Sculpting Instruction: Books & DVDs
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Updated 6/5/09
The new instructional sculpting book Mastering Portraiture: Advanced Analyses of the Face Sculpted in Clay
is now available for purchase.
Instructional Sculpting Books

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Book 1: Portrait Sculpting:
Anatomy & Expression in Clay
by Philippe & Charisse Faraut
A complete and comprehensive book on modeling the portrait in clay. Over 550 photographs of sixty-five different sculptures are used to show a series of exercises organized in a progressive manner. This text offers art students; painters, illustrators, forensic artists and sculptors interested in accurately depicting the human face an invaluable source of knowledge.
For the beginner, the step-by-step method provides a means to achieve fast results as well as a solid foundation in the knowledge of anatomy. For the advanced artist, there is a wealth of information on such topics as, the aging process, mechanics of expression, and advanced rubber mold making.
Illustrations are included to diagram the bones and muscles of the face and neck, techniques for working in planes are demonstrated in addition to methods for correcting common mistakes and a special section on repairing a shattered sculpture compliments the hollowing and firing chapter.
Hardcover, Smythe sewn, 8 3/4" x 11 1/4", 224 pages.
Price: $54.95
Available as a Set
Book 1: Portrait Sculpting and DVD Volumes 1, 2, & 3 for $224.95
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Book 2: Mastering Portraiture:
Advanced Analyses of the Face Sculpted in Clay
by Philippe & Charisse Faraut
In this follow-up book to his first volume Portrait Sculpting: Anatomy & Expressions in Clay, Philippe Faraut expands on modeling the human face in water-based clay featuring more than 100 new busts. Designed for the advanced artist, this text utilizes nearly 600 photographs including 64 full-page images to analyze the requirements for capturing a likeness. Emphasis is placed on an in-depth study of facial anatomy critical in developing compelling expressions and bringing life to three-dimensional representations of the face. Additional studies are included to show successful treatments of hair and drapery, as well as the aging process.
Further Features include:
- Studies of various sculpting styles.
- Techniques for analyzing planes of individual features.
- Discussions and comparisons of gender differences.
- Methods for avoiding mistakes.
- Examples of different finishing options.
Hardcover, Smythe sewn, 8 3/4” x 11 1/4”, 230 pages.
Price: $54.95
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Book 2: Mastering Portraiture and DVD Volumes 1, 2, & 3 for $224.95
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Instructional Sculpting DVDs
The Art of Sculpting with Philippe Faraut
Volume 1: Children
In this first volume of his instructional series, Philippe shares his step-by-step method of construction, as well as a guide to catch and correct common mistakes, while demonstrating in his favorite medium: wet clay. Filmed on location in Honeoye, NY at his studio, this 89 minute sculpting DVD offers instruction easily followed by a beginner and complete enough to keep the interest of the most experienced sculptor.
Running time: 89 minutes Format: DVD
Price: $69.95
The Art of Sculpting with Philippe Faraut
Volume 2: Expressions and Facial Construction
In this volume which covers individual features of different expressions, Philippe demonstrates rapid exercises in water-based clay that are useful for developing sculpting skills, including how to recognize volumes specific to different ages, genders, and ethnic groups. This 110 minute sculpting DVD also includes a comprehensive demonstration on hollowing and firing techniques.
Running time: 110 minutes Format: DVD
Price: $69.95
The Art of Sculpting with Philippe Faraut
Volume 3: Men
In this third installment of his instructional series, Philippe Faraut focuses on modeling the heads of men. His demonstrations include basic structure comparisons of different ethnicities, techniques for modifying expressions, the mechanics of the aging process and facial weight distribution for heavy-set men. In addition, he completes one bust of a man including hair and clothing. This 111-minute production was created for the advanced artist.
Running time: 111 minutes Format: DVD
Price: $69.95
Available as a Set: The Art of Sculpting with Philippe Faraut
DVD Volumes 1, 2, & 3 for $174.95
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Sculpting Video Clip Demonstrations
Philippe has made available a series of sculpting demonstrations on YouTube. The clips include edited segments from the artist’s full-length video The Art of Sculpting with Philippe Faraut Volume 3: Men as well as sculptures from Mastering Portraiture: Advanced Analyses of the Face Sculpted in Clay. Visit the Video Clip page to watch them!
Retailers for book and DVDs only: Canada, England, Netherlands, New Zealand
Sculpture Supply of Canada
345 Munster Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M8Z 3C6
Canada
416-234-1075
416-234-1516 (FAX)
www.sculpturesupply.com
Alec Tiranti, Ltd.
3 Pipers Court
Berkshire Drive
Thatcham, Berkshire RG19 4ER
United Kingdom
0845 123 2100
0845 123 2101 (FAX)
www.tiranti.co.uk
Keramikos
Oudeweg 153
2031 CC HAARLEM
The Netherlands
T: +31 (0)23 542 44 16
F: +31 (0)23 542 80 81
www.keramikos.nl
info@keramikos.nl
Weta Limited
PO Box 15-208
Miramar, Wellington 6423
New Zealand
T: +6443803020
F: +6443809256
www.wetaNZ.com
info@wetanz.co.nz



