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Watercolor Techniques
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 watercolor painting. Explore a wide range of techniques, from landscapes to portraits, and bring your imagination to life on the canvas. Discover the distinctive qualities of this captivating medium in a supportive, inspiring environment.
Nov 14th
1:30–4:30pm ET
Meets 11 Times
Jan 30th
1:30–4:30pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Apr 3rd
1:30–4:30pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Date Night: Build a Book Nook: Miniature Enchanted Woodland Forest
Craftsman Ave See all classes by this school @ 68 34th St. Brooklyn, Brooklyn, NY
Create a magical one-inch scale Enchanted Forest Book Nook in this beginner-friendly, hands-on workshop as you craft miniature trees, textured landscapes, and glowing woodland details using approachable mixed-media techniques. Leave with a storybook-inspired creation ready to display on your bookshelf, along with new creative skills and the confidence to build miniature worlds of your own.
Nov 22nd
10am–2pm ET
Nov 26th
6–10pm ET
Dec 1st
6–10pm ET
Dec 6th
1–5pm ET
Dec 11th
6–10pm ET
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Build a Book Nook: Miniature Enchanted Woodland Forest
Craftsman Ave See all classes by this school @ 68 34th St. Brooklyn, Brooklyn, NY
Create a magical one-inch scale Enchanted Forest Book Nook in this beginner-friendly, hands-on workshop as you craft miniature trees, textured landscapes, and glowing woodland details using approachable mixed-media techniques. Leave with a storybook-inspired creation ready to display on your bookshelf, along with new creative skills and the confidence to build miniature worlds of your own.
Nov 22nd
10am–2pm ET
Nov 26th
6–10pm ET
Dec 1st
6–10pm ET
Dec 6th
1–5pm ET
Dec 11th
6–10pm ET
This class has 18 more dates.
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Buddy Up: Build a Book Nook: Miniature Enchanted Woodland Forest
Craftsman Ave See all classes by this school @ 68 34th St. Brooklyn, Brooklyn, NY
Create a magical one-inch scale Enchanted Forest Book Nook in this beginner-friendly, hands-on workshop as you craft miniature trees, textured landscapes, and glowing woodland details using approachable mixed-media techniques. Leave with a storybook-inspired creation ready to display on your bookshelf, along with new creative skills and the confidence to build miniature worlds of your own.
Nov 22nd
10am–2pm ET
Nov 26th
6–10pm ET
Dec 1st
6–10pm ET
Dec 6th
1–5pm ET
Dec 11th
6–10pm ET
This class has 18 more dates.
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Beginner Drawing + Illustration Techniques for Adults (Drop-in)
Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo See all classes by this school @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
This comprehensive drawing and illustration course is crafted specifically for adult beginners who want to build a strong visual foundation. Particularly well suited for those working in fields like film, fashion, or graphic design, the course covers essential skills including composition, proportion, and perspective through a variety of drawing methods. Work in a supportive studio setting where you will develop confidence, sharpen your artistic eye, and grow into a more expressive, skilled illustrator.
Nov 15th
11:15am–1:15pm ET
Nov 16th
6:30–8:30pm ET
Nov 22nd
11:15am–1:15pm ET
Nov 23rd
6:30–8:30pm ET
Pinewood Derby - Car Racing for Everyone
Craftsman Ave See all classes by this school @ 68 34th St. Brooklyn, Brooklyn, NY
Put your creativity and craft to the test at Craftsman Ave's Pinewood Derby experience, where you design a custom race car and race it down a vintage track against fellow participants. A hands-on workshop that blends building, design, and friendly competition.
Nov 14th
10am–2pm ET
Nov 25th
1–5pm ET
Dec 2nd
7–11pm ET
Dec 7th
1–5pm ET
Dec 12th
10am–2pm ET
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Date Night: Handcraft a Custom Magnetic Knife Board
Craftsman Ave See all classes by this school @ 68 34th St. Brooklyn, Brooklyn, NY
This beginner-friendly workshop guides you through crafting a custom magnetic knife board from premium hardwood, using professional tools to shape, sand, and finish your own unique design. By the end, you’ll leave with a functional, handcrafted piece that reflects your personal style and elevates your kitchen.
Nov 27th
7–11pm ET
Nov 30th
6–10pm ET
Dec 9th
7–11pm ET
Dec 13th
5–9pm ET
Dec 17th
1–5pm ET
This class has 13 more dates.
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Buddy Up: Handcraft a Custom Magnetic Knife Board
Craftsman Ave See all classes by this school @ 68 34th St. Brooklyn, Brooklyn, NY
This beginner-friendly workshop guides you through crafting a custom magnetic knife board from premium hardwood, using professional tools to shape, sand, and finish your own unique design. By the end, you’ll leave with a functional, handcrafted piece that reflects your personal style and elevates your kitchen.
Nov 27th
7–11pm ET
Nov 30th
6–10pm ET
Dec 9th
7–11pm ET
Dec 13th
5–9pm ET
Dec 17th
1–5pm ET
This class has 13 more dates.
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Handcraft a Custom Magnetic Knife Board
Craftsman Ave See all classes by this school @ 68 34th St. Brooklyn, Brooklyn, NY
This beginner-friendly workshop guides you through crafting a custom magnetic knife board from premium hardwood, using professional tools to shape, sand, and finish your own unique design. By the end, you’ll leave with a functional, handcrafted piece that reflects your personal style and elevates your kitchen.
Nov 27th
7–11pm ET
Nov 30th
6–10pm ET
Dec 9th
7–11pm ET
Dec 13th
5–9pm ET
Dec 17th
1–5pm ET
This class has 13 more dates.
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Stone Carving
New York School of the Arts See all classes by this school @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY
Tap into your creativity and discover the ancient craft of sculpting as you explore the history, tools, and techniques of stone carving. Build the skill of direct carving on soapstone, alabaster, or marble, crafting intricate figurative or abstract sculptures.
Jan 26th
1–4pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Mar 30th
1–4pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Resin Rubber Overview: Casting
The Compleat Sculptor See all classes by this school @ 110 West 19th Street, New York, NY
Explore the craft of casting in this introductory workshop built to give beginners a solid foundation in essential materials and techniques. Examine the properties of gypsums, polyurethanes, epoxies, and silicones, and understand when to use each for optimal results. With guidance on release agents, bonded metal casting, and finishing options, this course delivers valuable insight for producing high-quality casts.
Artsy Afternoon
art retreat nyc See all classes by this school @ 41 West 71st Street, New York, NY
Spend a relaxing afternoon getting creative as you explore a variety of artistic mediums in a welcoming studio setting. Enjoy hands-on guidance and unexpected inspiration while creating at your own pace. All materials are provided, so just bring your imagination.
Nov 16th
2–3:30pm ET
Nov 19th
2–3:30pm ET
Instructed Drawing Night at the Met
Drawing New York See all classes by this school @ 1000 5th Ave, New York, NY
Spend an evening drawing among classical Greek and Roman sculptures while refining your charcoal technique. Guided instruction and a brief demonstration help build control, observation, and confidence when working from historic forms. Create expressive studies directly in the gallery as you explore light, shadow, and proportion through close visual analysis.
Nov 20th
6:30–8:30pm ET
Dec 4th
6:30–8:30pm ET
Dec 18th
6:30–8:30pm ET
Jan 8th
6:30–8:30pm ET
Jan 22nd
6:30–8:30pm ET
Rat Skeleton Articulation
Gotham Taxidermy See all classes by this school
Discover the fundamentals of small-mammal anatomy as you learn to clean, assemble, and pose a complete skeleton for display. Through guided, hands-on instruction, you’ll create a naturalistic or imaginative habitat and mount your finished piece on a base or under a glass dome. Leave with a one-of-a-kind work of osteological art ready to showcase.
Dec 4th
5–8:30pm ET
Jan 22nd
6–8pm ET
Mug & Saucer Workshop
Wilcoxson Brooklyn Ceramics See all classes by this school @ 69A West St, Brooklyn, NY
Hand-build a matching mug and saucer set using porcelain slab construction in this hands-on ceramics workshop. Personalize each piece with colored clay slips in blue, black, and pink, ending with functional tableware that brings a distinctive touch to your day.
Nov 21st
10am–1pm ET
Nov 22nd
2–5pm ET
Nov 28th
1–4pm ET
Nov 29th
2–5pm ET
Dec 5th
1–4pm ET
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Suminagashi: An Art of Irreplaceable Moments
RESOBOX See all classes by this school @ 91 East 3rd St, New York, NY
Experience the calm elegance of Suminagashi, the ancient Japanese art of marbling. You'll see how delicate drops of ink shift across water to create mesmerizing, one-of-a-kind patterns. Suitable for all ages, this mindful, creative practice invites you to capture the beauty of impermanence in every swirl.
Nov 21st
11am–12pm ET
Dec 19th
11am–12pm ET
Wine and Handbuilding
Quicksand Ceramics See all classes by this school @ 96 Bogart St, Brooklyn, NY
Enjoy a relaxed, creative experience while exploring the fundamentals of handbuilding with clay. Learn techniques such as pinching, coiling, and slab building as you craft a functional or decorative piece in a welcoming, social atmosphere.
Nov 13th
6:30–8:30pm ET
Nov 14th
3:30–5:30pm ET
Nov 14th
6–8pm ET
Nov 15th
3:30–5:30pm ET
Nov 15th
6–8pm ET
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Painting in the Park
art retreat nyc See all classes by this school @ Central Park W & W 72nd St, New York, NY
Spend a relaxing day outdoors painting vibrant scenes inspired by the blooms of Central Park. All supplies are provided—just bring your creativity and a snack if you wish. Meeting details will be shared ahead of time based on the most beautiful seasonal spots.
Nov 14th
1–2:30pm ET
Nov 19th
11am–12:30pm ET
Nov 21st
1–2:30pm ET
Nov 28th
1–2:30pm ET
Comprehensive Floral Foundations: Eastern and Western Flower Arrangement (3-class series)
Ikebana Flowers New York See all classes by this school @ 1133 Broadway, New York, NY
Step into a global tour of floral design, where you will study flower arranging from both Eastern and Western perspectives. Explore the history, philosophy, techniques, and theory behind stunning, meaningful arrangements that transform any room. Tap into your creativity and take home the skills to keep practicing this meditative craft.
Dec 5th
5–6:30pm ET
Meets 3 Times
Wine Bottle Stopper Workshop
Centerpoint Ceramics See all classes by this school @ 355 Stockholm St, Brooklyn, NY
Create a unique ceramic piece while exploring hands-on clay techniques such as pinching, slab building, texturing, and sculptural construction. Add personal touches with underglaze and select from a range of glaze colors to finish your one-of-a-kind creation.