by Giles Ward | Jul 31, 2023 | News
We are here for the journey: Learning the art of realist sculpture can be an inspirational journey for life. Even those with no experience can join us on the road to developing the specialist skills needed to create beautifully realistic figure and animal sculptures...
by Giles Ward | Jul 14, 2023 | News
If you’ve ever fancied trying clay sculpting but haven’t been sure where to begin, our ‘Taste of Sculpture’ days are perfect for you. Under the guidance of master sculptor Andrew Sinclair MRSS SWAc you will spend a day learning all about realistic sculpture. This...
by Giles Ward | Jun 30, 2023 | News
We love to hear what our students think of the courses we run. We work hard to ensure that we are delivering inspiration and information in equal parts to help students of all levels develop their skills. Every now and then a student gives us feedback that makes us...
by Giles Ward | May 25, 2023 | News
It is four years since we unveiled Andrew’s memorial to the Duke of Wellington’s Regiment in Halifax Town Centre. It was a spectacular occasion, one of Andrew’s proudest moments. Joyful pageantry and military precision created the perfect scenario to present this...
by Giles Ward | May 11, 2023 | News
SCULPT A REALISTIC HUMAN FIGURE Online Course A Legacy of Learning At the country’s leading centre for realist sculpture we are passionate about sharing the art of realistic human and animal sculpture. Andrew Sinclair MRSS SWAc has spent a lifetime developing the...
by Giles Ward | Apr 4, 2023 | News
SPECIES An Exhibition of Sculpture by Alumni of The Sculpture School Monday 24th April – 1st May 2023, 10.00am – 4.00pm “The Sculpture School’s 2023 alumni show features the exceptional works of their most talented students” Admission FREE. Sculptures...
by Giles Ward | Jan 25, 2023 | News
Andrew was recently invited to comment in The Telegraph on news that in Ukraine hundreds of sculptures and statues with links to Russian history are being removed: “The Ukrainian culture warriors tearing Russian statues down” In the wake of Russia’s invasion, dozens...
by Giles Ward | Nov 30, 2022 | News
We need your help. We are thinking of setting up a regular streamed video podcast straight from The Sculpture School. Does this sound like something you might be interested in? Then we would love it if you would take a moment to fill in our short questionnaire. Andrew...
by Giles Ward | Nov 25, 2022 | News
Great realist sculpture begins with a true understanding of the human anatomy. Whilst painters might often work ‘from the eye’, sculptors need to understand how the figure works in the round: Not only what happens on the surface, but what is happening under the skin...
by Giles Ward | Nov 1, 2022 | News
The South West Academy Open Exhibition 2022 Kennaway House, Sidmouth EX10 8NG Tuesday 1st – Saturday 12th November 10.30am – 4.30pm PRIVATE VIEW: Thursday 3rd November 6.30pm – 8.30pm This year both Andrew and Diane will be exhibiting at The South West Academy...
by Giles Ward | Oct 31, 2022 | News
The online world is full of reviews: Five stars for this; one rotten tomato for that. Sometimes it’s difficult to decide how genuine these reviews are. Which is why, when you get heart-felt feedback for the work you do it means so, so much. This is what one of the...
by Giles Ward | Oct 7, 2022 | News
Welcome to The Sculpture School’s One Year Realist Sculpture Course Hidden amongst the rolling hills of the beautiful Devon countryside is a sculptor’s studio and school delivering something truly unique – the ONLY course that takes budding sculptors from amateur...
by Giles Ward | Sep 21, 2022 | News
We were delighted to welcome International Executive Pastry Chef Consultant, Martin Chiffers and Executive Pastry Chef, Michael Kwan from The Dorchester Hotel London to the studio last week. Both are multiple award-winning masters in their field and, as part of The UK...
by Giles Ward | Sep 15, 2022 | News
A number of years ago Andrew Sinclair MRSS SWAc was asked by Ascot Racecourse to create a bas-relief sculpture of HM Queen Elizabeth II, along with those of all the monarchs who have reigned since the racecourse was founded. Following her death, the bas relief will...
by Giles Ward | Jul 13, 2022 | News
We are proud to announce that Andrew has recently been awarded ‘The Halifax Civic Trust Award’ for his stunning memorial sculpture commemorating The Duke of Wellington’s Regiment. This powerful and arresting sculpture was commissioned to commemorate over 300 years of...
by Giles Ward | Jun 20, 2022 | News
Developing your sculptor’s skills can be a long, but incredibly rewarding, journey. One of the most important techniques to develop is the replication of those features that make a human figure appear truly realistic. Hands and feet, in particular, have been a...
by Giles Ward | Jun 20, 2022 | News
We can’t quite believe it is 8 years this week since we re-located our studio and sculpture school to beautiful Devon. We are so grateful to have found our little bit of Devon heaven. We arrived to a stable containing goats and grounds of 3 paddocks! Work...
by Giles Ward | May 9, 2022 | News
This could be the start of your sculpture journey! Learning the art of realist sculpture can be an inspirational journey for life. Even those with no experience can go on this journey with us, developing the skills you need to create truly realistic figure and animal...
by The Sculpture School | Apr 20, 2022
Have you ever wondered why amateur sculptures look odd, it’s often because the artist hasn’t learned their anatomy, the general ‘rules of thumb’, or the principles of design that make these human features realistic. The Sculpture School’s unique approach such as the...
by The Sculpture School | Mar 31, 2022
This three day moulding and casting workshop is designed to teach you the essential skills of moulding and casting using current industry methods. This 3 day workshop will be led by our experienced moulding & casting technician, Ross Andrew, giving you first hand...
by Giles Ward | Mar 29, 2022 | News
Our One Year Students’ end-of-year show has now opened and we are delighted to say it is getting quite some attention. South West BBC featured the exhibition on their Spotlight Show. You can watch it here (scroll to 20 minutes in): BBC SPOTLIGHT The BBC has also...
by Giles Ward | Feb 18, 2022 | News
GRADUATE SHOW 2022 28th March – 2nd April, 10.00am – 4.00pm We are excited to announce the inaugural Graduate Sculpture Show, starting on Monday 28th March. This is our One Year Students’ first opportunity to show their work and curate their own...
by Giles Ward | Feb 7, 2022 | News
We love what we do. It is an honour to be able to pass on our passion for realist sculpture to students and guests. So, it is fantastic when we hear back from students who have been with us. This is what Nick, who took our Portrait Sculpture course this January, had...
by The Sculpture School | Jan 5, 2022
This four-day workshop is designed for you to learn about bronze casting using the lost wax process using ceramic shell. Bronze casting expert David Snoo Wilson will be bringing his ‘Travelling Foundry’ to the school along with his knowledge and expertise...
by The Sculpture School | Jan 5, 2022
This three day moulding and casting workshop is designed to teach you the essential skills of moulding and casting using current industry methods. This 3 day workshop will be led by our experienced moulding & casting technician, Ross Andrew, giving you first hand...
by The Sculpture School | Jan 5, 2022
This three day moulding and casting workshop is designed to teach you the essential skills of moulding and casting using current industry methods. This 3 day workshop will be led by our experienced moulding & casting technician, Ross Andrew, giving you first hand...
by Giles Ward | Dec 9, 2021 | News
“I couldn’t find tools I could rely on. So I designed my own.” World renowned realist figurative sculptor Andrew Sinclair MSS SWAc has brought together a complete range of professional sculpture tools all in one place. In response to a frustration at...
by The Sculpture School | Dec 1, 2021 | News
For the first time you can now take one of master sculptor Andrew Sinclair’s realist figurative courses from the comfort of your home. Due to much demand, The Sculpture School has launched ‘Sculpt a Realistic Human Figure’ Level 1, giving budding and seasoned...
by The Sculpture School | Sep 29, 2021 | News
Sculpt like a master. The first of a series of online courses putting Andrew Sinclair’s skills in your hands – from the comfort of your own home. Includes a ‘Starter Pack’ – all the tools you need to get started Tell us if you want to be amongst the first to...
by The Sculpture School | Aug 18, 2021 | News
We are delighted to be the proud owners of a new army of model Ecorche figures – designed by Andrew Sinclair MRSS SWAc – to be used by our 1 Year Students during an Ecorche sculpture workshop later this year. Unlike other Ecorche models, ours will allow... 