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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The Decorus Atelier of Figurative Art @ 117 57th St, Brooklyn, NY
Decorus Atelier instructor/ master artist Zimou Tan, a prize winner in the 2015 OPA and 2014-2015 ARC Salon competition finalist will instruct an exciting workshop on portrait painting for those who wish to excel in portraiture and improve technique.
ArtsClub @ 311 E 3rd St, New York, NY
Explore the vibrant fusion of Surrealism, Cubism, and Caribbean spirit in this immersive art workshop. Discover the inspiration behind Wifredo Lam's iconic style and create your own symbolic self-portraits, blending Lam's symbols with your unique heritage. Unleash your creativity and embark on a transformative artistic journey at ArtsClub.
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!
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Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
Unlock your creative potential through abstract painting with acrylics at Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo. Explore color, shape, and texture to evoke mood and emotion, while discovering exciting application techniques. Whether you're a curious beginner or an intermediate artist seeking fresh inspiration, this class offers a transformative journey of self-expression and artistic discovery.
Educational Alliance Art School @ 197 East Broadway, New York, NY
Learn the basics without the frustration! In this course we start with experimenting with watercolor and make beautiful abstract paintings. By first learning the techniques through fun explorations, you won’t let the thought of trying to make it look like something get in the way of learning. Through demos and one-to-one conversations you will learn how to create texture, mix color, blend, use your brushes and understand composition. In...
Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Paint the late spring landscape using soft pastels, an opaque medium with the color saturation of oil paint. This class will explore the north end of the Garden, beginning at the Overlook and other nearby areas. This class is taught studio-style with individual attention and each session ends with a critique to share and learn from everyone's work within the group. Some previous experience with drawing or other art media is recommended. On rainy...
Trestle Workshops @ 850 3rd Ave, Brooklyn, NY
In this five-session workshop you will be introduced to fundamental oil painting techniques and tools on how to paint a Portrait from models, photography and self-portraits, with a strong emphasis on the structure of the head. This class with learn proportions and structures of facial features rather than paint by number. Class begins with a demonstration by the instructor. You will spend the majority of the class painting, during which...
Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
Abstract Art abandons more traditional painting techniques to employ a more intuitive approach to painting. Rather than the importance being on portraying a subject accurately or realistically you are freed up to interact with your subject matter how you feel it. Expressionistic art does not necessarily abandon all representational elements but when we combine the two principles of abstract and expressionism- the results can be very surprising...
Educational Alliance Art School @ 197 East Broadway, New York, NY
This workshop focuses on mixing skin tones in an organized manner. Working with a live model, students learn to see the various colors and tones in the face. The concept of warm and cool colors and how to apply to skin tone mixing is demonstrated. Working Alla Prima, wet-in-wet techniques will be also be demonstrated.
Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo @ 33 Washington St, Brooklyn, NY
Celebrate the power of art and self-expression through painting and mixed media in this inspiring art class. Designed for adults that are blocked or looking for new inspiration and students with some experience who are eager to push their work to the next level, this class will inspire breakthroughs and creative growth. Our expert instructors encourage new techniques and unconventional materials including; personal subject matter, realism,...
Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
Examine everyday commonplace objects through painting, capture them in exciting compositions in this inspiring beginner’s painting course designed to encourage observational skills. Study something natural (food, flowers, plants, rocks, shells, skeletons, etc.) or man-made objects: books, vases, jewelry, coins, clothing, pipes, glasses or your favorite coffee mug! Study how these objects each have their own unique surface and texture, for example...
Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
Learn how to capture natural vistas like the sea, mountains, trees, rivers, lakes, cliffs, waterfalls, valleys, and forests in wide open compositions including backgrounds and skies or buildings. Students are welcome to bring in photos of their favorite landscapes or your instructor can provide inspiration. This class works really well for beginner to intermediate skill levels. Sample Class Format: In our course our main focus will be on the three...
Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY
In late summer to early fall, fruits and vegetables seem to grow and transform in shape and color before our very eyes. Painting three portraits each of a developing pumpkin, fig, or okra pod at two-week intervals allows close observation of this exciting maturation process. Results of the class will be two completed triptychs, each capturing distinct developmental stages of two fruits or vegetables of your choice. Are materials provided and...
Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Fall is an exciting time to observe and sketch resident and migratory waterfowl in Brooklyn’s ponds, streams, and reservoirs. The anatomy, gestures, and behavioral habits of waterfowl will be covered as well as techniques for painting their vivid plumage and iridescent colors. Composition and light on form will be emphasized as well as approaches to rendering reflections on water. A session will be devoted to tips for sketching in the field, possibly...
Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
Learn the art of painting portraits from photographs in this beginner course. Capture the likeness of your favorite people and bring your paintings to life with expert guidance. Develop your skills and create stunning portraits at Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo.
Ashcan Studio of Art @ 142-22 37th Avenue , Flushing, NY
This course is an introduction to the theme of landscape drawing and painting. Students will learn concepts and techniques to depict natural and man made elements and spaces in perspective. At Ashcan....YOU Can Your portfolio is THE MOST critical component to a College or Graduate School application. Developing a unique and coherent body of work is of paramount importance and essential to the pursuit of higher studies. Taking Ashcan's Pre-college...
Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
Abandon traditional representations of subject matter, Free up and paint what you feel rather than what you see! Rather than placing the importance on portraying a subject accurately or realistically, you are freed up to interact with your subject matter in different more unique ways. Expressionistic art does not necessarily abandon all representational elements but when we combine the two principles of abstract and expressionism- the results can...
Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
Under the guidance of a professional teaching artist, learn the craft of composing landscape on canvas. In the first few weeks of class, we will discuss landscape genre, place & scale & the use and employment of light through color. We will address the process of choosing locations as well as the challenges of working outdoors (weather permitting) in our nearby parks, majestic bridges & enigmatic cityscapes. If the weather is bad,...
SMB Studio Arts Inc. @ 3777 Richmond Ave, Staten Island, NY
Unlock your artistic potential with expert guidance in drawing and painting. Discover essential techniques, from mastering perspective to creating stunning shading effects. Develop your skills in oils and acrylics, and capture the beauty of still life and objective studies.
Sacred Arts Research Foundation @ 107 Green St, Brooklyn, NY
For thousands of years tantric seers have observed the powerful influence of the planets on the human spirit. Indian astrology, has long understood that while the energy released by the orbiting planets affects our lives, it is also an energy that can be directed and harnessed to improve our spiritual, mental and physical well being. Mandala's sacred circular energy patterns reflect our inner nature. Using an ancient number grid,...
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