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Explore a variety of painting techniques and styles, from watercolor to acrylic, in this immersive art class series located in the heart of NYC. Learn the fundamentals of color theory, composition, and brushwork, and unleash your creativity on the canvas.

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Painting the Contemporary Landscape

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

Discover the art of capturing the essence of the contemporary world through landscape painting. Explore composition, color, and mark making to create stunning representations of the natural world. All levels of experience and any media are welcome in this immersive class.

(75) All levels 18 and older
$430

9 sessions

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East Village Studio Night | Damien Hirst

ArtsClub @ 311 E 3rd St, New York, NY

Unleash your inner artist and create unique masterpieces inspired by Damien Hirst at this exclusive event. Experiment with our custom spin painting machine and other supplies to bring your artistic vision to life. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of contemporary art!

(26) All levels 16 and older

Painting Portraits from Photographs for Beginners

Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY

Learn to create fully realized paintings in the Painting Portraits from Photographs for Beginners course at Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo. Whether it's a family member, BFF, or inspirational figure, this beginner-friendly class will teach you the techniques to bring your subjects to life on canvas. Bring your own photos or find inspiration from the studio's collection.

(179) Beginner 18 and older
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East Village Studio Night | Women of Abstract Expressionism

ArtsClub @ 311 E 3rd St, New York, NY

Unveil the fascinating world of bold and innovative female artists who defied traditional artistic norms and redefined abstract expressionism. Elevate your understanding of abstract art through the lens of their visionary creations.

(26) All levels 18 and older

Beyond the Photo: Studio Landscape Painting from Reference

New York School of the Arts @ Online Classroom, New York, NY

Embark on a transformative journey into the world of studio landscape painting with a seasoned artist at New York School of the Arts. Unleash your creativity as you master composition, color mixing, and atmospheric techniques to breathe life into your artworks. Elevate your skills with live demos and personalized critiques, creating captivating landscapes that resonate with depth and emotion.

(75) All levels 18 and older
$380

8 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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Capturing Nature’s Essence: Abstract Landscape

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

Discover the captivating world of abstract landscape watercolor in this immersive workshop led by artist and educator Melanie Kozol at the 92nd Street Y. Ignite your creativity and learn how to capture the essence of nature through vibrant and expressive compositions. Gain valuable insights and techniques from an experienced artist who has painted at locations all over the world.

(1061) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$315

2 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,...

(75) Intermediate 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$300

4 sessions

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Menorah Mondays

Little Shop of Crafts @ 711 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY

Little Shop of Crafts presents Paint your own Menorah on Monday nights! Bring a friend or date and learn some special techniques to paint a beautiful Menorah for Hanukkah. This is BYOB event! Snacks are welcomed. All materials will be included. Note: We are a craft studio and we will be providing smocks however it's recommended to wear clothes that you don't care about.

(4) All levels 21 and older
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Introduction to Abstraction (Intermediate/Advanced)

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

This course is structured to help bring about an awareness of the language, history, and technical skills associated with abstract painting. The class is open to a wide variety of skill levels, modes, and approaches to painting. Experimentation with materials and techniques form the backbone of the learning process. To achieve this, the instructor provides guidance through one-on-one discussion and group critiques. Projects in this class are optional...

(1061) Intermediate 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$569

12 sessions

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Soft Pastels: Rendering Light in the Spring Landscape

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

The vivid colors and broader spectrum of light in spring inspire painting directly from nature in the Garden. Learn more about color temperature as a tool in mixing color using soft pastels. Class will work outside in various gardens at BBG when weather permits or use plants from the greenhouse and other provided subjects for still life work in the classroom. Materials List: Soft pastels are composed only of pigment and binder in stick form. The...

(165) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$391

6 sessions

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Open Studio Painting (5 Sessions)

Trestle Workshops @ 850 3rd Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Come make art and get support with individual projects! This class is designed to help students get exposure to other artists, techniques, and otherwise get specific, helpful feedback. Excellent for all levels. Comes with storage. Please bring your own supplies and project idea (unless you would like help coming up with one!).

(326) All levels 18 and older
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$275

5 sessions

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Chinese Brush Painting

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Learn to paint in the Chinese style using a bamboo brush, ink, and rice paper. Get step-by-step instruction in this ancient art form, and develop your own style. Look to the lovely environment of the Garden for creative inspiration. Students purchase their own materials. Bring your own materials: Chinese Brush Painting Materials List

(165) All levels 18 and older
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$180

5 sessions

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Painting Circle: Love Birds

Painting Circle LLC @ 688 10th Ave, New York, NY

No experience necessary!  Painting Circle hosts painting classes, painting events and painting parties at local bars, lounges and restaurants. Our creative paint and sip classes are taught by an artist walking you step-by-step through the process of recreating a painting from scratch. You create your own painting to take home!   Our painting parties include all the necessary art supplies for an easy going 2 hour session. Learn how to paint!...

(4) All levels 21 and older
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Painting Circle: Birch Trees

Painting Circle LLC @ 807 9th Ave, New York, NY

No experience necessary!  Painting Circle hosts painting classes, painting events and painting parties at local bars, lounges and restaurants. Our creative paint and sip classes are taught by an artist walking you step-by-step through the process of recreating a painting from scratch. You create your own painting to take home!   Our painting parties include all the necessary art supplies for an easy going 2 hour session. Learn how to paint!...

(4) All levels 21 and older
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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
No upcoming schedules
$350

6 sessions

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​Lotus Leaf Painting Workshop

TDT @ 470 6th St, Brooklyn, NY

Join us for a creative experience that will reinvigorate your artistic side. No art experience is necessary—our helpful trained instructors will guide you through the two and a half hour session. Our teachers are trained in classic studio art, art history, color theory, meditation, and Thai cultural history. Provided Materials: canvas - a beautiful 40cm x 40cm canvas, hand covered in Thailand with meticulously preserved lotus leaves brushes...

(4) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$130
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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...

(1061) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$579

14 sessions

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Figure Painting (Intermediate/Advanced)

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

Concentrate on painting the human figure while developing the nuances in your style that make this genre so compelling. Cultivate your skills, including color mixing, paint application, proportion, gesture and anatomy. Prerequisite: Two semesters of Oil Painting. For the Supply List, please CLICK HERE

(1061) Advanced 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$552

12 sessions

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Figure Painting with Acrylic: A Creative Approach

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

Unlock your creativity and explore the world of figure painting with acrylics at 92nd Street Y. Learn color theory, modern art history, and compositional methods to develop your unique style. Join us for a fun and intuitive approach to figure painting.

(1061) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$475

3 sessions

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