The ultimate introduction to sculpture at City Lit. In each class of this five-day hands-on course you will be introduced to a different sculptural technique and material, by a tutor who is a specialist in that area. This will provide you with a showcase of our sculpture facilities and teaching talent at City Lit. This course is perfect for beginners who want to try out a range of sculptural processes, perhaps to find your are...
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This course is designed to give you an exciting hands-on introduction to the basic principles of sculpture in our purpose-built well-equipped studio in the heart of London. This course is perfect for beginners who want to try out a range of sculptural techniques and materials, providing you with an excellent grounding in the subject. In each of the five classes you will be taught a different sculptural process by a tutor who is a specialist in that area. You will have an opportunity to shape, join, carve and cast from moulds you have made. The materials you will be working with include, metal, wood, clay and plaster. You will be supported in each class to develop your skills and ideas through making, to become familiar with the sculpture workshop, tools and terminology. Additionally, you will be introduced to the history of sculpture and take inspiration from other artists.
What will we cover?
The course will cover a range of techniques within each material or process.
Class 1: Clay modelling with David Field Class 2: Papier mache with Ro Sylvester Class 3: Wood carving with Belinda Edwards Class 4: Mould making and casting with Ro Sylvester Class 5: Metalwork with Andrew Revell.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
-A knowledge of appropriate materials for making sculpture. -Use additive sculpture making, for example modelling with clay. -Use subtractive sculpture making, for example carving. -Use sculptural technical terms. -Use specialist tools.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This course is designed for complete beginners but is also well suited to those with some experience, or those returning to making who wish to refresh their skills.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
You will be fully supported by a specialist tutor. Teaching methods include demonstrations by the tutor to the whole group, practical activities and one-to-one feedback and guidance.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Materials and Equipment General tools and equipment will be provided. The course fee covers most of the cost of materials for sampling and experimentation.
A sketchbook and drawing materials are recommended, and you are welcome to incorporate found ferrous metal objects into your work.
What to Wear Please wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes—no sandals or open-toed footwear. Old work clothes or overalls are also advised.
Health and Safety Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as facemasks for use when working with materials that may release airborne particles, will be provided and must be worn as required.
Important Safety Notice – Pacemakers The use of the plasma cutter may pose a serious risk to individuals with pacemakers. For your safety, if you have a pacemaker, you cannot be in the room while the plasma cutter is in use. Please contact the Sculpture Department before enrolling by emailing visualarts@citylit.ac.uk to discuss this further.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
The City Lit sculpture department offers a wide range of exciting courses that will allow you to progress from beginner to advanced and learn a range of techniques. After this course, you may wish to join a similar course to develop your skills further or try something completely different. We offer courses in prop making, metal, clay, carving in stone and wood, mould making and casting, and much more! Alternatively, you may wish to progress onto the year-long City Lit Sculpture course VU841, which helps you build your individual sculpture practice.
Please ask your tutor for advice, browse the City Lit website for inspiration, or contact our visual arts team by emailing visualarts@citylit.ac.uk or calling 0203 880 2415 Monday - Friday, 11 am - 4 pm.
The in-person information desk (at our Keeley Street campus) is open Monday - Friday from 12 pm - 1:55 pm & 3 pm - 5 pm. In-person enrolment is supported Monday - Friday from 10:30 am -12 pm & 3 pm -5 pm. General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Student Centre and Library on Monday to Friday between 12:00 - 13:55 & 15:00 - 17:00. In-person enrolment is supported Monday - Friday between 10:30 - 12:00 & 15:00 - 17:00
Belinda Edwards holds a degree and diploma from Central School of Art and Design, and a teaching certificate from Roehampton Institute. She has been an artist in residence and lecturer with various schools, community groups and colleges in London and has been teaching sculpture at City Lit and elsewhere since 1987. Belinda’s work has been exhibited at many galleries including The Royal Academy. This gives her a deep understanding of the importance of correct technique for accurate and effective carving, whatever the material. As part of developing her understanding of materials even further she worked for a while as a casting technician for a gallery specialising in fine art antiques casting and conserving. These skills, combined with her Fine Arts background enables her to help students to develop their own interests and projects, from first idea through sketches, maquettes, choice of material and tools, to finished sculpture. Belinda’s outstanding qualities as a tutor, are her practical understanding of the challenges faced by individual students, and her skill at enabling them both to formulate ideas and then achieve their goals.
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Andrew's practice extends across sculpture, drawing and printmaking, working with a diversity of materials and processes. He graduated from Cheltenham Art College in 1989, receiving his first public sculpture commission in his final year and subsequently developed a professional career including several public and museum based artworks, residencies and commissions. Later diversifying into product design, modelmaking and theatre/tv equiped him with a comprehensive skill base in making and 3d problem solving. Establishing his studio practice in West London in 2009 Andrew now works out of Space Studios in Hackney Wick where he concentrates on sculpture and bespoke design in metal, merging modernist Euoropean and Japanese influences, whilst maintaining a commitment to advancing the practice of sculpture as an educator within the sculpture community. Examples of his wider practice can be on Axisweb.
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Ro Sylvester is a veteran of film and theatre, having made costume and props for productions such as ‘Hellraiser’ and ‘Legend’ back in the ‘80s. She ran a costume studio in Covent Garden for some time, supplying the Opera House and other West End Theatres with costumes and props. Ro also made many props and costumes for pop videos including Eddie Grant, Supertramp and New Order. From the early ‘90s, she worked in secondary and 6th form teaching, delivering exam courses in Design Technology, Textiles, Graphics, Computer Graphics and Model Making. Having retired from secondary teaching in 2017, Ro has worked to private commission in retail display, commercials and theatre. She has also worked as a tutor at City Lit, teaching; Model Making, Prop Making, Perspective, Pastel drawing and general creativity skills. She continues to create bespoke lightweight jewellery, window displays and props for theatre and film. Ro runs a lively and fast moving classroom, helping students to explore their potential and progress onto other courses where applicable. You can see much of her work and that of her students on her website.
Shelley WilsonSee moreSee less
We’re sorry. We don’t have a bio ready for the tutor of this class at the moment, but we’re working on it! Watch this space.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
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Teaching methods include demonstrations by the tutor to the whole group, practical activities and one-to-one feedback and guidance.<p><strong>Materials and Equipment</strong><br/>General tools and equipment will be provided. The course fee covers most of the cost of materials for sampling and experimentation. </p><p>A sketchbook and drawing materials are recommended, and you are welcome to incorporate found ferrous metal objects into your work.</p><p><strong>What to Wear</strong><br/>Please wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes—no sandals or open-toed footwear. Old work clothes or overalls are also advised.</p><p><strong>Health and Safety</strong><br/>Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as facemasks for use when working with materials that may release airborne particles, will be provided and must be worn as required.</p><p><strong>Important Safety Notice – Pacemakers</strong><br/>The use of the plasma cutter may pose a serious risk to individuals with pacemakers. 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Additionally, you will be introduced to the history of sculpture and take inspiration from other artists.The ultimate introduction to sculpture at City Lit. In each class of this five-day hands-on course you will be introduced to a different sculptural technique and material, by a tutor who is a specialist in that area. This will provide you with a showcase of our sculpture facilities and teaching talent at City Lit. 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Teaching methods include demonstrations by the tutor to the whole group, practical activities and one-to-one feedback and guidance.<p><strong>Materials and Equipment</strong></p><p>All essential materials and equipment will be provided and are included in the course fee.</p><p>Please bring a sketchbook, pencils and a pen to sketch and make notes. A camera is also useful to photograph your work.</p><p><strong>What to Wear</strong><br/>Please wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes—no sandals or open-toed footwear. Old work clothes or overalls are also advised.</p><p><strong>Health and Safety</strong><br/>Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as facemasks for use when working with materials that may release airborne particles, will be provided and must be worn as required.</p><p>The City Lit sculpture department offers a wide range of exciting courses that will allow you to progress from beginner to advanced and learn a range of techniques. 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This course is perfect for beginners who want to try out a range of sculptural processes, perhaps to find your area of interest for further study.</p>,The ultimate introduction to sculpture at City Lit. In each class of this five-day hands-on course you will be introduced to a different sculptural technique and material, by a tutor who is a specialist in that area. This will provide you with a showcase of our sculpture facilities and teaching talent at City Lit. This course is perfect for beginners who want to try out a range of sculptural processes, perhaps to find your area of interest for further study.0000-Available|2026-08-03 00:00:00This course is designed to give you an exciting hands-on introduction to the basic principles of sculpture in our purpose-built well-equipped studio in the heart of London. This course is perfect for beginners who want to try out a range of sculptural techniques and materials, providing you with an excellent grounding in the subject. In each of the five classes you will be taught a different sculptural process by a tutor who is a specialist in that area. You will have an opportunity to shape, join, carve and cast from moulds you have made. The materials you will be working with include, metal, wood, clay and plaster. You will be supported in each class to develop your skills and ideas through making, to become familiar with the sculpture workshop, tools and terminology. Additionally, you will be introduced to the history of sculpture and take inspiration from other artists.<p>The ultimate introduction to sculpture at City Lit. In each class of this five-day hands-on course you will be introduced to a different sculptural technique and material, by a tutor who is a specialist in that area. This will provide you with a showcase of our sculpture facilities and teaching talent at City Lit. This course is perfect for beginners who want to try out a range of sculptural processes, perhaps to find your area of interest for further study.</p>,The ultimate introduction to sculpture at City Lit. In each class of this five-day hands-on course you will be introduced to a different sculptural technique and material, by a tutor who is a specialist in that area. This will provide you with a showcase of our sculpture facilities and teaching talent at City Lit. This course is perfect for beginners who want to try out a range of sculptural processes, perhaps to find your area of interest for further study.<p>The course will cover a range of techniques within each material or process.</p><p>Class 1: Clay modelling with David Field <br/>Class 2: Papier mache with Ro Sylvester<br/>Class 3: Wood carving with Belinda Edwards<br/>Class 4: Mould making and casting with Ro Sylvester<br/>Class 5: Metalwork with Andrew Revell.</p>,<p>The course will cover a range of techniques within each material/process.</p><p>Sunday 18th January 2026: Clay modelling with Shelley Wilson<br/>Sunday 25th January 2026: Paper mache with Ro Sylvester<br/>Sunday 1st February 2026: Wood carving with Belinda Edwards<br/>Sunday 8th February 2026: Mould making and casting with Ro Sylvester<br/>Sunday 15th February 2026: Metalwork with Andrew Revell</p>-A knowledge of appropriate materials for making sculpture.<br/>-Use additive sculpture making, for example modelling with clay.<br/>-Use subtractive sculpture making, for example carving.<br/>-Use sculptural technical terms.<br/>-Use specialist tools.,- A knowledge of appropriate materials for making sculpture.<br/>- Use additive sculpture making, for example modelling with clay.<br/>- Use subtractive sculpture making, for example carving.<br/>- Use sculptural technical terms.<br/>- Use specialist tools.This course is designed for complete beginners but is also well suited to those with some experience, or those returning to making who wish to refresh their skills.You will be fully supported by a specialist tutor. Teaching methods include demonstrations by the tutor to the whole group, practical activities and one-to-one feedback and guidance.<p><strong>Materials and Equipment</strong><br/>General tools and equipment will be provided. The course fee covers most of the cost of materials for sampling and experimentation. </p><p>A sketchbook and drawing materials are recommended, and you are welcome to incorporate found ferrous metal objects into your work.</p><p><strong>What to Wear</strong><br/>Please wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes—no sandals or open-toed footwear. Old work clothes or overalls are also advised.</p><p><strong>Health and Safety</strong><br/>Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as facemasks for use when working with materials that may release airborne particles, will be provided and must be worn as required.</p><p><strong>Important Safety Notice – Pacemakers</strong><br/>The use of the plasma cutter may pose a serious risk to individuals with pacemakers. For your safety, if you have a pacemaker, you cannot be in the room while the plasma cutter is in use. Please contact the Sculpture Department before enrolling by emailing <strong>visualarts@citylit.ac.uk</strong> to discuss this further.</p>,<p><strong>Materials and Equipment</strong></p><p>All essential materials and equipment will be provided and are included in the course fee.</p><p>Please bring a sketchbook, pencils and a pen to sketch and make notes. A camera is also useful to photograph your work.</p><p><strong>What to Wear</strong><br/>Please wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes—no sandals or open-toed footwear. Old work clothes or overalls are also advised.</p><p><strong>Health and Safety</strong><br/>Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as facemasks for use when working with materials that may release airborne particles, will be provided and must be worn as required.</p><p>The City Lit sculpture department offers a wide range of exciting courses that will allow you to progress from beginner to advanced and learn a range of techniques. After this course, you may wish to join a similar course to develop your skills further or try something completely different. We offer courses in prop making, metal, clay, carving in stone and wood, mould making and casting, and much more! Alternatively, you may wish to progress onto the year-long City Lit Sculpture course VU841, which helps you build your individual sculpture practice.</p><p> </p><p>Please ask your tutor for advice, browse the City Lit website for inspiration, or contact our visual arts team by emailing visualarts@citylit.ac.uk or calling 0203 880 2415 Monday - Friday, 11 am - 4 pm. </p><p><br/>The in-person information desk (at our Keeley Street campus) is open Monday - Friday from 12 pm - 1:55 pm &amp; 3 pm - 5 pm. In-person enrolment is supported Monday - Friday from 10:30 am -12 pm &amp; 3 pm -5 pm. General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Student Centre and Library on Monday to Friday between 12:00 - 13:55 &amp; 15:00 - 17:00. In-person enrolment is supported Monday - Friday between 10:30 - 12:00 &amp; 15:00 - 17:00</p>Ceramics & sculptureMixed materialconfigurable
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