Proko 3DThank you to DaVinci Eye for sponsoring this episode. Check out their app - davincieyeapp.com
In this lesson, we’ll discuss the various methods you can use to check the accuracy of your portrait sculpture. It’s very important to keep accuracy in mind during the entire portrait sculpting process and it’s a good idea to use a variety of methods to keep your portrait looking good. Some of the methods we’ll cover include using your smartphone, measuring with calipers, getting feedback from others, using a mirror to identify distortions, changing your lighting, and checking the sculpture from extreme angles.
If you enjoy this lesson consider going premium. The full portrait sculpting course offers more in-depth instruction on using measurements, triangulating measurements in space, and scaling the sculpture up or down. Learn more at proko.com/portraitsculpt
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
9 Ways to Stay Accurate While SculptingProko 3D2023-07-19 | Thank you to DaVinci Eye for sponsoring this episode. Check out their app - davincieyeapp.com
In this lesson, we’ll discuss the various methods you can use to check the accuracy of your portrait sculpture. It’s very important to keep accuracy in mind during the entire portrait sculpting process and it’s a good idea to use a variety of methods to keep your portrait looking good. Some of the methods we’ll cover include using your smartphone, measuring with calipers, getting feedback from others, using a mirror to identify distortions, changing your lighting, and checking the sculpture from extreme angles.
If you enjoy this lesson consider going premium. The full portrait sculpting course offers more in-depth instruction on using measurements, triangulating measurements in space, and scaling the sculpture up or down. Learn more at proko.com/portraitsculpt
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Model images courtesy of pixabay.comMale vs Female Hand Anatomy for SculptorsProko 3D2024-09-11 | Let's explore the variations in hand sculpting techniques across different genders.
Men's hands are generally larger, more robust, with pronounced bone structure, visible veins, and thicker skin, while women's hands are more slender, graceful, with softer transitions and finer lines. Pay attention to the proportions, joint definition, veins, tendons, nails, and overall musculature to accurately depict masculine or feminine hands.
If you like this lesson and want to learn more about sculpting the hands, consider joining the premium course! - proko.com/handsculpt
ASSIGNMENT:
Decide which gender you are less familiar with, when it comes to sculpting hands. That's the gender you are going to be sculpting!
Sculpt a hand paying close attention to the specific differences highlighted in this lesson, such as proportions, bone structure, and the overall appearance of the skin and nails. Aim to exaggerate these characteristics to emphasize the masculine or feminine qualities of the hand you're sculpting.
Don't forget to share your work on Proko! - proko.com/827
CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro 00:15 - Proportion 00:39 - Bone Structure 00:54 - Veins 01:19 - Fingernails 01:54 - Appearance 02:43 - Skin 03:08 - Musculature 03:28 - Recap 03:43 - Apply this to Sculpting 04:19 - Assignment 04:45 - Outro
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Model images courtesy of pixabay.comHow to Sculpt Hands of ANY AgeProko 3D2024-08-28 | Learn how hands change from infancy to old age, focusing on their proportions, shapes, and textures at each stage of development. Baby hands are tiny, chubby, and soft with conical fingers and dimples at the knuckles. As children grow, their hands elongate, lose baby fat, and fingers become more cylindrical. Adolescent hands grow rapidly, becoming more defined and slender. Teen hands resemble adult hands but vary with growth spurts. Adult hands are fully developed with prominent musculature and bony features. In old age, hands may shrink, with more visible veins, tendons, and bones.
If you like this lesson and want to learn more about sculpting the hands, consider joining the premium course! - proko.com/handsculpt
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Model images courtesy of pixabay.com5 Hand Rhythms Every Sculptor Should KnowProko 3D2024-08-14 | Understanding the rhythms and gestures of the hand is crucial for creating natural and dynamic hand sculptures. Focus on five key rhythms: the knuckles' arcs, the palm's curve, the fingers' inward curve, the side view of fingers and thumb, and the middle-pinky-thumb method. These rhythms help you capture the fluidity and structure of the hand, making your sculptures more lifelike and expressive.
If you like this lesson and want to learn more about sculpting the hands, consider joining the premium course! - proko.com/handsculpt
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Model images courtesy of pixabay.com10 Tips for Sculpting VeinsProko 3D2024-07-10 | Andrew Joseph Keith shares 10 tips for sculpting realistic veins in clay hands. These techniques help create lifelike veins that will enhance the realism of your hand sculptures.
If you like this lesson and want to learn more about sculpting the hands, consider joining the premium course! - proko.com/handsculpt
CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro 00:25 - Tip 1 - Understand the Anatomy 01:36 - Tip 2 - Use Reference 02:13 - Tip 3 - Start with a Smooth Surface 03:10 - Tip 4 - Sketch/Draw Veins First 03:36 - Tip 5 - Sculpt Gradually with Small Pieces of Clay 04:34 - Tip 6 - Blend Edges Smoothly 05:12 - Tip 7 - Vary Thickness & Depth 06:08 - Tip 8 - Add Details 06:40 - Tip 9 - Change Lighting 07:20 - Tip 10 - Step Back & Final Adjustments 07:38 - Outro
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Model images courtesy of pixabay.comThe Bones of the Hand for SculptorsProko 3D2024-06-12 | In this lesson, Andrew Joseph Keith teaches you about the bones of the hand, shows you how to sculpt them, and sets you up with an assignment to help you practice.
ASSIGNMENT: Create a life-size clay sculpture of the hand bones to enhance understanding of hand anatomy. Don’t forget to share your work! - proko.com/806
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Model images courtesy of pixabay.comHow to Make a Wire Armature for the HandProko 3D2024-05-29 | To create a life-size wire armature for a hand you just need a few simple materials like aluminum wire, pliers, and wire cutters. While making this armature, you'll also learn the importance of accurate twisting and bending techniques to replicate the anatomical features of the hand, such as knuckles and finger lengths. To further enhance the armature's functionality use additional wire wrapping to provide a better structure for clay adherence.
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Model images courtesy of pixabay.comSimplifying Hand SculpturesProko 3D2024-05-17 | Learn more on how to sculpt hands in the premium course - proko.com/handsculpt
To create quick hand gesture studies in clay it's a good idea to use the "middles, pinky, & thumb" technique. Start by sculpting the forearm and the middle three fingers as a simplified, stretched teardrop shape. Next, add the thumb and pinky using basic shapes—a flattened drumstick for the thumb and a bowling pin for the pinky. Finally, block out the fingers, indicating knuckles and padding. Aim for simplicity and complete each study in about 20-30 minutes.
ASSIGNMENT: Create 3 gesture studies using this method and post them in the course - proko.com/798
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Model images courtesy of pixabay.comHow to Sculpt Hands (LIVESTREAM)Proko 3D2024-05-16 | Andrew will be sculpting a hand, showing you the steps on how he'd complete the sculpt while taking questions about it and his new course on Proko - proko.com/course/sculpting-the-hands/overview
If you enjoyed this stream be sure to like, subscribe and hit the notification bell to get updates on new content that comes out on the channel.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTVSculpt Better Hands with These 5 TipsProko 3D2024-05-03 | If you like this lesson and want to learn more about sculpting the hands, check out Andrew’s brand new mini course on presale now! - proko.com/handsculpt
In this lesson, Andrew goes over 5 tips that will help you to sculpt better hands and introduces you to his brand new mini course on hand sculpting!
In the course, Andrew dives into anatomy, form, and expression, focusing on proportions, wire armatures, and the finer details like wrinkles. You'll learn about the bones, muscles, and how to infuse your sculptures with emotion. You'll explore different hand poses and the effects of age and gender. By the end, you'll be able to sculpt hands confidently, boosting your sculpting abilities.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro 00:19 - Hand Sculpting Mini Course 02:22 - Tip 1 - Use Your Hands for Reference 03:35 - Tip 2 - Simple Shapes & Basic Forms 04:21 - Tip 3 - Focus on Proportions 05:15 - Tip 4 - Add Details Gradually 05:38 - Tip 5 - Study Anatomy 06:30 - Outro
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Model images courtesy of pixabay.comSculpting Alchemy! Add THIS to Your ClayProko 3D2024-02-15 | Learn a budget-friendly way to turn dollar store clay into a more premium clay. This lesson walks you through the materials needed, the process of mixing beeswax into the clay, and the resulting clay's properties and sculpting capabilities.
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
In this lesson, we’ll focus on mixing muted colors with affordable clay from the dollar store. You’ll see how you can create subtle hues that will enhance your sculptures. We’ll also cover blending clay colors, showing why softer tones are sometimes better than bright ones and we’ll also look at the benefits of non-drying modeling clay. Expect some hands-on practice with color combos to achieve cool shades like dark tan and greenish-gray.
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Model images courtesy of pixabay.comSculpting Santa Claus: A Wax GuideProko 3D2023-12-13 | In this video, Andrew Joseph Keith walks you through the entire process for sculpting a playful Santa Claus figure using microcrystalline wax. Beginning with the wire armature, bulking it up with aluminum foil, and then shaping Santa with layers of wax. Paying extra attention to nailing Santa's chubby look, starting with thin layers and gradually adding more. He explains why this wax is great for sculpting by hand, thanks to its unique texture and even shows how to use chamois leather for Santa's bag.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro 00:27 - Materials & References 01:19 - Building Out the Armature 01:48 - Adding Wax 04:01 - Sculpting Mittens 04:56 - Sculpting the Face 05:26 - Making Santa’s Bag 06:33 - Outro
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Model images courtesy of pixabay.com10 Tips for Sculpting Facial ExpressionsProko 3D2023-11-29 | In this lesson, Andrew Joseph Keith talks about sculpting facial expressions in clay and gives you 10 tips to nail it. He points out how important it is to get anatomy right, use references, and pay extra attention to features like the eyes and mouth. He also talks about things like playing around with textures, keeping proportions in check, and looking at how things blend together.
Want more? Well there’s plenty of premium content available in the full course so check it out - proko.com/portraitsculpt
CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro 00:23 - Tip 1: Facial Anatomy of the Skull 00:59 - Tip 2: References 01:21 - Tip 3: Solid Fondation 01:54 - Tip 4: Focus on the Eyes 02:28 - Tip 5: Mouth & Lips 03:11 - Tip 6: Texture 03:41 - Tip 7: Proportions 04:12 - Tip 8: Transitions 04:46 - Tip 9: Use a Mirror 05:11 - Tip 10: Make the Expression You’re Sculpting 06:13 - Assignment 06:20 - Outro
ASSIGNMENT:
Add some emotion to a portrait sculpture! You can either start from scratch with a new sculpture or tweak an existing one to give it more character. Make sure to submit your work to the Proko community for a chance to be featured in the critique! - proko.com/771
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Model images courtesy of pixabay.comHow to Sculpt a Man or Woman - 10 Key Anatomical DifferencesProko 3D2023-11-08 | Sculptor Andrew Joseph Keith reveals 10 key differences between male and female skulls that will help you sculpt more masculine or feminine faces. In this lesson, you’ll see how bone structure affects the side profile, jaws, chins, cheeks, and other features of the face. Once you understand these anatomical differences you’ll be able to exaggerate and enhance gender differences through sculpting more angular versus rounded shapes.
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Model images courtesy of pixabay.comHow to Make Reusable Molds (CHEAP)Proko 3D2023-11-01 | Learn an easy DIY budget-friendly process for making reusable molds from clay sculptures! Sculptor Andrew Keith lays out the supplies needed for it like silicone caulk, clay, plaster, and cloth. Then he walks through each step of the mold making process including applying thin silicone layers for detail, adding cloth strips for strength, constructing a burlap plaster mother mold, carefully separating the mold halves, cleaning up the pieces, and finally casting to reveal the finished plaster copy.
00:00 - Intro 00:10 - Supplies 00:38 - Detail Layer 01:15 - Building the Seam 02:10 - Working on the Back 04:14 - Adding the “Key” 05:48 - Working on the Front 07:05 - Making the “Mother Mold” 09:34 - Casting 10:40 - Outro
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Model images courtesy of pixabay.comSculpting From ImaginationProko 3D2023-10-11 | Ready to take your portrait sculpting to the next level? In this lesson, Andrew Joseph Keith sculpts a portrait solely from imagination, emphasizing the importance of understanding skull anatomy and nuances that bring lifelike realism.
Andrew takes you through the steps of establishing the side profile, laying in the underlying skull structure, and then building up the anatomy and facial features. This exercise helps develop your knowledge of facial anatomy and ability to invent believable characters.
Want more? Well there’s plenty of premium content available in full course! - proko.com/portraitsculpt
00:00 - Intro 00:11 - Getting Started 00:38 - Block In 00:49 - Side Profile 01:26 - Bony Structures 02:15 - Front View 03:11 - Secondary Forms & Anatomy 06:36 - Checking Your Work 06:49 - Details 07:02 - Outro
ASSIGNMENT:
Grab some clay and use your imagination to create a unique portrait sculpture without using any references. Be sure to submit the assignment so that you can get feedback from the community and have a chance to be featured in the critique video. - proko.com/759
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Model images courtesy of pixabay.comCapturing Likeness - Celebrity SculpturesProko 3D2023-09-21 | In this lesson, Andrew steps out of his comfort zone and takes on the challenge of sculpting a portrait of Scarlett Johansson, the iconic Black Widow from the Avengers.
Andrew explains key techniques like starting with plenty of references, blocking in basic shapes, carefully developing features, and explains that even if your sculpture doesn’t turn out perfect, the important thing is to continue working on your craft.
Want more? Well there’s plenty of premium content available in full course so check it out - proko.com/portraitsculpt
ASSIGNMENT:
It’s time to give it a try for yourself! So go find some reference photos of your favorite celebrity and give it a shot! You can choose whoever you want to sculpt as long as you can find plenty of visual references of them.
Don’t forget to submit your assignment and consider giving some feedback on other people's sculptures who have submitted for this assignment or past assignments - proko.com/754
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Model images courtesy of pixabay.com10 Most Common Portrait Sculpting MistakesProko 3D2023-08-31 | Check out the premium course to learn more about the do’s and don’ts of portrait sculpting - proko.com/portraitsculpt
In this lesson, Andrew reveals the many mistakes he made while sculpting his life-size self-portrait.
From messing up the block-in to getting the angles wrong, sculpting portraits can be tricky, but you can avoid frustration by learning from his experience. He talks about his sculpting fails and gives tips on how to avoid common beginner pitfalls. You'll learn the best practices he’s picked up over the years for taking proper reference photos, symmetrical block-in's, regularly checking proportions, and more.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro 00:31 - Mistake 1: Bad References 01:19 - Mistake 2: Bad "Block-In" 02:38 - Mistake 3: Didn't Measure 03:10 - Mistake 4: Not Starting Over 04:00 - Mistake 5: Sculpting from Different Angle as the Reference 04:41 - Mistake 6: Misplacing the Ears 05:30 - Mistake 7: Not Checking Often 06:39 - Mistake 8: Eyes Too Small 06:43 - Mistake 9: Armature Too Large 07:01 - Mistake 10: Not Observing Extreme Angles 08:32 - Outro
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Model images courtesy of pixabay.comEar Anatomy BasicsProko 3D2023-08-11 | Remember the forms of “?, y, u” and here’s how those forms translate into the anatomy of the ear 👂
Get a basic understanding of the anatomy of the ear. Full video: youtu.be/VMYPQwOqP8E
Or get the full portrait sculpting course at Proko.com/portraitsculptHow to Sculpt the Facial FeaturesProko 3D2023-08-02 | In this portrait sculpting demo, you’ll learn the process of establishing facial features like the mouth, nose, and cheekbones by adding small pieces of clay while frequently checking the likeness from all angles. I explain my process for paying attention to the direction of forms, maintaining symmetry as I build up the facial features, and how slowly developing the sculpture as a whole gets you closer to accurately capturing the likeness.
If you enjoy this lesson consider going premium. The full portrait sculpting course offers more in-depth instruction on each step of the portrait sculpting process. Learn more at proko.com/portraitsculpt
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Model images courtesy of pixabay.comHow To Make An Armature For Portrait SculptingProko 3D2023-05-24 | In this lesson we'll be tackling how to create a simple armature for your portrait sculptures! We'll be going over the materials you need and how to assemble it. Want more? There’s plenty of additional content available in the premium course so check it out - proko.com/portraitsculpt
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Model images courtesy of pixabay.comFrom Clay to Glory! Revealing the Winner of the Figure Sculpting ChallengeProko 3D2023-05-17 | Figure Sculpting Course - proko.com/sculpture
The first Proko figure sculpting competition is complete! Andrew went through a multi-stage process to judge the submissions, focusing on silhouette, documentation, lighting, proportions, gesture, flow, details, surface texture, face, hands, feet, and anatomy. In this video you’ll see the honorable mentions, third place, second place, and the winner of the competition. Thanks to all the participants of this challenge!
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Model images courtesy of pixabay.comHow to Sculpt a Portrait in 10 StepsProko 3D2023-05-03 | In this lesson you’ll learn 10 steps to making a successful portrait sculpture! We’ll cover various aspects of the portrait sculpting process from building an armature to capturing the likeness from different angles, and finalizing the sculpture’s details and texture. Consistent practice is important here, and it’s a good idea to modify some of these steps to fit your own workflow.
Want more? Well there’s plenty of premium content available in the full course so check it out - proko.com/portraitsculpt
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Model images courtesy of pixabay.comFigure Sculpting for Competition Day 5 (LIVESTREAM)Proko 3D2023-04-29 | Andrew will be sculpting a figure over several days to show you his steps on how he'd compete in the figure sculpting competition. This is day one of his sculpting process.
If you enjoyed this stream be sure to like, subscribe and hit the notification bell to get updates on new content that comes out on the channel.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTVFigure Sculpting for Competition Day 4 (LIVESTREAM)Proko 3D2023-04-28 | Andrew will be sculpting a figure over several days to show you his steps on how he'd compete in the figure sculpting competition. This is day one of his sculpting process.
If you enjoyed this stream be sure to like, subscribe and hit the notification bell to get updates on new content that comes out on the channel.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTVFigure Sculpting for Competition Day 3 (LIVESTREAM)Proko 3D2023-04-27 | Andrew will be sculpting a figure over several days to show you his steps on how he'd compete in the figure sculpting competition. This is day one of his sculpting process.
If you enjoyed this stream be sure to like, subscribe and hit the notification bell to get updates on new content that comes out on the channel.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTVFigure Sculpting for Competition Day 2 (LIVESTREAM)Proko 3D2023-04-26 | Andrew will be sculpting a figure over several days to show you his steps on how he'd compete in the figure sculpting competition. This is day one of his sculpting process.
If you enjoyed this stream be sure to like, subscribe and hit the notification bell to get updates on new content that comes out on the channel.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTVFigure Sculpting for Competition Day 1 (LIVESTREAM)Proko 3D2023-04-25 | Andrew will be sculpting a figure over several days to show you his steps on how he'd compete in the figure sculpting competition. This is day one of his sculpting process.
If you enjoyed this stream be sure to like, subscribe and hit the notification bell to get updates on new content that comes out on the channel.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTVFigure Sculpting Final Thoughts - What You Learned and Whats NextProko 3D2023-04-19 | Continue your sculpting education by taking the premium course - proko.com/sculpture
We’ve reached the end of the figure sculpting course, but there’s still more for you to do! In this video we recap what was covered in the course, along with providing you with resources and further steps you can take to continue improving your sculpting skills.
We’re looking into even more sculpting courses for the future so be sure to subscribe and hit notifications so you never miss a new sculpting lesson.
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Model images courtesy of pixabay.comHow to Sculpt HairProko 3D2023-04-05 | When sculpting hair it’s important to think about it as clumps or chunks rather than individual strands. In this lesson, you’ll learn to focus on the volume and mass of the hair, and to start with primary forms before worrying about surface texture. We’ll discuss techniques such as blurring reference photos, using simplified head studies for practice, paying attention to the hairline, and making soft transitions between the head and hair. In the premium course we’ll cover hair anatomy and terminology, as well as techniques for sculpting different hairstyles. You can become a premiums student at proko.com/portraitsculpt
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
The figure sculpting course is wrapping up, but before it ends Andrew wants to offer a friendly competition to test your skills. He’s going to be offering prizes to the top 3 spots and everyone who participates will also be given a voucher courtesy of posespace.com. A huge thanks to the other sponsors participating in the contest. If you’re interested in participating remember to signup using the link above so Andrew can send you more details when it starts.
Special thanks to these sponsors of the competition
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Model images courtesy of pixabay.comHow to Sculpt the EarProko 3D2023-03-15 | Listen up! Artist Andrew Joseph Keith discusses the anatomy and simplified shapes of the ear and how you can sculpt it. He breaks down the different parts of the ear and shows how you can simplify them into easier shapes. He also provides tips on identifying and recognizing these forms when sculpting. Watch out for future lessons where he’ll demo how to sculpt the ear using this anatomy.
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
We’ve almost reached the end of the figure sculpting course and it's time to apply what we’ve learned to a final sculpture. Andrew Keith breaks down the 4 stages of the clay sculpting process and gives you valuable tips throughout each part of the sculpture he’s working on. By the end of the lesson you’ll see the final piece and gain an understanding of what’s needed to complete a larger and more detailed figure sculpture.
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Model images courtesy of pixabay.comHow to Sculpt the MouthProko 3D2023-02-15 | Get the premium portrait sculpting course - proko.com/s/SwbY
The lips can be super expressive and flexible with a lot of muscles that we use to make various expressions which makes it a very important feature to get right in portrait sculpting. In this lesson we’ll cover some of the basic anatomy of the lips and common pitfalls to avoid when sculpting them. There’s even an assignment for you to try that will help you practice sculpting this part of the face so pucker up and kiss those badly sculpted lips goodbye.
Assignment: Your assignment is to do a life size mouth study using yourself as a reference. You can submit your assignment under the lesson over at proko.com for a chance to get your work featured in upcoming critique videos for the course!
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Can you create a good mold of your sculptures at an affordable price? Yes, yes you can! In this lesson Andrew covers the materials needed to make a quality mold and the step by step process for making it. You’ll see how to apply the silicone to your sculpture and then the process of pulling the sculpt from the mold, and filling it with resin. If you enjoy this lesson and want the more in-depth one check out the premium course (link above).
Your assignment is to create a mold of a torso. If you don’t have one, sculpt one and then make a mold. We’d like to see what you come up with so make sure you post your work here - proko.com/712
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Model images courtesy of pixabay.com11 Exercises to Master SculptingProko 3D2023-01-11 | Get the masterclass on sculpting the figure - proko.com/sculpture
Can’t figure out what to sculpt? Struggling to find fun and interesting ways to improve your sculpting skills? Good, because in this lesson you’ll learn about 11 different sculpting exercises you can try that will help level up your sculptures. These exercises are designed to help you master fundamental sculpting techniques and can be compared to what athletes do in the gym to prepare for their sport. If you finish this video and want more, check out the premium course - proko.com/sculpture.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro 01:23 - Drapery/Object 02:50 - Changing Medium 04:53 - Changing Tools 06:07 - Digital Reference 07:09 - Sculpt with Master Studies 08:32 - Sculpt with 2D References 09:02 - Use Yourself as a Reference 10:04 - Flat Planes 10:30 - Practice in a Different Style 11:18 - Change Sculpting Speed 12:22 - Sculpt From Imagination
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
It’s time to learn how to sculpt a nose! I'll be covering the various shapes and structures that make up the nose, as well as the transition from the nose to the upper lip and cheekbones. You’ll also see the tools and techniques needed to create a realistic nose sculpture and you’ll learn the differences in nose shapes between men and women. So grab your clay and let's get started!
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
#art #sculpting #drawing #proko #shorts #sculpture5 Ways to Add Texture to your SculpturesProko 3D2022-11-23 | Premium Figure Sculpting Course - proko.com/sculpture
Texturing is the last stage of shaping the clay and you want to get it right. In this lesson, you’ll learn about the different ways you can modify the surface of your sculpture and the methods to give your sculpture certain effects.
5 Different Ways to Add Texture fingers, metal tools, mold, brushes, plastic wrap
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
The eyes are a part of your sculpture that you’ll want to immediately jump into, but before you start, it's important to understand the structure and the anatomy of them! In this lesson we’ll review the structure of eyes and how you can sculpt them for your portrait sculpts.
ASSIGNMENT:
Gather your tools, clay, and a 4”x 4” or larger backboard, and create a life-size or larger self-portrait eye study. You can submit your completed assignments at proko.com/689
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Which anatomical features are more important for portrait sculptors to understand: Fat pads or muscles? Andrew breaks down the importance of both and then reveals what he recommends you focus on studying. If you enroll in the premium course, Andrew dives deeper into the fat pads and muscles of the head so if you’re serious about portrait sculpting be sure to get the full course over at proko.com/portraitsculpt
You can submit your artworks that show what you’ve learned from the free or premium lessons by creating a free account at proko.com/portraitsculpt and posting a comment with images of your sculpture under the assignment video. Some student work will be featured in critique videos so if you want your work featured be sure to do the assignment and submit it.
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Model images courtesy of pixabay.comGet Faster at Sculpting Doing This ExerciseProko 3D2022-10-12 | If you want to take what you learn practicing with study boards even further, check out the sculpting course at proko.com/sculpture
Find out how to make and use study boards to practice everything from textures, to anatomy, bas relief, and facial features. Study boards are a great way to practice specific sculpting techniques or to improve your understanding of a subject without putting the time and resources into making multiple full sculptures.
ASSIGNMENT: Find or make a few study boards, and start practicing! You can use it to focus on practicing difficult subjects, make a bas relief of anatomy tracings, or any of the uses outlined in the lesson. Show us what you’re working on at proko.com/685
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
In this lesson you’ll learn to construct an armature, sculpt a block in using the Bodem method, and begin adding anatomically-informed indications to your portrait sculpture.
ASSIGNMENT:
Build a wire armature with a stand, fill the armature with newspaper to provide a block in and help you save clay and finish by sculpting your block in and adding high points and indicators. You can submit your progress at proko.com/677
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Mannequinization is the process of using simple, three dimensional forms to construct a pose, and it's integral to both drawing and sculpting. Since sculptures are already three dimensional, the process of mannequinization is centered around temporarily ignoring surface details and focusing on the primary forms that make up the figure. Join Andrew Joseph Keith as he shows you how a sculptor approaches mannequinization.
ASSIGNMENT:
Using a small wire armature, build a simple version of the mannequin with the Loomis head, the egg of the ribcage, and the box of the pelvis. Then, connect them using boxes, cylinders, or a combination of the two. Submit your assignment at proko.com/673
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTVMaking Wire Armatures for BeginnersProko 3D2022-08-12 | A well-constructed wire armature can provide a sturdy, proportional base for any figure sculpture. Join Andrew Joseph Keith as he shows you how to make a wire armature for your sculptures using nothing more than some 14 gauge wire, a ruler, knowledge of cranial units, and a pair of pliers! Full video - youtu.be/h6m3pUeebPg
This free sculpting lesson is a sample of the Figure Sculpting Fundamentals course offered on Proko.com. The premium section has more demonstrations and extended lessons on the forms of the human body. It also has 3d models that you can spin around, study, and sculpt from any angle. Get the course at proko.com/sculpture
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
CREDITS:
Artist | Instructor - Andrew Joseph Keith (andrewjosephkeith.com) Producer - Stan Prokopenko (http://www.stanprokopenko.com) Script - Andrew Joseph Keith Production Assistance - Andrew Joseph Keith Editing - Andrew Joseph KeithSculpting a Simplified Skull Step by StepProko 3D2022-08-10 | Premium Portrait Sculpting Course - proko.com/portraitsculpt
The skull is the scaffolding of the face, and knowing how to sculpt an accurate skull is the key to sculpting a true-to-life portrait. In this lesson, Andrew Joseph Keith will demonstrate how to sculpt a simple skull focusing on all the essential indicators, high points, and features needed to provide a reliable base for any portrait sculpture.
ASSIGNMENT:
Your assignment is to sculpt a simplified skull. It doesn’t have to be done exactly the same and Andrew’s but it should be the right proportions and have an indication of the bony features covered in the video.
You can submit your work by creating a free account at proko.com/portraitsculpt and posting a comment with images of your sculpture under the assignment video. Some student work will be featured in critique videos so if you want your work featured, be sure to do the assignment and submit it.
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
It’s time to simplify our portrait sculpts! In this lesson you’ll learn how to sculpt the head as an abstraction with an extra layer of complexity and form. We’ll start by taking a block-in of the head and carefully add and define the secondary forms using a variety of techniques that you can use in your own work.
ASSIGNMENT:
Sculpt one of these head abstractions focusing on secondary forms, without getting too detailed. You can submit your work by creating a free account at proko.com/portraitsculpt and posting a comment with images of your sculpture under the assignment video. Some student work may be featured in critique videos so if you want your work featured be sure to do the assignment and submit it.
RESOURCES (contains affiliate links):
George Bridgman’s Complete Guide to Drawing From Life - amzn.to/3b88tjh
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Model images courtesy of pixabay.comTop 10 Sculpting MistakesProko 3D2022-07-20 | Learn about even more common mistakes, and discover in-depth lessons with the premium course at proko.com/sculpture
In this lesson, you’ll learn 10 of the most common mistakes made by sculpting beginners throughout all stages of the sculpting process, and how you can avoid them. Being aware of these common mistakes can help you notice when you begin to make them yourself so that you can correct the mistake and move forward, without letting bad habits become ingrained.
MISTAKES:
6:02 Proportions 6:57 Imbalance 7:39 Stiffness 8:21 Details 9:24 Anatomy 10:43 Avoiding Hard Areas
This free sculpting lesson is a sample of the Figure Sculpting Fundamentals course offered on Proko.com. The premium section has more demonstrations and extended lessons on the forms of the human body. It also has 3d models that you can spin around, study, and sculpt from any angle. Get the course at proko.com/sculpture
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV
Blocking in the head is a simple way to capture the basic size, shape, and tilt without having to worry about any of the facial features. This can be done ahead of a sculpting session or added onto a figure sculpture to make sure the head looks right before adding details. In this lesson we’ll cover 3 different techniques to sculpt the head.
ASSIGNMENT:
Make all 3 of these block ins with clay. You can submit your work by creating a free account at proko.com/portraitsculpt and posting a comment with images of your sculpture under the assignment video. Some student work will be featured in critique videos so if you want your work featured be sure to do the assignment and submit it!
This portrait sculpting course will dive deep into the techniques and principles that will help you master the portrait. Portrait sculpting is one of the most difficult challenges that visual artists can take on but if you follow the lessons and do the corresponding assignments you'll be surprised how fast you will improve.
ABOUT PROKO 3D:
Instructional How to Sculpt videos for artists. These sculpting lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. If you want to learn more about drawing check out my other YouTube channel: Proko - youtube.com/ProkoTV