Litmus Gallery

Exhibition Opportunities:

Litmus Gallery is available for rent during select months to artists wishing to sponsor an exhibition of their work. The cost is $175.00 for a one month exhibit. Exhibiting artists are responsible for all aspects of the exhibition including advertising, reception, supervising the gallery during the scheduled times the exhibit is open to the public, set-up, take-down, and insuring that the exhibition space is restored to the condition it was in prior to the exhibition. Additional information / questions / reserve the gallery: email: artvision@bellsouth.net

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COMMISSIONING A TORSO SCULPTURE OF YOURSELF

DESCRIPTION OF TORSO SCULPTURE:

The clay torso sculpture created is a representation of the trunk of the body. In addition, it includes a small part of the neck but not the head, a portion of the arms above the elbow, and the legs above the knees. A client can be sculpted in either a standing, seated, or reclining pose. If a standing pose is selected, the completed sculpture will be approximately 12 inches in height -- ideal for displaying on a coffee or end table, bookshelf, or pedestal.

PROCESS:

It normally takes two 3-hour sessions, scheduled on different days, to complete the sculpture. Occasionally, depending on the complexity of the pose, an additional session may be required. During each 3-hour session the client will pose in the nude for 25-minute time intervals separated by 5-minute breaks. Upon completion, the sculpture will be air-dried for several weeks and then bisque fired. Once fired, it will be finely sanded to a smooth, marble-like satin finish. A clear acrylic matte finish will be applied to seal the surface. Felt will be placed on the base of the sculpture.

SCHEDULE:

Sculpting sessions are normally conducted during afternoons or evenings, Sunday through Thursday. However, sessions can be scheduled at other times to fit a client’s schedule.

LOCATION:

Sculpting sessions will be held in the artist’s studio located at 312 West Cabarrus Street in downtown Raleigh. Litmus Art Gallery and several other studios are located in the same building.

COST:

The cost of a commissioned clay torso sculpture as described is $375.00, which is due at the completion of the sculpture. If the completed sculpture does not meet the client’s expectations or for any other reason the client does not wish to proceed with the purchase, the client may decline the purchase without financial obligation. If the purchase is declined the completed sculpture will become the property of the sculptor. Clients will not receive any payment for the time spent posing for the sculpture.

OTHER OPTIONS:

There are options to commission a sculpture of the entire body or to commission a sculpture of any theme for which you do not pose for the sculpture. A portrait sculpture of your pet or general animal sculpture can also be commissioned.

*Information / prices on additional sculptural options / commission a sculpture- call or email: 919/571-3605 / artvision@bellsouth.net.

SCULPTOR:

James (Jim) Fatata is an accomplished artist who specializes in figurative sculpture. His works have been juried into numerous art shows and exhibitions. You can see numerous examples of his work by visiting Litmus Gallery & Studios at 312 W. Cabarrus St. in Raleigh, NC.

Raleigh Sculpture Group

RALEIGH SCULPTURE GROUP offers adults, beginners and experienced artists, a unique opportunity to explore their artistic abilities and expand their art experiences through sculpture.

New sculpture sessions start March 26, 27, & 31

Nude female models will pose on Wednesday nights, 6:30-9:15 PM, and nude male models on Thursday nights, 6:30-9:15 PM. For these sessions 2 different female models and 2 different male models will be used. One female model and one male model will pose solo for two sessions while another female and another male model will pose solo for four sessions. The 2 sessions will allow one to complete a 3-D torso, a 2-D torso fragment for hanging on the wall, or a rough sketch of the entire figure. The four sessions will allow for completing an entire 3-D sculpture.  The sets of dates for the female models are: Mar. 26, Apr. 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30. The sets of dates for the male models are: Mar. 27, Apr. 3, 10, 17, 24, & May 1. The cost is $20 per session without instruction/assistance. The cost for someone wanting instruction/assistance is $25 for each of the first 4 sessions and then $20 for all additional sessions.  The sessions are limited to 7 people. Priority in reserving a spot for these sessions will be given to participants who wish to take all 6 sessions with female or male models or both.

Portrait sculpture (just the head) sessions will be held on Monday nights, 6:30 - 9:15 PM. The set of dates for the portrait sessions are Mar. 31, Apr. 7, 14, 21, 28, & May 5. One model will pose for all 6 sessions. Each session will start with instruction by Hoke Kimball on techniques for completing a portrait.  The cost is $20 per session (no additional cost for instruction). The sessions are limited to 7 participants.

Call 919-571-3605 or email artvision@bellsouth.net to reserve a space for these sessions.

Additional Information

Resident Artists

Take a few minutes and tour the gallery by selecting any of the images below for an artist profile & information.

Enjoy.