Birds in Sculpture
Workshop | Available
The class begins with a discussion of bird anatomy, comparative anatomy, the principles of aerodynamics, the importance of drawing and assembling shapes, and how to achieve the illusion of movement in sculptures of birds in flight. Students will learn how to construct an armature for blocking in birds in flight. Sandy will help students determine the difference between a sculpture that is technically adequate and one that has spirit and life. All aspects of modeling in oil-based clay will be explored and beginning students are welcome. Students will learn the importance of assembling strong, meaningful shapes and how eliminating unimportant details can create the bird’s essence. Students will work from computer imagery, photography, drawings, field guides, and a printed workbook. Sandy is recognized as one of America’s leading wildlife artists. www.sandyscott.com
Sandy Scott
Sandy Scott's many awards include a Gold Medal for sculpture from the National Academy of Western Art. The Gilcrease Museum honored Scott with a retrospective and her work is seen in public collections such as the Clinton Library. She regularly participates in Pix de West, Autry, Northwest Rendezvous, Cheyenne Frontier Days Museum Show, and the National Wildlife Museum Fall Exhibition. Sandy's work is the subject of "Spirit of the Wild Things: The Art of Sandy Scott"