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Making Komics with Kids
Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY
Have you ever wanted to make your own comic strip? Well, cartoonist Patrick J. Reilly will show you how! You'll learning what goes into a panel, how creating a single panel and how to set up the joke of a three panel strip. By the end of the class you'll be able to make your own comic strip. Please Note: Outside food and drinks are not allowed. QED has coffee, tea, soda, beer & wine plus snacks and pre-made wraps and sandwiches available
$10
Loud and Proud: Public Speaking Fundamentals
Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY
Almost every profession involves public speaking and being an effective communicator to a group of people. You don't realize this until you're trained so well to do your job but not trained on how to speak with confidence to your peers. "Loud and Proud" is here to offer fundamental speaking skills to any youth interested and any parents that understand the benefits of their youth having the courage to do so early in life! Who knows, you may have...
$20
Intro to Braiding
Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY
Learn how to braid your own hair in both simple and seemingly intricate ways. You will learn types of braids like dutch, waterfall, and four strand, as well as how to include them in various styles like crown/headband and chignon up-dos. Both long and short hair welcome! Note: Please bring your own brush or comb.
$10
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New York’s Holiday History
Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY
Full Course Name: New York’s Holiday History from George Washington to Andy Warhol In other parts of the world, Santa Claus might be coming to town, but he’s from this town! Saint Nick is the Patron Saint of New York City, and Santa as we know him is a hometown boy. In this look at New York’s holiday history, we’ll find out which of New York’s early 19th century artists and writers were the first to depict the modern Santa Claus, see which...
$25
Spy City: A History of Espionage in New York
Q.E.D. @ 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....
$15
The Idea Workshop: Improv In Cartooning & Comics
Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY
In this class, we are going to use elements and principles of Improv to generate ideas for comics and cartoons. Do you like Garfield, Charlie Brown, Spiderman? We will go beyond just technique and find ways to tell stories, create characters and develop the content that goes inside the comics. We will act out, collaborate, and draw comics and cartoons.
$37.50
Full Face Makeup
Makeup & Skin Care Workshops @ 27-05 39th Ave, Long Island City, NY
Are you ready to rock a flawless glow this Summer? We certainly are! Join us with a bare face to learn how to apply your foundation smoothly and show off a celebrity-esque glow that will shine all night long! With a few simple tips and tricks, you can look luminous instead of oily and your foundation will look fabulous all night (or all day) versus just a few hours. Not to mention the gorgeous bronze you will learn to apply to your cheeks and eyes,...
$95
Lather On Presents a Soapmaking Workshop for Kids
Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY
Using a method called "melt & pour," you will create your very own bars of all-natural vegan soap to keep for yourself or give as gifts to friends. Students will be divided into groups to create their own small batches of soap. Advance signup required. Price of class includes 2 bars of soap to keep!
$45
Kombucha Magic
Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY
Fermentation is one of the oldest food processing methods still used today. Scientifically known as zymology, it is the conversion of carbohydrates into alcohols, carbon dioxide, yeast, or bacteria. Beer, miso, sourdough, kefir, kimchi and many other delicious foods we love are the product of fermentation. In this course we will cover the basic science behind making kombucha, why it’s good for you, and how to make it yourself. If you are interested...
$30
You Bought The Camera, Now What?
Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY
Full Course Name: You Bought The Camera, Now What? Or, How I Learned To Make A Living As A Photojournalist The foundation of all communication is story, to convey an idea to others. Photojournalism takes this foundation, adds truth, research, ethics and immediacy, intensity and impact, to inform the public. Photojournalism is a license to be curious, to ask questions, to learn, to share with others how you see the world, and your camera...
$20
Ghosts of the Boroughs
Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY
Boroughs of the Dead Tour Guide Marie Carter is thrilled to present “Ghosts of the Boroughs”. In this eerie, illustrated lecture you will learn about the haunted mansions of the boroughs, a ghostly monastery, a creepy story involving murder and a spooky doll, former insane asylums, grisly murders, and many other ghastly NYC stories! And you will learn about the ghosts that haunt your own backyard in Astoria.
$10
Intro to Voice-Overs
Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY
Intro to voice-overs will give an overview of both the art and business of voice-overs. Learn about the different types of voice-overs and which may be best suited to you. Discover how to read and prepare copy for an audition or recording. Find out what it takes to build your own studio, where you can start making money auditioning and recording from home. Hear about how to get an agent or manager who will send you on auditions and the do's...
$25
A History of Ghost Hunting
Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY
Ghost hunting has been part of our fictional and historic narratives since the Ancient Greeks. This lecture will take you on a historical paranormal investigation starting with Homer’s The Odyssey to the Middle Ages to 19 th century spiritualism to present day ghost hunting techniques. The second half of the lecture will involve an interview/discussion with paranormal investigator, Vinny Carbone, who currently conducts...
$10
The Women Rebel: Women Who Shook New York
Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY
Imagine you are at a party with the anarchist Emma Goldman, the dancer Isadora Duncan and the women’s health pioneer Margaret Sanger. Two things are probably true: you are at Mabel Dodge’s celebrated Wednesday Night Salon, and Marcel Duchamp is swinging from the chandelier. When Dodge began her salon in 1912, she claimed, “every thinking person nowadays is in revolt against something.” At the time, Radical Politics thrived on the Lower East...
$10
Intro to Watercolor
Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY
Students will learn basic watercolor techniques and then complete a series of watercolor paintings! Techniques such a dry brush and wet into wet will be demonstrated by our teacher, followed by ample time for students to experiment with the materials and techniques on their own. Create your own masterpiece without the restrictions of "copying" the teacher.
$45
The Beginner's Guide to the Business of Acting
Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY
Are you a comedian or improviser looking to break into on-camera work? Or are you a newbie performer hoping to learn more about TV & Film? Actor & Comedian Andrea Ilene Shapiro is here to help you navigate the confusing world of becoming a working actor. This course will go over the foundational essentials that every new actor needs to get started. Andrea will also talk you through the process of becoming SAG, meeting industry...
$15
Murderous Mothers: A Dark Celebration of Mother’s Day
Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY
Tired of the Betty Crocker image of motherhood? The origins of Mother’s Day are darkly tragic so why not take a look at the darker side of mothers? This lecture will take you on a historical “tour” of mothers who murder that will leave you with a new appreciation of your own dear mom. The stories will range from the surreal to downright horrifying.
$10
Self Publishing 101
Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY
In this introductory two hours course on self-publishing, Vikram will share with students his own story of self-publishing with detailed emphasis on preparation and the process of putting a book together and getting it printed. This is a small and interactive class, so the students can share their own aspirations and goals in publishing. Students will be encouraged to share their own stories and efforts of their ventures. Each student should have...
$20
The Mysterious History of Hart Island
Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY
For the most part if you end up on Hart Island in New York City, it is because things have gone terribly wrong. In the past, Hart Island has variously been used as a tuberculosis sanatorium, a Union Civil War Camp, a women’s insane asylum, and a boys’ reformatory. It was also used to launch missiles during the Cold War in the sixties from the Nike Missile Site, and it housed a rehab facility called Phoenix House in the sixties and seventies....
$10
Printmaking 101
Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY
Come and explore the basics of printmaking! Learn about the art of printmaking and create your own set of prints using your own design. You will have the chance to print using a variety of colors and papers. Each student will leave with a set of prints to take home. Supplies and materials will be provided.
$35
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