Sculpture Workshops – GÜLNAR BABAYEVA

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Gülnar Babayeva offers inclusive sculpture & ceramics workshops in collaboration with local studios. Stay tuned for upcoming workshops OR inquire about a workshop.

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Intro to Sculpture

Participants are introduced to the tools & foundational techniques to start their sculpture journey.

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Intro to Torso

Participants learn how to sculpt a human torso through observation by using reference materials like plaster models & images.

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Private Sessions

Designed for anyone interested in learning to sculpt through individual instruction and guidance.

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DROP-IN

Intro to Sculpture

A complementary opportunity: try a session before committing to a full workshop.

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Intro to Torso

Participants learn how to sculpt a human torso through observation by using reference materials like plaster models & images.

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Demo or Guidance

Hourly demo, guidance & consult on demand. Booking is required for scheduling purposes.

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Past workshops

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Participant Experience

Gülnar is an outstanding teacher. Her passion and knowledge of sculpting is inspirational. I was a total novice but with Gülnar's great humor, patience and encouragement I have thoroughly enjoyed the classes. Her enthusiasm makes her a great teacher not to mention a great communicator. A joy to work with.

Alin RL

Intro to Sculpture WRKSHP

Gülnar is a fantastic teacher who makes learning fun and easy with her great sense of humor. I had no experience in sculpting, but she breaks down the process step by step, making it easy to understand and encouraging creativity. I highly recommend her for beginners or anyone looking to improve their skills.

Max R. Smith

Intro to Sculpture WRKSHP

Studying animal sculpture under Gülnar Babayeva's guidance has been an excellent experience. Gülnar's patience stood out throughout the 6 week class, creating a relaxed atmosphere that allowed for mistakes and questions. Her kindness was evident in the supportive environment she fostered within the studio and I found it easy to ask questions. Gülnar's teaching style provided a solid foundation in sculpting techniques and materials, and I learned some new armature skills! I highly recommend Gülnar to anyone seeking an effective sculpture teacher. My skills definitely leveled up.

Sophi Kravitz

Sculpting Animals WRKSHP

I barely had any experience sculpting when I signed up for the hand sculpting class. I wasn't confident I'd be able to produce anything that resembled a hand. However, Gülnar made it easy to follow along and broke the process down into achievable steps. If I got stuck or confused she would offer advice on what I should focus on next. Gülnar was patient enough to let me make my own mistakes, but attentive enough to guide me in the right direction before I strayed too far off the path. I still have more room for improvement but I am happy with the end result for my 1st time sculpting a human hand.

Jesse Sparling

Sculpting Expressive Hands WRKSHP

I had the pleasure of taking a torso sculpture workshop with Gülnar. Her enthusiasm and passion for sculpture made the class a joy to take, while her knowledge, guidance and personalized feedback created a supportive, encouraging atmosphere where creativity flourished! Gülnar's approach and teaching made the process of learning thoroughly enjoyable while many sculpture skills were also learned!

Charlotte Mia Rose

Sculpting Torso WRKSHP

Upon meeting Gülnar for the first time, I was immediately drawn to her quick wit and subtle brilliance. As our conversation continued, I became drawn to how she shared her uniquely soulful way of seeing the world. When she revealed she was a sculptor and a teacher, I knew I wanted to be her student. She shared a quick glimpse of her work and all of my first impressions made sense. I arrived in Gülnar’s vessel workshop with zero experience in hand building with clay. Turns out, showing up with a beginner’s mind to Gülnar’s class was the most amazing experience. Her kindness, patience, passion and organic way of sharing her craft and skill is simply extraordinary. Her keen vision combined with her ease of being made for a fantastic experience. I’m looking forward to more workshops and spending time with my new friend and teacher.

Stacie G.

Design Ceramic Vessels WRKSHP

The ease of learning, the supportive environment, and the willingness to share the knowledge and resources. Just a remarkable setting for an easy introduction to the studio and sculpting.

Sashka S.

Sculpting Animals WRKSHP

Past Workshops

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Torso

Participants learn how to sculpt a human torso through observation by using reference materials like plaster models & images.

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Animals

This workshop guides participants into the realm of observational animal sculpting with water based clay.

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Expressive Hands

Participants are introduced to the tools & foundational techniques for sculpting, and decide on a gesture to sculpt.

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Design

Ceramic Vessels

Participants are introduced to hand building techniques to design their ceramic vessels.

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Sculpt or Design

Open Studio

Learn about available open studio options; practice your skills, guidance available on request.

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Ceramic Vessels

Participants are introduced to hand building techniques to design their ceramic vessels.

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2025

Feb 2025 | SAT 2:00 – 4:30 PM

Intro to Sculpture with @caspianmuse
– L'Atelier at L'Impatience, Kingston NY, USA

2024

Jul 1 – 23 2024 | Various times / day

Sculpt with Gülnar for Teens & Kids @ Summer Camp Scatico
– Elizaville NY, USA

Apr 12 – May 24 2024 | FRI 5:00 – 7:30 PM

Intro to Sculpture with @caspianmuse
– Private Studio, Woodstock NY, USA

Apr 6 – 27 2024 | SAT 3:30–6:00 PM

Intro to Torso with @caspianmuse
– Private Studio, Woodstock NY, USA

Jan 12 – Feb 2 2024 | FRI 12:00–2:00 PM

Design Ceramic Vessels with Gülnar Babayeva
– Cornell Creative Arts Center, Kingston, NY, USA

2023

OCT 6 – 27 2023 | FRI 12:00–2:00 PM

Design Ceramic Vessels with Gülnar Babayeva
– Cornell Creative Arts Center, Kingston, NY, USA

OCT 1 – 29 2023 | SUN 1:30–4:00 PM

Sculpting Torso with Gülnar Babayeva
– Cornell Creative Arts Center, Kingston, NY, USA

SEP 23 – OCT 21 2023 | SAT 2:00–4:30 PM

Sculpting Expressive Hands with Gülnar Babayeva
– Cornell Creative Arts Center, Kingston, NY, USA

SEP 20 – OCT 25 2023 | WED 5:30–8:30 PM

Sculpting Animals with Gülnar Babayeva
– Cornell Creative Arts Center, Kingston, NY, USA

AUG 2023 | WED – FRI

Sculpting with Gülnar for Teens & Kids @ CCAC Summer Art Camp
– Cornell Creative Arts Center, Kingston, NY, USA

APR 18 – MAY 23 2023 | WED 5:30–8:30 PM

Sculpting Animals with Gülnar Babayeva
– Cornell Creative Arts Center, Kingston, NY, USA

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Artist Photo: courtesy of Madeline Krause

GÜLNAR BABAYEVA is a figurative sculptor & designer at @caspianmuse, based in the Hudson Valley, NY. Babayeva has been sculpting the human form since 2012, and started her explorations in ceramic vessel design in 2020. Babayeva’s multidisciplinary nature as a creative explores the versatility of her chosen medium from the perspectives of designer and sculptor identities interchangeably. Gülnar Babayeva brings representation as a sculptor and designer to the local arts communities with her active participation as an exhibiting artist, volunteer, board director, instructor and curator.

GÜLNAR BABAYEVA SCULPTURE have been actively exhibited at local galleries in solo, duo and group exhibitions, and acquired for private collections. Babayeva was awarded the 2022 NYSCA Individual Artist Grant by the New York State Council on the Arts to pursue her artistic vision & mission of cultivating figurative sculpture locally. Additionally, Babayeva is an associate member of the National Sculpture Society. Babayeva offers figurative sculpture & ceramic vessel workshops, creative services & consulting, collaboration opportunities in mental wellness, and sculpture commissions as Caspian Müse Studio.

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