Over 550 photographs of sixty-five different sculptures illustrate a series of exercises organized in a progressive manner. For the beginner, the step-by-step method provides a means to achieve fast results as well as a solid foundation in the knowledge of anatomy. For the advanced artist, there is a wealth of information on topics such as the aging process, mechanics of expression, and advanced mold making. Includes illustrations and exercises for modeling the bones and muscles of the head and shoulders; techniques for modeling individual features; methods for correcting common mistakes; step-by-step demonstrations for working in planes ; and a special section on repairing a shattered sculpture.--From publisher description.