Art Classes Near Me

This beginner-level course will teach you how to use colored pencils to create vibrant drawings from life with nuance, depth, and expression. You will learn basic techniques for blending, shading, and more in this course.

This course will cover basic drawing and storytelling techniques and will reference a broad range of comic book styles. Students will also learn how to create a compelling storyline, strong characters, illustrate body language and facial expression, and how to match words and pictures. There will be a demonstration of all the materials while the students work in small groups to receive individual attention.

Join this class at the Metropolitan Museum of Art for a series of drawing lessons based on the collections. This course is a great way to learn the basics of drawing while surrounded by some of the world's most famous art. The instructor will teach you about different drawing techniques, such as shading, mark making, and line quality, and how to create different effects, such as depth and dimension.

The course introduces beginners to the fundamental principles and techniques of drawing. It covers topics such as line, shape, form, and shading and encourages students to explore their creativity through various exercises and projects. The class provides a supportive environment for aspiring artists to develop their drawing skills.

In this introductory drawing class, students will learn fundamental techniques such as line, shape, shading, and perspective. Through hands-on exercises and guided instruction, participants will develop their observational skills and gain confidence in creating expressive and realistic drawings. Whether you aspire to create stunning portraits or capture the beauty of the world around you, this course provides the essential foundation to unleash your artistic potential.

This course for all levels will teach you about the art and subtle quality of silverpoint, a medium that dates to the late Middle Ages. You will explore historic and contemporary examples while learning the ins and outs of how to use the medium and prepare surfaces for its application. Participants create drawings with silverpoint inspired by nature while honing their skills of observation.

In this drawing course offered in NYC, participants will explore various fundamental elements of perspective used in drawing, such as linear perspective, one-point perspective, two-point perspective, and atmospheric perspective. Through engaging demonstrations, exercises, and projects, learners will gain a better understanding of the artistic concepts of space, depth, light, and atmosphere.

Join this mosaic class to learn the art of designing and creating mosaics using various techniques. The course is structured to gradually build skills, starting with basic tile cutting and progressing to more advanced glass shaping. By the end of the course, you will have completed a 24" x 24" mosaic masterpiece of your own.

This Mixed Media Mosaic Art Crash Course provides a comprehensive introduction to the art of mosaic art. Led by experienced professional artists, participants will receive guidance and tuition to create a unique and modern mosaic art piece to take home. They will learn the basics of design, composition, materials, tools, and adhesives to create beautiful, unique artworks.

This two-and-a-half-hour in-person fine jewelry stonesetting course is for all levels. Students will learn the basics of stonesetting, including how to select stones, prepare settings, and set stones in a variety of metals. The course will culminate in a finished piece of jewelry that students can take home.

This intensive course teaches the fundamental techniques of jewelry fabrication, such as sawing, forming, texturing, soldering, polishing, and stone setting. Students will learn how to make rings, bezels, and cabochon settings. The course is designed for absolute beginners and is taught in a small group setting.

This course is designed advanced beaders who want to learn new techniques and create their own designs. The instructor will provide guidance on techniques, troubleshooting, and design.

This course is designed for intermediate and advanced jewelry makers who want to develop their skills and create their own designs. Students will work with the instructor to develop their own projects and will receive guidance on techniques, troubleshooting, and design.

This beginner-level course teaches the art of traditional pearl knotting, a technique used to create beautiful and intricate jewelry with French wire. Students will learn how to string pearls and beads, and how to tie different types of knots.

This two-and-a-half-hour long beginner-level course teaches the basics of polymer clay jewelry making. Students will learn how to choose and prepare polymer clay, how to create different shapes and textures, and how to add embellishments. They will also learn how to make a variety of jewelry pieces, home decorations, sculptures, miniatures, mosaics, baskets, dolls, and more.

This two-and-a-half-hour long course is designed for wax carvers of all levels. The course will cover the basics of wax carving, such as choosing the right wax, creating a wax model, and casting the wax model in metal.

This metalworking course covers the basics of working with sheet metal to create custom-made napkin rings. Participants will learn the fundamentals of metalworking, including how to measure, cut, form, and join sheet metal to craft their own napkin rings. With guidance from the instructor and individualized attention, students will bring home a beautiful, handmade set of napkin rings to proudly show off.

Learn more about classical goldsmithing with our intermediate-level course. Building upon the skills acquired in Classical Goldsmithing in Gold or Fine Silver I, this course delves deeper into the artistry and craftsmanship of working with precious metals. Through hands-on projects and expert guidance, you'll refine your shaping, soldering, stone setting, and finishing techniques, creating stunning jewelry pieces in gold or fine silver. Discover the secrets of traditional goldsmithing and elevate your skills to new heights in this immersive and rewarding learning experience.

This hands-on class builds upon the fundamentals learned in Jewelry I. You will dive deeper into techniques such as stone setting, advanced soldering, and intricate design. With expert guidance and a supportive environment, you'll expand your creative horizons and create stunning, personalized pieces of jewelry that showcase your growing expertise.

This introductory class provides aspiring jewelry enthusiasts with the necessary skills and techniques to create stunning wearable art pieces. From basic design principles to hands-on practice with various materials and tools, students will explore the art of jewelry-making while cultivating their unique style under the guidance of experienced instructors.