Nan Phillips Dichroic Art Glass and Figurative Sculpture
Figurative Sculpture

 

Nan Phillips - Figurative Sculpture

 
I begin sculpting from a live model.  As the piece develops, I change and translate the model into a piece of art that speaks of beauty, serenity, and strength.
 
  Nan Phillips - In Repose in Clay  

I position the model in a way that suits both the model’s body and my idea for the piece, and take detailed body measurements.  I begin my sculpting process with a concept and a blank board, and build the piece by adding bit upon bit of clay.  Using proportional calipers I build out to the model’s dimensions and measurements, frequently using anatomy books and my own body, especially my hands and feet, to guild my work.

Creating the skin of the sculpture is what I particularly enjoy.  Accentuating bone, muscle and skin folds allows me to breathe life into my work.

 
 


I find that when I sculpt, I am at absolute peace with the world.

 
Tranquility by Nan Phillips
"Tranquility"
Torso by Nan Phillips
"Torso"
In Repose by Nan Phillips
"In Repose"
Deana by Nan Phillips
"Deana"
Disappearing Identity by Nan Phillips
"Disappearing Identity""
Figurative Sculpture of a Male Back by Nan Phillips
"Kinetic Energy"
 

Nan Phillips Art Studio
Richardson (North Dallas), Texas
Near I-75 and Campbell Rd.

nan@nan-art.com
972-238-5842

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