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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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Drawing Heads and Hands

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Make more expressive and engaging figure and portrait drawings and paintings through short and long studies of the head and hands. Recommended for both painting and drawing students. Improve your understanding of proportion, anatomy, line, composition, and light and shadow theory. All media and levels welcome. Supply List: Toned Charcoal or Pastel Paper: Either 5 individual sheets, or pad (Strathmore, Canson, etc., 24” x 18” or 12” x...

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$240

2 sessions

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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...

(690) All levels 12 and older
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$240

3 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”...

(690) 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...

(690) 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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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.

(690) All levels 18 and older
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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.

(179) All levels 18 and older
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$150

7 sessions

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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.

(143) 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. 

(143) 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

(1061) All levels 18 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....

(263) 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...

(690) 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.  ...

(263) 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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Figure Drawing & Painting Workshop

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

The beauty of the human figure has inspired artwork through the ages. Whether you are a complete beginner or a seasoned artist, all are welcome in this relaxing, inspiring, and fun live figure drawing and painting workshop that will ignite your inner-artist. In this encouraging art class, you will: Receive expert art instruction from a professional NYC artist Explore art materials such as charcoal, pencil, ink, paint and more Learn techniques...

(631) All levels 18 and older
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Portrait & Figure Drawing / Painting 101 Level II

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

In this new passion-infused drawing and painting class created based on our student requests, learn about the specific artistic techniques of drawing and acrylic painting with the beautiful human figure as your muse. Relax, feel inspired, receive expert art instruction, and enjoy the freedom to truly express yourself! Learn the foundational techniques of portrait and figure drawing and painting, such as line drawing, dimension, shading, color mixing,...

(631) Beginner 18 and older
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$199

5 sessions

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Canvas Stretching Workshop

Solas Studio

Join us for a 2 hour all-inclusive canvas stretching demonstration and hands-on workshop!  A workshop on how to stretch your own canvas! By stretching your own canvas you can buy higher quality materials at the same price of a machine stretched canvas. Learn your craft inside and out! Refreshments provided. Materials for 1 small canvas provided.

(11) All levels 21 and older
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Learn to Draw Realistically: The Portrait (Grades 6-12)

One River School @ 319 Franklin Turnpike , Allendale, NJ

While being inspired by Chuck Close, students will be exploring the graphite medium and learn the foundations of drawing. Students will look closely at the human face to learn how to render it naturalistically, along with learning the proper facial proportions. Learn how to use the graphite medium  Demonstrate the proportions of the face and how to render the eyes, nose and mouth  Complete a realistic portrait drawing 

(13) All levels 11 - 17 years old
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$400

5 sessions

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