Figure Sculpture

Anna Vaughan
Wednesdays 7:00–9:00 PM
6 weeks starting June 18
$140 /$125 UCB Students
This course explores the expressive possibilities of sculpting the human figure in clay. There will be a brief introduction into the history of the figure in art and its uses in different cultures around the world as well we will study anatomy and realistic proportion. We will investigate a variety of forming methods including coiling, slab work, extruded forms and armature.  The final weeks of this course will focus on surface solutions including terra sigilattas, underglazing, texture, surface oxides and other non-firing methods. All skill and experience levels are welcome to join. Clay is not included in the course fee.

Anna Vaughan is a nationally exhibiting multi-media artist whose work explores concepts of family, migration and memory.  She is an instructor for the Richmond Art Center, teaching ceramics and sculpture, and a lecturer at Laney College, where she teaches courses in studio arts. Ms. Vaughan has been a juror for exhibition programs at the Oakland Museum of California, and has helped organize and curate exhibitions for several non-profit galleries including Pro-Arts Gallery, NIAD Art Center, and Cell Space. BFA Kansas City Art Institute, MFA Mills College.