Ryan Kurylo Fine Artist

Sculpting Expressive Faces
2024-01-07 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Edmonton) | The Paint Spot Artelier Studio, 10045 81 Ave, Edmonton, AB, Canada
Discover the art of sculpting expressive faces in this hands-on workshop with natural pottery clay. Delve into the world of emotional storytelling as we learn to form and shape facial features that convey a range of feelings. Guided by your passionate instructor, you will explore the nuances of expression, joy, sorrow, surprise, and more. Through step-by-step demonstrations, participants will master basic sculpting techniques, emphasizing the creation of lively and evocative faces. This workshop is designed for all skill levels, fostering a supportive and creative environment where each artist can infuse their unique emotions into the clay, resulting in a truly expressive and personalized sculpture.
Call 780-432-0240 to Register.

Character Sculpting
2023-11-26 11:00 - 17:00, 2023-07-09 11:00 - 17:00, 2023-05-01 11:00 - 17:00 | The Paint Spot Artelier Studio, 10045 81 Ave, Edmonton, AB, Canada
Have a fun experience sculpting the human head with clay. Using traditional clay, you will be guided through the steps to create a ½ life size, realistic human head sculpture.
Ryan’s low-stress environment is great for beginners to experience clay sculpture for the first time or for experienced artists to sharpen their visual communication skills.
Learn how to create the human face with realism and style. Difficult to sculpt shapes like eyes, nose and mouth are simplified. This class will improve the skills of intermediate sculptors and 2D artists alike. Bring home your sculpture to proudly display on your shelf or use it as a model for further 2D and 3D works.
Call The Paint Spot to Register: 780-432-0240

Gesture Figure Sculpting
2023-11-12 09:30 - 16:00 | Strathcona Art Society, 590 Broadmoor Blvd., Sherwood Park, AB, Canada
Unlock your creativity and bring your emotions to life with our Gesture Sculpting Workshop! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of expressive figure sculpting using professional materials and techniques, including building a wire armature and clay maquette. Using a live model as reference, Ryan will guide you through the process of creating expressive, dynamic sculptures inspired by the human form and movement. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, this workshop is the perfect opportunity to refine your skills, explore new techniques, and connect with other creatives. Join us for a fun and engaging experience that will take your figurative art to the next level!
Take home your plasticine maquette to pose on your shelf or use for further study.

Character Sculpting - Human Face
2023-10-29 09:30 - 16:00 | Strathcona Art Society, 590 Broadmoor Blvd., Sherwood Park, AB, Canada
Have a fun experience sculpting the human head with clay. Using traditional clay, you will be guided through the steps to create a ½ life size, realistic human head.
Ryan’s low-stress environment is great for beginners to experience clay sculpture for the first time or for experienced artists to sharpen their visual communication skills.
Learn how to create the human face with realism and style. Difficult to sculpt shapes like eyes, nose and mouth are simplified. This class will improve the skills of intermediate sculptors and 2D artists alike. Bring home your sculpture to proudly display on your shelf or use it as a model for further 2D and 3D works.
Call Art Society of Strathcona County to Register: 780-449-4443

Human Skull Study in Clay
2023-10-15 11:00 - 17:00 | The Paint Spot Artelier Studio, 10045 81 Ave, Edmonton, AB, Canada
Unleash your inner artist and learn the art of skull sculpting in our immersive workshop! Using classic pottery clay and renaissance techniques, you’ll be guided through the process of creating a stunningly realistic and detailed 1/2 life size human skull sculpture. Ryan will teach you everything you need to know about anatomy, proportion, texture, and shading, helping you to bring this difficult shape to life in three dimensions. Whether you’re a seasoned sculptor or a curious beginner, our workshop is designed to be both challenging and rewarding, offering you the opportunity to refine your skills and explore new techniques in a supportive and inspiring environment. This exercise is particularly recommended to help portrait artists on their journey toward realism. Come join us and discover the magic of sculpting this ubiquitous form – you won’t be disappointed!

Gesture Sculpting the Figure
2023-09-17 10:30 - 17:30 | The Paint Spot Artelier Studio, 10045 81 Ave, Edmonton, AB, Canada
Unlock your creativity and bring your emotions to life with our Gesture Sculpting Workshop! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of expressive figure sculpting using professional materials and techniques, including building a wire armature and clay maquette. Using a live model as reference, Ryan will guide you through the process of creating expressive, dynamic sculptures inspired by the human form and movement. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, this workshop is the perfect opportunity to refine your skills, explore new techniques, and connect with other creatives. Join us for a fun and engaging experience that will take your figurative art to the next level!
Take home your plasticine maquette to pose on your shelf or use for further study.
Call The Paint Spot to Register: 780-432-0240

5-Day Anatomy for Artists Retreat
2023-08-14 - 2023-08-18 | The Paint Spot Artelier Studio, 10045 81 Ave, Edmonton, AB, Canada
Class time from 6:00-9:00pm daily. This 5 day workshop focuses on teaching participants the fundamentals of understanding human anatomy using clay over an existing skeleton armature. Each day of the workshop will cover a specific area of the human figure, beginning with an overview of the skeletal and muscular anatomy of the area. Through a combination of instructor-led demonstrations and hands-on practice, participants will learn how to build up clay muscles around the skeleton armature to create a classic ecorche (muscle and bone) study. The instructor will provide individual feedback and guidance to each participant throughout the workshop. At the end of the workshop, each participant will bring home their completed clay sculpture, a dynamically posed human ecorche figure that reflects their own unique artistic vision and understanding of anatomy.
The workshop is designed for individuals of all skill levels who are interested in improving their sculpting skills, realism and understanding of human anatomy.
Call The Paint Spot to Register: 780-432-0240

5 Day Portrait Sculpting Retreat
2023-06-26 - 2023-06-30 | The Paint Spot Artelier Studio, 10045 81 Ave, Edmonton, AB, Canada
Class time from 1:00-4:14pm daily. This 5-day workshop is designed to teach participants how to sculpt a likeness of the human face with clay using a live model. The workshop is structured around 3-hour sessions each day, and will cover basic anatomy, techniques for sculpting with water-based clay, and refining the basic shapes and features of the face. Participants will also learn how to add details and express emotion in their sculptures, with individual feedback and guidance from the instructor. By the end of the workshop, participants will have created their own unique clay sculpture of a human face, and will have gained new skills and techniques for future sculpting projects.
This experience is designed for intermediate and advanced artists seeking realism and likeness in their portrait work. Students will choose to work in life-size or half-life size depending on their skill and motivation.

Pet Portrait Sculpting in Relief
2023-06-11 11:00 - 17:00 | The Paint Spot Artelier Studio, 10045 81 Ave, Edmonton, AB, Canada
This one-day sculpting workshop will guide you to create a stunning relief sculpture of your beloved pet using water-based clay. Expert sculpting instructor Ryan will guide you through the process of sculpting your pet’s portrait in relief, starting with the basics of shaping and molding the clay to bring out the details of your pet’s face. You will learn how to use different sculpting tools to create texture and depth, as well as techniques for creating a three-dimensional effect. Throughout the day, you will receive individual attention and guidance from our instructor, as well as feedback and support from your fellow participants. By the end of the workshop, you will have a beautiful and unique sculpture that you can take home and treasure for years to come.
No prior experience in sculpting is required for this workshop, as our instructor will provide all the necessary instruction and support to ensure that you create a beautiful portrait of your pet. All materials, including clay and sculpting tools will be provided.

Not just dogs and cats! Horses, reptiles, birds even fantasy creatures are all great subjects! Don’t miss this opportunity to create a beautiful work of art that celebrates the love and companionship of your furry friend. Join us for our one-day sculpting workshop and create a cherished keepsake that you will treasure forever.
Call The Paint Spot: 780-432-0240 to Register

Sculpting With Style - Human Face
2023-03-19 12:30 - 17:30 | The Paint Spot Artelier Studio, 10045 81 Ave, Edmonton, AB, Canada
Sunday March 19 2023
12:30 PM – 5:30 PM
$90 ($80 + $10 Supply Fee)
Have a fun experience sculpting the human head with clay. Using traditional clay, you will be guided through the steps to create a ½ life size, realistic human head.
Ryan’s low-stress environment is great for beginners to experience clay sculpture for the first time or for experienced artists to sharpen their visual communication skills.
Learn how to create the human face with realism and style. Difficult to sculpt shapes like eyes, nose and mouth are simplified. This class will improve the skills of intermediate sculptors and 2D artists alike. Bring home your sculpture to proudly display on your shelf or use it as a model for further 2D and 3D works.
Call The Paint Spot to Register: 780-432-0240
