NIADA Academy

Description: Lisa Lichtenfels shows all aspects of building a body in soft sculpture. It includes basic anatomy -- the shapes and placements of bones and muscles. It gives directions for creating a wire skeleton that you can pose and balance; and there are directions for building muscles in batting and for layering nylon as realistic skin.
Media Category: Soft Sculpture
Course Type: Self-directed (refer to the FAQ page for full descriptions of each course type)
Special Category: Legacy course

Course Format: Technique
Course Begins: March 01, 2024 - Ongoing
Course Duration: 5 hours

What will Students learn?  Basic anatomy, the shapes and placements of bones and building muscles using batting.
Instructor/Students interaction: No Interaction
Class Size: No Limit
Skill Level: All levels welcome
Required skill(s): Sewing and needle modelling skills

Supplies and tools: Noted in video
Downloads: 4 videos

Disclaimer: While the early recording technology and resolution of older video recordings may not be on par with current standards, the techniques and information shared by these Master Artists are timeless and still relevant for today's students.