Sculpting the Figure in Clay

P Rubino, Dave Brubeck

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Watson-Guptill Publications Inc.,U.S.
01 August 2011

Sculpture; Pottery, ceramics & glass crafts

A comprehensive guide for sculptors looking to recreate the human body using clay, from the author ofThe Portrait in Clay

InSculpting the Figure in Clay,acclaimed portrait bust sculptor Peter Rubio teaches a master class in the essentials of figurative sculpture. In this intensive, all-inclusive guide, he introduces students to a natural, straightforward geometry that will help them become masters at forming figures of clay. Rubino's unique approach utilizes a geometric system consisting of blocks, simple shapes, and guidelines that instruct students in a new and instinctive sculptural style, With these easy-to-follow instructions and informative concepts, students will see figures as the basic shapes beneath the form as well as learn vital approaches such as BLT- Bend, Lean, and Turn, to create evocative expression, and the Three Ps- Position, Proportion, and Plans, for accurate representation.

Other topics include-

. The Fundamentals of the Clay Torso . Observing the Model . Essential Materials and Tools . Sculpting the Female Torso from the Live Model . Sculpting the Reclining Figure from the Live Model . Sculpting the Hand, Foot, and Lower Arm . Plus Many Photographic Reference Poses for Continued Study

This unparalleled resource is the definitive guide to figurative sculpture.

By: P Rubino
Foreword by: Dave Brubeck
Imprint: Watson-Guptill Publications Inc.,U.S.
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 271mm, Width: 214mm, Spine: 14mm
Weight: 762g
ISBN: 9780823099245
ISBN 10: 0823099245
Pages: 192
Publication Date: 01 August 2011
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Peter Rubino is an acclaimed sculptor of numerous private and corporate commissions. Among his many works, his piece Mother of Life,a ten-foot historic monument, graces Boyko research center at the Ben Gurion University of the Negev in Beer Sheva, Israel, and Angel, a thirty-five-foot monumental figure, was created for the Walt Disney Company. His previous book, The Portrait in Clay, has been translated into numerous languages, and he teaches annual workshops in both the United States and Italy utilizing his easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructional methods perfected over thirty-five years as an educator at such prestigious institutions as the Brooklyn Museum Art School and the National Academy School of Fine Arts in New York City. He has sculpted portraits of President Barack Obama, jazz icon Dave Brubeck, and sports legend Lou Gehrig.

Reviews for Sculpting the Figure in Clay

Hopscotch is a nearly universal childhood game, its history going back at least to Roman times. Here are brief descriptions, diagrams, and step-by-step directions for playing 19 modern variants from 16 countries, with a full-page color illustration showing each game in progress. A few well-chosen geographical, historical, or cultural facts introduce each variation, including the local name of the game (and its translation) and a description of the kinds of objects used as markers. A particularly nice feature is the world map highlighting each country. Sometimes directions for playing one game refers to rules given for another version; though this saves space, the rules would be more useful if they were entirely self-contained. Two diagrams are incomplete - e.g., the one for the Honduran game lacks the arrows mentioned in the directions. The colorful paintings show evidence of careful research into local landscape, architecture, and dress. A good multicultural resource for elementary schools and children's collections. Bibliography; index. (Kirkus Reviews)