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Discover a wide range of creative paper crafts classes in NYC and unlock your artistic potential. Learn the art of origami, paper quilling, bookbinding, and more, while gaining new skills and creating beautiful handmade pieces to impress your friends and family.

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Papier Mache Sculpture Workshop (Teen/Adult)

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

Use recycled materials, newspaper, and flour + water paste, in a two-part process of making papier mâché sculptures.  In the first session, create a form out of wire and/or recycled materials, which will act as a support to cover with strips of paper dipped in glue.  In the second session, after each object is dry, use acrylic paints to paint final works of art.

(29) All levels 13 and older
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$100

2 sessions

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Card-Making for Calligraphers

Society of Scribes @ 214 E 21st St, New York, NY

Full Course Title: Card-Making for Calligraphers: Pop-Ups & Decorative Folds Hand-made greeting cards are one of the popular--and beautiful--ways we can showcase our calligraphy. In this workshop we will learn some easy pop-ups and folded cards. Professional skills of cutting, folding, and gluing will be emphasized in order to make one-of-a-kind examples that are elegant and well-constructed. This workshop is open to beginners and those...

(11) All levels 16 and older
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Painted Paper Collage

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

Explore color and composition using collage as a starting point for painting and further mixed-media work. Create several small pieces to experiment with color composition, layout, gluing and connecting techniques, or create one larger piece. Generate new ideas and think deeply about color and composition through this fun, accessible medium. All levels. Supply List  Collage material you’d like to work with ...

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$295

2 sessions

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Collage & Mixed Media Concepts (Advanced)

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

Join us for ongoing discussions on concepts, process and materials. Class format includes discussions on materials, techniques, reviews of contemporary artists and exhibits, personal and group critiques to push your work forward. Class time also includes studio time.  Prerequisite: Students should have prior collage and mixed media experience. Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination is required.

(1061) Advanced 18 and older
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$335

6 sessions

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Abstract Alchemy: Black, White and Warm Metallics

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

Reinterpret nature’s deep imagery and essence by employing matter from nature itself, within a limited palette. Paint, ink and homemade gesso will be made from inorganic and organic sources including pine soot, shells and earth minerals. Natural metallics will be introduced for warmth and depth. These arcane processes have been employed for thousands of years on cave walls, screens and scrolls, and aboriginal works.  A variety of drawing,...

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$700

5 sessions

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Korean Papermaking: Joomchi and Beyond

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

Explore joomchi, a unique Korean traditional way of making textured handmade paper. You will discover its history, practice and role in Korean society, as well as learning the hands-on techniques and reinterpreted adaptations into a contemporary art form. Joomchi creates strong and painterly textured surfaces by layering and agitating Hanji (Korean mulberry papers). Its usage is diverse and can be incorporated into surface design, collage, new ways...

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$600

4 sessions

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Creative Collage Marathon

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

The combination of practical exercises and theoretical support will let you surf the great ocean of the concepts in the collage and the mixed world. You will be exposed to a wide range of short projects that will challenge your creativity, pushing you to balance order/chaos, contrast/continuity, depth/flat, static/dynamic and more.   Supply List: To view the list please CLICK HERE

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$495

5 sessions

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Collage Illustration

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

Using collage to illustrate a story or idea can create dynamic and soulful results. In this course students will learn techniques for making high quality, fine art collage illustrations as well as study how this art form can be used to move a narrative along or express an idea. Students will look at examples of renowned illustrators as a guide.  Whether you are interested in creating a one-of-a kind piece or illustrating a book, this course...

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$315

6 sessions

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Paper Making

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

Join artist Pamella Allen to discover the art of making your own hand-made paper. You will explore basic tools and techniques in paper-making to create a series original artworks using recycled materials to create cards, stationary and paper sculptures in low bas relief. Pulp painting & dying, embossing and paper casting are also techniques that will be explored. You will connect with an eco-responsible practice that is meditative and will...

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$385

6 sessions

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Paper Flower Crown Workshop

Distill Creative @ 68 Jay Street, , Brooklyn, NY

Join us for an evening of paper flower making. You’ll learn basic techniques to make paper flowers and create your own paper flower crown, just in time for summer. Includes: All materials needed for craft Use of all tools needed to complete craft Personalized instruction Note: This event is BYOB for those over 21. Wear comfortable clothing and if class involves paint or dye, clothing that you are ok with getting dirty or have a cover-up/apron....

(12) Beginner 18 and older
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Weaving, Knitting, and Embroidery Paper Collage

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

Create new compositions by weaving images and different types of papers together. Knit with yarn and other found materials, then use thread, wire and string to embroider patterns and bind the materials.

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$295

2 sessions

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Etching

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

Learn to etch base metals to create patterns, textures or images for champlevé, basse-taille, cold-resin inlay or patination with a low-tech salt solution and a variety of resists. Supply List 6” x 6”, 18 or 16 gauge copper, brass, or nickel depending on your preference for color. Deco Color oil markers bold fine and extra fine in Black Deco Color Paint Markers Jewelry I kit if you have it. Black and white no grey scale images (Dover...

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$280

6 sessions

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Small Collage on Paper

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

Make powerful collages on an intimate scale. All projects will be 12 inches or smaller, with an emphasis on composition and color using your smallest collage materials and images. Supply List: Bristol Board Pad 9”x12” or 11” x 14” (any weight, hot or cold-press) X-acto knife with a supply of blades 1 sharp scissors Assortment of pencils and permanent markers White eraser 2 large permanent glue sticks and/or 1 pint of matte medium...

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$295

2 sessions

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Collage and Mixed Media (Intermediate/Advanced)

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

Join us for ongoing discussions on concepts, process and materials for collage and mixed media artists. Each week you’ll have dedicated time to work on your own independent projects and also participate in discussions on materials and techniques, reviewing contemporary artists and exhibits. Through personal and group critiques you’ll be challenged to push your work to the next level! Supply List Visitors are not required to show proof...

(1061) Intermediate 18 and older
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$285

5 sessions

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Paper Sculpting: A Meditation on Flora and Fauna

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

This class will make you reconsider what you thought you knew about a sheet of paper. Finding inspiration in the flora and fauna of BBG and NYC, we will fold, pinch, tear, and crumple paper to create our own 3-D plant life—while considering positive and negative space as well as light and shadow to create dramatic effects. No art background necessary! Note: Please bring this confirmation for Garden admission. The Security Guard in the lobby...

(165) All levels 18 and older
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Japanese Stab Binding

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

Get a crash course in bookbinding and book sewing. Learn how to create hardcover books with exposed and intricately sewn spines. Please bring these supplies to the workshop:  Two brushes for spreading adhesive (one about 2” wide, one a that’s smaller size)  Masking tape or blue painter’s tape  Scissors  Sharpie marker, pen, pencil with eraser  X-acto knife  Paper (medium to light weight, at least 5 large sheets) ...

(1061) Beginner 18 and older
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$145
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Typographic Collage: The Secret Life of Letraset

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

This class introduces participants to the world of typographic collage from Filippo Marinetti to Kurt Schwitters to graffiti artists. Special attention is paid to the history of Letraset, the rubdown lettering used extensively by artists and designers until it was supplanted by digital type in the late 1980s and the role of preformed letters in art, design and advertising. We use sheets of vintage letterset as a collage material to create graphic...

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$130
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Collage in a Box

Studio 45 @ 213 Troutman St, Brooklyn, NY

Unlock your creativity with Studio 45's Collage in a Box. In March, immerse yourself in the art of collage as each participant receives a 4x6" wooden box, complete with all materials needed for a unique and personalized masterpiece. Embrace the tactile joy of collaging and mod podging in this hands-on artistic experience.

(2) All levels 16 and older
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Getting Your Book from Concept to Creation

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

Have you been sitting on a book idea for years, but have no idea how to even start? Writing a book can be a challenge, but with affordable self-publishing options, more people than ever are getting their books out to the market. Veteran publisher Sharon Good will take you through the steps of writing, publishing and marketing to turn your book idea into a reality.

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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Di Palo’s: A Century of Gourmet Food History

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

Di Palo’s: A Century of Gourmet Food History in the Lower East Side Since 1925 the DiPalo family has been selling Italian food, making mozzarella, expertly slicing prosciutto and cutting 80 pound wheels of cheese from their iconic Little Italy gourmet shop. Enjoy a tasting of fine Italian foods including Grana Padano cheese and Venchi Chocolates as Francine Segan chats with Lou on all things Italian.

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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