[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_wp_custommenu nav_menu=”5″ el_class=”sub”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_gallery interval=”3″ images=”5739″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The good news is that COVID-19 infection rates in Australia have been steadily improving, with the state government announcing the gradual lifting of restrictions in New South Wales last month. From June 1, galleries, cinemas and other recreational facilities will be able to re-open, which has prompted us to think carefully about the way forward for TBSSS. Our teachers, management and board are working behind the scenes to devise a plan for the re-opening of the School, which we very much hope can…

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_wp_custommenu nav_menu=”5″ el_class=”sub”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_gallery interval=”3″ images=”5863″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]How long have been at TBSSS?  This is my second year at Tom Bass. I discovered the Sculpture School at the end of 2018 and decided to do some fun creative things as a new year resolution for 2019. After my first term with Christine as my teacher I was hooked and booked in for each term after that. Where do you travel from each week? I live in Tempe so it’s not far to travel to the School. What do you do when…

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_wp_custommenu nav_menu=”5″ el_class=”sub”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_gallery interval=”3″ images=”5848″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Over the past eight weeks I have had the privilege of staying at my childhood home in Werri Beach. I set up a small studio space in the garage and kept myself busy mould-making and casting. Using a silicone mould has meant that I have been able to cast the same figure many times over, altering the composition slightly each time, and casting in different materials. The repetitive practice of casting has been soothing and meditative, easing my mind in this stressful period….