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In its simplest form all you needs is clay and your hands to model it with. Larger sculptures may need the support of an internal wire framework or skeleton. Various tools can be used to shape and incise the clay. A kiln may also be required if the clay sculpture is to be fired or baked.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 14y agoKeep in mind there many types of clay you can use, this site suggests just one:
* How to Build Clay Sculptures | eHow.com
Polymer clay is a popular material formaking simple sculptures. ... Chances are thereâ??s an eHow member who knows how to do what youâ??re looking to do. ...
** http://www.ehow.com/how_2214536_build-clay-sculptures.htmlThere are three basic types of clay: Earthenware, Stoneware and Porcelain. Earthenware is porous and tends to be more groggy, it can be white or red. It will not hold water no mater how high it gets fired. Stoneware comes in several colors and styles, textures and it will hold water all by itself when fired to the recommended temperature. Porcelain is the closest to glass and will vitrify (hold water) and display some transparency when held to a bright light.
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∙ 16y agohere there are some videos which demostrate how do make things out of clay. check it out: http://www.sutree.com/videos/Pottery/317 Esti
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∙ 15y agoThis site will get you started:
* http://www.claysculpture.us/SculptureProcess/Basics.html
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When was the first clay sculpture made?
thousands
In sculpture what is a mixture of liquid clay and vinegar used in repairing clay artworks called?
Joining slip.
Is there clay you can use for a sculpture that doesn't need to be fired?
Yes! There's clay that you can put in the oven and some that you can just leave out to dry in the sun.
What is a 3dimensional art form?
mostly sculpture. this could be stone, ceramic (clay), or metal work.
Can you fire wire in a clay sculpture?
This depends on he melting temperature of the wire that you are using. It also depends on the firing temperature of the clay. If the melting temperature of the wire is higher than the firing temperature of the clay, then wire can be added to a clay piece.
What are the mediums in sculpture?
you can use vertually any mixed media for sculpture from metal to clay. you can use almost anything for a sculpture, the medium most used i clay.
What are the medium sculpture?
you can use vertually any mixed media for sculpture from metal to clay. you can use almost anything for a sculpture, the medium most used i clay.
When was the first clay sculpture made?
thousands
What is a good clay for making a sculpture?
Polymer Clay, yo. It's great. YEAH.
What can you make an Egyptian sculpture out of?
soap, clay, anything that you can transform.
A type of sculpture in which materials such as clay is shaped or formed?
modeling
In sculpture what is a mixture of liquid clay and vinegar used in repairing clay artworks called?
Joining slip.
Is a sculpture?
A sculpture is a three-dimensional form made from clay, stone, metal, and other material. Sculptures can be large or small and some are realistic.to sculpture something
Which material is most commonly used in sculpture?
Marble clay concrete...
What has the author Bruno Lucchesi written?
Bruno Lucchesi has written: 'Modeling the figure in clay' -- subject(s): Figure sculpture, Human figure in art, Modeling, Technique 'Terra Cotta the Technique of Fired Clay Sculpture'
What has the author Frank Eliscu written?
Frank Eliscu has written: 'Slate and soft stone sculpture' -- subject(s): Sculpture, Slate sculpture 'Slate and soft stone sculpture' -- subject(s): Sculpture, Slate sculpture 'Direct wax sculpture' -- subject(s): Wax-modeling 'Sculpture, Techniques in Clay, Wax, Slate' -- subject(s): Modeling, Sculpture, Technique
Is it safe to put metal wire - as support in a clay sculpture - in an oven?
It is safe, the only issue I have is that the metal is going to expand and the clay will shrink. This may cause cracks in the clay.
