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Step into the world of professional character creation with film industry FX Artist & Instructor Dallas Harvey in this intensive 5-week sculpting course designed for beginners and emerging artists. Whether you're drawn to realistic portraiture or creature design, this hands-on program will guide you through the full process of building a detailed clay bust from the ground up.
You won’t just learn sculpting — you’ll learn how to think like a character designer.
What You’ll Learn
- Concept design & character development
- Building professional armatures for bust sculpture
- Blocking out accurate proportions and structure
- Realistic facial anatomy (human + creature variations)
- Sculpting features: eyes, nose, mouth, ears
- Creating skin texture, wrinkles, pores & hair detail
- Refinement, finishing & presentation techniques
Create an original character. Build real skills. Bring your ideas to life in clay.
Throughout the course, you’ll create a fully original character or creature bust — guided step-by-step through professional sculpting methods.
Each class builds on the last, ensuring you leave with a finished, portfolio-ready sculpture that reflects your personal style.
Week 1 — Concept Design & Armature Building
Lay the foundation for your sculpture.
- Introduction to tools, materials & workflow
- Sketching and developing your original character or creature
- Building a strong, custom armature to support your bust
- Begin constructing your sculpture base
Week 2 — Blocking Out & Core Structure
- Start bringing your character into form.
- Using sculpting tools effectively
- Blocking out primary shapes and proportions
- Establishing silhouette and structure
- Introduction to facial anatomy and key landmarks
Week 3 — Refining Features & Anatomy
- Bring realism and structure to your work.
- Sculpting eyes, nose, mouth, and ears
- Understanding facial muscles and form transitions
- Enhancing realism with anatomical accuracy
- One-on-one feedback and critique
Week 4 — Texture & Fine Detail
- Add life, character, and realism.
- Creating skin textures, wrinkles, pores, and surface detail
- Sculpting hair and fine features
- Adjusting proportions and enhancing expression
- Surface refinement and polishing techniques
Week 5 — Final Details & Presentation
- Final sculpting adjustments and detailing
- Cleaning, refining, and preparing your piece for display
- Instructor feedback and final critique
Who This Course Is For
- Beginners with no prior sculpting experience
- Artists looking to break into film, FX, or creature design
- Creators interested in collectibles, masks, or character work
- Anyone wanting to bring their imagination into physical form
Step into the world of professional character creation with film industry FX Artist & Instructor Dallas Harvey in this intensive 5-week sculpting course designed for beginners and emerging artists. Whether you're drawn to realistic portraiture or creature design, this hands-on program will guide you through the full process of building a detailed clay bust from the ground up.
You won’t just learn sculpting — you’ll learn how to think like a character designer.
What You’ll Learn
- Concept design & character development
- Building professional armatures for bust sculpture
- Blocking out accurate proportions and structure
- Realistic facial anatomy (human + creature variations)
- Sculpting features: eyes, nose, mouth, ears
- Creating skin texture, wrinkles, pores & hair detail
- Refinement, finishing & presentation techniques
Create an original character. Build real skills. Bring your ideas to life in clay.
Throughout the course, you’ll create a fully original character or creature bust — guided step-by-step through professional sculpting methods.
Each class builds on the last, ensuring you leave with a finished, portfolio-ready sculpture that reflects your personal style.
Week 1 — Concept Design & Armature Building
Lay the foundation for your sculpture.
- Introduction to tools, materials & workflow
- Sketching and developing your original character or creature
- Building a strong, custom armature to support your bust
- Begin constructing your sculpture base
Week 2 — Blocking Out & Core Structure
- Start bringing your character into form.
- Using sculpting tools effectively
- Blocking out primary shapes and proportions
- Establishing silhouette and structure
- Introduction to facial anatomy and key landmarks
Week 3 — Refining Features & Anatomy
- Bring realism and structure to your work.
- Sculpting eyes, nose, mouth, and ears
- Understanding facial muscles and form transitions
- Enhancing realism with anatomical accuracy
- One-on-one feedback and critique
Week 4 — Texture & Fine Detail
- Add life, character, and realism.
- Creating skin textures, wrinkles, pores, and surface detail
- Sculpting hair and fine features
- Adjusting proportions and enhancing expression
- Surface refinement and polishing techniques
Week 5 — Final Details & Presentation
- Final sculpting adjustments and detailing
- Cleaning, refining, and preparing your piece for display
- Instructor feedback and final critique
Who This Course Is For
- Beginners with no prior sculpting experience
- Artists looking to break into film, FX, or creature design
- Creators interested in collectibles, masks, or character work
- Anyone wanting to bring their imagination into physical form