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Weeknight Figure Drawing

Weeknight Figure Drawing

Drawing New York See all classes by this school @ 15 Gramercy Park South, New York, NY

Spend an immersive session working from a live figure model, moving through brief warm-up poses before settling into longer, more developed compositions. The varied format gives students plenty of time to apply technique and produce refined, finished drawings. Open to artists at all levels of experience.

(867) All levels 16 and older

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Saturday Figure Drawing

Saturday Figure Drawing

Drawing New York See all classes by this school @ 15 Gramercy Park South, New York, NY

Join an interactive figure-drawing workshop where you capture the human form through varied pose lengths and professional models. Develop your skills while connecting with fellow artists in an inspiring creative environment. Explore drawing techniques and advance your artistic practice.

(867) All levels 16 and older

Oct 24th

12–3pm ET

$35
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12–3pm ET

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Paint and Sip Workshop: Midtown (BYOB)

Paint and Sip Workshop: Midtown (BYOB)

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Painting Lounge See all classes by this school @ 40 W 38th St, New York, NY

Tap into your creative side in a relaxed, social atmosphere as a working artist guides you step-by-step through creating a beautiful work of art. BYOB and settle in for a fun, stress-free painting experience with friends, coworkers, or as part of a distinctive date night. No experience is needed; just bring your enthusiasm!

(550) Beginner 21 and older

Oct 22nd

6–8pm ET

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7:30–9:30pm ET

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2–4pm ET

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6–8pm ET

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8–10pm ET

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Instructed Figure Drawing

Instructed Figure Drawing

Drawing New York See all classes by this school @ 15 Gramercy Park South, New York, NY

Study figure drawing and discover numerous drawing approaches in this interactive workshop at Drawing New York. Each class features a live model, welcoming participants of any experience level to deepen their visual abilities. Bring your own materials for a complete learning experience.

(867) All levels 16 and older

Oct 23rd

6:30–9pm ET

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6:30–9pm ET

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Paint and Sip

Paint and Sip

Paint & Sip Studio New York See all classes by this school @ 246 W 80th St, New York, NY

Enjoy a relaxed paint-and-sip experience where you’ll follow step-by-step instruction from local artists to create a finished painting you can take home. Bring your favorite beverage, settle into a social studio vibe, and leave with a piece you’ll be excited to display.

(112) All levels 21 and older

Oct 20th

7–9pm ET

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7–9pm ET

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8–10pm ET

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4–6pm ET

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7–9pm ET

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Watercolor for Absolute Beginners

Watercolor for Absolute Beginners
4.8 27 reviews
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  • 16 and older
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Through demonstration and individual, hands-on help, you’ll learn all the basic watercolor techniques in a small, zero-pressure class. No drawing experience or artistic skill required – really. Complete supply kit available for $50. You will learn various brushstrokes, color mixing, and layering glazes as we create landscapes, still life, trees, flowers, and more.
There will be planned exercises in all basic techniques. Class is designed for those who have never painted with watercolor, or who "just made a big mess" when they tried. This will be a small class with zero pressure and lots of patient help.

Required Materials:
  • If you prefer, you can buy a "Beginner's Kit," with everything you need, for $50 (about 20% less than shopping for individual items) at the school directly.
  • A 12-sheet pad of 9x12” Arches top-quality paper;Half a tube of each of 8 colors, plus refills during class if you need them;A portable folding palette;Six quality brushes, in various sizes

Refund Policy

If you decide after the first class that the course is not for you, you will be charged $40 for the first class and receive the balance as refund.

Reviews of Classes at Watercolor for Absolute Beginners (27)

(4.8-star rating across 27 reviews)

This class: 4.9 out of 5 from 20 reviews

  • Watercolor for Absolute Beginners

  • Watercolor for Absolute Beginners

    Joan is such an amazing teacher. I learned so much in this class and enjoyed every minute of it. I will probably take this class again, that is how much I loved it.

  • Watercolor for Absolute Beginners

  • Watercolor for Absolute Beginners

  • Watercolor for Absolute Beginners

  • Watercolor for Absolute Beginners

  • Watercolor for Absolute Beginners

    This is a wonderful class! The instructor, Joan Iaconetti, was right when she said I didn't have to know how to draw to learn how to use watercolor -- or have any prior art experience. She teaches you simple techniques and tricks, gives clear instruction, and is full of encouragement and praise. She loves what she does and it shows in how she teaches the class and interacts with her students. I learned so much and now I'm hooked on watercolor! I've already signed up for another class!

  • Watercolor for Absolute Beginners

    I learned so much in a relatively short period of time.

  • Watercolor for Absolute Beginners

  • Watercolor for Absolute Beginners

    Joan is a very knowledgable, talented and patient teacher. I thoroughly enjoyed her class and will definitely continue to take classes with her. Each of the exercises and paintings are explained clearly, and each class flies by.

  • Watercolor for Absolute Beginners

  • Watercolor for Absolute Beginners

  • Watercolor for Absolute Beginners

  • Watercolor for Absolute Beginners

  • Watercolor for Absolute Beginners

  • Watercolor for Absolute Beginners

    Joan is very encouraging and patient-- and talented. She allows you to make up for a class if you miss one. Her class was delightful and I would highly recommend it.

  • Watercolor for Absolute Beginners

    This was a terrific intro to watercolor. Small group, nice environment, terrific teacher. Just the right amount of structure, information and help to get a beginner started and excited. Everyone was successful at creating lovely work right from the first class. Teacher is supportive and organized. Each lesson is followed up with an email and blog entry recapping everything taught that session. Lots of links to helpful inspiring websites and homework suggestions to continue working on the skills.

  • Watercolor for Absolute Beginners

  • Watercolor for Absolute Beginners

    Joan is a GREAT teacher. I learned so much in those classes I feel I so much better understand watercolor. The only thing I wish is that it was earlier in the day.

  • Watercolor for Absolute Beginners

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From Joan Iaconetti (Instructor):

For over 25 years, I worked as a non-fiction writer and a travel photographer. Fourteen years ago, I took up watercolor on a lark, and soon became pleasantly obsessed with it. Unfortunately, the two classes I took (both with accomplished professional artists) never covered...
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