Figure In Clay, The - Contemporary Sculpting Techniques By Master Artists

Nine master artists present their personal approaches to sculptingthe human figure in a spectacular volume thats technicallyilluminating and visually inspirational. The outstanding examplesrange from representational to abstract, diminutive to heroic. NanSmith uses mold-making techniques and precise slab construction;Akio Takamori coil-builds a figure inspired by a Velsquez painting;and Christyl Boger creates a lavishly decorated, classically formalfigurine. Each featured sculptor discusses the unique attractionsand challenges of his or her method; detailed colour photographsfollow the artwork as it takes shape. Noted ceramics writer Glen R.Brown provides an insightful introduction.