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Round Robin Portrait Drawing
AlterWork Studios See all classes by this school @ 30-09 35th Ave, Long Island City, NY
Create a lively collection of portraits through a fast-paced group drawing experience. Rotate seats, meet new partners, and capture each person in a series of timed sketches. At the end, exchange portraits and leave with a stack of drawings made by fellow participants. Bring your preferred drawing medium.
Sat. Dec 19th, 11am–2pm ET
(3 hours)
Portraiture - Drawing Faces
ArtClassBklyn.com See all classes by this school
Learn the art of drawing faces in an individualized setting. Discover step-by-step techniques for drawing the human head in proportion using traditional and Loomis methods. With live and video demonstrations, this course provides the tools and resources to continue practicing at home.
Oct 27th
4–5:30pm ET
$299
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Oct 27th
5:45–7:15pm ET
$299
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Nov 3rd
4–5:30pm ET
$299
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Nov 3rd
5:45–7:15pm ET
$299
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Nov 10th
4–5:30pm ET
$299
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Tue. Oct 27th, 4–5:30pm ET
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Fear-Free Drawing: Beginner's Portrait & Figure Drawing
The Art Studio NY See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom
Unlock your artistic potential with an online art class. Join our skilled instructors as they guide you through the basics of portrait and figure drawing, helping you conquer your fears and create stunning art from the comfort of your own home. Materials not included.
Nov 17th
7:30–9pm ET
Meets 8 Times
$299
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Tue. Nov 17th, 7:30–9pm ET
(12 hours over 8 sessions)
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Portrait Drawing (Drop-in)
Drawing New York See all classes by this school @ 15 Gramercy Park South, New York, NY
Explore the fundamentals of portrait drawing with a focus on structure, likeness, and character. Learn to streamline your process by identifying essential features and using artful abbreviation to create confident, expressive drawings. Open to all levels, with guidance tailored to individual interests and needs.
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$55
Portrait Drawing (3 Sessions)
Drawing New York See all classes by this school @ 15 Gramercy Park South, New York, NY
Build a strong foundation in portrait drawing by exploring the structure, anatomy, and proportions of the head. Develop skills in shaping likeness, refining forms, and using shading techniques to create depth and expression. Through focused practice and careful observation, artists will gain greater confidence in producing polished, expressive portraits with accuracy and clarity.
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Drawing on Toned Paper (Portrait Drawing)
Drawing New York See all classes by this school @ 15 Gramercy Park South, New York, NY
Explore the art of portraiture using graphite and white chalk on toned paper. Build a strong foundation with accurate facial structure, then bring your drawing to life with tonal rendering and luminous highlights. Ideal for artists looking to refine their technique and elevate their portrait work.
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Portrait Drawing: Long Pose
Drawing New York See all classes by this school @ 15 Gramercy Park S, New York, NY
Join Grand Central Atelier graduate Allison Parker for three hours of assisted portrait drawing. Students work from a live model who takes a single pose for the entire session. Large printouts of classical techniques are posted around the room for students to review. Students will work on their own drawings with the instructor coming around to assist them. While the model is resting we take “working breaks”...
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$50
Portrait Drawing (3 sessions) with Kelly Foss
Drawing New York See all classes by this school @ 15 Gramercy Park S, New York, NY
During this 3-Session Portrait Drawing Class students will learn how to more easily draw from life (1 pose for all sessions) with artist Kelly Foss. Session 1: Students will learn how to set up the model and space to their advantage. Using vine charcoal and graphite pencils, they will draw the larger portions of our subject, working from the outside in. With the help of observing darks and lights, they will subdivide the masses and place the...
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Icebreaker Portrait Night
Drawing New York See all classes by this school @ 15 Gramercy Park South, New York, NY
Celebrate the spooky season with a lively night of portrait drawing, laughter, and creativity. Sketch fellow artists while enjoying wine, music, and great company in a fun, social setting. All supplies are provided—just bring your imagination and get ready for a spirited evening of art and connection.
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$65
Painting + Drawing Animals for Teens (Ages 9-13) (Full Semester)
Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo See all classes by this school @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
Unleash your creativity as a teen artist by painting and drawing captivating animal portraits at Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo. Explore a variety of animals, from wild to domestic, and learn techniques to bring them to life on canvas. Develop observational skills and discover the joy of capturing the unique characteristics and expressions of animals through painting and drawing.
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Painting + Drawing Animals for Teens (Ages 9-13) (Drop-In)
Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo See all classes by this school @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
Unleash your creativity as a teen artist by painting and drawing captivating animal portraits at Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo. Explore a variety of animals, from wild to domestic, and learn techniques to bring them to life on canvas. Develop observational skills and discover the joy of capturing the unique characteristics and expressions of animals through painting and drawing.
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$80
Painting + Drawing Animals for Teens (Ages 9-13) (Full Semester)
Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo See all classes by this school @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
Join us at Duck Island Café & Bar in Prospect Park for a winter-inspired watercolor class in the Party Room at the LeFrak Center. Guided by professional art instructors, you’ll layer brushstrokes and create a landscape inspired by the park and NYC iconography. All supplies included; food and drinks available for purchase.
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$20
Mixed Level Drawing: Figures + Portraits
Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan See all classes by this school @ 334 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY
Unlock your artistic potential as you explore the art of drawing figures and portraits. Discover various techniques used by artists throughout history and gain inspiration from contemporary depictions. Develop your confidence and expand your drawing repertoire in this immersive in-person course.
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Portrait Drawing
Educational Alliance Art School See all classes by this school @ 197 East Broadway, New York, NY
Students focus on the portrait as subject while developing their drawing skills and singular style. Learn the fundamentals of anatomy, proportion, line and value to capture the sitter’s features and personality. Students develop techniques to draw what they see using measurement, contour and gesture drawing. Prerequisite: Beginning Drawing or equivalent ability
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Pre-College Portrait
Ashcan Studio of Art See all classes by this school @ 45 E 34th St, New York, NY
The Portrait course covers comprehensive methods for developing portrait projects, including how to draw facial features, and how to discover ways to represent a subject’s identity through content, color and texture. At ASHCAN...YOU Can Your portfolio is THE MOST critical component to a College or Graduate School application. Developing a unique and coherent body of work is of paramount importance and essential to the pursuit of higher...
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Learn to Paint and Draw Self (Or Other) Portraits
The Elizabeth foundation for the arts See all classes by this school @ 323 W 39th St, New York, NY
“Painting Selfies” - Capture Your Selfies (or Others) in Painting/Drawing 3 person master class with professional artist. Enjoy a creative and absorbing class as you learn how to paint your own selfie portraits with reference to self portraits by the master painters though out art history. Explore the fundamentals of drawing and painting the human face to create self-portraits. Students will work from phone ‘selfies’, photos and...
All levels
14 and older
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$100
Portrait Drawing & Painting
Grand Central Atelier See all classes by this school @ 46-06 11th St, New York, NY
Participants will draw and paint the portrait from a single pose lasting several weeks. The first several sessions of each pose will consist of drawing on paper to establish an accurate likeness, proportions, and structure in a linear mode. When the drawing is complete it will be transferred for painting. The following weeks will proceed in a rational way, applying paint incrementally through an understanding of the effect of light on form. This...
All levels
18 and older
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Portrait Drawing with Colored Pencil
92nd Street Y See all classes by this school @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Unlock the secrets of lifelike portrait drawing with colored pencils in this immersive class. From mastering proportions to capturing expressions, refine your skills through hands-on sessions with live models. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned artist, elevate your abilities and create stunning portraits with depth and dimension.
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Structural Figure Drawing
92nd Street Y See all classes by this school @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Learn the basic structures of the portrait and figure in order to create solid form and proportion in drawings from observation and imagination. The class will cover basic anatomy of the skeleton and musculature to give students the tools to depict the body in three dimensions. Students will draw from a live model and key concepts will be taught with short illustrated lectures and individual coaching. In this class you will be encouraged to work in pencil and/or charcoal. Please bring pencil drawing materials to ...
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Figure and Portrait Drawing Combined
92nd Street Y See all classes by this school @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Discover the art of rendering realistic figures and portraits in this engaging course that delves into anatomy and proportions. Utilize your favorite drawing medium to create lively drawings while honing your skills. Join online video conferencing sessions to work from live models and engage in class discussions and demonstrations.
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Reviews for Portrait Drawing Classes in NYC
Portrait Drawing Classes in NYC are rated 4.9 stars based on 13 verified reviews from actual CourseHorse.com purchasers.
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Portrait Drawing (Drop-in)
Fantastic class. I sucked so bad but the instructor did their best to guide the session and save me from being a complete failure. -
Portraiture - Drawing Faces
The friendly and experienced instructor gave me the personal attention I needed. -
Figure and Portrait Drawing Combined
Exactly what I was looking for. Anthony is a very good teacher too. Thanks! -
Portrait Drawing with Colored Pencil
I am always happy with class at the Y. This was particularly rewarding because, very small , 5 students. I learned a lot about color & was encouraged to develop shades of various colors from the primary colors & then learned about all the color pencils & how to apply them. Ie. The old masters pallet. We had demos. To demonstrate Application of color to portraits . Also worked on portraits. As usual we had an excellent model & one can’t do a good portrait without a good model. Nancy J. is a hands on teacher who try’s to give you space to develop style BUT ( you better get those measurements correct) All done with patience from a teacher who has tremendous talent. Love workshops ! Would like more of them. Would also like pay for the day ! I can’t always be in NY . But would love to attend a class when there. -
Painting (All Levels)
Leo, the instructor, is world class! If you’re looking for excellent instruction, this class is for you! There are a few tips that will help you prepare for the class: - Be realistic. You may or may not actually get to paint. Everyone starts off by spending several classes drawing with pencil. The instructor decides when you’re ready to graduate to paint (which, if you’re not great at drawing, may be never!) - The materials list on Course horse is incorrect!!!! Don’t go out and spend $150 on painting supplies like I did! You won’t use any of them! - Be proactive! Don’t expect the school to reach out to you. Email the school directly to request a materials. The school will eventually send emails, but it’ll sometimes be just hours before your class. -
Portrait Drawing: Long Pose
I loved the class with Allison. At each class (I've taken two), I learn something new about how I see and how I express what I see. -
Drawing and Painting the Portrait
Great Instructor, Small class Highly Recommend -
Portrait Drawing (Drop-in)
It was so great! I am so happy I attended and look forward to other art classes offered on CourseHorse. The teacher, Allison, couldn't have been more knowledgeable and supportive and Simon and his assistant, Michael, were wonderful as well.
