1. B4 EDUCATION
Sculpture’ and taught (always featuring a life the essentials for any sculptor’s tool-box, have been
model) with authority in a completely unique way. created by a professional sculptor for sculptors. For
Students are always fascinated and intrigued by the first time ever, real choice is being given to
how much they learn - even the models say they sculptors which has never been the case before!
have never learned so much whilst life-modelling! Painters have always had myriad brushes and
For anyone who has experienced disappointment equipment to choose from in art shops and buy
and lack of direction in their art classes, this is the depending on their budget and desire. Traditionally
place to come for inspiration and practical help. the poor relation in the art world, sculptors have
had to manage with sticks in comparison! Sinclair
The teaching at The Sculpture School is extremely Sculpture Tools offers sculptors the choice of very
impressive, so much so that students travel huge high quality tools, designed and developed by an
distances to study with them, some from as far expert, in a wide variety of styles and materials, so
away as Sweden and Brazil! Specialising in that aesthetics as well as functionality come into to
Figurative Sculpture, there are 6 modules to choose the buying decision.
from, suitable for all abilities. The weekend
workshops are so unique that no matter what a The wooden tools are handmade from English
students’ experience, they will be fascinated, Boxwood and Black Walnut, with amazing historical
inspired and have fun while they learn! Proof is in provenance in England. A connoisseur’s range in
the pudding, as they say, because The Sculpture beautiful collectible woods such as ebony, heart of
School has a 98% return rate with students coming yew, elderberry and holly is planned for the future.
FIGURATIVELY
SPEAKING
B4’s Richard Rosser unveils a largely undiscovered wealth of artistic talent and decides to tell all.
What is quite possibly one of to expand and diversify their business. Their property developments, corporate environments or back to do at least 4 modules! A selection of wooden ‘Sculpting Blades’ are being
Buckinghamshire’s best kept secrets is, extensive knowledge, talents and passion for personal portraits - his experience guarantees you hand-carved from sustainable hardwoods in
amazingly, to be found nestling in a quiet figurative sculpture shines through these new will always be assured of quality and design. Exciting new projects evolve continuously: The Thailand which adds to the enormous choice being
farmland setting on the edge of the Wendover developments, and are a tremendous asset to the Sculpture School is now an attraction at offered.
hills … a positive treasure trove of artistic talent long established Ridgeway Sculpture Design Like gold coins gleaming in a treasure chest, the conferences, business clubs, team-building events,
in the businesses run by Andrew Sinclair ARBS business. dynamic couples’ newer business sparkles with schools, colleges and art societies. Learning new Creating an all-encompassing range of sculpture
and Diane Coates. passion and vision. Breathing life into a dying art, creative skills is motivational and a life-enhancing tools, working closely with British companies to
So let’s take a look at them one at a time… The Sculpture School is reviving the teaching of experience. For Diane and Andrew, however, getting design and precision manufacture the range of
The partnership of two sculptors, Andrew (20 years ..Ridgeway Sculpture Design traditional sculpture skills with an inspirational to grips with computer technology is challenging so metal tools has taken almost 2 years to bring them
of professional sculpting with a prestigious client breath of fresh air. they are thrilled to announce that they have to market! What is exciting is that these metal
base) and Diane (7 years as a sculptor and 10 as Prestigious commissions for The Royal Box at Ascot embraced the 21st century and are launching a ‘Surface Steels’ will revolutionise the working
a painter) is serendipitous. Their former teacher & Racecourse and Crosby Hall are representative of When it comes to creating a figurative or portrait brand new E-Learning Portal this month to add to practice in more specialized areas like the film
pupil relationship has developed into a formidable the incredible sculpture talent that has led Andrew sculpture most people haven’t a clue where to their sculpture cornucopia! So, come and be special effects industry, as well as for professional
inspired, get creative and paint in clay. You will have and hobby artists alike.
fun and be surprised by what you learn!
“The Sculpture School is reviving the teaching of traditional sculpture skills Something that has never been attempted before,
with an inspirational breath of fresh air.”
The final jewel glinting promise in the duo’s the jewel in the crown, so to speak, is a series of
sculpture treasury is Sinclair Sculpture Tools…. short on-line videos explaining their usage and
value! This provides authoritative, helpful customer
business team, with vast experience and a real to be one of the foremost figurative sculptors in the start! An ideal way to learn the essential skills and The accidental breaking of a precious sculpture tool support and offers a forum for ideas.
passion for figurative art. Andrew’s depth of country today. His breadth of knowledge, techniques is to spend a weekend at The Sculpture was the pivotal moment in the creation of Sinclair
knowledge and experience makes him a true enthusiasm for classical skills and craftsmanship School, where Andrew and Diane are fervent in Sculpture Tools. Andrew’s attempts to replace it So, if you would like to come treasure hunting and
authority on all aspects sculpture, whilst Diane’s and his command of sculpture talent ensures his their belief that knowledge is power! They desire failed because sculpture tool production in Europe discover hidden talents – yours, or those of Andrew
sales experience, plus her artistic abilities, add to authority on all aspects of sculpture! Ridgeway nothing more than to rejuvenate the world of has all but ceased, so he blithely made one for & Diane – please contact them for more
the dynamic chemistry of their businesses: The Sculpture Design has been the mainstay of sculpture through skilled craftsmanship: with a nod himself: “It was then that I came to appreciate how information on commissions, sculpture workshops.
Sculpture School, Sinclair Sculpture Tools and Andrew’s commercial sculpture business for many to classical sculpture, innovative tricks of the trade difficult it was to create a tool that actually worked!
Ridgeway Sculpture Design. years – from corporate commissions by public combined with modern technology are taught by Two years later, I have become something of an www.andrew-sinclair.com
figures, 16 ft. horses, designs for the Royal Mint, to Andrew in a systematic fashion, which is expert on tool design and function.” www.thesculptureschool.co.uk
The Sculpture School and Sinclair Sculpture Tools fantasy sculptures on cruise-liners. Andrew is tremendous fun as well as mind-blowing! A strong www.dianecoates.co.uk
are exciting recent ventures in the couples’ plans always delighted to discuss projects for hotels, emphasis is placed on ‘Anatomy and Physiology for Over 20 stunningly beautiful but functional tools, www.sinclairsculpturetools.com
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