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Social Media Marketing for the Interior Designer
New York School of Interior Design See all classes by this school @ 170 E 70th St, New York, NY
The power of Social Media and Digital Marketing today play a vital role in any design firm or individual practice. Communicating and curating your studio's individual aesthetic-vision and brand is critical. Components of this course include content selection, posting frequency, and relevant platforms. This course will guide you to build and or expand your existing road map for success by defining your marketing initiatives and interpreting...
Designing Interiors with an Art Collection
New York School of Interior Design See all classes by this school @ 170 E 70th St, New York, NY
A large part of the design of interiors are the pieces of art that make up the visual and visceral impact of the space. The role of art can be the focal point of a room, or something that is well-suited for the background —something so subtle it merges into the environment seamlessly. This two-part course will look at varied fine art installations, sculpture, photography and painting allowing for the student to discover: Who is the viewer: whether...
Theory and Practice in the Arts
New York School of the Arts See all classes by this school @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY
Develop the ability to view and critique art, awakening your capacity to understand artwork of different cultures, periods, and styles. In addition, you’ll learn how to develop a portfolio from the point of view of a gallery dealer, including materials, cover letters, content statements, and CDs. Visits to museums and galleries, as well as lectures on the history of art, video, and photography, will immerse you in New York City’s abundance...
Spanish Art at the MET: From El Greco to Picasso
Lauren A Kaplan Art Tours See all classes by this school @ 1000 5th Ave, New York, NY
This year marks the 400th anniversary of El Greco’s death. To commemorate the occasion, the MET is showcasing all of it’s canvases by this mysterious figure , along with its already rich collection of works by Diego Velazquez, Francisco de Goya, and Pablo Picasso. Over the course of two hours, we will trace key characteristics of Spanish art–flattened perspective, a dark color palette, inattention to setting–from one master...
The Contemporary Scene in Chelsea
Lauren A Kaplan Art Tours See all classes by this school @ 555 W 24th St, New York, NY
Chelsea’s shows are unbeatable. This class will focus on five of this season’s most memorable and talked about exhibitions. Museum admission included.
zxMysteries of Italian Art
Collina Italiana See all classes by this school @ 1556 Third Ave, , New York, NY 10128, New York, NY
Leonardo, Michelangelo, Raffaello ...Italian artists have produced some of humanity’s greatest art, images that convey the vast range of human experience. Looking closely at paintings and sculpture from ancient to contemporary Italy, Collina Italiana students will investigate objects from the world’s most important collections, learning about Italian history and culture in the process. The series includes celebrated and lesser-known masterpieces,...
Historical Women Artists: Copy & Lecture
New York School of the Arts See all classes by this school @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY
This class is designed for those interested in learning about women artists throughout history as well as improving their drawing and painting techniques. We will learn about important women artists from the Renaissance to pre 1950. Lectures will discuss their artwork techniques and their life stories. Students will be given a few choices of what works they would like to copy by historical women artists – a variety of works will be offered...
City as Palimpsest: Old and New Architecture
Lauren A Kaplan Art Tours See all classes by this school @ Federal Plaza, New York, NY
Enjoy the summer with a walking tour! This class will cover some of the oldest and newest architecture of lower Manhattan. After investigating the structure and aesthetics of the 130-year-old Brooklyn Bridge, we’ll survey some of the city’s earliest skyscrapers and compare them to the recently finished Freedom Tower, Frank Gehry’s Beekman Tower, and Santiago Calatrava’s soaring transit hub. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Note: You...
Alberto Burri: Art as Therapy
Lauren A Kaplan Art Tours See all classes by this school @ 1071 5th Ave, New York, NY
The new retrospective, Alberto Burri: The Trauma of Painting,delves into the healing power of art. Italian doctor-turned-artist, Alberto Burri (1915-1995), served as a medic during World War II, but began painting while he was a prisoner of war in Texas. Upon his release, it became his full-time career and deep passion. By stitching burlap and other found materials into textured collages, Burri reenacted the healing process he’d...
Art and Biography
The Jewish Museum See all classes by this school @ 1109 5th Ave, New York, NY
Consider how works of art can contribute to the understanding of an individual’s life story, and how a biographical treatment can assume many different creative forms. Experience works of art in the highly anticipated exhibition, Leonard Cohen: A Crack in Everything along with works of art in the Jewish Museum’s collection, and participate in a hands-on workshop that integrates art making and writing.
Fall Shows in Chelsea
Lauren A Kaplan Art Tours See all classes by this school @ 555 W 24th St, New York, NY
This class will focus on a handful of major players in the contemporary art world. We will stop in four of Chelsea’s highly influential galleries to see the some of the most popular shows of the moment. We’ll conclude with a stroll along the High Line, where we’ll see the beautiful park’s new sculptures installations. All of our classes allow participants to learn directly from original art and architectural objects. Each class session...
Hidden Spaces at the MET
Lauren A Kaplan Art Tours See all classes by this school @ 1000 5th Ave, New York, NY
The Metropolitan Museum has long been committed to faithfully recreating or installing architecture from far-flung locales inside its walls. These exotic spaces effectively transport visitors to another time and place, and many of them are hidden deep in the recesses of the MET’s vast floor-plan. Over the course of two hours, we will discover an Egyptian tomb, a Chinese scholar garden, a Moroccan courtyard, an Italian Renaissance studiolo,...
Fall in Chelsea
Lauren A Kaplan Art Tours See all classes by this school @ 555 W 24th St, New York, NY
Chelsea is finally emerging from its long summer slump, so come explore with us! Over the course of two hours, we’ll peruse five very different exhibitions, including photography by Luc Tuymans, an immersive installation by Sarah Sze, Roy Lichtenstein’s historic Greene Street Mural, and new portraits by the indomitable Chuck Close. Don’t miss this opportunity to see some of this season’s most talked about exhibitions! Museum...
Winter in Chelsea
Lauren A Kaplan Art Tours See all classes by this school @ 555 W 24th St, New York, NY
We will stop in five of the season’s most talked-about and thoughtful exhibitions, sparking provocative discussions about the contemporary art scene. Artists will include: Donald Judd, Robert Rauschenberg, Mark Bradford, and Stephen Wilkes, among others. Museum admission included. Note: You will receive a discount if you register for 2 or more classes or if you bring someone with you. Classes will be capped at 10 people. Please...
Maurizio Pellegrin Lecture Series
New York School of the Arts See all classes by this school @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY
Discover the wonders of Western art through a captivating lecture series. Immerse yourself in centuries of artistic achievements across various disciplines, and let the visual aids carry you into a world of inspiration and ideas. Expand your artistic horizons and step into two hours of pure imagination.
From Jacob Lawrence to Georgia O’Keefe
The Jewish Museum See all classes by this school @ 1109 5th Ave, New York, NY
What is American about American art? Consider ways that artists have responded to the culture of the United States and the range of stories that contribute to our ideas of what makes someone American. The evening includes an opportunity to view works of art by Jacob Lawrence, Stuart Davis, Georgia O’Keeffe, Ben Shahn, and more in the exhibition, Edith Halpert and the Rise of American Art.
Stories in Art
The Jewish Museum See all classes by this school @ 1109 5th Ave, New York, NY
Examine art inspired by fairy tales, folklore and Biblical stories in this workshop focusing on English Language Arts (ELA). Hear from Nina Jaffe, children’s book author, storyteller and bilingual special educator and explore the exhibition, Rachel Feinstein: Maiden, Mother, Crone through the lens of literacy and storytelling. Price includes light dinner
Making Museums Accessible to All
The Jewish Museum See all classes by this school @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Learn about ways that the Jewish Museum welcomes students with learning differences through partnerships with special education schools and programs designed for students with a range of disabilities. Included is a visit to the Museum’s galleries and hands-on art activities in the art studio, where Jewish Museum educators will model techniques for engaging special education students. Price includes light refreshments
Combating Hate through Art
The Jewish Museum See all classes by this school @ 1109 5th Ave, New York, NY
Explore the power of art in addressing challenging issues like prejudice and bias at a full-day workshop. Engage in discussions around works of art by renowned artists and respond to contemporary issues through art and writing activities. Join us in using art as a means to combat hate and promote understanding.
Spy City: A History of Espionage in New York
Q.E.D. See all classes by this school @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY
Slip into the covert history of New York City, and follow in the footsteps of four centuries of spies. Explore New York’s finest hotels and most elegant office towers, as well as its toughest docks and most derelict tenements, through the eyes of an active agent. Along the way, you’ll learn the identity of America’s first Spy Master, find out who “heard it through the Grapevine,” and see what on earth the Bronx has to do with the Bolsheviks....