Online
Sculpture
Classes
On the online sculpture course, you will learn to work with clay and other materials, creating true works of art with your hands!
Trial Lesson
If you want to order a trial sculpture lesson, you need to register and pay $6 before the lesson starts. The trial lesson is individual and lasts 45 minutes.
Subscription
If you enjoyed the trial lesson, you can purchase a subscription by prepaying for at least 4 lessons. The price for 4 lessons is $56 (each lesson costs $14). Payment should be made at least one day before the lesson.
Discounts
A discount of up to $480 is available for purchasing 80 or more lessons.
Course Overview
The online course in sculpture is designed for children aged 5 and up, as well as adults without age restrictions. In our course, you will learn to create expressive sculptures and figures using various techniques and materials. The training program includes levels: preparatory, beginner, intermediate, and advanced.
A sculpture lesson lasts 45 minutes and is conducted individually. Our teachers instruct in Russian, Ukrainian, and English, allowing you to choose the most convenient language for learning. The lesson schedule is tailored individually, considering the availability and preferences of each student.
Online lessons are conducted on Google Meet and Zoom platforms. The instructors have higher art education and extensive work experience, with many actively participating in exhibitions and workshops.
The frequency of classes is selected individually. We recommend holding lessons at least twice a week to ensure stable progress and avoid long breaks between sessions, facilitating better material retention and skill acquisition.
Students of our school participate in exhibitions, competitions, and workshops, for which they receive diplomas and certificates confirming their skill level. Students are also awarded certificates upon completion of each module and level.
Teaching Methodology
Our sculpture teaching methodology is an original program of the Montessori center, aimed at individual achievements of each student, suitable for both children and adults. Our methodology is based on setting specific goals from the start of the course. Goals include mastering various techniques and styles of sculpture. Skill assessment is conducted through participation in exhibitions and competitions, where successful presentation of works confirms the achievement of set goals.
Methodology Advantages
Clear Goals: Students understand their objectives and have clear guidelines for achieving their goals in sculpture.
Flexible Learning: The program allows students to progress according to their individual pace of mastering skills.
Practical Experience: Participation in exhibitions and competitions provides practical experience and the opportunity to apply acquired skills.
Accessibility for All Ages: The methodology is suitable for both children and adults, ensuring universal and accessible education.
Continuous Development: After achieving initial goals, students can continue to develop their skills, enhancing their mastery level.
Preparatory Level
The preparatory level program is designed for young children aged 5-6. In these early years, online sculpture lessons introduce young students to basic material handling, correct tool use, and creating their first works. Forming correct skills and gradually mastering basic techniques are fundamental components of artistic development. The earlier a child begins learning, the better the chances of developing high artistic skills.
Beginner Level
At the beginner level, students fully grasp the basics of working with different materials and tools. This period includes mastering basic sculpting techniques, creating simple forms, and exploring various styles. By the end of this course, students can create basic sculptural works, mastering fundamental techniques.
Intermediate Level
At the intermediate level, students acquire all the essential skills necessary for creating more complex sculptural compositions. Special attention is paid to developing technique, confidence in work, and artistic expressiveness. Artistic expressiveness includes the ability to convey the emotional context of the work, making it more memorable.
Advanced Level
At the advanced level, students master complex techniques of sculpting, recreating the author's idea and style. Students study various techniques, forms, master numerous methods, and develop skills in creating complex compositions.
Upon completing the sculpture course, students can create complex works, fully conveying the author's intention and artistic style. They can deeply understand the essence of the artwork and embody it through their work, using all mastered technical methods. Students develop their artistic style and high-level sculpting technique.
Throughout years of training, students also gain a deep understanding of art theory and history, enabling them to professionally analyze and interpret works of art.
Course Goals
One of the primary goals of the sculpture course is mastering material handling techniques, as it is a unique and distinct art form. For a beginner sculptor, this means developing skills in working with form, structure, and composition, necessary for creating complex and expressive works. This requires regular practice and the perfection of artistic skills.
Additionally, students learn various techniques that allow them to adapt their sculpting methods depending on the context and desired emotional effect.
Another important goal of the course is developing skills in working with form and materials. These abilities are necessary for every sculptor to create harmonious and expressive compositions. After achieving this goal, our students can independently create and analyze artworks inspired by various sources.
One of the course's goals is also to learn to create works in different genres and styles. This helps build confidence in their abilities, allowing them to evaluate their progress in the context of other artists' work. The main goal of the lessons is not competition but constant improvement and enjoyment of the art creation process.
Benefits of Sculpture Lessons
Development of Creative Thinking: Sculpture lessons stimulate creative thinking. Creating three-dimensional objects requires students to think outside the box and use their imagination. Artists learn to bring their ideas to life in material form, fostering a unique creative approach to solving various problems.
Improvement of Motor Skills and Coordination: Working with clay, plasticine, and other materials requires precise and coordinated hand movements. Sculpting enhances fine motor skills and coordination, which is especially beneficial for children. These skills are also useful in other activities requiring precise movements.
Stress Relief and Emotional Release: Sculpting has a positive impact on emotional well-being. The process of creating sculptures helps to distract from daily worries and relax. Sculptors can express their emotions through material, contributing to emotional release and stress reduction. Studies show that creative activities promote the production of endorphins—the hormones of happiness.
Enhancement of Observation and Attention to Detail: Creating sculptures requires attention to detail. Artists learn to observe the surrounding world carefully, noticing nuances of shape, structure, and proportions. This develops attentiveness and the ability to see beauty in everyday things, as well as improving analytical and synthesis skills.
Boosting Self-Esteem and Confidence: Creating sculptural works and participating in exhibitions and competitions boosts self-esteem and confidence. Each completed project is a personal achievement that inspires further success. Positive feedback and recognition from others also strengthen belief in one's abilities.
Development of Creativity and Innovative Thinking: Sculpture lessons foster creativity and innovative thinking. Artists experiment with various materials and techniques, seeking unconventional solutions and approaches. This skill is valuable not only in art but also in other life areas requiring a creative approach and flexible thinking.
Socialization and Communication Skills: Sculpture lessons, especially in groups, help develop social skills. Artists exchange ideas, learn to work in teams, and accept criticism. Collaborative creativity helps find common ground with others and enhances the ability to express thoughts and emotions through art.
Cultural and Aesthetic Development: Sculpture lessons contribute to cultural and aesthetic development. Sculptors study art history, explore different styles and movements, and learn to appreciate artistic heritage. This enriches their inner world, broadens their horizons, and helps form artistic taste.
Strengthening Discipline and Self-Control: The process of learning sculpture requires discipline and self-control. Regular practice and the pursuit of excellence instill perseverance, patience, and responsibility in artists. These qualities help achieve goals not only in art but also in other life areas.
In conclusion, sculpture lessons provide numerous benefits for both children and adults. They develop creative and critical thinking, improve fine motor skills, enhance emotional well-being, and aid social adaptation. Regardless of skill level, sculpture offers unique opportunities for self-expression and personal growth.
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How Sculpture Lessons Work
Equipment: For participating in online sculpture classes, you'll need a device with internet access and a built-in or external camera—such as a computer, tablet, or smartphone.
Internet Connection: A stable and fast internet connection is critical for a quality learning experience. It is recommended to test your internet speed before the lesson begins to avoid interruptions during your interaction with the instructor.
Video Conferencing Platform: Classes are conducted via platforms like Zoom or Google Meet. Please install and set up the necessary software in advance. Check your video and audio functionality on your device before the lesson.
Sound: To ensure optimal audibility and minimize background noise, it is strongly recommended to use high-quality headphones with a microphone. This will enhance the audio interaction and allow you to hear the instructor's consultations and comments more clearly.
Lighting and Workspace: Ensure your workspace is well-lit so the instructor can clearly see your work and provide constructive feedback. An ideal setup would be a bright light source directed at your workspace but not causing glare on the screen or working materials.
Receiving the Lesson Link: The link to the online session will be sent to you in advance via email or your preferred messenger. Please ensure you receive the link a day before the lesson begins.
Lesson Materials: Clay or Plasticine: Prepare the appropriate amount of clay or plasticine. Tools: Gather all necessary tools such as sculpting loops and chisels. Work Surface: Prepare a sturdy, flat table surface protected with a non-stick mat, board, or cloth
Workspace Setup: Device Placement: Position your device so the instructor can clearly see you and your work area. This will help them better assess your technique and make real-time adjustments. Technical Testing: Enter the Zoom or Google Meet app 5-10 minutes before the lesson starts using the provided link. Check that your camera and microphone are working correctly, and that your internet connection is stable.
These preparatory steps will help ensure a smooth and productive sculpture lesson experience.
Instructions and Feedback: Your instructor will provide detailed instructions on using various modeling techniques and approaches to creating forms. You will receive feedback that will help you improve your skills.
Ask Questions: Do not hesitate to ask the teacher about any aspects of the technique or any difficulties you have encountered. Your instructor is ready to help you understand all the issues.
Practice: A significant portion of the lesson is dedicated to practical modeling. You will create your own sculptures, and the instructor will observe and provide recommendations to improve your technique.
Instructor Demonstrations: The instructor will create a sculpture alongside you, which will help you better understand how to achieve the desired effects in your works.
Lesson Conclusion: At the end of the lesson, you will discuss the methods learned with the instructor, receive assignments for home practice, and determine plans for future sessions.
Materials for Independent Work: The instructor will provide you with materials for home practice, including recommendations on modeling techniques, examples of sculptures, and additional resources for in-depth study of sculpture.
We are confident that online lessons in sculpture will provide you with comfort and effectiveness in learning. Your educational experience will be engaging and productive!
Sculpture Teachers
Elena Stupak
Art, Sculpture, Computer Graphics, Animation Teacher
Elena Stupak is a teacher of painting, sculpture, and computer graphics at the Montessori Center. She graduated from the Kryvyi Rih State Pedagogical University, receiving a full higher education in "Pedagogy and Methods of Secondary Education. Fine Arts". Elena is a winner of several team assessments among more than 100 art teachers in the mystetstvo.org competition.
Elena's students participate and win in competitions and exhibitions, their works are always recognized by jury members as professional, individual, and vibrant. Elena's painting lessons online are conducted individually and in small groups. Lessons in computer graphics online are popular. For such lessons at home, it is necessary to have a tablet and stylus (a pencil for drawing on a tablet).
Elena has been working with our team since 2012 and is one of the most professional and valuable teachers. Elena's students always study with enviable consistency, as they are engrossed in the process and achieve high results.
Anastasia Oleynikova
Painting, Sculpting Teacher
Anastasia Oleynikova has been a painting, sculpting, and wood carving teacher at the Montessori Center since 2015. Anastasia graduated from the Krivoy Rog National Pedagogical University with a specialization in "Teacher of Fine Arts, Ethics, and Aesthetics".
In her online painting classes, Anastasia teaches students various techniques, using gouache, watercolor, pastel, including oil. In her sculpting and molding classes, students sculpt with plasticine or clay. Wood carving starts with mastering the skills of working with special tools, students train on softer materials before moving on to work with wood.
Anastasia is an active artist, her works adorn exhibitions, theaters, and private collections. Anastasia\'s students are winners of competitions and exhibitions, participants in creative projects in our school and beyond.
Valeria Moskvitina
Painting and sculpture teacher
Valeria Moskvitina is a painting and sculpting teacher at the Montessori Center. She graduated from Kherson State University with a major in "Fine Arts".
Valeria is a successful artist who actively participates in exhibitions and plein airs. Her artistic style is very individual and recognizable.
From the very first lessons, Valeria's students acquire sketching skills, learn the rules of academic and decorative painting. Valeria teaches both children and adults, delicately adjusting the theme and complexity of work for each student. For children, the teacher chooses themes of animals and fairy tale characters, while she works with adults on creating beautiful landscapes, still lifes, and eventually drawing portraits.
Participation in competitions and exhibitions is an integral part of the learning process. Valeria teaches students from all over the world, many of whom are winners of competitions and exhibitions, and show high results in their creative work!
Ekaterina Bozhko
Teacher of Painting and Sculpture
Ekaterina Bozhko has been a teacher of painting, pottery, and sculpture at the Montessori center since 2019. Ekaterina graduated from the Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture with a specialization in "Decorative and Applied Art". Ekaterina's portfolio is vibrant and with an individual style.
Ekaterina's students have been winners and participants in many exhibitions and competitions. Ekaterina suggests creative ideas for lesson themes according to the student's age and level of preparation. In online painting classes, the teacher begins by teaching how to create a sketch, and also working with simple and manageable materials. Most often, in online drawing classes for children, work begins with gouache, markers, pencils, chalks, and later transitions to watercolors and oil work.
Ekaterina teaches in English, Russian, or Ukrainian, and each student chooses the language of communication individually. Online lessons in pottery and sculpture, as well as painting, are held individually or in small groups of 2-3 people.
Ekaterina Romanyuk
Art, Sculpture, Computer Graphics, Animation Teacher
Ekaterina Romanyuk has been an art, clay modeling, and sculpture teacher at the Montessori Center since 2018. She graduated from the Khmelnytskyi National University and obtained a Graphic Designer qualification. She has more than 12 years of teaching experience.
Ekaterina teaches in English, Russian, and Ukrainian. Her students are children from 5 years old and adults of any age. In individual online art lessons, Ekaterina teaches her students to create sketches, work with various artistic materials: from colored pencils to oil. Online drawing lessons also take place in small groups - 2 - 3 people of the same age and level of preparation.
In online clay and sculpture lessons, Ekaterina teaches how to work with plasticine and clay. After a student has learned to make simple shapes, the teacher shows on her own example the features of creating frames for sculptures, gradually complicating the topics. Ekaterina's students are participants and winners of art exhibitions and contests.
Victoria Grigoryeva
Painting, Sculpting, and Computer Graphics Teacher
Victoria Grigoryeva is a professional artist and an instructor of painting, sculpting, and computer graphics. She actively participates in exhibitions and competitions worldwide, with her works displayed in top European galleries. Victoria graduated from the National Academy of Fine Arts and Architecture, earning a qualification as a graphic artist.
She has extensive experience in graphic design and has led several successful publishing projects. Currently, Victoria focuses on creativity and teaching, particularly excelling in watercolor techniques. Her works are featured in numerous international competitions and biennales.
Teaching is another facet of Victoria's talent. In both individual lessons and group workshops, she connects with students, helping them significantly improve their skills.
Course Program for Sculpture
Preparatory
level
Age: 5 - 6 years
Modules
Creating simple shapes and figures from playdough and clay.
Exploring and utilizing different materials for sculpture.
Creating simple sculptures depicting animals and plants.
Creating sculptures depicting animals, plants, and objects from the surrounding world.
Beginner
level
Age: 7 years and older
Modules
Creating simple shapes and figures from playdough and clay using additional materials (tools, armatures).
Exploring and utilizing different materials for sculpture: playdough, clay.
Studying various types of sculptures (in-the-round, relief, decorative).
Introduction to various forms and genres of sculpture (animalistic, domestic, portrait). Creating sculptures depicting animals, plants, and objects from the surrounding world.
Introduction to abstract art and its application in sculpture.
Experimenting with forms and textures in abstract sculptures.
Intermediate
level
Age: 10 years and older
Modules
Creating personal abstract sculptural works.
Working on large projects related to specific themes and ideas.
Collective creativity and collaboration in creating sculptural installations.
Preparation and participation in a competition or exhibition.
Advanced
level
Age: 12 years and older
Modules
Creating compositional sculptures that convey proportions, genre, style, plasticity of forms, emotions.
Learning about the history of sculpture and famous sculptors. Exploring contemporary directions in sculpture and experimenting with their elements.
Studying various stylistic directions in sculpture. Creating sculptures that reflect a specific stylistic direction.
Developing and implementing individual sculptural projects. Preparation and participation in a personal exhibition and other exhibitions and competitions.
The course program for sculpting and modeling covers a wide range of techniques and styles, offering tiered learning from the basics to advanced skills for children aged 5 and older. Starting with small and simple projects, students gradually move to more complex and creative tasks, including abstract art and large sculptural installations. Special emphasis is placed on collective creativity and preparation for exhibitions, which contributes not only to the development of technical skills but also to the formation of teamwork and presentation skills. The program also includes the study of the history of sculpture and contemporary directions, helping students better understand the context of their creativity and find their individual style.
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Course Schedule
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