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Unlock your artistic potential with a wide range of watercolor classes in NYC! Learn essential techniques, discover new styles, and create stunning works of art while gaining the confidence and skills to express yourself through this captivating medium.

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Watercolor Techniques

New York School of the Arts @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY

Unleash your creativity and master the art of watercolor painting at the renowned New York School of the Arts. Explore a wide range of techniques, from landscapes to portraits, and bring your imagination to life on the canvas. Discover the unique qualities of this captivating medium in a supportive and inspiring environment.

(76) All levels 18 and older
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$430

8 sessions

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Introduction to the Arts: Intro to Watercolor

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

An Evening of Art for Beginners Special Promotion Classes Learn methods of paint application, color mixing and visual representation. 6:30 pm: Free Open House — meet our staff, tour our art gallery and studios, participate in a demonstration or food & wine tasting, and get help selecting the perfect class. 7:30 – 9:30 pm: Take one of our special $20 introductory classes in fine art & design, ceramics, jewelry, music, dance,...

(1068) Beginner 18 and older
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Watercolor Basics

New York School of the Arts @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY

This workshop is to cover basics of watercolor materials and techniques. It is important to understand the difference in material and to chose the right materials for your purpose and style. Students are given series of exercises that help them understand when and how to use wet in wet or dry brush technique, how to mix color to get what they want, how to start and finish overall painting.  The second part of this workshop will cover some...

(76) Beginner 18 and older
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$850

4 sessions

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Beginners Watercolor Painting Outdoors in Central Park

The Art Studio NY @ NYC Central Park, New York, NY

Enjoy in-person, socially distanced outdoor adult watercolor painting classes with New York City’s #1-rated art studio, The Art Studio NY! With small group art classes outdoors, we will express our inner artists in spacious, beautiful outdoor location in Central Park on The Upper West Side where we will feel uplifted by the beauty of nature as our muse. Feel inspired by New York City’s culture, colorful parks, gardens, landscapes, and city...

(633) Beginner 18 and older
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$199

4 sessions

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Modern Abstract Watercolor Painting @ Parachute Soho

Brooklyn Craft Company @ 129 Grand St, New York, NY

We're teaming up with our friends at Parachute Home for a super fun and relaxing Sunday morning watercolor workshop! Join us to learn the basics of watercolor painting as you make your own original works of art! This mellow, beginner-level workshop will take you on a tour of watercolor basics including: Learn and practice a variety of painting techniques including: wet brush, dry brush, bloom, scumbling, and blotting  Learn how to...

(559) Beginner 18 and older
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Techniques in Watercolor

New York School of the Arts @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY

This course examines the language and techniques of watercolor painting. Students will paint using a variety of strategies derived from current and historical practice.  As a medium that allows only a few corrections, the basis of watercolor must be understood. Students will learn the medium’s behavior on wet and dry paper and how to cause accidents without losing control, allowing the medium to express itself and create images that...

(76) All levels 18 and older
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$240

4 sessions

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Contemporary Watercolor

New York School of the Arts @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY

Explore the possibilities of expressive, contemporary watercolor painting at the New York School of the Arts. From composition to color, this class encourages experimentation and individual growth. All levels are welcome.

(76) All levels 18 and older
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$430

8 sessions

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The Magic of Watercolor

New York School of the Arts @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY

Discover the enchanting world of watercolor at the renowned New York School of the Arts. Explore the art of layering transparent washes, and learn how to use pigments to create stunning compositions. Let your creativity flow with this immersive course.

(76) Beginner 18 and older
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$430

8 sessions

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Watercolors, Illumination and Gilding

New York Open Center @ 22 E 30th St, New York, NY

Today Rosemary Buczek, an artist renowned for her calligraphic skills with illuminations including gilding techniques, will share her skills in gilding, drawing and designing with the illuminated letter, as well as watercolor painting techniques. This will be a rare opportunity to be introduced to the beautiful art of illumination of the Renaissance, but continues to flourish today. We will learn the basic forms of the versal or Lombardic letter,...

(299) All levels 18 and older
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$145
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Inspiring Watercolor Painting

The Art Studio NY @ 145 W 96th St, New York, NY

In this inspiring art class, explore the world of watercolor painting as you experiment with these rich paints, brushes, various watercolor papers, and endless watercolor techniques. Work from subject matter such as still life, landscape, florals, abstraction, and any other additional subject matter that truly inspires you. Watercolors are beautiful, rich and luminescent, and artists have been fascinated by the mystery of watercolor painting for...

(633) All levels 18 and older
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$299

6 sessions

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Beginners Watercolor Painting: How to Paint Flowers

The Art Studio NY @ 211 W 80th St, New York, NY

Watercolor classes are the perfect way to ignite your inner-artist and express yourself through painting! Enjoy this inspiring journey of online watercolor painting classes with NYC’s #1-rated art studio, The Art Studio NY, and learn the most important watercolor painting techniques as you learn to express yourself through painting unique works of art. Receive encouraging, non-judgemental painting instruction as you relax, relieve stress, connect...

(633) Beginner 18 and older
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$264

4 sessions

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Painting the Figure in Watercolor

Drawing New York @ 18 W 18th St, New York, NY

Watercolor technique warmup Drawing the figure in preparation for painting Laying in color masses Modeling with shadow Modeling with light Important Things to Note: We will work from a live figure model the entire session. This session is limited to 13 students.  To get the most out of this session please arrive 15 minutes before start time with the recommended materials. Models pose for 20 minutes at a time with 5 minute breaks between...

(696) All levels 18 and older
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Watercolor: Still Life, Model, Life

New York School of the Arts @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY

Making watercolors from observation, we will turn our perception into images. Students will work from the still life and from the model. Formal elements of painting such as composition, tone, and color will be pursued while maintaining an appreciation for the immediacy and fluidity of watercolor. Individual attention and group critiques will help each student develop their own voice.  All levels are welcome, although prior drawing experience...

(76) All levels 18 and older
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$350

4 sessions

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Watercolor: The Exploration

New York School of the Arts @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY

This course will combine loose and controlled watercolor techniques focusing on both still life seasonal motifs which are in bloom and the model. A major focus will be on composition, color, and issues related to the mediums. Students will receive individual attention and instruction, as well as group critiques at the end of each class. There will be a brief demonstration for those who are unfamiliar with the medium. Registration fee included. ...

(76) All levels 18 and older
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$350

4 sessions

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Water Media

New York School of the Arts @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY

This class will introduce the materials and techniques of water media painting including watercolor, gouache and acrylic. Students will gain practical knowledge of water based paint to achieve a wide range of effects (washes, opaque marks, dry brush, hatching, etc.) Vadnais will demonstrate how to take advantage of the quick drying and layering potential of the media. Students will learn how to properly varnish, store and care for their finished...

(76) All levels 18 and older
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$350

8 sessions

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Creative Watercolor

New York School of the Arts @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY

This course will combine loose and controlled watercolor techniques focusing on both still life seasonal motifs which are in bloom and the model. A major focus will be on composition, color, and issues related to the mediums. Students will receive individual attention and instruction, as well as group critiques at the end of each class. There will be a brief demonstration for those who are unfamiliar with the medium. MATERIALS: Paints: Recommend...

(76) All levels 18 and older
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$350

8 sessions

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Express Yourself: Pushing the Envelope in Watercolor

New York Open Center @ 22 E 30th St, New York, NY

This workshop is all about challenging ourselves to go beyond our boundaries in watercolor. Renowned painting teacher and award-winning watercolor artist Mel Stabin will encourage us to experience the magical, spontaneous, and transparent qualities of watercolor and help us discover that watercolor is at its best when it’s set free. Emphasis will be placed on gaining more confidence by simplifying our approach to subject matter and painting with...

(299) All levels 18 and older
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$180
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Flower Workshop

Watercolor for Absolute Beginners @ 24-32 Union Square East, New York, NY

Blossoms and bouquets on both dry and wet paper. Some basic techniques, plus NEW exercises every time.  For all levels. Note:  $5 materials fee if you need to borrow supplies.  Full Materials Kit: $55 (folding plastic palette, half-tube of each of 10 colors, 6 brushes, 12-sheet pad of Arches paper) Mini-Kit: $30 (half the paper and paint, smaller palette, three brushes)

(27) All levels 16 and older
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$130
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Intuitive Art Journaling: Trusting the Process

New York Open Center @ 22 E 30th St, New York, NY

Join artist and art therapist Amy Maricle to help you create and enhance your intuitive art journaling practice. Learn to create deep, smoky backgrounds, use layering techniques, work on multiple pieces at once, and create organic patterns with paint and gel pen for beautiful abstract journal paintings or backgrounds to hold cherished quotes or reflections. Amy is a gentle guide who loves helping students get their inner critic out of the way so...

(299) All levels 18 and older
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$145
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Watercolor Basics

The Curator Gallery @ 520 W 23rd St, New York, NY

You'll learn the proper use of watercolor materials as well as basic painting techniques. This introductory class is designed for beginner students with little to no watercolor experience. Students will produce a finished painting in this two hour lesson. The lesson is broken down into step-by-step techniques intended to aid complete beginners. All materials provided. 

(43) Beginner 10 and older
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