Figure Sculpting Volume 1: Planes and Construction Techniques in Clay

Philippe Faraut is a master at what he does. This books demonstrates his skills and is very educational on the human anatomy and how to sculpt it. I enjoy that this book teaches your about the entire process from the beginning right to the end. Some sculptural books show you they make a sculpture but not how they finish it. Such as getting it off the armature, and putting it back to together. The book is very well illustrated and I would recommend it to any one interested in sculpting the human figure in clay.

A really fine book loaded with striking, professional photos of the author's works. It is indispensable for the beginning sculptor. It is full of lessons/tips for practicing sculpting all parts of the body. It is expensive but well worth the price. I bought a used one which cut the pain a bit.

I am a figurative and portrait sculptor. I often use a model and review anatomy books. In addition, I have studied several portrait sculpting books authored by other masters. However, there is no other books that compare to this book. This book is a must have for figure sculptors at any level. It is understandable, comprehensive, masterful and sets forth exceptional detail to enable an artist to learn and see how to create beauty in sculpture. There is no other book comparable in the market.

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Best instruction book I own, and I own em all. He has another for portraits I believe. It is also, fabulous. If you want to learn to sculpt in clay, or just look at your own skill level with a different set of eyes... this book is for you.

I am a sculptor and this series by Faraut is absolutely fantastic. I work with both wet (groggy) clay with myHonolulu Waldorf High School students and with oil based clay on my big monumental work that is to be cast. The explanations, "check lists" and photos are really perfect for all of it. Thank you Philippe and Charisse for providing this wealth of knowledge. Mahalo, Lynn Liverton

I work in clay and needed an anatomy book for detail. This book in hardback will survive multiple page openings. Over 200 pages cover body part details. Great detail in this Vol 1 book. What this book lacks is more aging, untoned, and fat figures.

This book is a must for any sculptor or graphic artist that portrays the human form in their work. Beautifully illustrated step by step development of each part of the human anatomy. This is a go-to book if you are a beginner, journeyman or seasoned professional. Highly recommended.

Muito recomendável para todos amantes de escultura. Eh um livro avançado, com referências e textos que demanda ja um conhecimento e experiência, contudo, mesmo para iniciantes, se torna uma leitura interessante para complementar os primeiros passos e ilustrar técnicas avançadas. A qualidade técnica das paginas e das fotos o tornam também um item de colecionadores de livros de arte

I'm extremely satisfied with both the book and this seller! The book exceeded my expectations, and the seller provided excellent service. Highly recommend!