the essence of the human form

A Structured Approach to Figurative Sculpture

The human figure is often taught as something complex, technical, and intimidating. Anatomy, proportions, measurements — all before you even begin.

The Giorgi Method was developed to make the understanding of the human figure in sculpture practical, logical, and accessible — especially for beginners. Rather than focusing on copying surface details, the method guides students to:

• Understand proportions and primary volumes
• Use anatomy as a functional tool
• Construct figures with solidity and balance and harmony
• Approach movement with structural clarity

In the hands-on workshop, you will learn a clear and essential approach to building the human figure, without complex anatomical study and without obsessive measuring. From the very first steps, you will work toward a complete, coherent, and expressive figure. Live demonstration is a central element of the method: students learn by observing the sculptural process as it unfolds in real time.

Teaching Figurative Sculpture in Pietrasanta Small Groups, Individual Guidance

Today, I teach figurative sculpture workshops in Pietrasanta, Italy, returning to the place where my sculptural path began. Workshops are held in small groups (maximum 6 students) to ensure:

• Individual guidance
• Continuous dialogue
• Live demonstrations
• A focused studio environment

The studio is conceived as a working space, where learning happens through making, observing, and asking questions. The goal of my teaching is not to impose a style, but to help students develop a clear and solid understanding of the human figure, providing tools they can continue to use independently.

Whether you are at the beginning of your journey or looking to strengthen your foundations, the Giorgi Method offers a structured and practical path into figurative sculpture.