Life Model Clay Sculpting Workshop

Discover your artistic potential in our sculpture classes in Manchester. Join our Nude Model Sculpting Sessions and learn the art of sculpting a figure out of clay under the expert guidance of Nina, an expert figurative ceramicist. This innovative workshop takes life drawing to a whole new level, providing a unique opportunity to explore your creativity in three dimensions.Don't worry if you're a beginner, Nina will provide step-by-step instructions to help you create a stunning sculpture that you'll be proud to take home. You’ll be provided with all the necessary tools and materials to unleash your imagination. The sessions celebrate diversity and body positivity, as each class features a different nude model, showcasing a range of body types, sexes, races, and ages.In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to transform a block of clay into a beautiful piece of art, all while immersing yourself in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. Discover the therapeutic benefits of working with clay as you tune in to your creativity and gain a deeper appreciation for the human form.To keep these sessions accessible to more people we offer different tiered prices. We use a high quality clay that can either:

• be taken directly home on the day with you (general admission, bags and boxes provided),
• be bisque fired (making it a solid piece, finish is pastel pink & texture similar to stone),
• be glazed (this will make it water proof, you can choose a colour from our selection on the day).

Extra payments can be taken on the day via contactless for bisque or glaze optionsIf you choose the bisque or glazed option, collection of your sculptures will be within the next month at Hope Mill Theatre in Ancoats (M4 7JA) or alternatively delivery can be discussed on the day for an additional cost.Perfect & unique event for a private party; Hen do / Birthdays! We can cater to groups of 7-40 people for private bookings - extra charges apply for private venue hire & prices may vary depending on group size.Sessions ranging in location all across central Manchester : Deansgate & Gay Village.PLEASE NOTE: our Deansgate venue is an alcohol free space, herbal teas and sweet treats are provided but feel free to bring your own soft drinks/food to enjoy throughout the session. Please ring the intercom at 201 to enter the building.How the event runs:6:20pm: people start to arrive and settle in, during this time you can make yourself a hot drink etc.6:30pm: Nina will intorduce the session and the model to everyone and begin explaining step by step the figure sculpting process. If you are experienced feel free to move at your own pace.6:55pm: The model will take a break every 25 miniutes and when they return, they will rotate the same pose by 90 degrees so that everyone in the room can see the model from every angle.8:25pm: you will now be given the option to glaze your sculptures of bisque fire them.8:30pm: The session is coming to an end, Nina encourages everyone to now stand up and look at each others work. A wonderful moment for people to discuss the work and the diverse outcome of everyone’s individual pieces of art. Note: Please be thoughtful that this is a respectful, creative, and educational environment and to treat others, especially the nude model, as such! Antisocial behaviour will not be tolerated.In-session rules:

• No photography of the nude model
• No touching the nude model
• No asking the model on dates
• Be on time (late arrivals may result in incomplete sculptures)

• All materials are provided, including artisanal clay, tools, a nude model, and a bag and box to take your work home with you afterwards.
• Sweet snacks & teas
• Fab playlist

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