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Javier´s Family portrait. Clay portrait Sculptures of Javier´s family created in 2018.

Head studies workshop

Head Sculpting: Overcoming Common Challenges

In his previous sculpting workshops, Javier noticed that students often face common challenges when creating head sculptures and facial features in clay sculpture. Common issues like oversized eyes or misplaced ears frequently appear. To help students overcome these hurdles, Javier developed the Head Studies sculpting workshops to specifically focus on these areas of difficulty.

In these hands-on classes, students gain in-depth training on the structure and anatomy of the head, face, and neck. They learn effective techniques for sculpting the face, using divisions and planes to build the head step-by-step from scratch. Similar to the popular Simplified Figure approach, this workshop incorporates a sketch-like method for crafting the face, making it approachable and enjoyable for all skill levels.

With a strong focus on facial proportions, realistic features, and sculpting techniques, the Head Studies workshop equips students with essential skills for achieving life-like results in clay sculpture. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced artist, this course offers valuable insights and practical methods for mastering head sculpture and sculpting the face with greater confidence.

Wellington

Javier Murcia Studio

41 Percy Cameron St, Lower Hutt, Wellington.
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NZ$595

Material included in the price.

Aramature is supplied during the workshop.

Bring you tools, alternatively 

buy our tools during the workshop.

We do share meal.

Refunds are subjected to Terms & conditions

  • Participants in this course will create life-size clay sculpture.
  • Step-by-step method to learn the essential foundations .
  • Focus on developing skills that support long-term artistic growth.
  • Introduction of principles of geometry, structure, and visual perception—key elements that help students better understand the forms.
  • Javier explains the anatomy, providing in-depth lessons on simplified methods for facial sketching.
  • By the end, participants are equipped with the technical skills needed for an artistic approach that will support their creativity.

Dates for  2026 will be set soon.

STARTING SOON

Schedule to start

October 20th, 2025 @ 6.30 PM NZDT

STARTING SOON

Schedule to start

October 20th, 2025 @ 6.30 PM NZDT

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