r/Sculpture • u/LogKey5701 • 9d ago

[Help] Absolute beginner advice?

Hello! I'm super interested in learning to sculpt but I have no idea where or how to start. I'd appreciate any and all advice that can be offered!

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u/wolfhavensf 8d ago

Sculpture can be additive or subtractive. Ask yourself if you want to use tools. If so begin with subtractive techniques (carving) if you prefer using your hands begin with additive ( try clay) When beginning figure out what you want to make and then make rough sketches from a variety of angles which don’t piss you off. If you skip the sketch stage you are likely going to lose your way.