Designing and Sculpting Clay Figurines

(6 sessions x 3 hours)

This course introduces learners to basic designing and sculpturing skills to construct clay figurines. Learners will understand various materials and techniques for model-making and sculpturing. They will cultivate an appreciation for sculptural form and understand the principles of 3D form and space. In addition, they will study proportion, compositional design and facial features. Learners will visualise character design and sculpt the human torso, armature and limbs of a figurine. In addition, they will design character costume and sculpt accessories for a figurine. This course is recommended for arts practitioners, art business owners, working professionals or individuals interested in sculpting clay figurines.

Course Content

Constructing armature
Sculpting the head and facial features
Sculpting the human torso
Sculpting the body, upper limbs, lower limbs, hands and feet
Detailing and finishing of draperies and accessories
Hardening clay, post carving and sanding

A digital certificate will be issued upon successful course completion, which requires a minimum attendance rate of 75%.

Please note that no replacement classes are offered for missed lessons.

Once the course has commenced, no refunds will be issued for any withdrawal requests.

For any enquiries, please contact CLE at Tel: 6512 1388 or email [email protected]

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Our Trainers

Tay Swee Siong

Swee Siong holds an MA in Contemporary Practice from University of Huddersfield (UK) and a BA in Art from Curtin University of Technology (Australia). He was a full-time lecturer from 1996-2010 in the Fine Arts Department at Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA), and currently is an adjunct lecturer in the School of Arts and Design. He is an experienced teacher in drawing, painting and sculpturing. He has also initiated numerous community engagements with NTUC Health Senior Activity Centre (SILVERACE) and SAFRA.

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Course Information

Course Schedule
[March 2025 intake]
3 April – 15 May 2025 (Every Thu)
7pm – 10pm
No lesson on 1 May

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[July 2025 intake]
7 August – 11 September 2025 (Every Thu)
7pm – 10pm
No lesson on 30 January

Course Fee
S$720.00
S$389.72 (After NSA Subsidy)

Course fee does not include materials required for this course

Application Fee
S$48.00

Aid Schemes
NAC-NICA Training Support
National Silver Academy
SkillsFuture Credit
Union Training Assistance Program

SkillsFuture Mid-Career Credits of $4000 is not applicable to the course.

Application Information
Applications are accepted until 4 weeks before the course start date or when the course is full, whichever earlier.

Applications will open from 19 May 2025, for the July 2025 intakes.

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Customised Programmes

Transform and energise your organisation with us! Whether it is infographics or art therapy, we can work with your budget to create a programme that suits your needs.

Donors

Do you believe in the power of creativity to transform lives? You can make a difference by sponsoring art, design or media programmes for people in need. Your generosity will leave a lasting impact on the lives you touch and the art they create.

Get in touch with us at [email protected] to find out how you can create your own programmes today!

Information for Learners

CLE Office is located at NAFA Campus 1, Tower Block (Level 9).

We are open from Monday to Friday (excluding Public Holidays).

Operating hours:
9.30am - 12.30pm; 2.00pm - 5.00pm.

Available Subsidies:
SkillsFuture Credit
*SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy Credits are not applicable for all courses offered by our Centre
National Silver Academy (NSA)
NTUC Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP)

For any enquiries or assistance, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Hotline: 6512 1388

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