Sculpting the Human Figure

Sculpting the Human Figure is both a practical and inspirational guide to an age-old art. Written by a leading and distinguished sculptor, it draws on pieces from the Renaissance to explain the techniques and secrets of contemporary work. John W Mills encourages students and collectors to understand the processes and techniques of sculpture, and thereby to explore the opportunity and creativity of the human figure. Topics covered:· The basics of sculpture - the studio, tools and materials required· Preparations - maquettes, drawings and working models· Modelling and carving the head· Relief sculpture· Modelling and carving the figure· Moulds and casting· Scaling up AUTHOR: John W Mills PPRBS ARCA FRSA studied at the Hammersmith School of Art before continuing his training at the Royal College of Art. He taught sculpture for nearly two decades before stopping in 1977 to become a full-time sculptor. He was elected President of The Royal Society of British Sculptors in 1986 and 1997. His major commissions have included a monument to The Women of World War II in Whitehall, Westminster [2005] and the National Firefighters Memorial Blitz in St Paul's, London [1991]. He designed and made the D-Day 50 pence piece for the Royal Mint, which was voted best coin of 1994. 210 colour photos