In this class we will learn how to create a cleaver three dimensional raven. You will learn how to solder galvanized wire also known as tinning, creating armatures to build body parts and working with polymer clay. We will create the head on a wire and foil armature bake it and build the body separate. You will have a great day bringing this wonderful raven to life and filling his belly with trinkets or eggs. This is a fantastic way to learn how to build future wire sculptures in most any form. This is the method I use for making all my human figures. Some soldering experience is helpful but you do not need to be an expert by any means.
Supply List:
- 100 watt soldering iron- I use the -Weller w100p- you can find your iron not gun at stained glass stores.
60/40 solder and flux (I use Classic 100 gel flux) you can use lead free solder but I find it harder to use.
- Sponge and Scotch Bright pad (to clean your iron), a small dish for the sponge.
- Heavy duty wire cutters
- Flat nose and round nose pliers
- Ruler or tape measure
- 8 oz Sculpey Original (white polymer clay)
- Clay tools if you have them or dental tools, bone folder, orange stick any small tool that you can use to smooth around eyes and in tight areas. Don’t spend a lot of money I will bring tools to share.
Optional:
- Bench vise to help hold the wires as you solder, or bull dog clips.
- some small items to place in your crows belly such as bingo balls or small 1” eggs.
Teacher will bring:
- All the 14 gauge wire you need for your sculpture, tin foil, , beads for eyes, sand paper, wire mesh for feathers , template for crows and other sculptures and black spray paint.
A Little About ME
I have an insatiable appetite to create, to learn, to share what I know with others. I try everything! I think I take as many classes as I teach, constantly fueling the urge to learn more. I bring this enthusiasm to each of my students. We learn to create from scratch a unique piece of art in a friendly fun atmosphere. My motto is “Art A.D.D. is Okay Try Everything”!
