The mouth, a focal point of facial expression and communication, holds a nuanced significance in portraying emotions and character. It is vital in capturing the essence of the individual's personality and speech.

Join sculptor Joël A. Prévost in an immersive workshop focused on sculpting the intricate features of the mouth. Participants will delve into the art of crafting detailed lips, defining the contours of smiles, and capturing the subtleties of expressions. Through hands-on guidance and demonstrations, participants will learn essential techniques and gain valuable insights into selecting the right tools for sculpting precision.

This workshop will explore the morphology and dynamics of the mouth, highlighting key elements essential for lifelike representation. Discussions on the expressive power of the mouth and its role in conveying emotions will deepen participants' understanding of facial anatomy.

Participants will also delve into the anatomy of the oral group muscles, learning how to express emotions through precisely sculpting these essential structures.

Designed for artists of all levels, this workshop offers a transformative learning experience under the mentorship of a professional sculptor.

Two- Class Workshop:

Sunday, October 5th & 12th, 2025, 1:00pm- 4:00pm

$256.68 + $40.00 Material Fee = $296.68

About the Instructor:

Born in Lac Saint-Jean, Quebec, Canada in 1963, Joël A. Prévost spent a few years on Vancouver Island before moving to Nova Scotia to study Community Development. He continued his education and worked in Ottawa before returning to western Canada in the mid-80s.

Joël spent the next twenty years in British Columbia where he worked as a facilitator with non-profit organizations in planning and fundraising. This experience led him to become a promoter in music, the theatre and visual arts, as well as taking on the role as a producer for concerts, music series and cultural events. During this time he also learned how sculpt.

In 2006 Joël settled in Montréal where he established L’Atelier de Sculpture du Village. There he taught sculpture to students whose backgrounds encompassed related art fields such as cinema, the circus, 3D animation and video games. He also instructed visual artists seeking to perfect their skills in rendering the human form. Joël has recently relocated from Montréal and established the Vancouver Island Sculpting Studio, in British Columbia, a professional clay and plasticine sculpting studio. With 25 years’ experience as a sculptor, he currently teaches sculpting using life models, to students at all levels.

His works can be found in numerous private and corporate collections in Canada, the United States, France, Italy, Switzerland, New Zealand, Australia and China.