Workshops
Our workshop classes run for ten weeks with students attending a three-hour workshop at their preferred time. You can start on any term throughout the year. These workshops are for all skill levels and aim to develop your knowledge and understanding of all aspects of creating sculpture in a range of media. Those new to sculpture will learn alongside other students and are offered a structured, 10-week program learning the basics of clay modelling, plaster-casting and colouring to produce their own finished sculpture. More advanced students will develop their techniques and are encouraged to drive their own projects with the guidance of their teacher. Everyone is invited to encounter a unique artistic experience in an inspiring studio space!
Term Dates 2024:
Term 1: ends Saturday 14 April
Term 2: bookings now open! Due to renovations, Term 2 will look a little different.
Tue EVE will run 30 April – 2 July (10 weeks)
Wed EVE will run 1 May – 3 July (10 weeks)
Thu EVE will run 2 May – 27 June (9 weeks)
Sat AM will run 4 May – 29 June (9 weeks)
Wed AM & PM will run 15 May – 3 July (8 weeks)
Thu AM & PM will run 16 May – 27 June (7 weeks)
Fees will be pro-rated to reflect length of term. Please click on the classes below to view fees.
Early Bird Discount available until midnight 19 April.
Ph: 02 9565 4851
Email: admin@tbsss.org.au
Read about our teachers here.
Working from Life 2024
Term 2, 2024 – Working from Life: Portrait & Full Figure with Wendy Black
Tuesdays, 28th May – 25th June (5 Weeks), 10am – 4pm
Fees: $635, Earlybird*: $575
The life study was the foundation of Tom Bass’ teaching. He maintained that it was an invaluable class and was the best way to learn about sculptural form and structure of the human body. This course will be a fast intensive life study based on close observation of form, proportion and relevant anatomy. Students will develop a greater understanding of, as well as skills in clay sketching, armature making, modelling clay and sculptural language. There will be two different poses during the five days, one of which will require an armature and provide the opportunity to do a portrait if desired.
This course is intended as an intensive study, all our time will be with the model. Casting is not included in this workshop; students who wish to cast their work can do so by enrolling in a regular workshop class at the Tom Bass Sculpture Studio School. If you intend to take your clay home at the end, please bring your own board (30cm x 30 cm, min, 6 ply). Fresh clay will be provided so can get your studies fired after class if you wish.
*Earlybird discount finishes midnight 7 May, 2024.
Fees
Fees include GST as well as all basic materials (except stone) and model fees. Classes are small – minimum 6 students, maximum 12. We reserve the right to cancel a class if student enrolments are below 6.
Missed classes must be made up within the term. A cancellation fee will apply for cancelled classes.
Once a student is enrolled, refunds will not be given under any circumstances. Enrolment Conditions specified in our info pack.
Additional single casual workshop class: $70 per session. Please call the Studio to book.
Discounts
*Early Bird rates are available until three weeks before the start of each term.
Book for two term workshop classes during one term for a reduced rate, please call the office.
A further 10% discount is available for local residents on low income.
There is a 50% youth discount for students 25 years or younger with an keen interest in artistic practice. Click here for more info.
^A payment plan is available for the Life Study Course, please call the Studio for more information.
Age Restrictions
Students 18 years and older are eligible to enrol. We cannot accept enrolments for anyone under the age of 18.
