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Introduction to the Art of Sculpting a Bust (Part One of the Zero to Bust Series)

Introduction to the Art of Sculpting a Bust (Part One of the Zero to Bust Series)

State ID SC-PVA-V2427

Learn the foundations of portrait sculpture and create your own finished bust in this hands-on, step-by-step short course. A stepping stone to more advanced sculptural work.

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Decorative image - Bust sculpture

Overview

Campus Perth

When Semester 2, 2025

How On campus

Interested in portrait sculpture? 

Learn the foundations of portrait sculpture with Mastering Facial Features - a hands-on, step-by-step short course where you’ll sculpt an eye, ear, nose, and mouth while exploring structure, form, and proportion as part of your creative journey. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refine your existing skills, this course provides step-by-step guidance through the essential techniques of sculpting the human head and face.

Guided by an experienced instructor, you’ll learn about anatomical structure, proportion, and expression as you explore the process of working with oil clay and plasticine. Each session builds on the last, helping you gradually gain confidence and control with your materials and tools.  Unlike water-based clay, plasticine uses oil and wax as binders, meaning it never dries out—staying soft, workable, and ideal for learning, shaping, and carving fine details.

  • Observing and sculpting features and proportions
  • Building and working with an armature
  • Shaping forms and refining detail
  • Understanding symmetry
  • Creating expression and texture
  • Completing and presenting a portrait bust

I have the following attributes:

  • Patience and attention to detail
  • Strong observation skills
  • Creativity and a willingness to learn
  • Good hand-eye coordination
  • Persistence and problem-solving

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Semester 2, 2025

Details

Duration 5 Weeks
When Semester 2, 2025
Where Perth
How On campus

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V2427 Introduction to the Art of Sculpting a Bust (Part One of the Zero to Bust Series)

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