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Pendants and Bails

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

Design and create a beautiful pendant and a unique repoussé bail. Skills taught include sawing, piercing, soldering, filing, sanding, polishing, bezel making, stonesetting and creating a bail. For the Supply List, Guidelines and Studio Rules please CLICK HERE

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$294

6 sessions

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Illustrated City Stories

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

Join illustrator Jenny Kroik, whose clients include the New Yorker Magazine and the Washington Post, in this workshop that will give you glimpse into her process of capturing fleeting moments in the city. You will learn how to compose a painting that tells a story, focusing on our experiences in the city and beyond! Using gouache, you’ll discover how to develop an idea from story to design, and through the process create a beautifully crafted...

(1061) Beginner 18 and older
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$250

2 sessions

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Intro to Quilting

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

You’ll learn how to make a simple patchwork quilt top, how to create the “quilt sandwich”, and how to sew binding. You’ll complete this course with a finished quilt! Beginner machine sewing skills required.  Supply List: To view the list please CLICK HERE PROOF OF COVID-19 VACCINATION IS REQUIRED for all adults and children ages 5+.

(1061) Beginner 18 and older
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$275

6 sessions

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Botanical Drawing

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

Discover the art of bringing botanical subjects to life on paper in this hands-on course. Learn the techniques of pencil rendering and capture the intricate designs, patterns, and colors of plants, flowers, and vegetables. Unleash your creativity and create stunning botanical drawings with the guidance of experienced instructors.

(1061) Beginner 18 and older
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$290

6 sessions

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Illustration and Comics Foundations

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

Unleash your creativity and master the art of visual storytelling with artist Floyd Hughes. Explore the world of illustration and comics, learn drawing techniques, and composition, and develop your own original stories. Whether you're a beginner or looking to enhance your skills, this course offers a solid foundation for various creative processes.

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$290
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Playwriting with Charly Evon Simpson

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

In this workshop, we will be generating new material as we work towards writing a hopefully inspiring, possibly messy, definitely "something" first draft of a new play. There will be in-class and out-of-class reading and writing, which we will discuss and share week to week, as well as time to chat about inspiration, revision and more.

(1061) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$385

4 sessions

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Approaches to Abstraction with Watercolor

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

Unlock the limitless potential of watercolor as you delve into the world of abstraction. Discover innovative techniques to bring your artistic vision to life and explore the captivating possibilities that watercolor offers. Embrace the beauty of abstraction at 92nd Street Y.

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$350

6 sessions

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Body Percussion

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

Expand your understanding and connection to music and movement through the exploration of sound and body. Using claps, stomps, and full body percussive rudiments. Experience the joy of creating communal music and embody the sound. In-person programs: PROOF OF COVID-19 VACCINATION IS REQUIRED for all adults and children ages 12+. Proof of vaccination for children ages 5+ is required for certain programs.

(1061) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$330

16 sessions

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Anatomy for Illustrators and Cartoonists

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

Develop your characters! Learn how bones, tendons and muscles build the human form and give your drawings a real sense of proportion, movement and personality.  Important thing to note:  One or more sessions feature figure models. Q&A Q: Can I make up a class if I miss one?  A: No, make-up classes are not allowed since other classes may be full. Further, instructors are paid based on the number of students within...

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$235

6 sessions

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Cold Connected Constructions with Alternative Materials

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

Learn how to design and construct mechanical systems using cold connections to make slot and tab hinges, rivets, links and clasps. Create necklaces, chains, bracelets, cuffs or earrings, which move ergonomically with the wearer’s body. These techniques can be applied to jewelry designs which incorporate alternative materials such as plastic, paper, fabric, found objects memorabilia or just on their own. For the Supply List, please CLICK here ...

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$294

6 sessions

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Beginner Jewelry

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

Learn the basics to get you starting to making jewelry. Note: Please CLICK HERE for the Material List

(1061) Beginner 18 and older
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$220

4 sessions

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Collage & Mixed Media Concepts (Advanced)

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

Join us for ongoing discussions on concepts, process and materials. Class format includes discussions on materials, techniques, reviews of contemporary artists and exhibits, personal and group critiques to push your work forward. Class time also includes studio time.  Prerequisite: Students should have prior collage and mixed media experience. Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination is required.

(1061) Advanced 18 and older
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$335

6 sessions

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Production Practices

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

Learn the key to streamlining your production line! Explore the many facets of creating a quality handmade collection that people buy, including where to sell your work, how to do small-scale production, how to carry out market research and publicity, how to price and present your pieces for greatest effect, and so much more. It’s the perfect primer for budding jewelry entrepreneurs. Learn how to develop a coherent line for production, promote...

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$554

13 sessions

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Methods In Dance/Movement Therapy I

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

Learn the principles of dance therapy through movement experience. This course includes lectures, discussion, movement improvisation, individual and group movement experiences of dance therapy methods and structures, and leadership experiences. *Course is fully approved by the ADTA for Alternate Route credit for R-DMT training. All Dance Therapy courses are eligible for CE hours.

(1061) Beginner 18 and older
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$550

15 sessions

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3D Modeling on Rhino

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

Join the digital revolution. Place the power of 3D design and customization into your hands using one of the most widely used professional and hobbyist 3D modeling programs, Rhino.  Learn core 3D modeling concepts and techniques that allow exploration of form and shape and can be used to create jewelry and other objects of beauty and practical use. This class is perfect for anyone interested in 3D design and will prepare students to take the...

(1061) Beginner 18 and older
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$731

13 sessions

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Arguably, Some of the Best Books of the 20th Century

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

The operative word here is “arguably.” Read the books, discuss their meaning, their message, and of course, argue their merits (or demerits). Please read The Adventures of Augie March by Saul Bellow for the first meeting. Books include In Cold Blood by Truman Capote, Crossing to Safety by Wallace Stegner, Howard's End by E.M. Forster and The Wide Sargasso by Jean Rhys.

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$750

3 sessions

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Summer Institute: Language of Dance Foundations(Part 1)

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

Create, perform, respond and connect with the Language of Dance to develop dance literacy. Explore the Movement Alphabet and integrate Motif symbols into dance experiences to connect physical, cognitive, socio-emotional and aesthetic learning. Deepen your dancing. Transform your creative and teaching practices. Those who successfully complete all course requirements receive the Language of Dance® Foundations — Part I Certificate. No prerequisites,...

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$575

5 sessions

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Jewelry with Twisted Wires

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

Learn to fabricate jewelry that incorporates hand wrought wires and granules inspired by ancient jewelry techniques.  Create perfectly twisted wires and round granules to be soldered onto your pieces. Group projects assigned to learn the process, and individual projects follow. Prerequisite: Jewelry I

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$571

13 sessions

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Painting and Drawing the Model in Costume

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

Learn drawing and oil painting techniques while working from a costumed model present for every class. Study how to paint both the form of the model and clothing while developing a narrative. Explore techniques on how to render fabric as it drapes and conforms to the body, along with texture, light and shadow.

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$596

13 sessions

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Oil Painting for Landscape Artists

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

In this oil painting class we will explore landscapes by focusing on the textures and patterns within them. Referencing natural imagery, students will get an introduction to color and color mixing, as well as layering techniques. Students will bring in 2-3 landscape images to work from to develop paintings over the semester. We will break down and recreate the patterns in the student imagery to produce works of the students’ choosing. Students...

(1061) Beginner 18 and older
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$552

12 sessions

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