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Forensic Art: Master Facial Reconstruction Sculpture With Karen T. Taylor www.karenttaylor.com Most forensic art techniques are refined through repeated case experience. This master sculpture workshop offers practitioners a unique simulation of actual field work and encourages application and development of skills. Attendees study relevant aspects of bony and muscular anatomy and review the step‐by‐step facial reconstruction process. Current research regarding tissue depth data sets and individual feature development will be discussed. Utilizing oil‐based plastiline clay, participants will learn more about predicting and sculpting each facial feature based on skull morphology. Finishing techniques, sculpting hair, and practical options for dealing with incomplete skulls will be demonstrated. Skulls of various ages and ancestries will be used during class and participants will have the opportunity to see the life photos of the deceased person upon completion of their forensic sculpture. Registration Information: Sophia Mavroudas at [email protected], phone: 512‐245‐1900 or http://www.txstate.edu/anthropology/facts/workshops/Master‐
forensic‐art.html Pre‐requisite: Karen T. Taylor’s Forensic Facial Reconstruction Sculpture workshop. Training with Betty Pat. Gatliff may be substituted. TCLEOSE credit may be availble Audience: This workshop benefits both technical and fine artists who depict the human face in their work. Practical applications in law enforcement, museum, medical, and other environments, including traditional portraiture. Topics: *Current research data on tissue depths and features *Review of step‐by‐step reconstruction process *Advanced sculpting techniques for features and hair *Morphological features of various ages and ancestries Details: September 22‐26, 2014 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Freeman Ranch Texas State University San Marcos, TX Tuition: $885.00/person *Tuition includes supplies and use of equipment *The textbook Forensic Art and Illustration is highly recommended but not required. * Sculpting experience required. Forensic Anthropology Center at Texas State Department of Anthropology Texas State University 601 University Drive San Marcos, TX 78666 Forensic Art: Master Reconstruction Sculpture with Karen T. Taylor September 22‐26, 2014 Forensic Art: Master Reconstruction Sculpture Workshop with Karen T. Taylor Forensic Anthropology Center at Texas State; September 22‐26, 2014 Name: ______________________________________ Email:__________________________________ Address:_____________________________________ Phone:_________________________________ ____________________________________________ Agency:_ _______________________________ Amount Enclosed:_________________________________ * Make checks payable to “FACTS” Please cut and return with payment to: Sophia Mavroudas Department of Anthropology Texas State University, 601 University Drive, San Marcos, Texas 78666