Drawing Classes in NYC, New York

In this intensive two hour class, students with learn how to correctly start a drawing through the process of straight line construction and comparison. The basic principles of light, shadow, and shading will also be discussed. This class is great for artists that would like to improve their technique and gain confidence in the embarkation of a new...

Learn to construct solid and anatomically correct figure and portrait drawings. Through lectures, demonstrations, and individual instruction, this course will cover the anatomical, structural, and surface forms of the head and figure. With a focus on the gesture as our starting point, we will identify the line of the body and develop the constitution...

This is a foundation course for those who wish to understand how perspective works, and then learn how to draw these. This includes printed handouts, videos as well as a quick video lecture on how to set up your home studio. Inventing 2-point perspective systems and working from Provided Still-life Studio Set -Up in Class Papers, Pencils, Erasers...

This class will teach the skills necessary to approach figure drawing. Anatomy will be taught and discussed as a tool to create expressive, interesting figure drawings.  Artistry will be emphasized.  We will analyze the "magic" of old master drawings.   Students will also learn basic shading techniques, expression of line, building...

Focus on Drawing is designed for adults students who want an opportunity to become experienced drawers with strong technical skills in a fun and social environment. Students build on their skills by mastering the principles of using line, tone, light, texture, composition, spacial depth and perspective. Students work on personalized...

In this class we will focus on cast drawing and many of the fundamental skills necessary for an artist to achieve an illusion of reality in his or her work . Students will begin with a basic “block-in” construction which helps to build proper accuracy in tilt, comparing important visual alignments, shape, proportion and gesture. Discussion...

Painting and Drawing the Human Form: A Classical Approach Through sustained poses, students will be guided through the process of completing an accurate painting or drawing of the live model via online video conferencing. Students will learn to paint the structural landmarks of the human figure by combining the variations of form and plane. We...

Through a series of exercises, we are going to explore the elements of drawing as well as a variety of techniques, tools, and drawing mediums. We will work from still lifes, photographs, and online resources. The primary objective will be black and white imagery, but color may also be introduced. We will have individual and group critics. All levels...

Let yourself go and experiment with Paint on Canvas and/or Pencil on paper. Principals of Composition, as well as the basic building blocks of all art is explored in detail in a low-pressure informal setting. This includes printed handouts, video lectures as well as a quick video lecture on how to set up your home studio are covered. Class time is...

To draw is to express yourself in a special visual language. Learn how the language enables you to render on a flat page the spaces and volumes that you observe around you. As we work from the live model and other subjects, we consult historical examples to see how artists have used shape, plane, and rhythm. Awaken yourself to the sensation of seeing...

Understanding the basics of drawing the figure allows you to organize light, shade, gesture, and rhythm into a single expressive whole. Working individually with the instructor, you’ll be introduced to varied drawing approaches and techniques, and develop your skills and insights.  Open to students of all levels.

Through a series of exercises, we will explore the principles of drawing and a variety of techniques, tools, and dry and wet mediums. We will be focusing on composition and mark-making and will be working from still-life and imagination. Students will get a deeper understanding of developing a series. All levels are welcome. MATERIAL LIST: Sketch...

This Teen art instruction will introduce graded graphites and light to dark charcoals.  Techniques will be presented, such as pencil mechanics, perspective, & various amounts of shading. DUE TO COVID-19: Our studio is currently following the guidelines for small businesses during this time.   We will be practicing the CDC COVID-19 guidelines,...

An excellent beginner’s course for adults learning how to draw. Drawing is the most important skill in all the visual arts and the basis for all other media. Its also a great course for those in film, design or fashion. Learn how to develop confidence with your sketches & create dynamic compositions.  We recommend a full class course to...

Find your creative flow through painting/drawing and mixed media. You will learn to trust the creative process, your intuition and natural creative impulses while learning a step by step method to create art from your heart. Notes: Scheduling for private lessons is flexible and subject to the instructor's availability. If the instructor...