Begin by examining the overall body shape with discussion on composition.

Construction starts on the hollow clay form focusing the eye on simplification of shape, support structures, adhesion and compression of the clay. Demonstrations will be given on the following elements:

• Skin, scales, folds and feathers
• Texture and Pattern
• Muscular definition
• Tentacles
• Hair, eyes and ears

Surface finishing techniques and ideas for bases.

Participants will be able to make their own animal (no bigger than 12 “) and should bring imagery of the subject they would like to create front, back, profile and close up of the face.