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Beginners Drawing at the MET Museum

Unleash your inner artist in the heart of New York City's iconic MET Museum with expert guidance and hands-on instruction. Dive into the fundamentals of drawing in a supportive and inspiring environment, surrounded by world-renowned art. Explore your creative potential with a blend of traditional techniques and contemporary inspiration.

  • Beginner
  • 18 and older
  • $349$449
  • 1000 5th Ave, New York, NY
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  • The Metropolitan Museum of Art @ 1000 5th Ave, New York, NY 10024
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  • Tue, Apr 16 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
  • Tue, Apr 30 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
  • Tue, May 07 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
  • Tue, May 14 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
  • Tue, May 21 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
  • Tue, May 28 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
  • Tue, Jun 04 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
  • Tue, Jun 11 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
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  • Fri, Apr 19 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
  • Fri, Apr 26 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
  • Fri, May 03 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
  • Fri, May 10 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
  • Fri, May 17 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
  • Fri, May 31 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
  • Fri, Jun 07 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
  • Fri, Jun 14 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
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  • Sat, Apr 20 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
  • Sat, Apr 27 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
  • Sat, May 04 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
  • Sat, May 11 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
  • Sat, May 18 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
  • Sat, Jun 01 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
  • Sat, Jun 08 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
  • Sat, Jun 15 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
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  • Sat, Apr 20 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
  • Sat, Apr 27 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
  • Sat, May 04 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
  • Sat, May 11 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
  • Sat, May 18 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
  • Sat, Jun 01 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
  • Sat, Jun 08 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
  • Sat, Jun 15 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Class Description

Description

What you'll learn in this on location drawing class:

Escape the everyday and express your inner-artist in this inspiring in-person New York City drawing class at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

This beginners drawing class is perfect for all levels, total beginners included! Everyone can draw, including YOU! With a professional NYC artist and inspiring educator as your guide and teacher, you will learn the most valuable drawing techniques that are fundamental to drawing, including composition, shading, mark making, line quality, and your own personal style.

Feel inspired by the beauty and inspiration of world-famous paintings, sculpture and architecture in New York City's Metropolitan Museum of Art art as YOU:

  • Receive tailor-made, encouraging one-on-one expert art instruction in drawing.
  • Feel inspired to create drawings with the MET museum’s life-size sculptures, portrait busts, master drawings and paintings, and interior spaces such as Egyptian Temples and views of Central Park as your muse.
  • Learn how to express yourself authentically through drawing while discovering your personal drawing style.
  • Explore, learn and practice drawing class techniques, such as: composition, shading, depth, line, dimension, pencil mark making, and a variety of subject matter including landscapes, figure drawing, still life and more.
  • Enjoy a weekly escape in NYC's world famous museum as you create art that expresses your point of view.
  • Deepen your appreciation of the world's greatest artworks and feel free to spend the afternoon at the MET after class.
  • Receive the scientifically proven health benefits of drawing classes, including improved mental health, greater relaxation, stress-relief, mental clarity and a reduction of anxiety and depression.

PLEASE NOTE:

  • Museum admission is included in the cost of this art class.
  • The Art Studio NY will purchase and provide weekly entry tickets into the MET for all students of this drawing class, please be on time to receive your weekly ticket.
  • Due to museum policy, our art studio cannot provide discounts for students who hold MET memberships, as memberships are not valid for group class visits.
  • Due to the limited capacity of this class, refunds or credits due to absence or tardiness are not offered.
  • This art class does not guarantee seating. Our art instructors aim to choose galleries with seating, seats may be limited based on museum rules, practices and availability.
  • Please see The MET's updated policies regarding coatcheck availability and plan accordingly.

Meeting Location and Time:

Specific meeting locations will be emailed closer to the date of the class.

Art Class Materials:

Materials are not included.

Please purchase and bring your own art supplies weekly:

  • Drawing paper of any size you are comfortable carrying (please do not purchase newsprint)
  • Drawing Pencils 4H, 2H, HB, 2B, and 4B
  • Kneaded gum eraser (looks like a gray gum-like square)

Refund Policy

Class tuition is neither non-refundable nor transferable. No refunds will be issued after registration and payment. In case of a Medically Certified illness, a credit will be issued after receipt of your physician’s documentation. The value of the credit will be for the balance of the remaining class sessions with an additional deduction of a $95 registration fee. Credit may be used up to 12 months.

If after your first class you are dissatisfied with the quality of your course, a written note must be submitted within 1 business day after your first class. After receiving your note, refund of class tuition will be reviewed by our staff. If a refund is granted, processing of refunds requires 8-10 weeks. A 5% nonrefundable processing fee will be applied.

Course Cancellations

Although course cancellation is quite rare, The school reserves the right to cancel classes or change instructor assignments and makes every effort to notify students in advance. If enrollment goals are not met, a course may be canceled up to 1 business day before the first scheduled class. In the event of cancellation, a refund or credit is granted. On occasion, a course start-date will be pushed back if enrollment goals are not met. In this instance, you will receive a credit for the price of the class that did not take place.

Please note that there will be NO exceptions to this under any circumstances.

Make-up Policy

Unfortunately, The school does not offer any makeups for classes missed. However, if the student wants to get the most from the course and the absence, they can tell the instructor when they will be absent and the instructor can provide some guidance on exercises to practice while away.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

Reviews of Classes at The Art Studio NY (631)

(4.4-star rating across 631 reviews)
  • Beginners Drawing at the MET Museum

    Reviewed by Zach T. on 11/10/2023
    I really enjoyed this class. After the last class, when I was walking through the Degas/Manet exhibit with some classmates, we talked about how the class had changed how we could look at the artwork. I feel like I improved as an artist over the class, and I enjoyed how many topics we covered. Liam did a great job as an instructor--he was very supportive and encouraging, and I really appreciated that.
  • Beginners Drawing at the MET Museum

    Anonymous review on 5/14/2023
    Class was excellent. Teacher was awesome. She was supportive, inspiring and knowledgeable.
  • Beginners Drawing at the MET Museum

    Reviewed by Patricia C. on 1/17/2023
    The class at the MET with teacher Jordin was wonderful. Jordin was very informative and patient with any requests from the students. It was also great to visit new galleries throughout the course to learn more about the Museum while learning new skills.
  • Beginners Drawing at the MET Museum

    Reviewed by Sarah O. on 12/16/2022
    It was wonderful to take the opportunity to draw, with a group at The Met. The group were very warm , and welcoming. It’s extremely intimidating to pull out your pencils and start to draw in such an esteemed location. Claire our instructor, eased us into the process, starting with blind contour drawings. The use of abstraction, is a great tool to ease expectations and give you the confidence to continue working and practicing your mark making. The 2 hours flew by, and some people decided to stay and continue the process after the class had finished. Thank you Claire for the encouragement and advice. I would highly recommend this class.
  • Beginners Drawing at the MET Museum

    Reviewed by Daria D. on 9/15/2022
    I took the Beginner's Drawing at the MET class in August 2022 and really loved it. Just in 4 2 hour classes, we learned the basics of drawing figures, faces, different drawing techniques, and tricks. Our instructor - Jourdin - was amazing, so patient, so encouraging, extremely knowledgeable, and easygoing. Just the whole experience of drawing at MET is incredible. You finally have time to look at the art pieces you like for a long time, attempt at drawing them, get the feedback and support you need as well as admiring looks of people who pass you by. I highly recommend this class.
  • Beginners Drawing at the MET Museum

    Reviewed by Marta A. on 4/2/2020
    Every session was well-paced, focused, and included a nice mix of demonstration and time to work/get feedback. The transition to online was completely smooth. Isaac clearly enjoys teaching, and enjoys his students. Thank you!
  • Beginners Drawing at the MET Museum

    Reviewed by Erika H. on 4/5/2017
    Really enjoyed the class. Good intro to drawing and inspiring place to learn from the Masters in an amazing museum. Due to class size, when everyone attends class, you get little one on one time but some classes I got to spend a lot of time with the instructor who was very personable and knowledgeable. Definitely worth doing for overall experience.
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    Reviewed by Sarah K. on 6/26/2023
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    Reviewed by Anthony A. on 4/2/2023
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Review Summary by CourseHorse

Students appreciated the Beginners Drawing class for its comprehensive insights into various art topics and techniques. The class not only improved the art skills of the students but also fundamentally altered their perspective on how to view artwork, deepening their appreciation for it. The instructors were universally praised for their patience, knowledge, and ability to inspire, providing a supportive and encouraging learning environment. The class also offered students a chance to familiarize themselves with the museum and its exhibits. The curriculum was well-structured with a balanced blend of demonstration and hands-on drawing time, providing individual attention and feedback where possible. From mastering the basics of drawing faces and figures to embracing more abstract concepts, the class equipped learners with the confidence to continue practicing their craft. Quotes: 1. "I feel like I improved as an artist over the class, and I enjoyed how many topics we covered." 2. "Just in four 2-hour classes, we learned the basics of drawing figures, faces, different drawing techniques, and tricks." 3. "The use of abstraction, is a great tool to ease expectations and give you the confidence to continue working and practicing your mark making."

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Question from Lee F.
Hi. This sounds like a course I would enjoy. I’m a Met Museum member, and so no entry fee would be needed for me. Would this allow for a discount in the course fee? Ma ny thanks, Lee
Answer from Rebecca S.
Hello, Lee! We'd love to welcome you to our drawing class at The MET! The MET requires all class groups to purchase tickets for each participant, regardless of whether someone is a Met Member. Therefor, there is not a discount in the course fee. Thank you! Rebecca at The Art Studio NY
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Question from Roberta J.
Is the drawing done at the museum each class?
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Hi Roberta! Yes, the drawing is done at the museum. Hope this helps!
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