Beginner Painting Classes
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Long Pose Drop In
Lista Studios See all classes by this school @ 34 35th St, Brooklyn, NY
Enjoy dedicated studio time to develop your painting at your own pace in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Continue working on a piece from a previous session or start fresh with the same pose and setup. Whether you're a returning participant or new to the studio, all skill levels are welcome.
Nov 4th
7–10pm ET
$40
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Nov 11th
7–10pm ET
$40
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Nov 18th
7–10pm ET
$40
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Wed. Nov 4th, 7–10pm ET
(3 hours)
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
$80
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Nov 11th
6:30–8:30pm ET
$80
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Nov 18th
6:30–8:30pm ET
$80
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Nov 25th
6:30–8:30pm ET
$80
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Wed. Nov 4th, 6:30–8:30pm ET
(2 hours)
Wednesday Night - 5-week Class for Experienced Painters
The Painting School See all classes by this school @ 65 Woodhull St, Brooklyn, NY
This 5-week painting course with Sara Woster is designed for experienced painters looking to refine their personal style and develop a cohesive body of work around a central theme. Through inspiration from artists like Fairfield Porter, Mamma Andersson, and Maria Berrio, students will deepen their skills in color, composition, storytelling, and value while continuing to strengthen foundational techniques.
Intermediate
18 and older
Nov 11th
7–9pm ET
Meets 5 Times
$340
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Wed. Nov 11th, 7–9pm ET
(10 hours over 5 sessions)
Thursday Morning - 4-week Beginning Painting Class for Adults
The Painting School See all classes by this school @ 65 Woodhull St, Brooklyn, NY
This 4-week painting class introduces beginners and returning artists to essential techniques, including color, shape, value, form, space, and painting figures and faces. Through the study of art history and contemporary art, students will build foundational skills and confidence to continue painting independently or pursue further classes.
Beginner
14 and older
Nov 12th
10am–12pm ET
Meets 4 Times
$235
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Thu. Nov 12th, 10am–12pm ET
(8 hours over 4 sessions)
Simplifying the World - An Acrylic Painting Workshop
The Painting School See all classes by this school @ 65 Woodhull St, Brooklyn, NY
Explore simplified approaches to painting inspired by artists such as Georgia O’Keeffe, Milton Avery, and Alex Katz. Create several paintings while learning to balance bold colors and shapes between realism and abstraction.
All levels
14 and older
Sun. Nov 1st, 2–5pm ET
(3 hours)
Painting a Lush & Wild World - An Acrylic Painting Workshop
The Painting School See all classes by this school @ 65 Woodhull St, Brooklyn, NY
Explore vibrant and expressive painting inspired by artists such as Henri Rousseau, Frida Kahlo, and Miroco Machiko. Experiment with the color wheel, surrealist symbols, and imaginative imagery to create lush paintings filled with magic realism and wild energy.
All levels
14 and older
Sat. Nov 14th, 3–5:30pm ET
(2 hours & 30 minutes)
Oil Painting (Drop-In)
Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo See all classes by this school @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
Advance your oil painting techniques at Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo by learning depth and clarity. Develop color palette selection, explore unconventional perspectives, and draw inspiration from master painters. Complete polished oil paintings ready to display or share with loved ones.
Nov 7th
11:15am–1:15pm ET
$80
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Nov 14th
11:15am–1:15pm ET
$80
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Nov 21st
11:15am–1:15pm ET
$80
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Nov 28th
11:15am–1:15pm ET
$80
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Sat. Nov 7th, 11:15am–1:15pm ET
(2 hours)
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Sunset Park Open Studios: Painting the Modern Object
Lista Studios See all classes by this school @ 34 35th St, Brooklyn, NY
Explore color, shape, light, and shadow in a welcoming painting workshop inspired by playful contemporary objects. Choose from three reference images and create your own small painting while learning foundational artistic techniques. Beginners are welcome, and all materials are provided for a fun, creative experience.
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$25
Beginner Oil Painting for Adults (Drop-In)
Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo See all classes by this school @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
Develop your oil painting skills in this intensive course at Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo, designed to equip students with the foundational techniques needed to work confidently in the medium. From color mixing and brushwork to composition and layering, the curriculum covers the essential skills for creating expressive oil paintings on canvas. Open to complete beginners and intermediate artists alike.
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$80
Tuesday Morning 5-week Class for Experienced Painters
The Painting School See all classes by this school @ 65 Woodhull St, Brooklyn, NY
This 5-week painting class helps experienced painters develop sophisticated color palettes and explore unexpected approaches to landscapes, figurative work, fabric, shadows, and perspective. Through artist-inspired exercises and live model studies, students will refine their artistic style, experiment with vibrant and subtle color combinations, and create more engaging, expressive paintings.
Advanced
18 and older
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Meditative Mark-Making Workshop with Yuri Shimojo
The Painting School See all classes by this school @ 65 Woodhull St, Brooklyn, NY
Explore a meditative drawing practice through Japanese watercolors, sumi ink, pencils, and markers in a welcoming, experimental setting. Discover your creative voice and experience the “zen in-between” while enjoying quiet time to connect with your creative flow.
All levels
14 and older
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$58
Beginner Watercolor Brush Lettering
Brooklyn Craft Company See all classes by this school @ 165 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Learn the beautiful art of modern watercolor brush lettering! In this workshop you'll learn beginner basics that will set you on your way to lettering everything from art pieces to holiday cards and more. In this beginner-level class, your instructor Jessica Keala will begin by walking you through the basics of hand lettering with a brush and watercolor, while guiding you towards developing your own personal lettering style. Then, you'll work on...
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$65
Introduction to Drawing + Acrylic Painting
Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo See all classes by this school @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
Introduction to Drawing + Acrylic Painting | Paint + Sip For Adult Students 18 yrs + To study drawing and painting, one needs to continue their growth through learning and practice under expert guidance and attend art classes regularly. This step-by-step beginner's Art course will allow students to acquire basic drawing and painting techniques. We will begin the course with a series of comprehensive beginner drawing exercises and techniques and...
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Watercolor Botanicals Workshop
Brooklyn Craft Company See all classes by this school @ 165 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Learn the basics of watercolor painting as you make a large Monstera leaf statement painting. This mellow, beginner-level workshop will take you on a tour of watercolor basics including: Learn and practice a variety of painting techniques including: wet brush, dry brush, bloom, scumbling, and blotting Learn how to create texture in your paintings using materials including: salt, plastic wrap, crayon, and resist Explore color mixing Learn easy...
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$55
Gouache 101: Watercolor's Opaque Sibling
Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo See all classes by this school @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
Discover the beauty of gouache, a vibrant and versatile medium that blends the fluidity of watercolor with the richness of opacity. Perfect for both beginners and experienced artists, this class explores techniques used in design, illustration, and more. Create stunning artwork with expert guidance in a relaxed, creative atmosphere!
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Still Life Painting: An Introduction
The Decorus Atelier of Figurative Art See all classes by this school @ 117 57th St, Brooklyn, NY
Still-life paintings created today have the ability to provide a sense of what our time was like, what things we valued, what stories we choose to narrate as well as a testament to our technical proficiency. Having a solid foundation in the rudimentary language of painting can only make for a more formidable artist . Concerns about composition, juxtaposing imagery, personal and cultural identity, counterpoint, allegory, and narrative...
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Adult: Fundamentals of Painting & 3D Art
Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo See all classes by this school @ 33 Washington St, Brooklyn, NY
Express what you see in daily life into two & three dimensional works of art in this fun introductory class! This course can be adapted to individual requests within the group, and it's a great fit for anyone who wants to work with exciting and varied media! Fees include materials but NO Canvas Canvas must be purchased prior to class. We recommend a mid size canvas to start. Please note select size canvas are available for purchase...
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Beginner Oil Painting for Teens Ages 12-17 (Group Session)
Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo See all classes by this school @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
Unlock your creativity with an introductory class in oil painting at the renowned Creatively Wild Art Studio. Discover the secrets of this rich medium and learn professional techniques, from color mixing to creating rich textures. Perfect for teens looking to explore a career in the visual arts or build their portfolio.
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Beginner Oil Painting for Teens Ages 12-17 (Drop-In)
Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo See all classes by this school @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
Unlock your creativity and explore the world of oil painting in this introductory class for teens. Learn professional techniques, color mixing, and application methods to create stunning and unique artwork. Whether you're a beginner or have some painting experience, this course is perfect for aspiring artists looking to develop their skills and express their artistic vision.
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$80
Adult: Foundation Art for Beginners to Intermediate
Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo See all classes by this school @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
Foundation Art for Beginners to Intermediate (BYOB) The perfect foundation art class. Develop basic skills and learn new techniques in painting, drawing and 3D art where you will learn: Color theory Application Mixing Texture Composition We encourage you to develop ideas based on personal subject matter close to your heart that will individualize your work and creative vision. Use materials such as pastels, charcoal, inks, acrylic paint...
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$80
