The Compleat Sculptor
Classes in NYC
The Compleat Sculptor, Inc. is a leading supplier of sculpture equipment and materials, serving various creative industries such as support and training in set design, movie special effects, and toy prototyping.
9 classes with availability
Stone Carving with Alex Khalifa
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Step into stone carving in a hands-on, expertly guided workshop. Learn to shape, refine, and polish stone using traditional tools, with personalized instruction supporting your creative direction. Whether you are starting out or have years of art-making behind you, the course builds the skills and self-trust to work independently. Open studio hours let you refine your craft at your own pace.
Nov 5th
6–9pm ET
Meets 3 Times
Nov 7th
10am–1pm ET
Meets 4 Times
Dec 3rd
6–9pm ET
Meets 3 Times
Dec 5th
10am–1pm ET
Meets 4 Times
Stone Carving Class: A Skill Based Approach
The Compleat Sculptor See all classes by this school @ 110 West 19th Street, New York, NY
Tap into the artist inside you at our Stone Carving Class. Build the skills needed to handle tools with control and create striking sculptures in limestone. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced carver, the sequential approach challenges you in a supportive setting.
Nov 3rd
5–8pm ET
Meets 4 Times
Dec 1st
5–8pm ET
Meets 4 Times
Stone Carving with Ailene Fields
The Compleat Sculptor See all classes by this school @ 110 West 19th Street, New York, NY
Discover the craft of stone carving in this highly respected course taught by renowned sculptor Ailene Fields. Pick up the techniques of initial roughing out, form development, and final finishing, while choosing from a range of stone options. This individually focused class gives you the essential knowledge to produce your own striking stone sculptures.
Nov 4th
4–7pm ET
Meets 4 Times
Dec 2nd
12–3pm ET
Meets 4 Times
Dec 2nd
4–7pm ET
Meets 4 Times
Jan 6th
12–3pm ET
Meets 4 Times
Jan 6th
4–7pm ET
Meets 4 Times
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Direct Carving in Wood
The Compleat Sculptor See all classes by this school @ 110 West 19th Street, New York, NY
Explore the craft of direct wood carving, letting the natural qualities of the wood guide your creative choices. Whether you are a beginner or have some carving experience, this hands-on class encourages you to work freely and build a deeper connection with your material. Lean into the challenge of subtractive sculpture and create unique pieces that reflect your vision.
Nov 9th
5:30–8:30pm ET
Meets 4 Times
Dec 7th
5:30–8:30pm ET
Meets 4 Times
Epoxy Clay Hand Building Class
The Compleat Sculptor See all classes by this school @ 110 West 19th Street, New York, NY
Explore versatile epoxy clay techniques for building, sculpting, and assembling creative projects with confidence. Learn how to work with armatures, silicone molds, texture tools, and professional finishing methods, including sanding, gluing, and painting. Through guided, hands-on instruction, you'll develop practical skills for creating durable, detailed sculptures using a variety of epoxy materials.
Resin Rubber Overview: Casting
The Compleat Sculptor See all classes by this school @ 110 West 19th Street, New York, NY
Explore the craft of casting in this introductory workshop built to give beginners a solid foundation in essential materials and techniques. Examine the properties of gypsums, polyurethanes, epoxies, and silicones, and understand when to use each for optimal results. With guidance on release agents, bonded metal casting, and finishing options, this course delivers valuable insight for producing high-quality casts.
Resin Rubber Overview: Mold Making
The Compleat Sculptor See all classes by this school @ 110 West 19th Street, New York, NY
Explore the essentials of mold making in this beginner-friendly workshop built to demystify key materials including polyurethane, polysulfide, and silicone. Learn about a range of mold types, from box molds to multi-part molds, and see when and how to use each effectively. Ideal for newcomers, the course gives you a strong foundation in materials and techniques for successful mold making.
Wood Whittling
The Compleat Sculptor See all classes by this school @ 110 West 19th Street, New York, NY
Discover the art of shaping wood into expressive, small-scale sculptures using simple hand tools. Build foundational skills in safe tool handling, design planning, and carving techniques that bring your ideas to life. Progress from rough shaping to refined detailing, finishing with smooth surfaces and optional treatments. Ideal for beginners seeking a focused, hands-on creative practice.
Nov 3rd
11am–2pm ET
Meets 4 Times
Nov 3rd
5–8pm ET
Meets 4 Times
Portrait Sculpting in Clay: The Female Head
The Compleat Sculptor See all classes by this school @ 110 West 19th Street, New York, NY
Sculpt a lifelike portrait in clay using a step-by-step approach guided by expert instruction. Working from a live model, refine proportions, develop anatomical awareness, and bring expressive depth to your work. From blocking the form to modeling intricate details, gain hands-on experience with essential tools and techniques in a supportive, small-class setting.
Jan 4th
6–9pm ET
Meets 4 Times
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Mold-Making Hands-On Intensive
The Compleat Sculptor See all classes by this school @ 110 West 19th Street, New York, NY
Step into a hands-on exploration of mold making as you work with silicone, plaster, resin, and wax to create precise, professional-quality forms. Learn multiple techniques, including one- and two-piece builds and brush-on, pour-on, and blanket methods, while receiving personalized guidance for your chosen model. Collaborate, experiment, and discover new casting possibilities as you bring your sculpture to life.
The Quick Sketch: Sculpting from Life & Practical Anatomy for Artists
The Compleat Sculptor See all classes by this school @ 110 West 19th Street, New York, NY
Develop your sculptural skills by working directly from a live model in a welcoming, hands-on studio setting. Students explore proportion, anatomy, and core clay techniques with personalized guidance tailored to their individual level. Poses are approachable and no armature is required, making these sessions an accessible and effective way to deepen your understanding of the human form.
Metal Coatings and Patina Hands-on Workshop
The Compleat Sculptor See all classes by this school @ 110 West 19th Street, New York, NY
Learn the craft of metal coatings and patina in this hands-on workshop where you'll discover the techniques behind creating stunning metal finishes on both metal and non-metallic surfaces. Explore chemical and pigment patinas and learn to weave in metal leaf and powder pigments. Get ready to tap into your creativity and turn ordinary objects into extraordinary works of art.
Aqua-Resin Casting & Hand Building
The Compleat Sculptor See all classes by this school @ 110 West 19th Street, New York, NY
Discover the versatility of Aqua-Resin in this hands-on workshop, perfect for creating sculptures, architectural elements, and unique craft projects. Learn to cast with silicone molds, build over foam armatures, and master techniques like adhesion, finishing, and pigmentation. Dive into the creative process with expert guidance and leave with skills to bring your artistic visions to life.
Intro to Figure Sculpting
The Compleat Sculptor See all classes by this school @ 110 West 19th Street, New York, NY
Explore figure sculpting through an introduction inspired by the classical beauty of the Venus de Milo. Learn basic anatomy and clay modeling techniques with step-by-step guidance from an expert instructor. No prior experience is needed, and you’ll leave with a small sculpted torso of your own creation.
Intro to Concrete Mold Making and Casting
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Discover the art and science of mold-making and decorative concrete in this immersive, hands-on workshop. Create your own silicone molds, experiment with professional materials like Buddy Rhodes Vertical Mix and GFRC, and learn techniques used in sculptural and architectural design. Perfect for artists, makers, and designers eager to expand their creative toolkit.
Portrait Sculpting in Clay: The Male Head
The Compleat Sculptor See all classes by this school @ 110 West 19th Street, New York, NY
Working directly from the life model and using a step by step classical approach students will learn how to sculpt a realistic portrait in water-based clay. Starting from using a suitable armature structure, then blocking in the basic form, to finally modeling more detailed features. This course is suitable for all levels and will accommodate beginners as well as experienced sculptors. Emphasis will be put on proportions, building the form, developing...
Stone Carving w/ Douglas Breitbart
The Compleat Sculptor See all classes by this school @ 110 West 19th Street, New York, NY
Basic and advanced techniques of direct stone carving - initial roughing out, developing a form, final finishing and polishing are presented. There is a choice of softer stone or marble. Hand and pneumatic tools are both covered. Participants should end the course with the basic knowledge necessary to work on their own. Instruction is individually oriented so that all levels of experience will benefit from this great opportunity. Students...
Portrait in Stone: Intensive Stone Carving Workshop
The Compleat Sculptor See all classes by this school @ 110 West 19th Street, New York, NY
Explore the art of stone carving as you create a detailed portrait in limestone or alabaster. With expert guidance and hands-on instruction, you’ll refine your techniques and work toward a finished or near-complete piece. Bring your concept to life with photo references or sketches, as you sculpt a unique, expressive work of art. Ideal for those with some stone carving experience.
Prosthetics & Blood FX Workshop
The Compleat Sculptor See all classes by this school @ 110 West 19th Street, New York, NY
Master the art of prosthetics and blood FX with hands-on training from an industry expert. Dive into techniques like wound sculpting, mold making, and realistic blood effects to bring dramatic looks to life on set. Perfect for those looking to develop essential skills in special effects makeup, this workshop offers in-depth practice in creating lifelike injuries and effects.
Learning to Sculpt the Portrait from Life: Intro to Naturalistic Modeling
The Compleat Sculptor See all classes by this school @ 110 West 19th Street, New York, NY
Explore the art of portrait sculpture and learn to capture likeness with precision. Work with expert guidance to block proportions, refine details, and develop naturalistic textures in clay. Through hands-on practice, discover techniques to bring expressive depth to your work while honing your observational skills.
Reviews of The Compleat Sculptor
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Stone Carving with Alex Khalifa
I’ve been looking for a stone carving class for a while. I’m so glad I found this one. First, the Compleat Sculpture is an amazing place.The entire staff is so nice and knowledgeable. The quarry took my breath away. My teacher Alex is amazing. I learned so much the first day about the nuances of each tool. He helped me every step. He’s so knowledgeable and kind. I love my class . I can’t recommend Alex enough. -
Metal Coatings and Patina Hands-on Workshop
Instructor was super nice and I learned a lot. -
NYC: Introduction to Stone Carving
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NYC: Introduction to Stone Carving
Thank you SO MUCH for all your help! It was great! They all had a great time! Happy Holidays! ♥️ -
Resin Rubber Overview: Casting
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Stone Carving with Alex Khalifa
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Stone Carving Class: A Skill Based Approach
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Stone Carving Class: A Skill Based Approach
It was a very informative and educational class in stone carving. My professor was a renowned stone carver with expertise in the craft and in teaching it. The community of fellows in the class was likewise inspiring. I would definitely do it again! -
Stone Carving with Ailene Fields
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Learning to Sculpt the Portrait from Life: Intro to Naturalistic Modeling
Great instructor. Good balance of solo work, demonstration, and instruction/feedback. -
Metal Coatings and Patina Hands-on Workshop
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Introduction to Direct Sculpting in Wax
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Stone Carving with Ailene Fields
It was super inspiring to be working with stone! Ailene gave gentle guidance to let me explore the process freely. Ailene was always encouraging and willing to work through ideas and questions. I really loved the class! -
Hand Casting & Mold Making
I had an amazing time. Learned so much I didn't know about materials and working with molds. Great fun!! Thinking of signing up for a course. -
Hand Casting & Mold Making
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Resin Rubber Overview: Casting
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NYC: Drink & Sculpt (BYOB)
Our group of 18 had so much fun learning how to sculpt with Marc and his team! :] Everyone was friendly and so easy to talk to. We appreciated their hands on approach when demonstrating how to create facial features! -
Resin Rubber Overview: Mold Making
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Stone Carving Class: A Skill Based Approach
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Resin Rubber Overview: Mold Making