Philippe faraut is one of the best portrait sculptors alive and one of the best teachers of this art form. Provides exercises in modeling the bones and muscles of the head and shoulders, techniques for modeling individual features, methods for correcting common mistakes, stepbystep demonstrations for working in planes, and a special section on repairing a shattered sculpture. Sculpting books and supplies by philippe faraut online store. A rectangular piece of clay is positioned to create the 5. Portrait sculpting download ebook pdf, epub, tuebl, mobi. Planes and construction techniques in clay which was released in 20. Thats probably good, since sculpting is visual in nature. Planes and construction techniques in clay, by philippe faraut, charisse faraut.
Its a hard cover book with high quality, glossy pages. The photographs in the book are all grayscale and very high quality. Philippe faraut, french american portrait sculptor philippe faraut is a figurative artist specializing in life size portrait sculptures and monumental stone sculptures. Planes and construction techniques in clay, and more on. A complete and comprehensive book on modeling the portrait in clay. This book focuses on the modelling the portrait in clay. A coil of clay is applied on the top of the head and shaped to define the profile of the cranium. Sculptor, author and instructor philippe faraut is best known for his large body of portraiture created over the past twentyseven years in clay, wax, stone, porcelain and bronze.
Faraut s book series has been translated into several languages. Sculpting comic book style sculpting expression and fantasy characters wendy froud creating a faery figure creating a character figure shiflett brothers. Pcf studio figure sculpting volume 2 faraut book add to cart. Advanced analyses of the face sculpted in clay, and figure sculpting volume 1.
Excerpt from expressions chapter of mastering portraiture book by philippe faraut. Even if you have experience sculpting, there are many techniques that you will learn from this video to help your sculptures become much more realistic and natural looking. Discount prices on books by charisse faraut, including titles like mastering portraiture advanced analyses of the face sculpted in clay. I had just recently featured his other book figure sculpting. An avid traveler, philippes destinations have allowed him the opportunity to study the cultures of many countries in europe, asia, africa and the caribbean, thus influencing his work in portrait sculpting. Mastering portraiture advanced analyses of the face. Over 550 photographs of sixtyfive different sculptures and thirtyone illustrations are used to show a series of exercises organized in a progressive order.
Authorartist philippe faraut sculpts an art critic in waterbased clay from his book mastering portraiture. In their third book on modeling techniques in clay philippe and charisse faraut present. Portrait sculpting by philippe faraut, 9780975506509, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Over 550 photographs of sixtyfive different sculptures. See all books authored by philippe faraut, including mastering portraiture. This book is probably less useful to digital this is an excellent book on portrait sculpture with traditional mediums, such as water or oil based clay. Product description portrait sculpting faraut a complete and comprehensive book on modeling the portrait in clay.
Pcf studios is philippe and charisse faraut s company dedicated to providing unique instructional materials for sculptors and fine artists. Faraut, charisse and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Portrait sculpting faraut a complete and comprehensive book on modeling the portrait in clay. Romanian sculptor darius hulea creates incredible wire sculpture portraits that are a new twist on classical portrait. Sculpting books and supplies by philippe faraut online. I would definitely recommend this product to beginning and advanced portrait artists. Over 550 photographs of sixtyfive different sculptures are used to show a series of exercises organized in a progressive manner. Portrait sculpture by philippe faraut the absolute. An avid traveler, philippes destinations have allowed him the opportunity to study the cultures of many countries in europe, asia, africa and the caribbean, thus influencing his work in portraiture. From his extensive research of the human face he developed a technique of modeling the portrait that he shares with his sculpting students during his numerous sculpting classes and seminars taught throughout the us. Philippe faraut books list of books by author philippe. Philippe faraut is the author of portrait sculpting 4. His media of choice are waterbased clay and marble.
This first edition publication is a comprehensive book on modeling the portrait in clay. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Designed for the advanced artist, this text utilizes nearly 600 photographs including 64 fullpage images to analyze the requirements for capturing a likeness. Mastering portraiture by philippe and charisse faraut. Planes and construction techniques in clay, by philippe faraut, charisse faraut, you might really feel so pleased. Philippe faraut philippe faraut, portrait sculptor. There was nothing that i disliked about it, it was very informative and i learned a lot about portrait sculpting, i then applied those techniques to the clay portraits that i created in my portrait class. With over 550 photographs this book features a progressive series of exercises, from anatomical modelling of muscle structure through to finishing details such as hair and skin texture. However, rather than other individuals feels you need to instil in yourself. Mastering portraiture faraut book the compleat sculptor. The art of sculpting with philippe faraut volume 2. His book and dvd series in additional to his instructional materials focusing on the fine art of modeling classical busts and figures in clay are used throughout the world. There are tremendous differences between skulls, depending on gender, age and race.
The clay is then pulled back on each side to form the volume of the forehead. Portrait sculpture gallery pcf studios philippe faraut. I had just recently featured his other book figure sculpting volume 1. It seems that this is one of the earlier books put out by philippe faraut in 2004. From his extensive research of the human face he developed a technique of modeling the portrait that he shares with his sculpting students during his numerous sculpting. This official page is for people who have an interest in the most recent sculpture projects, instruction and sculpting tools by philippe faraut. Full figure portrait sculpting by philippe faraut this catches the essence of her demeanor and the costume of that day. Auto suggestions are available once you type at least 3 letters. Philippe faraut is a figurative artist specializing in lifesize portrait sculptures and monumental stone sculptures. Regardless of the gender, race or age of philippes subject matter, he studies the emotions and develops the most minute details that transform a piece from a basic portrait study to a universal commentary on the human spirit.
Portrait sculpting 2book set pcf studios philippe faraut. Philippe has created a set of sculpting supplies, an instructional sculpting video series and two sculpting books detailing his process for portraiture in clay. Jun, 2007 authorartist philippe faraut sculpts a man. His work reminds me of neoclassical sculptures by canova mixed with the clayformed qualities of rodin and degas. Jul 27, 2015 it seems that this is one of the earlier books put out by philippe faraut in 2004. In this second volume of his dvd instructional series, portrait sculpting. Beginning figure sculpting dvd watch adam reeder teach you stepbystep how to sculpt the human figure in clay. After establishing residence in the united states, he developed an interest in modeling the head in clay. Designed for the advanced artist, this text utilizes nearly 600 photographs including 64 fullpage images to analyze the requirements for. Portrait sculpting anatomy and expressions in clay.
Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Charisse faraut books list of books by charisse faraut. This book is simply crammed with wonderful information and gorgeous examples of farauts work. Philippe faraut portrait sculpture, figurative sculpture. Sep 24, 2015 image samples from philippe farauts first stepbystep book on how to model the head in waterbased clay. Planes and construction techniques in clay, by philippe faraut, charisse faraut publication as the appropriate requirement is kind of good lucks to have. Includes individual sections on facial features and the mechanics of expression. This book, portrait sculpting by philippe faraut is the first of 3 books by him that are the core of my sculpture collection. Pcf studios is philippe and charisse farauts company dedicated to providing unique instructional materials for sculptors and fine artists. Philippe faraut, who is teaching a sculpture workshop at gca this summer, has a new book available called mastering portraiture. Artists in fields such as illustration, sculpture, forensic reconstruction, art education and film and theater utilize his three. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. Advanced analyses of the face sculpted pcf studios. Its hard to come up with words to describe how good this book is.
Metal sculpture artists steel sculpture sculptures sur fil wire sculptures statue ange welding art projects metal projects metal welding arc welding. It leans toward being imageheavy, and a little light on text. Oil painting portrait demonstration by leng jun artist duration. Since it will leave you wanting to see more of his work, i recommend also visiting the gallery on his website. The frontalis, orbicularis oculi and eyeball are placed. All sculpting tools and art reference casts are designed and made locally at their honeoye sculpture studio. Expressions and facial construction in this volume which covers individual features of different expressions, philippe demonstrates rapid exercises in waterbased clay that are useful for developing sculpting skills, including how to recognize volumes specific to different ages, genders, and. Philippe faraut is a french sculptor who works in terracotta, stone and bronze to capture the features of the human face. May 28, 2012 philippe faraut is a figurative artist specializing in lifesize portrait sculptures and monumental stone sculptures.
In their third book on modeling techniques in clay philippe and charisse faraut present a comprehensive approach to the complex subject of the human figure. This book is simply crammed with wonderful information and gorgeous examples of faraut s work. Philippe faraut is an exceptional sculptor, a fine artist and an excellent teacher. In order to fire a sculpture in waterbased clay, any type of rigid armature embedded in it needs to be removed because as the clay retracts during. Click download or read online button to get portrait sculpting book now. The book explains, stepbystep, how to handle each aspect of sculpting the human face with clay. This guy is already an amazing sculptor more than 10 years ago. Philippe faraut books list of books by author philippe faraut. With over 550 photographs this book features a progressive series of exercises. This is an excellent book on portrait sculpture with traditional mediums, such as water or oil based clay. Sculpting an expression from normal to crazy additional technical info for clay, tools and books. This portrait sculpting 2book set by philippe faraut includes book 1. In this followup book to his first volume portrait sculpting.