A head for figures

It was so good to get back to hand-building after a few weeks in the Glaze Room doing slip work.  I took advantage of my 'fruit bowl' press-mould to make the shoulders for my newest bust. The neck was formed by wrapping a slab around a plastic beaker and the base of the head was made from a small spherical slip-casting mould.

This sculpture is a quick study as it lacks fine definition.  I plan to make several and experiment with distortion and finishing techniques.  It feels good to be working again with 
terracotta.  A bit like coming home, but hopefully with fresh ideas and a working plan towards an ever-evolving project.