The Compleat Sculptor
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Sculpting materials and tools supplier |
| Founded | 1995 in New York City, United States |
| Founder | Marc Fields, Ailene Fields |
| Headquarters | New York City , United States |
Area served | Worldwide |
Key people | Marc Fields, Ailene Fields |
| Products | Sculpting materials (clay, stone, wood), sculptural tools (chisels, sanders, grinders), metal casting supplies, ceramics, polymers, composites, glass |
| Owner | Private family-owned |
| Website | www |
The Compleat Sculptor, Inc. stands as a prominent American supplier of sculpting materials, established in New York City in 1995 by Marc and Ailene Fields. It has evolved into one of the foremost global distributors of sculptural tools and supplies, catering to professional artists, set designers, forensic specialists, and other niche sectors.
Background
Originating as a family-run enterprise, The Compleat Sculptor began by offering fundamental sculpting mediums such as various clays, stones, and woods, along with necessary tools. The business later introduced educational product demonstrations and workshops focused on techniques like stone carving, wood carving, clay modeling, wax work, foam sculpting, and mixed media approaches. Over the years, it has significantly expanded both its product selection and clientele, securing its position as a key supplier within the sculpture field.
Products and services
With an inventory surpassing 15,000 products—including 300 tons of marble, alabaster, granite, and soapstone—The Compleat Sculptor provides materials across numerous media such as clay, metal casting supplies, ceramics, wood, polymers, composites, and glass. Its tool assortment features chisels, sanders, grinders, polishes, and more.
The company serves a varied customer base comprising professional sculptors, prop makers for stage and screen productions, museum preservationists, archaeologists, law enforcement agencies needing materials for crime scene restoration and ballistic molds, first responders utilizing realistic wound simulations for training purposes, as well as hobbyists in arts and crafts.
In addition to retail offerings, The Compleat Sculptor delivers services including stone sculpture finishing and polishing, kiln firing for clay works, bronze casting foundry operations, resin formulation development, plus mounting and shipping assistance. The firm also creates custom rasps and resins tailored to specific needs. Furthermore, it has ventured into architectural prototyping by replicating bricks and ornamental components used in both new building projects and historic restorations.