Clay Sculpture Workshop: Sculpting the Human Body

How to make a full body human sculpture with clay



6.5 hours

Class size 1 to 5 (public classes), 3 to 8
  $280 (Afterpay available)

Set up the support for the head.

Set Up the Support for the Head

Set up the support for the head by fixing a plumbing pipe onto a timber base. This will hold the head steady.


Form the base of the head.

Form the Base of the Head

Form a paper ball for the structure of the head by crumpling paper around the upper half of the pipe, starting from the top.


Secure the paper with masking tape.

Secure the Paper with Masking Tape

Wrap masking tape around the paper just enough to keep it in place.


Wrap the paper in clay.

Wrap the Paper in Clay

Cover the paper ball completely with clay, making a thick wall about 1 cm thick.


Round out the clay.

Round Out the Clay

Shape the clay into a round shape using a spatula.


Add the chin.

Add the Chin

Attach a piece of clay to the lower part of the face to form the chin.


Mark the face proportions and make the eye sockets.

Mark the Face Proportions and Make the Eye Sockets

Make a mark in the middle of the face and divide it roughly into three equal parts for guidance, then press in the eye sockets.


Shape features.

Shape Features

Add a nose and define the cheekbones.


Add more features.

Add More Features

With a tool make a line for the mouth and refine it, add the ears, and further define the nose and cheekbones.


Make the eyes.

Make the Eyes

Add a round shape into the eye sockets and blend it smoothly with the rest of the face, then create the eye line.


Finish up.

Finish Up

Smooth a bit and adjust the whole head until it feels complete.

Finally! Learn when to stop, and remember that learning takes practice—every step is progress. Appreciate what you have achieved, enjoy the process, and remember that imperfections make your sculpture unique.


Join us for a one-day figurative sculpture workshop in Melbourne!! Over the course of 1 inspiring session, you'll discover the art of figurative sculpting and make a full body sculpture to take home.
You will:
  • Learn how to create the basic structure for your sculpture
  • Explore basic anatomy, including muscles and proportions
  • Understand the influence of anatomy on body movement
  • Develop sculpting techniques for refining body features and expressions
This course is designed to cater to all skill levels, where you'll get personalised attention and ample opportunity for interaction with your teacher.
By the end of the course, you'll not only have gained a deeper understanding of anatomy and sculpture techniques but also have created a unique and expressive figurative sculpture to cherish.
Course details:
Spend a full day sculpting the human figure in clay — a creative, hands-on experience of form, movement, and expression in a welcoming and supportive atmosphere.
Only 5 spots per session.
The $280 price includes all materials
What you'll get
  • Personalised instruction during the workshop.
  • Access to sculpting trestles, clay and materials needed for the completion of the sculpture.
  • A fully finished clay full body sculpture made by the student.
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Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly.
What to bring
Just yourself!
Suitable for

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Location

136A Cromwell Street, Collingwood VIC

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Alexander Esenarro Santafe
Alexander Esenarro Santafe

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Esenarro is a skilled figurative sculptor known for his expertise in creating three-dimensional shapes. Currently residing in Melbourne, he brings over 20 years of experience to his craft. Esenarro's distinctive style is heavily influenced by the beauty and complexity of human anatomy.

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