Eternity Stone
Khachkar (2025)
Narine Poladyan Armenia’s First Female Khachkar Master
Stone is silent until touched by loving hands. Reshaping the perception of Khachkar carvings and preserving Armenian heritage for eternity.
2018
Foundation
Craft & Heritage
Narine Poladyan
"Born in Beirut, Narine’s heart beat to the rhythm of Armenian mountains. Leaving the sea behind in 2018, she settled in the city of artisans, Gyumri, to become Armenia’s first female Khachkar carver."
- Reviving traditions & breaking stereotypes
- Urban beautification (Friendship Park, Gyumri)
- Sharing national identity with the world
Preserving the Sacred Stone
"My mission is not just to carve stone, but to awaken the memories sleeping within it. For centuries, Khachkars have been the silent guardians of Armenian faith. By bringing this ancient craft into the modern world, I ensure that the voices of our ancestors are never forgotten."
Portfolio
Art that Lasts Forever
Sun Altar Relief
Modern Relief (2025)
Carving Process
Instagram Reel
Gyumri Friendship Park
Urban Installation (2024)
Sacred Echoes
Khachkar Study (2024)
Stone Memory Panel
Relief Sculpture (2025)
Studio Detail Reel
Process Video
Courtyard Memory Wall
Urban Relief (2025)
Այս բաժնում գործեր դեռ չկան։
The Carving Process
01
Conception & Sketching
Every piece begins with paper and charcoal. Historical motifs are studied, and contemporary elements are interwoven before touching the stone.
02
Shaping the Tuff
Selecting the finest Armenian pink or black tuff. Heavy hammers shape the rough block into a monolithic canvas.
03
Intricate Ornamenting
Using fine chisels to carve the delicate lace-like patterns (Janyak) that signify eternal life and spiritual growth.
Masterclasses
Learn Stone Carving
Visit my workshop in Gyumri and feel the spirit of tuff stone in person. Let your hands sculpt history.
- Tool Mastery & Safety
- Armenian Ornamental Logic (Janyak)
- Take home your own carved stone
Workshop Ambience
Recognition
Voices & Recognition
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Narine has not only revived a dying art form, but she has single-handedly carved a space for women in a craft dominated by men for over a millennium.
The Armenian Arts Gazette
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Her work at Friendship Park stands as a monolithic testament to Gyumri's resilience. The tuff sings under her chisel.
Gyumri Cultural Heritage Board
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An unforgettable masterclass. You don't just learn carving; you learn the philosophy of patience and the weight of history.
Aram H. — Student & Collector
Philanthropy
Support the Heritage
Preserving the Art for Next Generations
Every piece of stone carries a memory. By supporting Narine Poladyan's workshop, you are helping to keep the dying art of Armenian Khachkar carving alive. Your contributions directly fund educational masterclasses for local children in Gyumri and the restoration of forgotten khachkars across the region.
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