Beginner Drawing Classes
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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 18th
6:30–8:30pm ET
Nov 25th
6:30–8:30pm ET
Figures and Faces in Drawing
New York School of the Arts See all classes by this school @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY
Step into the craft of drawing faces and figures, strengthening your observational skills through extended sessions with live models. Each week, step into topics such as structural forms, composition, negative space, and likeness while exploring various techniques and materials. Suitable for all levels, the course offers insight into historical drawing styles and their modern influences.
Jan 27th
10am–1pm ET
Meets 9 Times
Mar 31st
10am–1pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Language of Drawing
New York School of the Arts See all classes by this school @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY
Discover the craft of drawing in this comprehensive course. Explore various techniques, tools, and mediums while working from still lifes, photographs, and online resources. All levels of experience are welcome to join this captivating journey of black and white and color imagery.
Jan 27th
10:30am–12:30pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Mar 31st
10:30am–12:30pm ET
Meets 8 Times
The Figure in Space
New York School of the Arts See all classes by this school @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY
Tap into your creativity and build the craft of expressing the human form in a three-dimensional space. Explore your artistic voice and grow your skills in this immersive course. Join us today and take the chance to work with live models and receive personalized critiques.
Jan 27th
1–4pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Mar 31st
1–4pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Advanced Language of Drawing
New York School of the Arts See all classes by this school @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY
Uncover the practices of composition and mark-making in the Advanced Language of Drawing course. Step deep into a variety of techniques and mediums, working from still-life and imagination. All levels are welcome.
Jan 27th
1:30–4:30pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Mar 31st
1:30–4:30pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Anatomy, Composition, and Perspective: Figure Drawing for Painters
New York School of the Arts See all classes by this school @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY
Build a sharper eye for the human form while building techniques that merge anatomy, gesture, and perspective. Guided by classical and modern methods, you'll create expressive, spatially sound compositions and turn figure studies into compelling narrative artworks.
Jan 28th
1–4pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Apr 1st
1–4pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Kids and Teens Artists Open Studio: Painting, Drawing and Mixed Media for All Levels
The Art Studio NY See all classes by this school @ 243 W 72nd St , New York, NY
Bring your own creative projects and materials to a supportive studio environment designed for artists of all levels. Work independently across a range of mediums while receiving personalized feedback from a professional instructor. Explore new techniques, refine your skills, and make meaningful progress on your artistic goals.
Jan 16th
10:30am–12:30pm ET
Teen Art Focus: Drawing (Grades 6-12)
One River School See all classes by this school @ 319 Franklin Turnpike , Allendale, NJ
Tap into your teen's artistic potential with One River School's Teen Art Focus: Drawing course. Built for students in grades 6 to 12, the course offers a fun, engaging look at the elements and principles of art and design. From figure drawing through architecture, students build technical skills with a variety of drawing media, under the guidance of experienced teachers.
Dec 1st
5:30–7pm ET
Meets 4 Times
Dec 1st
6:30–8pm ET
Meets 4 Times
Dec 2nd
6:30–8pm ET
Meets 4 Times
Dec 5th
3–4:30pm ET
Meets 4 Times
Dec 7th
6–7:30pm ET
Meets 4 Times
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Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain
New York Open Center See all classes by this school @ 22 E 30th St, New York, NY
Many people give up drawing around age 9 or 10 and grow up to became adults who say they cannot draw. It that’s your experience, and you always wanted to get back to drawing, this is the class for you. Drawing is like bicycle riding, and in this workshop—based on Betty Edwards’ classic book of Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain—you’ll realize that once you know how to draw, you can just follow your eyes without thinking. Making art...
Art Workshop (Wednesday)
Chelsea Drawing & Painting Workshops See all classes by this school @ 321 W 24th St , New York, NY
Explore your creativity in a supportive studio where artists of all levels can grow. Beginners build confidence through guided fundamentals, while experienced creators refine their personal vision with tailored instruction. Develop your style, strengthen your skills, and immerse yourself in the craft of making art.
Intro to Drawing
Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan See all classes by this school @ 334 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY
This introductory course is ideal for beginners with minimal or no previous drawing experience. Students will focus on building essential drawing skills and exploring the fundamentals in a supportive learning environment.
Introduction to Figure Drawing
Drawing New York See all classes by this school @ 15 Gramercy Park South, New York, NY
Build a strong foundation in drawing the human figure through clear, step-by-step guidance. Learn to approach gesture, proportion, and shading in a structured, accessible way that simplifies a complex subject. Live demonstrations and individualized feedback support skill development and help you leave with a figure drawing you like.
Art Workshop (Thursday)
Chelsea Drawing & Painting Workshops See all classes by this school @ 321 W 24th St , New York, NY
Explore your creativity in a supportive studio where artists of all levels can grow. Beginners build confidence through guided fundamentals, while experienced creators refine their personal vision with tailored instruction. Develop your style, strengthen your skills, and immerse yourself in the craft of making art.
Portrait Figure Drawing & Painting I & II
The Art Studio NY See all classes by this school @ 243 West 72nd Street, New York, NY
Students will learn the foundational techniques of portrait and figure painting, such as color mixing, color value, composition, proportions, glazing, brushwork, paint application, texture, personal style and more. They will also work from both live figure model as well as additional figurative and portraiture inspirations and subject matter. Drawing and painting are sumptuous, exciting, and the most popular art mediums by artists worldwide. In...
Drawing Meditation 101: 1 Hour Beginners Drawing Meditation
The Art Studio NY See all classes by this school @ 243 W 72nd St , New York, NY
Immerse yourself in a creative and meditative drawing class designed to relieve stress and enhance fulfillment. In a supportive, non-judgmental environment, explore mindfulness through drawing, guided by expert instruction. Experience the therapeutic benefits of art as you experiment with various techniques and create meaningful pieces, cultivating calm and focus.
Drawing from the Right Side of the Brain
The Art Studio NY See all classes by this school @ 243 West 72nd Street, New York, NY
Learn to create from both observation and imagination. Students that were "total beginners" from our past drawing classes created incredible drawings in just a few week's time. Receive one-to-one guidance and attention from your instructor as you develop the inner-artist within. Think you can't draw a straight line? Think again. Everyone can draw! Enhance your creativity and artistic creativity as you learn how to create personal artwork through...
1-Time Total Beginners Watercolor Painting Art in Central Park
The Art Studio NY See all classes by this school @ Central Park, New York, NY
Immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of Central Park while learning the art of watercolor painting. Guided by an expert instructor, you'll explore fundamental techniques, tap into your creativity, and create nature-inspired masterpieces. Whether you're a total beginner or seeking to refine your skills, this outdoor class offers a relaxing and inspiring artistic experience.
The Graphic Novel
Educational Alliance Art School See all classes by this school @ 197 East Broadway, New York, NY
This course is ideal for students who want to create and draw short stories, novel-length stories, newspaper comics, super hero comics or Manga. Students use a variety of techniques such as penciling, inking, shading, perspective, character design, anatomy and effective story structure.
Dare to Draw: BYOB Beginner's Introduction to Drawing
The Art Studio NY See all classes by this school @ 243 West 72nd Street, New York, NY
Explore your creative freedom while you are guided through an artistic drawing adventure for both total beginners and those who have dabbled with drawing and are ready to jump back in for more! Feel inspired with a variety of subject matter as your muse, including still life, realism, abstraction, the human figure, portraiture and more. Bring your favorite bubbly and enjoy inspiring, energizing evenings while re-sparking your creative juices through...
Fear-Free Beginners Drawing Class 101
The Art Studio NY See all classes by this school @ 243 W 72nd St , New York, NY
Unlock your inner artist in our inspiring, fear-free drawing class designed for beginners. Discover the joy of drawing with step-by-step guidance in a non-judgmental space. Explore various techniques and subjects, from still life to abstraction, and experience the stress-relieving benefits of art. All levels are welcome to join this supportive and creative community.