A Beginners Guide to Modeling in Clay with Eric Michael Wilson

Sculptor Eric Michael Wilson gives you a thorough introduction to modeling in clay for beginners in this Learning Path. Eric will begin with the very basics, giving you an overview of materials and techniques, and will finish with showing you how to model organic objects as well as a master study in clay.

1. Intro to Sculpting Tools and Materials With Eric Michael Wilson
In this lesson, master sculptor Eric Michael Wilson takes you on a thorough overview of essential tools and materials for sculpting in clay. You will learn about different types of tools, and the idea behind their use. You will learn about the advantages and drawbacks of different types of clays and general approaches for working.

2. Basic Concepts of Modeling With Eric Michael Wilson
In this lesson master sculptor Eric Michael Wilson demonstrates fundamental modeling techniques and concepts without the distraction of a complex subject. Eric will teach you practical approaches to working to clay that apply equally no matter what your subject or style. You will learn how to cut, remove, pull, average, smooth, and carve into clay.

3. Modeling Geometric Solids With Eric Michael Wilson
In this lesson master sculptor Eric Michael Wilson demonstrates a foundational exercise for sculptors that teaches you how to control your medium, think conceptually, develop skill at creating symmetry and how to choose the appropriate tool for the sculptural problem at hand.

4. Modeling an Organic Object With Eric Michael Wilson
In this lesson master sculptor Eric Michael Wilson demonstrates a foundational exercise for sculptors that teaches you how to analyze a simple organic object and reproduce it in clay.

5. Modeling the David Eye With Eric Michael Wilson
In this lesson master sculptor Eric Michael Wilson demonstrates a foundational exercise for sculptors that teaches you how to tackle a complex set of sculptural forms from Michelangelo’s famous David sculpture. In this traditional exercise, you have the opportunity to study and analyze forms at a large and controlled context without the pressures and compounding.