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92nd Street Y is a prestigious cultural and community center that brings people together through art, entertainment, and conversation. With a wide range of classes and programs, as well as top-notch events and concerts, it offers something for everyone, regardless of age or interest.
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Painting with Light: Chemigrams
92nd Street Y See all classes by this school @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
A unique and rare alternative photo process, Chemigrams offer a way to create prints the way an alchemist might: by transforming simple everyday substances into images that are as singular as they are spectacular. More related in method and approach to painting and printmaking than to photography, Chemigrams use no camera or darkroom. We'll be drawing and painting in ambient light with darkroom chemicals onto black & white photo paper to create...
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Finding Puccini's Music Box
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Scholars have long sought the source for two major themes in Madama Butterfly. One is associated with Butterfly herself and the second with her patrimony. The assumption has been that Puccini, attempting to achieve exotic authenticity, based these themes on Japanese melodies. But Professor W. Anthony Sheppard has discovered a different theory: Puccini's source for these themes was a Swiss-made music box playing Chinese tunes. Evidence indicates...
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Body Strategies
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Learn about the bones, tendons and muscles that build the human form to give your drawings a real sense of proportion, movement and personality. This class will fundamentally change the way you depict human form. One or more sessions feature a figure model.
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Portrait and People in Pastel
92nd Street Y See all classes by this school @ 1395 Lexington Ave, 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. ____________________ Working from live models, you will learn how to use pastel to create warmth and character in portrait and figure drawings. Artists will sharpen their...
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Sketching Nature in Central Park
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Capture the beauty of nature through sketching while exploring the landscapes of Central Park. Strengthen your observation and drawing skills using a variety of materials and techniques designed for outdoor sketching. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, this immersive experience offers a creative way to connect with nature and refine your artistic expression.
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Getting Started: Oil Painting Intensive
92nd Street Y See all classes by this school @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Designed for beginners who want to get started fast! Our intro classes, taught by professional artists, invite you to sample drawing, painting or pastels in three-week sessions. All supplies are included with registration.
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Watercolor in Fort Tryon Park
92nd Street Y See all classes by this school @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Fort Tryon Park offers a wide range of landscape subjects: massive rock faces in a pine grove, the arching branches of old elms, an extraordinary view of the Hudson River within an arcade of London plane trees and many intricate, beautiful flower gardens. No wonder it is a designated scenic landmark. Explore watercolor techniques and themes in a special en plein air setting. Watercolor Paints: Small tubes, artist grade or a set of watercolors...
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Getting Started: Drawing Intensive
92nd Street Y See all classes by this school @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Everyone can draw, including you! If you’re longing to re-spark your inner artist but aren’t sure where to start, these short classes will give you the jump you need. Professional artists take you step by step through basic techniques, opening your eyes to infinite possibilities. An affordable way to get your creative juices flowing, have fun, and be inspired. All supplies included with registration.
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Watercolor for Birdwatchers
92nd Street Y See all classes by this school @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Unlock the artistry of watercolor painting tailored for birdwatchers. Delve into techniques for capturing avian beauty and their habitats with precision and grace. Elevate your skills in color mixing, paint application, and detail work to create stunning illustrations that celebrate the exquisite world of birds.
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$165
Introduction to the Arts: Drawing (Beginners)
92nd Street Y See all classes by this school @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
An Evening of Art for Beginners Special Promotion Classes If you’re longing to re-spark your inner artist but aren’t sure where to start, this class will give you the jump you need. 6 pm: This special introductory class. 7:30-9:30 pm: Free Open House — meet our staff, tour our studios, participate in a demonstration and get help selecting the perfect class. Click here to R.S.V.P.
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$20
Intro to the Arts Night - Free Open House
92nd Street Y See all classes by this school @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Channel your inner artist at our free open house and enjoy an evening filled with hands-on activities, art, jewelry and ceramics demonstrations, private music lessons, food and wine tastings, dance performances, and much more. This is a great opportunity to meet our staff, tour our new music facilities and art studios, and get help selecting the perfect class. Hands-on Activities & Demonstrations Fine Art & Design Watercolor (demo) ...
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Free
How to Stretch a Canvas
92nd Street Y See all classes by this school @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Learn how to assemble, stretch, size and prime a cotton canvas. Get hands-on instruction and leave with your own canvas! Q&A Q: Can I make up a class if I miss one? A: No, make-up classes are not allowed since other classes may be full. Further, instructors are paid based on the number of students within their own classes, so attending a class outside your own is not allowed. Q: Are materials provided and included in cost...
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$145
Drawing at the Cloisters
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Light-and-shade-dappled cloistered gardens, Romanesque windows, column capitals and a hammered-iron standing candelabra. These are just a few of the amazing settings and subjects found at the Cloisters. Drawing lessons pair techniques to themes. Explore a fascinating collection within a unique space and take your skills to the next level. Tuition includes museum admission. Pencils – Charcoal Pencils Note: The Met Museum allows...
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2D Packing and Art Handling
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Whether you are walking paintings home from the studio or storing them long-term, learn how to apply the techniques and global standards galleries and auction houses use to pack and transport 2D works of art, to keep your creations safe.
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$125
Autobiographical Cartoons
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Explore the world of autobiographical comics and create panel-to-panel visual narratives based on your experiences, adventures, family histories and dreams. Study the works of artists like Robert Crumb, Harvey Pekar, Carol Tyler and Art Spiegelman, who are known for illustrating their daily lives. Learn the fundamentals of Comics Structure, composition and narrative Create an original script And use a variety of drawing materials...
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$125
Drink & Draw
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Join us on every second Thursday night for a Drink & Draw session with a twist — music and models inspired by a theme. These informal figure-drawing events pair eclectic DJ sets with dynamic modeling. Admission includes two drinks and supplies courtesy of our generous sponsor, Blick Art Materials. For March: Let's go way back: We're no psychiatrists, but this drink and draw is going to bring up some interesting memo-ries. And probably...
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$20
Twisted Wire Rings, Bangles and Hoops
92nd Street Y See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom, New York, NY
Learn to twist wire to form beautiful patterns to create rings, bracelets, or hoop earrings. Forming, hammering, fitting, and finishing are covered in this fast-paced and fun mechanical twisting process. Required materials: 4-8 foot-long lengths of brass in assorted shapes eg:rectangular, half-round, square, round (1-2 of each)(sterling silver may be used for 2 pieces). 3 feet of sterling silver round wire 14 gauge 6 feet of rich low, copper...
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Gerry Lewy: Diamond Setting
92nd Street Y See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom, New York, NY
Learn multiple settings for diamonds with master setter and Guinness Book of world record holder for the most diamonds set in an object Gerry Lewy. Class will cover demonstrations on the following topics. Students will be asked to practice the settings additionally outside of class. Week One: “Engagement Settings” Introduction to a 4-prong, claw setting. Week Two: “Full Bezel setting” Using “High Speed Steel Burs” using a Riveting...
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Simple Settings for Enamels and Beyond
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Discover solderless ideas for setting enamels and other objects. Subjects to be covered: tab settings, pop-up prongs and related techniques For the Supply List, Guidelines and Studio Rules please CLICK HERE
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Jewelry Projects at Home
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Jewelry Projects at Home: Minimal Tools, Maximum Results During this hands-on class you will make a Tab Setting (a very versatile setting made from sheet metal for stones and different objects of various shapes and textures), earring wires, and various wire and sheet metal earrings. Techniques and projects do not require soldering or machinery. Supplies and materials needed: Notebook or sketchbook Clamp on bench pin Jeweler’s saw frame At...
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Reviews of 92nd Street Y
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Drawing for Beginners
I love this class. Learning a lot about drawing. -
Watercolors for Absolute Beginners
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Drawing for Beginners
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Colored Pencils for Beginners
Erin is lovely!! Really encouraging of expression in all its forms. It was such a great way to feel comfortable with coloured pencils. -
Watercolor Painting (Beginner/Intermediate)
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Drawing with Pastel
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Getting Started with Oil Painting
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Watercolor Painting (Beginner/Intermediate)
This watercolor class was a revelation—beautifully structured, thoughtfully paced, and led by an inspiring instructor, Allison, who made even the most complex techniques feel within reach. As someone who had never touched watercolor before, I left my first year not only confident but with a piece accepted into an art show—proof of just how transformative and empowering this class truly is. -
Precious Metal Clay II
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Twisted Wire Jewelry
This class involves one project, a lovely twisted wire ring, although if you're quicker or more skilled (I'm just kind of intermediate), you may have time for an extra piece. It was challenging, but I learned a lot and was pretty proud of what I accomplished. It will be even more exciting when the new jewelery labs at 92nd Street Y open with new equipment! -
Mosaic Art Crash Course
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Collage Then and Now
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Figure and Portrait Drawing Combined
Susan is an EXCEPTIONAL teacher! I learned so much and had so much fun! HIGHEST recommendation! -
Getting Started with Oil Painting
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Drawing with Pastel
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Drawing for Beginners
Bernado is amazing. I learned so many new things and had a blast drawing and learning from him. Would definitely recommend and take again. -
Beginner Jewelry Projects
Michelle was great as were the other classmates -
Multiple Approaches to Enameling (Intermediate/Advanced)
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Multiple Approaches to Enameling (Intermediate/Advanced)
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Collage Then and Now
