Sculpt Monkey Design Studio

Available Original Work

KHATA Series

by Barney Joseph

Khata Lion Sculptural Wall Hanging - Side View Scratches
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Khata Lioness Sculptural Wall Hanging - Cobra Scar Side View
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Previously displayed at:

Gallery Time & Space

The Guild, 2nd Floor, 55 Lavelle Road, Bangalore-560001,India.

2024

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Commission Work

Custom 4 inch figurine - Mounted
Shadow Shih tzu dog figurine - beauty shot full
Starry Blue Stoneware - Ceramic Bow Tie

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Shah Jahan Playable Figurine 3
Black Chicken Figurine Sculpt
Indian Face Fridge Magnets - Angled View
Fotoley Asian Paint Advertisement Car Sculpt 02
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Please note:

These classes are conducted at studios in Bangalore. However:

  • Do you have a studio at another city or place?
  • Are you interested in having a batch at your studio?

I am interested in traveling and teaching at different places! Please contact me.

Online Classes

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Student Work

Student Work - Sculpting Class - Bejoy 01
Student Work - Sculpting Class - Pradeep 01 - Polymer clay

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Student Work - Sculpting Class - Harita 03
Lion Bust Class - Student Work
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Testimonials

Patient and supportive

I had an incredible experience at Sculpt Monkey’s sculpture class. The instructor was not only highly skilled but also incredibly patient and supportive. He provided thorough guidance and encouragement throughout the course, helping me to develop my sculpting techniques and unleash my creativity. The atmosphere was inspiring, and I felt truly immersed in the world… Read more “Patient and supportive”

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About the Artist

Barney Joseph - Sculpting

Have you ever felt that life is extremely hard and that there is no hope for you? Hi, my name is Barney Joseph and I am part of a large crowd of misplaced engineers, a growing trend in India. Today, I run my own sculpting studio, but I started sculpting entirely by chance.

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FAQs

Learning to make a Sculpture

Do I need to know how to draw to learn sculpture?

No. I teach all the basics of how to make a sculpture and the forms required! Although having the ability to draw can help, it isn’t necessary! We don’t have to struggle with perspective drawing and other limitations. All reference images will be provided! Please go through “Learn to Sculpt” for all class options

I want to learn how to make small figurines. Do you have any classes for small sculptures?

I teach how to make small sculptures using polymer clay. Human & Animal forms are taught online, 1-on-1. Please do reach out to me to book your class.

Do you teach how make sculptures with clay like terracotta?

Yes. I teach how to sculpt, look at anatomy shapes of humans or animals. Your sculpture will be fired at the end of the class. Please do visit “Learn to Sculpt” for all class options.

I would like to have a workshop at my apartment building, office, college or school. What kind of workshops can we have?

I would love to come to your place with a team and facilitate a workshop on Mask making or Relief carving. I am open to other creative ideas for a sculptural workshop. Please do contact me.

Ordering a Sculpture

How can I place an order for a sculpture?
  • Please do reach out to me.
  • Where will the sculpture be kept?:
    • Indoors,
    • Outdoors or
    • In a display box under focus lights.
  • I will need reference images of the artwork that you need to have made into a sculpture.
  • I need enough time to make the sculpture. It normally takes 6 weeks to complete the sculpture with your feedback.
My friend’s birthday is coming up and I’d like to have a small sculpture made.
  • Please do reach out to me.
  • I will need reference images of the artwork that you need to have made into a sculpture.
  • I need enough time to make the sculpture. It normally takes 6 weeks to complete the sculpture with your feedback.
  • The sculpture will be made in polymer clay and painted with acrylic paint.
  • This sculpture will have to be kept indoors!
  • I do not use 3d printing!
I have a design/ would like to make a design to be mass produced. I don’t want to make too many.

I understand your pain! I can make a limited production! You won’t have to invest in a large production. Please do reach out to me.

  • If you don’t have the design/prototype as a physical 3d model, then I charge for the sculpting also.
  • I can cast into resin, fiber glass reinforced resin & slip cast ceramics.
I don’t need a sculpture. Do you make molds?

I make molds for resin casting and slip casting productions. Please do reach out to me.

Do you make sculptural cakes?

After eating up and remaking several cakes, I have stopped making sculptural cakes. I’m sorry!