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Learn the fundamental techniques of painting in this beginner's class in NYC, where you can discover the basics of color mixing, brushwork, and composition to create your own works of art.

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Encaustic Techniques for Painting & Mixed Media

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

Unleash your creativity with the ancient art of encaustic painting! Join artist Pamella Allen as she guides you through the mesmerizing process of working with heated wax to create captivating mixed-media artwork. Discover the secrets of preparing surfaces, mixing pigments, and layering various materials to produce visually stunning pieces that showcase your artistic talent.

(1061) Beginner 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$375

6 sessions

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Approaching Contemporary Art

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

Expand your knowledge of contemporary art and learn how to approach artwork that may feel intimidating and challenging in this all-levels, inquiry-based art history course led by Julia Norton at the renowned 92nd Street Y. Foster discussion, deepen connections, and think with an open mind as you explore new and innovative mediums beyond painting and sculpture. Discover the meaning behind artworks and develop new ways to approach the vast range of artwork being made today.

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$355

7 sessions

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BYOB Painting: Cafe Terrace at Night

The Paint Place @ 31-21 31st St, Astoria, NY

Come paint with us! Our paintings are all for beginners- no experience necessary. Our professional artists will guide you through the class step by step to help your create your one a kind masterpiece to take home with you that night!

(414) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
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All Ages Welcome: Central Park in Fall

The Paint Place @ 31-21 31st St, Astoria, NY

Come paint with us! Our paintings are all for beginners- no experience necessary. Our professional artists will guide you through the class step by step to help your create your one a kind masterpiece to take home with you that night!

(414) All levels 7 and older
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Autumn Boat Ride - All Ages

The Paint Place @ 31-21 31st St, Astoria, NY

Come paint with us! Our paintings are all for beginners - no experience necessary. Our professional artists will guide you through the class step by step to help your create your one a kind masterpiece to take home with you that night!

(414) All levels 18 and older
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All Ages Welcome: Autumn Walk

The Paint Place @ 31-21 31st St, Astoria, NY

Come paint with us! Our paintings are all for beginners- no experience necessary. Our professional artists will guide you through the class step by step to help your create your one a kind masterpiece to take home with you that night.

(414) All levels 7 and older
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All Ages Welcome: Snowy Owl

The Paint Place @ 31-21 31st St, Astoria, NY

Come paint with us! Our paintings are all for beginners- no experience necessary. Our professional artists will guide you through the class step by step to help you create your one a kind masterpiece to take home with you that night!

(414) All levels 7 and older
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Adult: Beginner Painting with Personal Subject

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

If you have always wanted to take a painting class but don't know where to start or feel intimidated to begin-this is a super encouraging class that will help you get inspired & charged up allowing you to unleash your inner artist. Learn the basics-we will demo a variety of painting techniques & set preliminary exercises to guide you to craft & express your own ideas. Learn how to paint landscapes, cityscapes, people, portraits, pets,...

(179) Beginner 18 and older
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All Ages Welcome: LoveBirds

The Paint Place @ 31-21 31st St, Astoria, NY

Come paint with us! Our paintings are all for beginners- no experience necessary. Our professional artists will guide you through the class step by step to help your create your one a kind masterpiece to take home with you that night!

(414) All levels 7 and older
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All Ages Welcome: Superheros

The Paint Place @ 31-21 31st St, Astoria, NY

Come paint with us! Our paintings are all for beginners- no experience necessary. Our professional artists will guide you through the class step by step to help you create your one a kind masterpiece to take home with you that night!

(414) All levels 7 and older
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All Ages Welcome: Love (Astoria)

The Paint Place @ 31-21 31st St, Astoria, NY

Come paint with us! Our paintings are all for beginners- no experience necessary. Our professional artists will guide you through the class step by step to help you create your one a kind masterpiece to take home with you that night!

(414) All levels 7 and older
No upcoming schedules

BYOB Painting: Monet Waterlilies (Astoria)

The Paint Place @ 31-21 31st St, Astoria, NY

Come paint with us! Our paintings are all for beginners- no experience necessary. Our professional artists will guide you through the class step by step to help your create your one a kind masterpiece to take home with you that night.

(414) All levels 18 and older
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BYOB Painting: Queen (Astoria)

The Paint Place @ 31-21 31st St, Astoria, NY

Come paint with us! Our paintings are all for beginners- no experience necessary. Our professional artists will guide you through the class step by step to help your create your one a kind masterpiece to take home with you that night!

(414) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules

BYOB Painting: Forest Walk (Astoria)

The Paint Place @ 31-21 31st St, Astoria, NY

Come paint with us! Our paintings are all for beginners- no experience necessary. Our professional artists will guide you through the class step by step to help your create your one a kind masterpiece to take home with you that night!

(414) All levels 18 and older
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Introduction to Alcohol Inks

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

Seductive for their vibrant, free flowing, jewel-like hues, alcohol inks offer an opportunity for both rigor and risk-taking. We will explore the full range of possibilities of this increasingly popular medium, painting onto non-porous surfaces like transparent film, synthetic paper and ceramic tiles. We will learn about color mixing, layering, subtractive techniques and the use stamping and stenciling as ways to create patterns and textures....

(1061) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$298

2 sessions

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BYOB Painting: Van Gogh Sunflowers (Astoria)

The Paint Place @ 31-21 31st St, Astoria, NY

Come paint with us! Our paintings are all for beginners-no experience necessary. Our professional artists will guide you through the class step by step to help you create your one a kind masterpiece to take home with you that night! This class is for ages 18 and up.

(414) All levels 18 and older
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Painting Seascapes with Watercolor

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

Get swept away to the beach in this course that will teach you how to paint beautiful seascapes using watercolor paint. Working from photographs, learn methods of paint application, color formation and visual representation. From peaceful vistas to crashing surf, you’ll learn how to transform this aqueous medium into painterly scenes of the ocean. Participate in group discussions, observe demonstrations, and get feedback on your progress in real...

(1061) Intermediate 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$335

6 sessions

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Painting Portraits in Watercolor

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

Discover the art of capturing character and depth in portrait painting as you master the challenging medium of watercolor. Learn from live models or use your reference photographs in this course at the prestigious 92nd Street Y. Prerequisite: basic/intermediate watercolor experience. Masks recommended.

(1061) Intermediate 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$350

6 sessions

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Oil Painting for Beginners

Jade Scarlett Art @ 2910 Broadway, Queens, NY

This class is beginner-friendly and no previous experience is required! You’ll learn the basic techniques for painting in the traditional and beloved medium of oils and how to master the skills you need to enjoy the serene, relaxing benefits that painting can provide.After practicing the techniques and step-by-step instructions to paint different subjects, you will be ready to use your imagination and with my guidance, compose a beautiful painting...

(122) Beginner 18 and older
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Watercolor in Fort Tryon Park

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

Fort Tryon Park offers a wide range of landscape subjects: massive rock faces in a pine grove, the arching branches of old elms, an extraordinary view of the Hudson River within an arcade of London plane trees and many intricate, beautiful flower gardens. No wonder it is a designated scenic landmark. Explore watercolor techniques and themes in a special en plein air setting.  Watercolor Paints: Small tubes, artist grade or a set of watercolors...

(1061) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$204

4 sessions

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