Sculpting the Hand in Clay

Two-Day Ceramics Workshop

In this hands-on ceramics workshop, students will learn how to sculpt a life-sized representation of their own hand using clay. Working from direct observation, participants will explore the structure, proportions, and gestures of the hand while developing fundamental hand-building and sculpting techniques.

We will begin with pinching and coiling methods to construct the palm and establish the overall form and position of the hand. Students will then learn how to build and articulate each finger, creating a balanced and proportionate sculpture. Through guided demonstrations and individual instruction, we will explore techniques for refining, smoothing, and adding surface detail to bring each hand to life.