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Reviews for Sculpture Classes in NYC

Sculpture Classes in NYC are rated 4.6 stars based on 242 verified reviews from actual CourseHorse.com purchasers.

• Introduction to Sculpture

  Parya E. • May 22, 2026
  Amazing course! Carlos is a wonderful instructor and human. The people I met in the course had been taking sculpture courses for a while and were more advanced. Everyone was encouraging and lovely! Will go back for sure!

• Metal Coatings and Patina Hands-on Workshop

  Anabel B. • April 24, 2026
  Instructor was super nice and I learned a lot.

• Introduction to Écorché: Portrait Anatomy (Sculpture)

  Anonymous • December 5, 2025
  James Barbour offers a rare combination of being a master painter & sculptor together with being an amazing teacher. He is motivated to teach, gives of himself, and enjoys seeing students learn and grow. He is insightful and patient with an incredible understanding of anatomy of the human form. The studio has lots of character and offers a warm environment to work. I learned more than I imagined about drawing sculpting and anatomy. A gem of a find in NYC. Highly recommended.

• Stone Carving Class: A Skill Based Approach

  Lilly J. • April 18, 2025
  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!

• Private Class for Two - Valentines Special

  Andy M. • February 24, 2025
  Eleni was a highly skilled and kind teacher who easily walked us through the basics of pottery. Both me and my partner were pretty new to the hobby, so she met us where we are. I would consider the course a great value for the amount I paid, and would recommend it to anyone interested. If it were a recurring class, I would definitely consider taking it again.

• Learning to Sculpt the Portrait from Life: Intro to Naturalistic Modeling

  Arash D. • December 16, 2024
  Great instructor. Good balance of solo work, demonstration, and instruction/feedback.

• Hand Casting & Mold Making

  Anonymous • October 22, 2024
  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.

• Introduction to Écorché: Portrait Anatomy (Sculpture)

  Anonymous • September 8, 2024
  I highly recommend this course, especially if you're looking for a class with a lot of guidance and one on one instruction. James is an excellent teacher. He's incredibly knowledgable, personable and professional. This class was a combination of anatomy lectures and hands on modeling. I learned a lot and was very happy with my finished model. I also appreciated the casual class environment. There were often other students working on drawing or painting projects and James would invite conversation around the student work.

• Sculpture: Portrait

  Carmen C. • January 26, 2024
  Our instructor was excellent! I learned so much about building an armature, clay tools, measuring out proportions of the face, and many helpful techniques for sculpting facial features.

• Intro to Precious Metal Clay

  Tanasia k. • October 23, 2023
  One of the best classes and I wish they offered more clay metal classes. I would have really loved to get more time in the class as there was just so much to learn.

• Stone Carving with Ailene Fields

  Lucia P. • August 3, 2023
  I loved my experience. Ailene was a great instructor. Her artistry and care came through in every moment, and I felt very inspired. She wasn't overly intrusive, but I did feel supported whenever I had questions. The facilities were great. I discovered a new hobby, which I am still doing to this day. Everyone should try stone carving!

• Sculpture: Basic Techniques for the Human Form

  Marissa G. • August 1, 2023
  Such an amazing class!!

• Small Figure Sculpture

  Virginie B. • May 28, 2023
  I liked the size of the class, which was small enough to get full attention from the teacher but also with enough people to get their feedback and for a fun class energy. I will go back as soon as I have a bit of free time in my schedule :) It was really rewarding!

• zxFigure Sculpting with Clay

  Rebeca N. • October 6, 2022
  My Figure Sculpting with clay class at 92Y was more than I expected! We were a small group of people and had a live model every session. My teacher was knowledgeable, approachable, and provided the ambiance to feel creative. Even though it was the first time I did any sort of sculpture, the teacher made me feel like I was doing a good job which led me to feel comfortable. If you are looking for a creative outlet and want to learn how to figure sculpt, this is the class for you at a reasonable price and quality!

• zxFigure Sculpting with Clay

  Daren E. • September 15, 2022
  What a wonderful course! Super setting, instructor, model, and other students. It was highly informative, and fun, and pushed me (in a good way) to become more comfortable and informed about sculpting the human figure. I love that it was broken down into multiple sessions, plenty of extra time if needed, and super loving and joyful overall. I highly recommend it if you're even considering it.

• zxFigure Sculpting with Clay

  ROGER A. • December 8, 2021
  Loved it. Great instructors.

• Introduction to Écorché: Portrait Anatomy (Sculpture)

  David G. • May 17, 2021
  In short, this class was a revelation. When I signed up for this class I did not consider myself an artist, and certainly not a sculptor. James showed me otherwise. He is as talented a teacher, as he is a fine artist. I learned so much in this course. It’s more than just sculpting, it’s anatomy, philosophy, drafting, studying light and shadow and more. This class was honestly an inspiration. It allowed me to pursue artistic abilities I didn’t know I had. Abilities we all have and maybe just haven’t nurtured enough. I am proud of what I made and proud to call myself a sculptor now. I look forward to working with James again on another project and would highly recommend this class to anyone interested in sculpture. Two thumbs up. 10/10. 5-stars.

• zxFigure Sculpting with Clay

  Anonymous • May 16, 2021
  The teacher was great but unfortunately with Covid we did not have a live model. We did hands, though, which was a good exercise

• zxFigure Sculpting with Clay

  Michelle W. • May 10, 2021
  Thank you Karen for being such a fun and patient instructor!

• zxFigure Sculpting with Clay

  Stefanie R. • July 21, 2020
  This was an amazing course! Karen is awesome.

• Stone Carving w/ Douglas Breitbart

  Catherine S. • March 3, 2020
  Love this class. I have not sculpted before, but I feel confident I will love my piece when it is done thanks to Douglas. He is patient and spends a lot of time giving great direction. Already signed up for another series .

• Stone Carving with Ailene Fields

  Anonymous • February 27, 2020
  Really enjoyable, I signed up for another month of class!

• Polymer Clay

  Lee F. • February 21, 2020
  This was my first try at polymer clay, and the teacher, Valerie Hall, was wonderful. The atmosphere was friendly and generous, and Valerie found time to assist all of us. I left each class with a completed project in hand and new knowledge of various techniques. I gained the confidence to work on my own, and plan to attend more of Valerie's classes, both to learn and have fun. Also, the 92nd Street Y's work studio and facilities are excellent. All the tools we needed were there, and the room was bright, clean and organized.

• Silver Clay Workshop

  MARIANNA B. • February 17, 2020
  What a beautiful place! I was definitely impressed! Today I took the Precious Metal Clay class with Amy and I loved it! Amy is very organized, and explains and demonstrates everything so well- there is no way you can't learn from her. She rocks!

• Introduction to Écorché: Portrait Anatomy (Sculpture)

  Eric M. • January 6, 2020
  James is an excellent artist and teacher and all around great guy. He is inspiring to work with and seems to truly enjoy getting the best out of his students. This is a great starter starter course but also worth taking if you have some experience sculpting. James is very hands on, not afraid to criticize but also very motivational.

• Sculpting the Figure - Jesse Lord Johnson

  Anonymous • December 21, 2019
  This was a great class! Great to have two teachers, so that everyone could get guidance. Definitely recommend and will be taking it again! Do wish it was a little smaller in terms of the number of students. But otherwise, I learned so much from Jesse and Cynthia, they were amazing. They each have there own way of doing things, which at first can be a bit confusing. But in the long run, I think it's really beneficial because you get two different methods & two different design eyes to guide you. I learned so much in this class and was shocked at how much progress I made in the end!

• zxFigure Sculpting with Clay

  Penny K. • December 18, 2019
  Karen is an excellent instructor; there is a variety of styles evident in the class as people's individuality is respected. The seriousness of intent is present, and there is a strong feeling of purposefulness in the class.

• Metal Coatings and Patina Hands-on Workshop

  Susan B. • December 9, 2019
  This was a great introduction to what can be achieved by applying patinas to metal, resin and even foam. So many possibilities that I wasn’t aware of before taking this class. Marc was is very knowledgable, was very clear in his explanations and I’ll definitely be going back to learn more.

• Silver Clay Workshop

  Jacqueline D. • November 20, 2019
  The silver clay workshop with Amy was very informative and fun. I was able to make a beautiful pendant and have already received several compliments on it! Working with the silver clay was a new experience for me, and I would like to do it again. The class is the perfect length to make something nice. I would recommend this class to anyone who wants to learn the basics of silver clay and make something nice on their very first try. Amy, the instructor, was really nice and took her time to answer questions and help each class member individually with his or her project.

• zxFigure Sculpting with Clay

  JOHN M. • October 31, 2019
  Great teacher. Learned a lot as a beginner. all levels in class. Will take again.

• Silver Clay Workshop

  Lee L. • October 14, 2019
  Really interesting class--learned a lot and loved the end project I got to take home with me, as well as what everyone else in the class made. The teacher was great too, I'd definitely go back for another class and would recommend it to others.

• Sculpt Nouveau Patina Demonstration

  Keith W. • August 26, 2019
  The art supply shop "the Compleat Sculptor" was very well stocked and the Staff were SUPER Helpful. The class was very informative, especially for me, since I have had mixed success with patina applications. The course was time efficient and the presenters were dynamic, knowledgeable and entertaining. EXCELLENT Class, EXCELLENT art supply house, EXCELLENT staff. Keith Watters

• Sculpting the Figure - Jesse Lord Johnson

  Anonymous • August 1, 2019
  This is a great class for both beginners and experienced sculptors. Laid back vibe with knowledgeable teachers.

• Silver Clay Workshop

  Samantha O. • June 17, 2019
  I enjoyed the class tremendously Amy was excellent and very informative and knew exactly what she was talking about and knows her trade very well and I will be coming back for second class I can’t wait to get started again I loved it

• Accelerated Introduction to Sculpture

  Anonymous • June 10, 2019
  Very explicit and simple.

• Accelerated Introduction to Sculpture

  Ali A. • May 3, 2019
  It was a great experience, James was a great artist and teacher and super nice. The please from the inside was above my expectations, I thought it would be just a normal school but actually it was where James lives and it was full of great art pieces that was done by James, his wife and there students, there were a couple of rooms each one of them is for a different type of art. It was a good experience and I totally recommend it.

• Sculpture Without Sight

  Chetan M. • March 12, 2019
  It was a fun experience. Would totally recommend

• Sculpture Without Sight

  April H. • December 30, 2018
  This was an awesome experience I only wish we could have kept our finished pieces :)

• Sculpture Without Sight

  Julie M. • December 29, 2018
  Silly and fun!

• Hand Casting & Mold Making

  Vanessa G. • December 13, 2018
  This was an interesting class.

• Silver Clay Workshop

  Vanessa R. • November 12, 2018
  I had such a wonderful time, the only downside was the time; this didn't stop me enjoying the class! The instructor was really sweet and patient. I hope to re-take the class, just have her guidance

• Stone Carving w/ Douglas Breitbart

  Ryan B. • October 31, 2018
  I truly enjoyed the class. Very freeform and casual with just the right amount of instruction and assistance from the teacher. Some loaner tools available and stone must be purchased separately. Also the location at “The Compleat Sculptor “ enhances the experience.

• Stone Carving with Ailene Fields

  ashley h. • October 3, 2018
  The class was amazing!!!! Such a fun experience and super therapeutic.

• Figure Sculpture

  Catherine S. • October 1, 2018
  This class was so inspiring, and this was the first time I have ever sculpted. Dionisio Cimarelli, scuptor and teacher, gave consistent individual as well as overall guidance to students that were at different levels. He was incredibly passionate and patient, and continuously pointed out what needed to be adjusted...even if he had just said it 15 minutes before.......this is how you learn. It was relaxing and fun...I will be back for more!

• Introduction to Écorché: Portrait Anatomy (Sculpture)

  Kent E. • September 30, 2018
  Brilliant - James is extremely meticulous and knowledgeable, as well as being a great teacher and communicator. Highly recommended if you would like to do something creative, instructive and different.

• Sculpture Without Sight

  Anonymous • September 29, 2018
  Wonderful experience...a fun date night!

• Silver Clay Workshop

  Penelope H. • August 6, 2018
  Very through.. good demonstrations..all my questions were answered..wish class had been longer..very pleased with the two pieces I made..

• The Quick Sketch: Sculpting from Life & Practical Anatomy for Artists

  Maggie T. • July 30, 2018
  Loved the class and the instructor. Had a great time cant wait to go back.

• Sculpture Without Sight

  Anonymous • July 29, 2018
  My group had a great time! There were some problems with people registering but not showing up on the list, but the team accommodated us.

• Sculpture Without Sight

  Anonymous • April 16, 2018
  Really great! Would highly recommend as something unusual to do.