The Tom Bass Sculpture Studio School is unique. Founded by Tom Bass in 1974, it is Australia’s oldest and most respected institution dedicated to teaching sculpture in the classic atelier tradition.
Working in a large fully-equipped studio, students of all levels learn one-on-one from professional and dedicated sculptors in a friendly, creatively stimulating atmosphere.
Whether you’re sculpting in clay, stone, direct plaster, papier mache, wax or wire, you will be challenged and empowered to learn to ‘see’ and be inspired to develop your own creative expression. At TBSSS you’ll find yourself absorbed in another world apart from the everyday.
For more information on Tom, visit www.tombass.org.au
“We teach you to see,
not merely to look.”
Tom Bass, 1916 – 2010
Course Overview
Workshops
10 Weeks
Our 3 hour workshops are suitable for students of all skill levels, and aim to develop an understanding of the fundamental aspects of creating sculpture.
Special Workshops
We offer a range of special workshops including one day and weekend courses, intensive courses or workshops over a few weeks. You can learn to carve stone, create sculptural ceramic works, work from the life study, plus much more…
Working from the Life Model
Working from a life model, this is an opportunity for the in-depth study of pose, exploring rhythm and expression of the human form. The Life Study runs at different times of the year, as short intensive workshops and extended terms. This class is suitable for intermediate and experienced students.
Term Dates 2025
Term 1: Mon 3 February – Sat 12 April
Term 2: Mon 28 April – Sat 5 July
Term 3: Mon 21 July – Thu 25 September
Annual Studio Exhibition: Sat 28 September
Term 4: Mon 13 October – Thu 18 December
