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In this first volume of his instructional series, Philippe shares his step-by-step method of construction, as well as a guide to catch and correct common mistakes, while demonstrating in his favorite medium: wet clay. Filmed on location in Honeoye, NY at his studio, this 89 minute video offers instruction easily followed by a beginner and complete enough to keep the interest of the most experienced sculptor.
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In this volume which covers individual features of different expressions, Philippe demonstrates rapid exercises in water-based clay that are useful for developing sculpting skills, including how to recognize volumes specific to different ages, genders, and ethnic groups. This 110 minute video also includes a comprehensive demonstration on hollowing and firing techniques.
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In this third installment of his instructional series, Philippe Faraut focuses on modeling the heads of men. His demonstrations include basic structure comparisons of different ethnicities, techniques for modifying expressions, the mechanics of the aging process and facial weight distribution for heavy-set men. In addition, he completes one bust of a man including hair and clothing. This 111-minute production was created for the advanced artist.
(about 110 minutes)
This video was added to our catalog on June 25, 2005 in Arts & Crafts::Sculpture.
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I rented both DVDs. They are exellent very well done and truly inspiring for anyone who what's to learn from one of the best sculptures I have seen to date.
This video is the next best thing to being able to actually take a class with Philippe Farault. He literally goes step by step so you can follow along (which I did) from the very beginning all the way through to the end. I learned so much from being able to see exactly how he forms the different features--this is the kind of thing you just can't learn from reading about it. This is a great service and I will be renting all the sculpture-related DVD's!
These are great how-to DVD's on sculpting heads. If you’re trying to decide on what DVD's you want to watch to learn sculpture techniques, start here. You won’t be disappointed
I rate this video as fair because it presents an approach to portrait sculpture in the "making dolls" category as opposed to true fine art portraiture or sculpture. I had not been exposed to this kind of work before and found it interesting on that level.
He presents some methods that may prove helpful to the inexperienced or the person who is not interesed in portraits of real people. He does not use a real subject and so is presenting conceptualizations. Nevertheless, his methods are sound.
On a more positive note I did learn a few things and enjoyed seeing this man work.
Absolutely fantastic. As a new ceramic artist these DVDs were - without a doubt - as good as a class. and I can't say enough good words. The presentation is excellent, the video is clean and crisp. Mr. Faraut is a great presenter and amazing artist. The next step for me is to take a seminar from him. Amazing stuff.
This guy is amazing. It's the most simple, straightforward process for sculpting the bust that I've ever encountered.
Both videos were excellent--this guy is amazing, and talks you through the process as he works on the piece, explaining the "hows" and "whys". He also demonstrates common mistakes, and more importantly, how to fix them!
Learned more from both of these dvds than I did in a semester of "life sculpting". Why aren't college professors this good?
He even shows the hollowing out and firing process.
Rent these!
This is an excellent guide for sculptors. I was able to work out problems I had in the past. It's wonderful!
Excellent! The best instructional video I have seen showing sculpturing techniques. I especially like the way everything is broken down into stages. You learn how to sculpt each feature of the face step by step in a very clear manner that inspires you to start working on your own project.
This is a wonderful video. Not only is the artist highly talented, but also an excellent instructor. I learned so much and will certainly be seeking further instruction after Christmas! Thanks for a wonderful service!
Superb video, great one to rent because of it’s straight forward approach to sculpting. Mr. Faraut keeps the teaching relative and uncomplicated while producing a high standard of work.
This is, like all of Faraut's DVDs, an invaluable reference for anyone interested in figurative sculpting. In this DVD he shows a refinement of his earlier technique in establishing "planes" of the face early on, then detailing the features. I highly recommend this!
Jami M Lynn
Philippe is the Bob Ross of sculpting. He makes it so easy. A must see for any sculptor novice, or pro. Truly remarkable what the turn of thumb can do to some clay.
Philippe Faraut is one of the best portrait working today, and a great teacher. If you have an opportunity to take a class from him, do it. It's worth every penny and then some.
If you don't have that opportunity, these videos are the next best thing. They have some of the highest production values of any sculpting videos I've seen, and the techniques make many complex aspects much more approachable.
Philippe's book is also indispensable and should be in any sculptor's library.
Excellent sculpting dvd. Perhaps one of the best I have seen. It is professionally filmed and edited. The instructions were clear and easy to follow. Perhaps the best feature of the disc for me was Mr. Faraut demonstrates the common mistakes some students tend to make. He will sculpt the mistake and then show how to correct the mistake. That is extremely beneficial to the artist who wants to grow and become a better artist.
I love it. He is so good. I love it. I love it.
This was great! Good information, enjoyable to watch, not overly saturated with dialogue, but just enough to help you understand what you needed to learn.
Very nicely made with lots of good information presented in a pleasing format.
This is the guy to learn from. If you want to learn from a new age fine art Master. I do mean that.
He puts the real teaching into your hands. I wish I had started long ago under him. I would have been much farther in my sculpture.
He actually help not only with process, but you learn key points from a wise and charismatic teacher.
Big thumbs up!
Philippe Faraut's DVD sculpting set Volumes 1 2 and 3 were so good, so clear, so comprehensive, I immediately bought the set. If you can't learn to sculpt from Faraut you are wasting your time anyway. Excellent.
Amazing video. Everything you ever need to know about portrait sculpture is included and the works of Philippe Faraut are one of a kind and amazing. Worth the buy and well worth the rent.
Excellent teaching, examples and video quality!
I own all the dvd's as well as books by this artist. I was so impressed with his teaching that I took a workshop from him.
A very fine video with very good instruction. Expert instruction and almost magical in transforming an otherwise perfect sculpture of a young lady into an old man. I enjoyed it very much.
Mr. Faraut is a true artist able to pass on his work, and inpire others with the genius of his art. I have his book on sculpture, and several of his cast study aids. These videos will help you advance from craftsman to artist. A real must see for the realism and wonderful flow of his work. R Larson
Absolutely loved Philippe, and watching him sculpt. He has an amazing technique. Just what I was looking for. Definite two thumbs up!
I am somewhat new to sculpting and I found this DVD (Vol.I) to be very enlightening. Philippe Faraut's instruction and explanations are both simple and complete - very helpful to me. I enjoyed this DVD so much that I have found a class with the artist and am looking forward to working under his guidance. I am also looking forward to viewing his other DVDs soon.
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