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Explore the art of figure drawing with a variety of classes in NYC. Learn the fundamentals, improve your skills, and unleash your creativity with expert instructors in this captivating art form.

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Portrait Drawing: One-Day Intensive Workshop

Drawing New York @ 15 Gramercy Park S, New York, NY

Join Grand Central Atelier graduate Allison Parker for this one day Portrait Drawing Workshop. This session will cover the basics of the portrait drawing process with a mix of lecture, demo and exercises. Students should expect to learn basic portrait techniques while understanding continued work on their own will be required to gain proficiency.  Important Things to Note: Sessions Includes:  Basic anatomy...

(696) All levels 12 and older
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Life Drawing

New York School of the Arts @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY

Expand your artistic skills and delve into the intricacies of structure with a comprehensive drawing course at the esteemed New York School of the Arts. Explore various techniques used by masters and engage in thoughtful group discussions to enhance your understanding of this crucial aspect. Join now to unlock your creative potential.

(76) All levels 18 and older
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$430

8 sessions

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Portrait Drawing: Long Pose

Drawing New York @ 15 Gramercy Park S, New York, NY

Join Grand Central Atelier graduate Allison Parker for three hours of assisted portrait drawing. Students work from a live model who takes a single pose for the entire session. Large printouts of classical techniques are posted around the room for students to review. Students will work on their own drawings with the instructor coming around to assist them.  While the model is resting we take “working breaks”...

(696) All levels 12 and older
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Illustrated Lecture on Human Anatomy

Drawing New York @ 114 East 35th Street, New York, NY

Drawing New YorkPresents: Illustrated Anatomy Drawing Lecture with Christopher Pugliese  DNY is presenting three anatomy lectures in August with artist Christopher Pugliese. These are the three most requested anatomy lecture subjects by DNY members.   Lecture #1 The Head - August 8th  Lecture #2 The Foot - August 17th  Lecture #3 The Hand - August 22nd  Join artist Christopher Pugliese for a two hour...

(696) All levels 18 and older
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Portrait Drawing

Educational Alliance Art School @ 197 East Broadway, New York, NY

Students focus on the portrait as subject while developing their drawing skills and singular style. Learn the fundamentals of anatomy, proportion, line and value to capture the sitter’s features and personality. Students develop techniques to draw what they see using measurement, contour and gesture drawing. Prerequisite: Beginning Drawing or equivalent ability

(29) All levels 18 and older
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$440

9 sessions

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Pre-College Portrait

Ashcan Studio of Art @ 45 E 34th St, New York, NY

The Portrait course covers comprehensive methods for developing portrait projects, including how to draw facial features, and how to discover ways to represent a subject’s identity through content, color and texture. At ASHCAN...YOU Can  Your portfolio is THE MOST critical component to a College or Graduate School application. Developing a unique and coherent body of work is of paramount importance and essential to the pursuit of higher...

(3) All levels 14 - 17 years old
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$1,275

12 sessions

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Beyond Basic Drawing

Educational Alliance Art School @ 197 East Broadway, New York, NY

Thinking visually comes naturally to many of us, but we are not often encouraged to use our visualization skills in daily life and work. In this class, you will learn techniques that cultivate confidence and ability to access and draw what comes to mind. Together, we will explore anatomy in depth by working with pen and ink, and—by the end of the session—color. Materials List: Sketch Pad- 11x14 at least 80 lbs. (weight will be written on...

(29) All levels 18 and older
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$315

8 sessions

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Weekend Life Drawing

Solas Studio @ 117 E 24th St, New York, NY

An intimate figure drawing class with minimal instruction. Open to veterans and newcomers alike. Intimate venue Not a bad seat in the house. About this event (18+) Join us for a Saturday afternoon session of figure drawing with a live nude model. No photography allowed. BYOA or purchase a ticket with the materials option! Timeline: 30 second pose x 20 5 minute pose x 2 15 minute pose x2 *10 minute break* 30 minute pose x 2

(11) All levels 21 and older
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Icebreaker Portrait Night with The Artist Zac

Drawing New York @ 15 Gramercy Park South, New York, NY

Join us for a unique social drawing experience, where you'll have the opportunity to meet new people and draw their portraits. Enjoy wine, nibbles, and music while creating line-drawing portraits under the guidance of The Artist Zac, who has drawn portraits for renowned brands like Moleskine. All supplies provided.

(696) All levels 18 and older
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Painting + Drawing Animals for Teens (Ages 9-13)

Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY

Unleash your creativity as a teen artist by painting and drawing captivating animal portraits at Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo. Explore a variety of animals, from wild to domestic, and learn techniques to bring them to life on canvas. Develop observational skills and discover the joy of capturing the unique characteristics and expressions of animals through painting and drawing.

(181) All levels 9 - 13 years old
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$525

7 sessions

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Life Drawing (w/ Model) for Adults - BYO Materials

Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY

Immerse yourself in the art of life drawing at Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo. Sharpen your observational skills and develop your style as you capture the essence of the human body with a live model. This self-led workshop is the perfect opportunity for artists of all levels to practice their craft in a supportive and creative environment.

(181) All levels 18 and older
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$175

7 sessions

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Adult: Introduction to Still Life Drawing & Painting

Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY

Learn practical skills and take inspiration as you observe from still life all around you. Studying still life will help you develop a strong set of foundation art skills, and prepare you for an exciting journey ahead as your work evolves. Create and interpret from man-made objects, furniture or natural: food, flowers, or personal subject matter. Receive supportive quality teaching from our professional artists, get enthusiastic encouragement and...

(181) Beginner 18 and older
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Introduction to Anatomy: The Head

The Decorus Atelier of Figurative Art @ 117 57th St., Brooklyn, NY

Two hour artistic anatomy lecture with James Xavier Barbour. This lecture will focus on the muscles of the head and the human skull.  Learn the anatomy of the head through a series of demonstrations, diagrams, and a real human skeleton. You will have an opportunity to address your questions and to walk away with an improved understanding that will serve you well going forward in your respective field.

(144) All levels 16 and older
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Open Figure Drawing-Long Pose

The Decorus Atelier of Figurative Art @ 117 57th St., Brooklyn, NY

Open nude figure drawing and painting session from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM EST. Two hour long pose. There are a limited number of easels and chair available. Feel free to bring your own portable easel or chair. 

(144) All levels 16 and older
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Portrait and Figure Painting (All Levels)

92nd Street Y

Learn principles of portrait and figure painting. Emphasis is on shape, light and shadow, color, mark, and gesture. Through live models via video conferencing you will study anatomy and the structure of the body, head, and features. All drawing and painting media are welcome. For Supply List CLICK HERE

(1068) All levels 18 and older
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Dumbo Drink and Draw: Summer Series of Adult Workshops

Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo @ 155 Water St, Brooklyn, NY

Our exciting summer series of creative evening workshops for Adults! Enjoy warm summer evenings connecting to your own creative voice. Learn awesome skills under the tuition + expertise of well known Brooklyn Artists! A different artist + workshop every week! Notes: Every week is hosted by a different Guest Artist curating their own Workshop ADULT ONLY EVENT * No Children allowed Come with a friend or make a friend! Drinks available...

(181) Beginner 21 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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Figure Drawing Workshop: Value Studies and Proportion

Drawing New York

Students will learn to control the values of their figure drawings, an excellent tool for anyone interested in painting. Correction of proportion will be stressed during these sessions as that is the most highly requested technical skill we are asked for. Workshops are limited to 7 students. Complimentary coffee, tea and cookies are available at each session. Material List:  Strathmore Drawing Pad 2H, 2b and 4B drawing pencils kneaded...

(696) All levels 16 and older
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Drawing from Life: Constructing & Composing (Fri)

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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Architecture

Ashcan Studio of Art

This course introduces students to designing interior and exterior spaces, using conceptual approaches to design problems and solutions. Students learn about rendering, materials, methods, and techniques, as well as color theory. Learned techniques and materials are applied to structural drawings, plans, and elevations. Q&A Q: Can I make up a class if I miss one? A: Yes. students may make up any class within 4 weeks Q: Is a certificate...

(3) All levels 13 and older
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