Janet's portrait in clay

[Bob Botha]

A first for me, a portrait in ceramic clay. I had such a good time doing my little jazz player that I wanted to progress further with this sculpting medium, so, spurred on by Heidi's help and advice on her sculpting forum and my daughter-in-law's patience in being my subject material, I produced this piece. It was a great learning experience and I'm looking forward to doing more. There's an intangible satisfaction
in working in three dimensions using your hands!

[David Carroll]

Well done for a first. The ceramic process adds some additional challenges too. I hope you will continue to post more of your sculpture.

Peace,

[Bob Botha]

Thank you David for your comments, I hope to continue with this medium and If I do anything I consider worthwhile, I'll certainly post it!

[Claudemir Bonfim]

Very nice.

[Bob Botha]

Thank you, Claudemir!

[James Garrison]

You inspire me to try sculpture again. I remember, as a student at Ringling, the challenges of modeling the figure in various academic poses. It helped a great deal with learning to draw.
James

[Bob Botha]

Thanks, James, I say, Go for it!

[Heidi Maiers]

Hey Bob,
Haven't popped in here in a while, but just noticed you posted Janet here. I think she turned out lovely and it was interesting hearing about your challenges with her that you were able to overcome and the hands on experimentation with the patina when things didn't go quite as you'd hoped. So glad that you had the confidence to see her through to the finish and not give up - congratulations are due for that feat alone! It does get easier, believe me.
I completely agree about the satisfaction of using your hands - especially in ceramic, when the clay is fresh and soft. Gives me goosebumps just thinking about it..

[Enzie Shahmiri]

Bob, I haven't been around much either, but wanted to say she turned out lovely. Your first?! Wau!