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Learn the fundamentals of drawing in this beginner class in NYC, where participants will explore techniques such as shading, perspective, and composition to create their own works of art.

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Adult Drawing Your Loved Ones at Home

Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo @ Virtual Classroom, New York, NY

This is an ONLINE ART CLASS that meets weekly via Zoom. Students are required to download the (free) Zoom App before class time. After your register we will supply you with a link to join the class on your App. Learn how to capture the likeness of your child, spouse, or sweetheart from the live model right in your own home (or from photographs if they don’t like to pose!). This foundation drawing class will teach you how to set the proportions...

(181) Beginner 18 and older
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Beginner's Drawing in 90 Minutes: Pastel Landscapes

The Art Studio NY @ Online Classroom, Online, NY

Note: This is an Online Art Class. Our instructors will work with you over high-quality live video and teach you to make art from the comfort of your home. We will return to in-person art classes while continuing online art classes when the uncertainties around Coronavirus are resolved. Nurture your creativity with inspiring pastel art lessons for all ages and all levels! Soft pastel classes are the perfect way to relax, de-stress, and tap into...

(634) Beginner 18 and older
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Drawing Fundamentals (12 - 18)

York College CPE

This is a basic drawing class for beginners. Students will learn to create a character with circles, draw faces and figures. Children will learn using a step-by-step approach. They will have fun while learning to draw.

(64) All levels 12 - 18 years old
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Virtual Live Portrait Drawing

Newark Museum @ Virtual Learning

Hone your skills and work towards drawing realistic portraits in this live-modeled session. Gather your materials and join us on Zoom for this 90-minute session with model. Draw, paint, or even sculpt this live model, who will offer a variety of angles and options that are sure to keep you inspired. Please note that this is an opportunity to create a portrait from a live model, not a facilitated class. Although no instruction will be given to participants,...

All levels 18 and older
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Advanced Drawing + Mixed Media

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan @ 334 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY

Unlock your artistic potential and find your unique style in this dynamic drawing course at the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan. Develop your drawing language as you learn new techniques and break free from traditional rules. Perfect for experienced artists looking to take their skills to the next level.

(432) Advanced 18 and older
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$500

10 sessions

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Painting and Drawing the Figure and Portrait (Beg/Int)

92nd Street Y

Painting and Drawing the Figure and Portrait (Beginner/Intermediate) Focus on painting and drawing to create strong portrait and figure compositions. Focus on light and shadow, color and surface to create strong paintings of the figure and portrait. Through multiple session poses, learn about anatomy and the structure of the body, head, and features from live models via online video conferencing. For Supply List, please CLICK HERE

(1070) Beginner 18 and older
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The Still-Life in Pastel

92nd Street Y

Artists from Van Eyck to Picasso have used the still life as a vehicle for learning and practicing their skills. We will follow in this tradition using demonstrations and explanations at each stage of the creative process. From organizing a composition by balancing the placement of elements to resolving shadows and shading, demonstrations will emphasize strong drawing skills as the foundation of art. No need to wonder how to choose or mix a color...

(1070) All levels 18 and older
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Drawing Techniques: Metalpoint and Silverpoint

92nd Street Y

Learn the ancient technique of metalpoint drawing, using a variety of materials you may already have on hand. We’ll cover preparing a ground for our drawings and explore different tools from paper clips to old silverware. A brief history will help to inspire our exploration of this rich medium. Supply list: Object or photo of your choice, i.e. flower, plant or other object you’d like to draw. Pencils, 2B, HB, 2H Permanent white gouache...

(1070) All levels 18 and older
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Drawing from the World’s Greatest Museums

92nd Street Y @ Online Classroom, New York, NY

This program is taking place remotely. If you have signed up, you will receive an email with details of how to access the program.  If we are able to offer an in-person version of this class in the coming months, we will contact you and make both options available to you. ______________ Join us each Friday for a virtual vacation to some of the world’s great art collections! We will digitally visit places like Paris to see iconic works from...

(1070) All levels 18 and older
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$190

4 sessions

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Sketching, Planning, and Painting (Int/Adv)

92nd Street Y

For these online Zoom courses, we will consider the home studio as a place to sketch, plan and make paintings. The process of sketching will make you more adept at drawing, composing, and creating a strong, successful painting. Students can work in oil, acrylic, watercolor, mixed media, drawing and collage. Class begins with a slide show reviewing specific subjects with examples of historical and contemporary artists.  Subjects will include...

(1070) Intermediate 18 and older
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Sketching Techniques for Interior Designers: Level 1

New York School of Interior Design @ Online Course, Online, NY

Do not let a lack of confidence in your ability to draw prevent you from expressing your ideas quickly and successfully. Give yourself the freedom to scrawl your concepts on paper or on the back of a napkin and you will reach a new level of spontaneous creativity.  Even in the age of digital drawing, the ability to sketch will enable you to effectively communicate with clients and colleagues. Either on the spur of the moment or by routine,...

(176) All levels 18 and older
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$575

6 sessions

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Drawing Basics and Beyond

Bronxville Adult School @ 177 Pondfield Rd, Bronxville, NY

Like to draw? Dream of taking your sketching to the next level? Beginner and experienced students alike will get individualized instruction to bring out their inner artist and develop their unique style. We'll cover valuable drawing skills, such as shading, contour design, and composition. Bring your desire to advance your art and expect fun and camaraderie as you learn. This class is appropriate for both beginner and repeat students. ...

(20) All levels 18 and older
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$194

8 sessions

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The Herschel Drawing Room

Drawing New York @ 138 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY

Immerse yourself in an art-filled atmosphere and refine your drawing skills under the guidance of experienced instructors. Join us for a transformative drawing experience.

(698) All levels 16 and older
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Learn to Draw (in South Slope)

Drawing As Mindfulness

This class welcomes both the absolute beginner who hasn’t drawn since childhood as well as advanced practitioners looking to sharpen their skill set.  According to your interest, classes focus on drawing skills and methods from Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain. Some students may prefer to utilizing drawing lessons as a way to meditate and practice mindfulness. Techniques include exercises from Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain,...

(16) All levels 18 and older
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$359

5 sessions

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Fundamentals of Drawing and Painting

Chelsea Classical Studio @ 526 W 26th St, New York, NY

Drawing has been the foundation of art for many centuries, and the incredibly diverse and varied approaches continue to inspire much interest from students today. This course will introduce students to the basics of drawing and composition through a series of exercises meant to serve as a foundation based on the human figure. Students of all levels will benefit from this class, which aims to find weaknesses in peoples’ skills and approaches, and...

(264) Beginner 16 and older
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Drawing from Life: Constructing & Composing (Wed)

Chelsea Classical Studio @ 526 W 26th St, New York, NY

Full Course Title:  Drawing from Life: Constructing and Composing the Figure w/ Rick Piloco Working from the live model, students will learn to draw the live model where they will aim for strong gesture and draftsmanship.  Poses will be relatively short, to focus on capturing the movements and fundamental construction of the figure, and understanding the abstract rhythms that make the figure such an important and captivating subject....

(264) All levels 16 and older
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Teen Portfolio Prep Art Class (Ages 11-14)

The Art Studio NY @ 145 W 96th St, New York, NY

Full Course Name: Ages 11-14: Teen Portfolio Prep Art Class For Visual Arts High Schools If you are developing your portfolio for placement into the variety of specialized visual arts high schools in New York City, including Frank Sinatra, LaGuardia, and High School of Art and Design, this Portfolio Prep Art Class will guide you every step of the way to creating a winning visual art portfolio. This teen art class is also terrific for any young artist...

(634) All levels 11 - 14 years old
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$399

5 sessions

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Drawing Early Spring Treasures

Brooklyn Botanic Garden

The first few weeks of spring bring in a bounty of colorful subjects such as hellebores, snowdrops, pussy willows, and other budding branches. As you refine your drawing skills you will learn about the fascinating botanical structure of these plants. We will use a limited palette of color pencils on toned paper. Notes: Bring your own materials. For Materials List, please CLICK HERE. You will be emailed the Zoom link for this class

(165) All levels 18 and older
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Concept Art Portfolio Prep

Ashcan Digital Academy

This intermediate to advance course consists of 72 intensive classes. Though Instructor mentorship, you will research and write a brief description of a storyline and develop various concept ideas, to create environments and the characters who live in the created environments. The course culminates with a complete industry standard portfolio for animation, game design and concept design. Curriculum The Concept Art Program is one of our portfolio...

(1) Advanced 13 and older
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The Art of Nature - Central Park

Chelsea Drawing & Painting Workshops @ 1233 5th Ave, New York, NY

“The Art of Nature” …an outdoor workshop in contemplative sketchting in Central Park, NYC. Just as mystics have sought meditative peace in the woods deep quietude, the natural world has also inspired artists of all cultures. They have applied their artistic skills to capture it with the techniques of sketching. The act of sketching requires concentration. Over time with skill, practice, and dedication, sketching can develop into a contemplative...

(221) All levels 16 and older
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