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Learn the fundamentals of drawing and painting in NYC with classes that cover techniques such as perspective, shading, and color theory, allowing participants to express their creativity and develop their artistic skills.

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Comic Art Program

Ashcan Studio of Art @ 45 E 34th St, New York, NY

Ashcans highly effective Comic Art Program offers a structured curriculum for students to acquire proven knowledge and skills as a comic artist in 3 semesters. The first session you will learn the foundations of digital and traditional Comic Arts.  The second session you'll focus is on gaining an advanced skill set for world-building.  The third on creating a dynamic body of work for publishing. Session I Introduction to the basic techniques...

(3) All levels 15 and older
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$1,440
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Digital Drawing & Painting

Ashcan Studio of Art @ 45 E 34th St, New York, NY

Digital Drawing and Painting program is a foundation program for students who are newly introduced to digital tablets and Adobe programs. This is a weekend program for basic students. Curriculum Students who have completed the following 12 weeks curriculum are able to begin an individual creative work with 1-on-1 mentoring program for next course. Intro to Tools & Program Dynamic Perspective and Anatomy Character Design World Design Storyboard...

(3) All levels 12 and older
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$700

7 sessions

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Concept Art Summer Program

Ashcan Studio of Art @ 45 E 34th St, New York, NY

This course focuses on the creation of stories for games animation, and comics. We will discuss storytelling, world design, character development, and the technical aspects of camerawork and framing. Our goal is to teach the fundamentals of visual development and the process of creating a story - from the writing stage to the final storyboard presentation.

(3) All levels 15 and older
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$700

7 sessions

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Digital Comics Program

Ashcan Studio of Art @ 45 E 34th St, New York, NY

Enroll in Ashcans highly effective Digital Comic Classes and you'll learn how to create Digital Webtoons, a popular underground phenomenon And you'll lean how to expand your influence beyond publishing comic books - into movies, games and TV shows with story-making and computer software techniques.  12 Classes in 12 Weeks  Learn basic to advanced digital techniques to design narrative elements including:  World Design Dynamic...

(3) All levels 13 and older
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$930

7 sessions

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Drawing Summer Program

Ashcan Studio of Art @ 45 E 34th St, New York, NY

Enroll in Ashcans Drawing Class and your talent in the Visual Arts will skyrocket  Learn how to: Find your authentic creative voice so your art portfolio really stands out  Drawing media you’ll use includes:  Pencil, color pencil, pen/brush and ink, charcoal, pastel, collage and possibly 3-D elements.  Q&A Q: Can I make up a class if I miss one? A: Yes. students may make up any class within 4 weeks Q: Is a certificate...

(3) All levels 9 - 13 years old
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$575
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Pre-College Drawing

Ashcan Studio of Art @ 45 E 34th St, New York, NY

Enroll in Ashcan Basic Drawing Class and your talent in the Visual Arts will skyrocket Students begin this class by practicing fundamental rendering techniques, then move on to developing strategies to combine diverse media, modes of representation and elements of design to express individual content. Research and invention are encouraged. The curriculum culminates in the completion of a series of drawings that display formal and conceptual maturity....

(3) Beginner 14 - 17 years old
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$1,275

11 sessions

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Pre-College Graphic Design Summer Program

Ashcan Studio of Art @ 45 E 34th St, New York, NY

Join the Ranks of Ashcan graduates attending the Top Art Schools with Ashcan's highly effective Pre- College Graphic Design Course. You will learn Design Communication processes including: Conceptualization Creative processes Typography Technology You'll gain skills in dynamic:  Digital Illustration Photoshop Page Layout Image Manipulation After you have the basics down, you'll be encouraged and guided by the Instructor to...

(3) All levels 13 and older
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$750

6 sessions

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Advanced Drawing

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

The class has the objective of providing an opportunity to study in-depth one particular issue through drawing, and this class will be focusing on structure. It will take place each Friday afternoon from 1-4pm starting the fifth week of the session. At each class we will be exploring this issue a number of ways, including examining the works of masters to see various ways that they use structure, discussing as a group the consequences of this for...

(76) Advanced 18 and older
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$350

8 sessions

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The Painting as a New Place

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

In this workshop, an environment will be set up either as a starting point from which to draw and paint, or as preparation for further development of a drawing. The two procedures are essentially the same: Painting is simply drawing with color, no less a commitment to experimentation and discovery than drawing is. Those who have worked with still life have learned to see the set-up itself, not as a collection of objects to be rendered in turn,...

(76) Intermediate 18 and older
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$300

4 sessions

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Adult Introduction to Acrylic Painting

Educational Alliance Art School @ 197 East Broadway, New York, NY

This New 4-week course is open to adult painters of all levels. Express your inner artist as you learn acrylic painting through class demonstrations, and personalized instruction. The instructor will guide students in creating a painting of ones choosing.  Starting with a picture you bring in, or you can work from a still life that will be set up for you. Demonstrations will be in varies...

(29) All levels 19 and older
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$160

4 sessions

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Figure Drawing Workshop

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

Understanding the basics of drawing the figure allows you to organize light, shade, gesture, and rhythm into a single expressive whole. Working individually with the instructor, you’ll be introduced to varied drawing approaches and techniques, and develop your skills and insights.  Open to students of all levels.

(76) All levels 18 and older
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$125

2 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.

(1070) All levels 18 and older
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$350

6 sessions

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Creativity Taster - Painting & Drawing

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

Each week, students will learn about techniques such as color mixing, composition, paint application, texture, personal self-expression, line, form, artistic medium usage, and more. They will also work from subject matter such as still life, landscape, abstraction, realism, imagination, emotional content, and personal creativity. Artistic expression in the form of painting and mixed-media (mixing various artistic mediums) is exciting, energizing...

(634) All levels 18 and older
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$169

4 sessions

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Paint and Sip: Mash It Up for Mom

La Pittura Art Studio @ 257 W 39th St, New York, NY

She never let you get messy. She would kill you if you did this in her house. But she's cool as...you know what. Come to our studio and make a mess for her, no cleanup required. Mom will surely add this to her fridge.  In just about two hours, while you’re sipping or chugging on a glass of wine or beer, our artist will guide you through a painting step-by-step. At the end of the night, take home your own unique masterpiece--buzzed with free...

(90) All levels 21 and older
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Pre-College Drawing

Ashcan Studio of Art @ 45 E 34th St, New York, NY

DRAWING COURSE Students begin this class by practicing fundamental rendering techniques, then move on to developing strategies to combine diverse media, modes of representation and elements of design to express individual content.  Research and invention are encouraged. The curriculum culminates in the completion of a series of drawings that display formal and conceptual maturity.  At ASHCAN... YOU can  Your portfolio of artwork...

(3) All levels 12 and older
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$400

20 sessions

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Adult Watercolor Painting: Session 1 and 2

Educational Alliance Art School @ 197 East Broadway, New York, NY

Combine painting watercolors of plants, animals, landscapes and outer space in an 8-week class with us. Go deeper, learn more, build your skills and have twice the fun. Register for both classes up front and save $20! Watercolor Painting: Plants & Animals (Session 1) This 4-week session is the perfect amount of time to learn the basics of watercolor or further your skills! Every class will be a new adventure as you learn from demos, and guided...

(29) All levels 19 and older
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$300

8 sessions

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Adult Painting Studio

Educational Alliance Art School @ 197 East Broadway, New York, NY

This class is for students who wish to continue their painting practice in a studio setting with the one-on-one guidance of an instructor. Each student will work independently and will be guided on their personal painting journey through demonstrations, discussions, and individual artistic advice.  Students can paint in any medium they choose. Some prior painting experience is preferred. Please click here for the Supply List.

(29) All levels 19 and older
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$300

8 sessions

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Abstract Painting: Inspiration & Development of Ideas

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

Explore the issues central to abstract painting and the function of drawing in developing one’s own visual language. This class focuses on developing each artists’ passion to make abstract art through a range of activities, studying in particular how to explore ones inspiration and ideas via process and using a language specific to each artist to develop coherent abstract images. Artists are encouraged to work from source material that is personal...

(1070) All levels 18 and older
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$579

14 sessions

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Drawing and Painting for Beginners

Educational Alliance Art School @ 197 East Broadway, New York, NY

Discover the joys of drawing and oil painting in our course specifically curated for beginners! Working from still lifes, this class encourages creative experimentation.  First, students will learn the fundamentals of drawing in pencil, charcoal, and ink, such as line, form, shading, composition, and most importantly, how to harness your own imagination.  The second half of the course will focus on oil painting, when you’ll learn how...

(29) Beginner 18 and older
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$385

10 sessions

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Verre Églomisé: Gilded Windows Signage

Kremer Pigments @ 247 West 29th St, New York, NY

This hands-on course teaches the fundamentals of verre églomisé- also known as reverse glass gilding- with a specific focus on creating beautiful signage on glass for businesses and residential window transoms.  You will learn the basics of different types of leaf, the tools, the history of verre eglomise, and all the possibilities of gilded signage. Using real gold and silver leaf,  You will practice: Handling the leaf Surface...

(3) All levels 18 and older
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$300
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