical Portrait and learn to sculpt a realistic Face Mask in high-relief.
✔️ Classical Canon of Proportions (Video + Worksheet)
✔️ Artistic Seeing of the Face (Video + Worksheet)
✔️ Sculpting the Face (Video x3)
✔️ Step-by-Step Sculpting Guide PDF
✔️ Professional Photo Reference (Classical Face Mask )
Sculpting Project #5
Portrait Sculpting from the Model
(Value $500)
Learn the step-by-step process to sculpt a Portrait Bust from a live model or photographic reference. Coming Fall 2024
✔️ Classical Canon of Proportions (Video + Worksheet)
✔️ Artistic Seeing of the Face (Video + Worksheet)
✔️ Sculpting the Portrait (Video x3)
✔️ Step-by-Step Sculpting Guide PDF
✔️ Professional Photo Reference (Female Portrait Model)
Sculpting Project #6
Figure Sculpting from the Model
(Value $500)
Learn the step-by-step process to sculpt a seated figure sculpture from a live model or photographic reference. Coming Fall 2024
✔️ Artistic Anatomy (Video + Worksheet)
✔️ Artistic Seeing (Video + Worksheet)
✔️ Sculpting the Figure (Video Lessons)
✔️ Step-by-Step Sculpting Guide PDF
✔️ Professional Photo Reference (Female Portrait Model)
Why Past Students Are Excited About Sculpting...
Faye
Melanie is very informative, knowledgeable, and kind. Learning to see is very valuable- my painting of figures has improved and I am more confident. I am now interested in a whole new world of art!
Marnie
You learn and have fun at the same time. You leave the class wanting more - and most importantly, with the confidence that YOU TOO can sculpt.
Megan
I find that I am looking at everything with fresh eyes. I will be able to apply this to my drawing and painting, and will also be able to look at and appreciate sculpture in a different way.
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PLUS these Bonuses!
Get access to $1900 of extra bonuses INCLUDED when you join the Atelier Program!
BONUS #1
Monthly *Live* Classes
($1200 Value)
Every month you get a *LIVE* online class with Melanie where you can ask questions, practice your skills, and keep up your motivation and creative energy.
That's 12 live classes a year!
All classes are recorded so you can watch them anytime.
BONUS #2
Learning Vault of Recorded Classes
($700 Value)
Instant Access to a library of recorded classes for you! Including short exercises to help you sculpt realistic eyes, learn to self-critique, memorize the essential skull landmarks and more!
BONUS #3
Exclusive Member-Only Forum
(Priceless)
A private online community forum exclusively for Atelier members to share their work in progress, connect with each other, ask questions and get feedback!
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Meet Your Instructor
Hi there, I'm Melanie Furtado. I've been sculpting for over a decade and have helped hundreds of people just like you on their sculpting journey.
Mastering the foundations of figure sculpture is the best way to develop the skills you need to express your creative ideas in 3D.
I created this new atelier program to help you create sculptures you love (and avoid the struggles of going it alone).
The sculptors' journey is better when shared. I look forward to seeing you in the atelier!
- Melanie
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