Dionisio Cimarelli
Sculpting the Bust in Clay
May 5th - May 11th, 2024
Sculpting the Bust in Clay
Dionisio Cimarelli
LOCATION
Marsala, Sicily
DATE
May 5th - May 11th, 2024
PRICE
$2900
NON PARTICIPATING PARTNER
$1000
MEDIUM
Water based clay
EXPERIENCE LEVEL
All levels welcome
CLASS SIZE
Maximum 13
WORKSHOP DETAILS
Join us for an all-inclusive sculpture workshop with Dionisio Cimarelli, uncovering the secrets to creating stunning clay busts. There will be a focus on the methods and tools needed to make a bust directly from a live model in order to study anatomy, structure, proportion, skull, and facial features, with careful observation of different expressions and exploring a variety of possible artistic interpretations.
This workshop will provide an understanding of techniques from Italian and European Old Masters, all while being surrounded by the impossible beauty of Marsala's stunning seascape and ancient greek and roman ruins and sculptures.
At the end of each day, you will return to a gorgeous boutique hotel nestled among the olive groves. Enjoy the astonishing sunsets. Sit back and relax by the pool as the chef prepares delicious meals for the group. Recharge after a full day of sculpting and get to know your classmates and instructor in a laid-back, enjoyable atmosphere, making new art friends for life!
Whether you're a beginner or a more experienced sculptor, you'll have the chance to develop your skills in a supportive and welcoming environment. Dionisio will provide daily critiques and demos. The teaching will accommodate all levels, and beginners will soon find themselves on their way to mastering the principles of clay sculpting, while more experienced students will take their work to the next level.
We can't wait to see you there!
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Step into a professional classroom setting and begin your artistic journey with a live model available for an immersive 360° portrait sculpting experience. Enjoy the convenience of our fully equipped space, complete with model stands, armatures, and a dedicated cleaning station. Need tools? We provide all essential modeling tools. Work under the watchful eye of a Master Sculptor and bring your vision to life. When it's time for a breather, rejuvenate with refreshments and a delightful Sicilian lunch cooked fresh just for you in our expansive kitchen and dining room. Dive in, sculpt, and savor every moment!
Overview
NUMBER OF NIGHTS:
6 nights
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
HOW TO REACH US:
Pickup at Palermo (PMO) airport.
See our pickup policy
MATERIALS:
Water based clay
EQUIPMENT:
The workshop includes all modeling tools and clay needed to complete your bust. Following the workshop, your finished bust may have a light-weight mold created and shipped to you at an additional cost
ACCOMMODATION
You will be staying at Baglio Custera, a boutique hotel in the heart of Marsala’s countryside. Known for its gardens and luxurious swimming pool, this modern resort stands on the Rakalia hill, the site of an ancient shrine to Hercules, surrounded by centenary olive trees and fragrant orange groves. Baglio Custera is a brand new hotel built on ancient lines, those of the Sicilian "baglio," or farmhouse.
From start to finish you will enjoy the extraordinary regional cuisine influenced by the unique flavors of the Mediterranean including garden-fresh vegetables and fruits, ancient grains, local cheeses and seafood. All meals, accommodation, and daily ground transport are Included in your package, including a celebratory welcome dinner with Dionisio.
Car rental is not necessary but recommended.
Dionisio Cimarelli
Master sculptor Dionisio Cimarelli is considered one of the most celebrated sculptors in the world today. His extensive training has taken him to Carrara's Academy of Fine Arts, the Repin Institute of Arts (St. Petersburg, Russia), and the Academy of Fine Arts (Prague, Czech Republic). Dionisio's work is showcased everywhere from the grandeur of the Berlin Philharmonic to the vibrant corners of the Venice Biennale, Beijing's International Art Biennale, and Seoul, South Korea. He receives commissions from governments, institutions and collectors the world over, and has been honored with numerous international awards, making him a true "maestro" of our time.
While many of Dionisio's sculptures are recognized in museums throughout the world, he is also responsible for important restoration works at the Louvre Museum and Stockholm's Royal Palace. Chances are you've witnessed his restoration magic in your travels. Dionisio's diverse talents have also led him to supervise stunning architecture in China and provide editorial expertise to China's Sculpture Magazine.
He has also shared his knowledge of sculpture at places like London's Wimbledon School of Art and in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Now, you can catch him inspiring the next generation of sculptors at art schools in New York City, as well as at exclusive workshops throughout Europe and the United States.