EX3 Design Craft bridges traditional craftsmanship and digital creation.
Classes are designed for artists and crafters. From the comfort of your own studio you will learn to sculpt in VR and transform real world techniques into 3D printable designs. These VR classes require no prior computer sculpting experience, just your existing creative skills. You will not have to memorize any menu surfing or CAD jargon used in traditional desktop computer modeling programs. Every class is taught one-on-one in VR allowing personalized instruction. Your class will focus on your unique creative and 3D printing goals. Apply now for your free 30-minute video consultation to start learning how to become a digital 3D creator and expand your creativity using the VR app Gravity Sketch.
*Your own personal VR headset is required to attend a class in VR.
The VR Gravity Sketch Foundation sculpting class was created for artists and crafts people. In this class you will work one-on-one with an instructor to create 3D printable objects. No previous computer sculpting experience required. You will learn how to create your own printable 3D files that can help you with mold making, casting, prototyping or any other creative process that can benefit from 3D computer sculpting. As a digital crafter, we will use traditional craft and art terminology while in VR. You will not have to memorize any menu surfing or CAD jargon used in traditional desktop computer modeling programs. At the end of class, you will have the skills to effortlessly create 3D printable sculptures intuitively in VR.
1 - Student
1 - Instructor
Class fee
$500.oo USD
Class session times
2 hours
1 day a week
4 weeks
Total class time
8 Hours
+ Homework
The VR Gravity Sketch Advanced Sculpting Class is for artists and craftspeople ready to elevate their VR 3D sculpting skills. In this hands-on class, you'll explore advanced techniques in topology, 3D composition, and precision sculpting. Building on your existing craft and design knowledge. You will learn to use VR tools efficiently to create high-quality production ready 3D models that are compatible with other 3D software. By the end of the class, you'll have the professional level control and skill to sculpt detailed refined 3D artwork and create Class-A surfaces with confidence.
1 - Student
1 - Instructor
Class fee
$625.oo USD
Class session times
2 hours
1 day a week
5 weeks
Total class time
10 Hours
+ Homework
This Interactive seminar is designed for classrooms, teams, and organizations looking to learn VR 3D sculpting together. Participants will engage in guided exercises. Together we will create 3D models, explore new techniques, and develop workflows for prototyping, casting, and product design. Using intuitive VR tools and familiar craft and design terminology. Teams gain practical skills while strengthening creative communication across the group. At the end of the workshop participants will have the experience and confidence to apply VR sculpting collaboratively to real world projects, improving efficiency, innovation, and a shared creative language.
4+ - Students
1 - Instructor
Work shop fee
Starting at $1,000.oo USD
Work shop times
Determined on client needs
Artist Website
Josue Maldonado is a multidisciplinary sculptor, designer, and Gravity Sketch certified instructor whose work bridges traditional craft techniques and emerging digital technologies. With a masters in 4D/interaction design and with over 25 years of experience in international and national advanced automotive design studios. Josue has developed a simple processes for artists, craftspeople, and designers to easily integrate VR sculpting with their creative flow. His expertise spans figure sculpting, automotive sculpting, VR sculpting, experience design, ceramics, welding, and other fabrication processes. Now based in Detroit, he teaches at the College for Creative Studies guiding students in hands on processes at the intersection of art and virtual reality sculpting.
Submit an application today for your free 30 minute consultation to meet with your instructor and discuss your future in learning VR sculpting.
General Motors, Cadillac Lyriq all electric SUV 2019 Clay model
Ford Motor Company, Ford GT Le Mans race car
2013 scale clay model
