Introduction to Drawing and Painting

Ever wonder how those beautiful Michelangelo sketches are made? It's not genius or talent, but can be broken down into clear technique and skills. Pick out your favorite Michelangelo (or Leonardo if you prefer the anatomy) sketch and we can reproduce it together in this class. We'll start with some simple warm ups to get that hand-eye coordination...

Learn to draw in just two hours! Think you can’t draw a straight line? Longing to tap into your right brain? Join NYC's #1 Rated Art Class Studio in this fun and inspiring drawing class in Central Park, as you: Learn beginner's drawing techniques   Create your own drawings while learning about: line, shading, composition, self-expression,...

This class will cover fundamental aspects of the visual language of drawing including perspective, charcoal tonal drawing, mark making (line, hatching, cross-hatching, etc), still-life, portraiture, figure drawing with the live model and much more. Behind many great works of art, abstraction or realism, lies a strong drawing. Drawing is the bridge...

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,...

Working from simple still life setups students will learn the fundamentals of drawing. Step-by-by-step instruction in building the form through line and value will be given. Individual critiques covering the basics of drawing such as proportions, value, construction and perspective will be offered. No experience necessary. Supplies List Pencils...

Learn how to draw in just one day, in this beginner's drawing workshop! Drawing is easier than you think and if you hear yourself saying, “but I can’t even draw a straight line,” or “I don’t have a creative bone in my body,” it’s time to think again! In this hands-on, step-by-step, beginner's drawing workshop, you will feel supported...

Drawing is where it all begins! This course is ideal for beginner and intermediate-level students who seek a foundation in the fundamentals of drawing. Expert teachers guide students through the elements of art, including line, shape, shadow, value, tone, form and perspective, demonstrating and offering critiques of work in graphite, charcoal and...

Ever wonder how those emotive Renaissance faces are made? It's not genius or talent, but can be broken down into clear technique and skills. Pick out your favorite Michelangelo (or Leonardo) head sketch and we can reproduce it together in this class. We'll start with some simple warm-ups to get that hand-eye coordination flowing,...

This drawing class is designed for artists interested in broadening the fundamentals of their craft. Students will work explore observational drawing from still life, landscape, portraiture and figure drawing, as well as broad range of media including pastel, watercolor, ink, and graphite. This is a perfect course for anyone willing to bring out their...

Explore and examine the Museum though line and form. Using the Museum’s collection objects and architecture as subjects, participants will learn and practice gesture, line, form, and shading.  Although this is an introductory course; all skill levels welcome.

This is a 2 day workshop based on the teaching method called "DRAWING ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE BRAIN". This method was developed by Betty Edwards in the 1970's in order to teach students how to draw realistically in a very short time.  This 2 day self-portrait workshop will be offered for free just for a limited time only. The purpose...