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Advanced Language of Drawing
New York School of the Arts See all classes by this school @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY
Uncover the practices of composition and mark-making in the Advanced Language of Drawing course. Step deep into a variety of techniques and mediums, working from still-life and imagination. All levels are welcome.
Nov 11th
1:30–4:30pm ET
Meets 11 Times
Jan 27th
1:30–4:30pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Mar 31st
1:30–4:30pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Experimental Mixed Media and Printmaking
New York School of the Arts See all classes by this school @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY
Experiment with printmaking, collage, assemblage, drawing, and painting in a creative, supportive setting. Receive personalized guidance suited to your skill level while building unique, expressive works. Bring your own materials for extra inspiration, and explore limitless artistic possibilities.
Nov 11th
6:30–9:30pm ET
Meets 11 Times
Jan 27th
6:30–9:30pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Mar 31st
6:30–9:30pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Continuing Painting
New York School of the Arts See all classes by this school @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY
Dive into the expressive world of portraiture by painting costumed figures that highlight character and atmosphere. Learn classic techniques like the Loomis method, refine facial features, and capture light and texture with precision. Working from live models in rich costumes, you'll elevate both technical skills and creative storytelling.
Nov 12th
10am–1pm ET
Meets 11 Times
Jan 28th
10am–1pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Apr 1st
10am–1pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Ink and Block Printing Studio (Adult - Drop-in)
Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo See all classes by this school @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
Learn the art of block printing from the ground up, developing precision in design and carving as you transfer your creative ideas onto linoleum plates. Students explore how to reproduce their designs onto a range of surfaces, from fabric and clothing to paper, while strengthening hand-eye coordination and developing a distinctive personal print style.
Nov 2nd
11:45am–1:45pm ET
Nov 9th
11:45am–1:45pm ET
Nov 16th
11:45am–1:45pm ET
Nov 23rd
11:45am–1:45pm ET
The Beginner's Palette with oils (Drop-in)
Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo See all classes by this school @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
Build confidence with oil painting in a supportive class for beginners and intermediate artists. Explore color theory, composition, layering, blending, and brushwork while creating original paintings from photos or still-life arrangements. Develop your technique through hands-on practice and learn how to use oil paint to create depth, texture, mood, and tone.
Nov 2nd
6:45–8:45pm ET
Nov 9th
6:45–8:45pm ET
Nov 16th
6:45–8:45pm ET
Nov 23rd
6:45–8:45pm ET
3D Sculpture for Beginners (Drop-in)
Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo See all classes by this school @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
Develop hands-on experience in three-dimensional art through a series of engaging sculpture projects using cardboard and clay. Students learn to recreate images, draw inspiration from master artworks, and construct dimensional forms including self-portraits, building artistic perspective and spatial thinking throughout. Welcoming to beginners, this course fundamentally changes how you observe and create within the world around you.
Nov 3rd
6:45–8:45pm ET
Nov 10th
6:45–8:45pm ET
Nov 17th
6:45–8:45pm ET
Nov 24th
6:45–8:45pm ET
Drawing Comics and Story boarding for illustrators (Drop-In)
Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo See all classes by this school @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
Develop your visual storytelling skills through hands-on drawing exercises and scene analysis. Explore the building blocks of character design, camera angles, and page composition as you learn to bring narratives to life. Expert feedback at each stage supports your growth in storyboarding and illustration. A great starting point for beginners passionate about comics and creative storytelling.
Nov 4th
6:30–8:30pm ET
Nov 11th
6:30–8:30pm ET
Nov 18th
6:30–8:30pm ET
Nov 25th
6:30–8:30pm ET
Needle Felted Pets
Brooklyn Craft Company See all classes by this school @ 165 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Tap into your creativity with wool sculpting in this hands-on workshop! Learn needle felting and shape a mini version of your beloved pet with expert guidance, all materials provided. Practice the intricate art of forming raw wool fibers into lifelike animal figures.
Graffiti Art Workshop (Standard Admission + Individual Canvas)
Graff Tours See all classes by this school @ 282 Meserole St, Brooklyn, NY
Learn spray painting techniques and create your own graffiti art project while exploring the culture and style of aerosol art. End class with a finished piece to take home.
Oct 31st
3–4pm ET
Nov 1st
3–4pm ET
Nov 2nd
3–4pm ET
Nov 3rd
3–4pm ET
Nov 5th
3–4pm ET
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6-Week Wheel-Throwing
Wilcoxson Brooklyn Ceramics See all classes by this school @ 42 West Street, Brooklyn, NY
Master the art of wheel throwing as you create essential ceramics like mugs, bowls, and plates. This hands-on course will guide you through the process of shaping and perfecting basic forms, helping you build both technique and confidence in your ceramics practice.
Nov 3rd
6:30–9pm ET
Meets 6 Times
Nov 9th
6:30–9pm ET
Meets 6 Times
Art Educator Studio Cohort
Lista Studios See all classes by this school @ 34 35th St, Brooklyn, NY
Reconnect with your creative practice through a supportive professional learning community designed for art educators. Enjoy dedicated studio time, reflective exercises, peer feedback, and creative accountability while developing sustainable habits that nurture artistic growth and educator wellness. Open to K–12 art teachers, teaching artists, museum educators, and community arts educators at all career stages.
Nov 5th
7–9pm ET
Nov 19th
7–9pm ET
Dec 3rd
7–9pm ET
Quilting Foundations - 4 Block Sampler (2-day Workshop)
Keaton Quilts See all classes by this school @ 150 W 28th St, New York, NY
Build your quilting skills by learning to piece four classic quilt blocks: Checkerboard, Log Cabin, Half Square Triangle, and Curves. Practice techniques like strip piecing and sewing curves, then bring your blocks together with sashing, quilting, and binding to create a finished patchwork project.
Nov 6th
11:30am–6pm ET
Meets 2 Times
Anatomy, Composition, and Perspective: Figure Drawing for Painters
New York School of the Arts See all classes by this school @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY
Build a sharper eye for the human form while building techniques that merge anatomy, gesture, and perspective. Guided by classical and modern methods, you'll create expressive, spatially sound compositions and turn figure studies into compelling narrative artworks.
Nov 12th
1–4pm ET
Meets 11 Times
Jan 28th
1–4pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Apr 1st
1–4pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Color Theory in Oil Painting
New York School of the Arts See all classes by this school @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY
Discover the world of color theory through hands-on practice in this immersive oil painting course. Learn to mix paints and develop a deep understanding of color relationships, tone, hue, and saturation. Examine master paintings and explore how light, mood, and atmosphere lift your artwork. Ideal for beginners and open to all skill levels.
Nov 12th
1–4pm ET
Meets 11 Times
Jan 28th
1–4pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Apr 1st
1–4pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Abstraction: Development of Language and Imagery
New York School of the Arts See all classes by this school @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY
Discover the power of abstract painting. Tap into your creativity and develop your own artistic language through a range of activities. Take part in dialogue with contemporary artists and explore your distinctive sources of inspiration.
Nov 12th
1–4pm ET
Meets 11 Times
Jan 28th
1–4pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Apr 1st
1–4pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Bring Life to your Watercolors
New York School of the Arts See all classes by this school @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY
Bring life to your watercolors by building techniques for layering transparent washes and growing detail through color and tone. Working from still life and models, you'll explore the distinctive qualities of various pigments to achieve stunning compositions. The course emphasizes composition, rhythm, and the interplay of transparency and opacity for all skill levels.
Nov 12th
2–5pm ET
Meets 11 Times
Jan 28th
2–5pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Apr 1st
2–5pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Drawing the Nude
New York School of the Arts See all classes by this school @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY
Tap into your artistic potential by creating compelling images from live models, guided by observation, intuition, and vision. Step into anatomy, structure, and material use, growing your skills regardless of experience level. Join us to refine your techniques and bring your artistic visions to life in a supportive setting.
Nov 13th
6–8pm ET
Meets 11 Times
Jan 29th
6–8pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Apr 2nd
6–8pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Medium & Technique | Cyanotypes
ArtsClub See all classes by this school @ 311 E 3rd St, New York, NY
Trace the origins of photography through the cyanotype process, one of the earliest known methods for creating images with light and chemistry. This beginner-friendly studio class guides you through the fundamentals as you use found or personal objects to create your own richly toned blue cyanotypes. Scholarly context and hands-on exploration combine to make this a deeply rewarding introduction to photographic history.
Nov 13th
6:30–8:30pm ET
Jan 9th
5–7pm ET
Portrait and Figure Drawing from Life
New York School of the Arts See all classes by this school @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY
Develop a strong foundation in figure drawing by studying the human form from a live model. Learn to observe and translate proportion, gesture and movement with accuracy and confidence. Build techniques that add depth, structure and expressive quality to your work. Strengthen your ability to bring drawings to life through thoughtful rendering.
Nov 14th
10am–1pm ET
Meets 11 Times
Jan 30th
10am–1pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Apr 3rd
10am–1pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Lines of Connection -Portrait Drawing in Pen and Ink
New York School of the Arts See all classes by this school @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY
Develop your portrait drawing skills through focused pen-and-ink exercises. Learn to capture facial features, proportions, and expressive details using simple line forms and photographic references. Occasional mirror-based self-portraits provide additional practice, with instruction suitable for artists of all experience levels.
Nov 14th
1–4pm ET
Meets 11 Times
Jan 30th
1–4pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Apr 3rd
1–4pm ET
Meets 8 Times