Create a humanistic figure in clay that follows the structure and proportions of a human body. It should be a natural pose that can support itself.
Painting the Figure
After it has been fired in the kiln, paint the clay figure.
Begin with a thin (watered down), DARKER version of the color you want for the basic flesh tone. It should be more liquid so that it flows into the harder-to-reach areas. Make sure the darker color gets into all the cracks and crevices, so that none of the ceramic is visible. Then, layer other colors on top of the darker color. Be sure to include variations of color (tints and shades). Add color details and textures. Works towards fine craftsmanship.
You may add texture, pattern, or ornamental detail that flows with the lines of the figure. You can make the figure a three-dimensional design.
Painting the Figure
After it has been fired in the kiln, paint the clay figure.
Begin with a thin (watered down), DARKER version of the color you want for the basic flesh tone. It should be more liquid so that it flows into the harder-to-reach areas. Make sure the darker color gets into all the cracks and crevices, so that none of the ceramic is visible. Then, layer other colors on top of the darker color. Be sure to include variations of color (tints and shades). Add color details and textures. Works towards fine craftsmanship.
You may add texture, pattern, or ornamental detail that flows with the lines of the figure. You can make the figure a three-dimensional design.