Wakatipu Potters Group is seeking Expressions of Interest in a Weekday Workshop 24th and 25th February 2025 with Javier Murcia, renown Spanish sculptor, based in Wellington.

Follow the link for further information about the artist, Javier Murcia and his workshops.
https://www.javiermurcia.com/
http://www.workshopsculpting.com/

We propose a Head Studies Workshop - maximum of 10 students - fee for the 2 day workshop would be $545, plus clay. This workshop is suitable for beginners, artists looking to improve their skills, ceramists, hobbyists, and some professionals. Held at our Pottery Studio in Te Atamira, Queenstown, the environment is relaxed, with tested tasks to provide clear information for building the foundations step by step. At the end of the workshop, you can take your work home.

The tools and techniques Javier imparts have empowered numerous artists to enhance their confidence and proficiency, providing them with newfound assurance in their artistic endeavours.

About the workshop:
- Participants create a life-size head sculptures.
- We use fundamental techniques aimed at instilling a grasp of proportion and control over volumes.
- Principles of geometry, structure, and visual perception.
- Proportions, anatomy, and simplified facial sketching methods.
- Cultivating effective habits that promote overall artistic growth and development.

To express your interest, please head to our website here.