Course Overview

Sculpture

Making realistic portraits

Modules

5

Lessons

20

Course created by ruth shawel

Module 1

Anatomical Foundation and Armature Engineering

Mastering the underlying skeletal structures and building a robust internal support system for high-fidelity portraiture.

Module 2

Myology and the Mechanics of Expression

Exploring the facial musculature and how dynamic movements influence surface form and likeness.

Module 3

Mastering the Sensory Features

In-depth construction techniques for the eyes, nose, and ears to achieve a hyper-realistic appearance.

Module 4

Subcutaneous Form and Micro-Texture

Techniques for rendering skin tension, fat deposits, and fine surface details that simulate life.

Module 5

Likeness, Hair, and Final Characterization

Synthesizing individual characteristics to capture a specific likeness and managing the complexities of hair.