Artist, David Stead has a first attempt at making a figure sculpture from plaster, taking you step by step through the process with a mishap or two along the way.
I am extremely grateful for this video and i love your humility. it's encouraging for other artists to also know that the greatest fun is in the unknown, playing, making mistakes etc.... love it...really enjoyed your presentation style also.
So happy to find your video David. I’m a beginner sculptor too, working with plaster (look up the “dry lake bed” technique for plaster mixing. No matter, this is super helpful - I’m subscribing. P.s. love your energy!!!❤
Not sure I realised you had been _so_ sick, but what a journey you've had! So many have been left feeling vulnerable, or at least changed, by the pandemic. I believe beauty, i.e., art, is both our salvation and a prompt to move forward. Thus, I can't help but think the work you're doing now is extremely important. 🙏
Yes alot of us have week ankles due to the weight of our figures lol ! Great job and love your video's! Really appreciate you and learning from you. ❤ God bless - I'm so thankful you recovered . 🙏
Thank you David, this is such a useful lesson. I am working in a plaster statue using polystyrene rubbish from a skip and an aluminum wire armature, I love the ankle problem, it has made me consider weight distribution as mine will be top heavy. I will use your video as a reference. All the best
Thank you@@DavidSteadStudio , I'll have a look at that when Ive become a more confident sculptor, I'm a nart foundation mature student learning to think in three dimensions after doodling all my life. ICurrently discovering the perils of quick drying plaster, mine is over stirred, leaving me with two good mixes to three disasters, I.m glad I ordered 25KG!!
Really enjoyed this, I have my first lesson in plaster sculpture th8s coming Wednesday and this has helped me kn9wnwhat to expect, glad to hear you are better n9w.
Hey David, I love this. How has this stood the test of time? Has it since cracked and withered to nothing, or is this method nice and durable? Going to start something similar myself..
I find it magical, the “mistakes” we make. In your case, breaking your own head. It’s symbolic to me.
I am extremely grateful for this video and i love your humility. it's encouraging for other artists to also know that the greatest fun is in the unknown, playing, making mistakes etc.... love it...really enjoyed your presentation style also.
Very kind, thank you Emma.
The process is very organic and cathartic, to be sure. I love that you are "keeping it real" in a fake world.
I love this! Your honesty and enjoyment of trying something new is inspiring! Thanks for sharing.
So happy to find your video David. I’m a beginner sculptor too, working with plaster (look up the “dry lake bed” technique for plaster mixing. No matter, this is super helpful - I’m subscribing. P.s. love your energy!!!❤
I have worked with plaster forbover 30 years love it biggest piece i make was 5 ft tall based on heads on easter island
We dont make mistakes. We have happy accidents...
BOB ROSS.
Enjoyed your video. Thank you for sharing.
Not sure I realised you had been _so_ sick, but what a journey you've had! So many have been left feeling vulnerable, or at least changed, by the pandemic. I believe beauty, i.e., art, is both our salvation and a prompt to move forward. Thus, I can't help but think the work you're doing now is extremely important. 🙏
Thank you so much for your kind words Lyndsey x
I'm from Brazil and I'm delighted with your work. Simply wonderful...👏👏👏👏👏❤️
I can't wait to try this. Thank you. I love it.
So happy to hear that! Have fun! 🎉
Thank you for sharing, I truly enjoyed watching your process. Many blessings.
Yes alot of us have week ankles due to the weight of our figures lol ! Great job and love your video's! Really appreciate you and learning from you. ❤ God bless - I'm so thankful you recovered . 🙏
Loved this!! So inspiring, def gonna give it a go. You are brilliant btw :)
Thank you David, this is such a useful lesson. I am working in a plaster statue using polystyrene rubbish from a skip and an aluminum wire armature, I love the ankle problem, it has made me consider weight distribution as mine will be top heavy. I will use your video as a reference. All the best
Hi Nick. Since making the vid I've discovered Jesmonite...superb modeling material.
Thank you@@DavidSteadStudio , I'll have a look at that when Ive become a more confident sculptor, I'm a nart foundation mature student learning to think in three dimensions after doodling all my life. ICurrently discovering the perils of quick drying plaster, mine is over stirred, leaving me with two good mixes to three disasters, I.m glad I ordered 25KG!!
Nicely done. 👌👌👌
Love it David. Take care of yourself.
And you E.G.
Really enjoyed this, I have my first lesson in plaster sculpture th8s coming Wednesday and this has helped me kn9wnwhat to expect, glad to hear you are better n9w.
Glad it was helpful Emma
Brilliant 😅....
Wow!
great video.
would you mind sharing where you got your coffee mug?
Hey David, I love this. How has this stood the test of time? Has it since cracked and withered to nothing, or is this method nice and durable? Going to start something similar myself..
Amazing work sir David. How do I get training physically and mentally in your studio? 🎉😂
Welcome back.
Thank you Nick - it's been a while.
Will you do more sculptures? (Please?)😊
Hi Louise, thank you for your comment and yes...I'll soon be starting another sculpture.
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