Brooklyn Brainery Classes, New York

Ever wonder how those beautiful Michelangelo sketches are made? It's not genius or talent, but can be broken down into clear technique and skills. Pick out your favorite Michelangelo (or Leonardo if you prefer the anatomy) sketch and we can reproduce it together in this class. We'll start with some simple warm ups to get that hand-eye coordination...

One of the top fears in the world is public speaking. And some people make it look so simple – they use the right tone, the right gestures, project correctly and enunciate every word. Your school doesn’t necessarily offer a class in how to do this well – so why not take one with someone who’s trained in all of these things? In this...

Investing in a DSLR or mirrorless camera is just the first step in making good photographs. Now that you have the equipment, get introduced to the basics of photography and how your DSLR or mirrorless camera works. This course will cover exposure controls and capture modes, and their ramifications, and will provide a basis for...

In this workshop, we'll learn the art of block printing on textiles. We'll start with a bit of history about the process and introduction to the materials. After a little discussion about how to carve and how your image will transfer, we get right into carving and printing. A quick carve "Block" and all tools are provided,...

Looking to manage projects of all shapes and sizes? Project management has become one of the most in-demand fields in the market today. Many growing organizations have come to recognize the need for project managers in the wake of expanding operations. It’s not uncommon for individuals to find themselves cast in the role of project manager, even...

In this two-hour workshop, students will learn basic watercolor techniques. We'll then complete a series of watercolor paintings using these techniques. Techniques such as dry brush and wet into wet will be demonstrated by our teacher, followed by ample time for students to experiment with the materials and...

In this class, you'll learn the basics of starting a personal meditation practice. I'll teach you how to relax your mind, sharpen your concentration, increase calmness and clarity, and induce sustainable, conscious happiness. Most importantly, I'll provide you with tools to reduce stress and anxiety, and become more resilient. This...

Welcome the return of crisp Autumn days with a walk in the park and learn to identify trees by the details: bark, buds, leaves and tree form. Get those sweaters on and come outside for an introduction to some stunning trees in fine fall colors.  Exact meeting instructions will be sent the day before the walk.

Sichuan cooking is well-known for its addictive spicy dishes. And although the flavors are complex, creating the dishes from scratch is surprisingly easy, with a few key ingredients and techniques. In this 2-hour intro class to Sichuan cooking, you'll learn how to whip up delicious Sichuan dishes in your own kitchen. We'll discuss the various...

Perhaps your boss or co-worker has strolled into the office and mysteriously said, “we should be more Agile!” What is this thing, Agile? Agile is (sadly) not a set of dance moves from Australia; it is a new way to think about managing projects and whole businesses.  In this class, we will trace Agile’s origins in software...

Ever wonder how to work from an embroidery pattern? Have something you see online and want to transfer and sew on fabric? This class will teach students how to read and transfer an embroidery pattern from paper onto their fabric. Students will then learn how to decode the colors and stitch instructions before beginning their cactus...

Full Course Title: Self Care for Women: Mindful Cycles, Healthy Bodies, Clean Beauty In this comprehensive class, herbalist, food entrepreneur, birth and postpartum doula and mom Laena McCarthy, will discuss healing traditions and practices to boost the female body's natural resilience while protecting from stress and damage, from the inside...

Ever wonder how those emotive Renaissance faces are made? It's not genius or talent, but can be broken down into clear technique and skills. Pick out your favorite Michelangelo (or Leonardo) head sketch and we can reproduce it together in this class. We'll start with some simple warm-ups to get that hand-eye coordination flowing,...

Ready to level-up your presentation skills? Prepping for the big meeting, conference, interview? This is the class to get you thinking about how you present yourself and what your words mean – and how they are interpreted. Don’t be afraid to take the podium! This class will give you the tools to take your words to the stage with...

Dreams do come true! Buying a home in NYC seems overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be an insurmountable task. Join us for this first-time homebuyers’ workshop, and bring all your questions. Alison McQueen from The Corcoran Group has helped numerous buyers to navigate the NYC market and secure their dream homes. She’ll cover topics such...