Artesis Plantijn Hogeschool Antwerpen
Koninklijke Academie van Antwerpen
Modelling Portret 338318/3580/2627/1/52
Study guide

Modelling Portret 3

38318/3580/2627/1/52
Academic year 2026-27
Is found in:
  • Bachelor of Arts in Visual Arts, programme stage 3
    Choice option within specialisation:
    • Sculpture within Fine Arts
  • Bachelor of Arts in Visual Arts
    Choice option within specialisation:
    • Sculpture within Fine Arts
  • Bridging Programme Visual Arts
    Programme option:
    • Sculpture
  • Preparatory Programme Visual Arts
    Programme option:
    • Sculpture
This is a single course unit.
Study load: 3 credits
Co-ordinator: Mrakovcic Lucia
Languages: Dutch, English
Scheduled for: Academic year
This course unit is marked out of 20 (rounded to an integer).
Possible deadlines for learning account: 01.12.2026 ()
Re-sit exam: not possible.
Possibility of deliberation: You have to pass this course unit (will never be deliberated).
Total study time: 78,00 hours

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Learning outcomes (list)

BA2 - The student has the necessary knowledge, skills and insights regarding material, form, action, concepts, function and contents of the chosen medi
The student masters the more advanced aspects of the modeling and moulage techniques.
You can translate the human anatomy into a 3D carrier in a modeling way.
You can construct a human figure on the basis of anatomical mechanical functioning.
BA3 - The student knows about and understands the social, cultural, artistic, historical and international context of the visual arts and artistic praxis, and continues to develop this knowledge and understanding.
The student has a thorough knowledge of historical and contemporary examples of sculpture.
The student is able to recognise the societal impact of the production process and justify it.
BA5 - When developing his/her personal visual language the students starts from a searching and reflective attitude when developing one's own visual language.
The student can come to a personal interpretation with clay.

Course content

Focus: autonomous interpretation – artistic positioning

Course Content 1

Autonomous Interpretation of the Portrait

Development of a personal interpretation of the portrait through observation, anatomical knowledge, and sculptural analysis.
Translation of sketches, design drawings, and model studies into autonomous sculptural portraits in clay.
Investigation of personal choices in form, movement, plasticity, rhythm, surface treatment, texture, and expression within the modelling process.
Integration of observation, interpretation, and artistic autonomy in the development of a coherent visual language.
Connection of portrait studies to the student’s own autonomous artistic practice and sculptural interests.

Course Content 2

Experimentation and Advanced Modelling Techniques

Further development of advanced modelling, mould-making, and finishing techniques within complex sculptural applications.
Experimentation with scale, deformation, fragmentation, material expression, and constructive solutions within portrait sculpture.
Investigation of different plastic strategies and their relationship to content, form, and artistic intention.
Application of complex mould-making and casting techniques within autonomous sculptural projects.
Reflection on the working process, technical choices, and the relationship between construction, interpretation, and expression.

Course Content 3

Artistic Positioning and Contextualisation

Analysis of historical and contemporary examples in portrait sculpture and sculpture in relation to the student’s own artistic practice.
Investigation of sculptural traditions, contemporary approaches, and relevant artistic references through visual material, texts, and independent research.
Development of insight into the social, conceptual, and material context of sculptural production processes.
Presentation and discussion of personal work during group discussions, studio visits, and evaluation moments.
Exercises focused on articulating, contextualising, and critically reflecting on one’s own sculptural practice.

Educational organisation (list)

Learning Activities
Artistic praxis35,00 hours
Work time outside of contact hours43,00 hours

Evaluation (list)

Evaluation(s) for first exam chance
MomentForm%Remark
1st examination periodArtistic practical assessment100,00

Evaluation (text)

Continuous evaluation using show and check points throughout the year, culminating in a final evaluation at the end of the academic year.