Beginner Painting Classes
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Wednesday Morning 5-week Class for Adults with Some Experience
The Painting School See all classes by this school @ 65 Woodhull St, Brooklyn, NY
This 5-week painting class explores color mixing techniques inspired by influential artists, with a focus on rich color harmonies, vibrant landscapes, shadows, limited palettes, and patterns. Designed for painters with some experience, the course helps students refine their artistic style, experiment with new approaches to color and composition, and build a stronger creative practice.
Intermediate
16 and older
Nov 11th
10am–12pm ET
Meets 5 Times
$340
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Wed. Nov 11th, 10am–12pm ET
(10 hours over 5 sessions)
Wednesday Night - 5-week Class for Experienced Painters
The Painting School See all classes by this school @ 65 Woodhull St, Brooklyn, NY
This 5-week painting course with Sara Woster is designed for experienced painters looking to refine their personal style and develop a cohesive body of work around a central theme. Through inspiration from artists like Fairfield Porter, Mamma Andersson, and Maria Berrio, students will deepen their skills in color, composition, storytelling, and value while continuing to strengthen foundational techniques.
Intermediate
18 and older
Nov 11th
7–9pm ET
Meets 5 Times
$340
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Wed. Nov 11th, 7–9pm ET
(10 hours over 5 sessions)
Thursday Morning - 4-week Beginning Painting Class for Adults
The Painting School See all classes by this school @ 65 Woodhull St, Brooklyn, NY
This 4-week painting class introduces beginners and returning artists to essential techniques, including color, shape, value, form, space, and painting figures and faces. Through the study of art history and contemporary art, students will build foundational skills and confidence to continue painting independently or pursue further classes.
Beginner
14 and older
Nov 12th
10am–12pm ET
Meets 4 Times
$235
12 Seats Left
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Thu. Nov 12th, 10am–12pm ET
(8 hours over 4 sessions)
Monday Night 5-Week Adult Class for Painters with Some Experience
The Painting School See all classes by this school @ 65 Woodhull St, Brooklyn, NY
In this 5-week painting class, explore color mixing techniques inspired by groundbreaking artists, experimenting with vibrant hues, muted tones, shadows, patterns, and expressive lines. Designed for painters with some experience, the course helps you refine your artistic style, deepen your understanding of color relationships, and build a stronger creative practice.
Intermediate
16 and older
Nov 16th
7–9pm ET
Meets 5 Times
$340
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Mon. Nov 16th, 7–9pm ET
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Simplifying the World - An Acrylic Painting Workshop
The Painting School See all classes by this school @ 65 Woodhull St, Brooklyn, NY
Explore simplified approaches to painting inspired by artists such as Georgia O’Keeffe, Milton Avery, and Alex Katz. Create several paintings while learning to balance bold colors and shapes between realism and abstraction.
All levels
14 and older
Sun. Nov 1st, 2–5pm ET
(3 hours)
Painting a Lush & Wild World - An Acrylic Painting Workshop
The Painting School See all classes by this school @ 65 Woodhull St, Brooklyn, NY
Explore vibrant and expressive painting inspired by artists such as Henri Rousseau, Frida Kahlo, and Miroco Machiko. Experiment with the color wheel, surrealist symbols, and imaginative imagery to create lush paintings filled with magic realism and wild energy.
All levels
14 and older
Sat. Nov 14th, 3–5:30pm ET
(2 hours & 30 minutes)
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Paint and Sip Workshop: Midtown (BYOB)
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Painting Lounge See all classes by this school @ 309 Roebling St, Brooklyn, NY
Tap into your creative side in a relaxed, social atmosphere as a working artist guides you step-by-step through creating a beautiful work of art. BYOB and settle in for a fun, stress-free painting experience with friends, coworkers, or as part of a distinctive date night. No experience is needed; just bring your enthusiasm!
Fri. Jul 28th, 6:30–8:30pm ET
(2 hours)
Paint and Sip Workshop: Chelsea (BYOB)
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Painting Lounge See all classes by this school @ 309 Roebling St, Brooklyn, NY
Tap into your creativity in a relaxed, social environment as an experienced artist guides you step-by-step through recreating a beautiful work of art. Bring your favorite beverages and enjoy a fun, pressure-free painting experience alongside friends or colleagues. An ideal choice for events, parties, and team-building workshops.
Thu. Jan 25th, 7:30–9:30pm ET
(2 hours)
Private Graffiti Art Workshop for 6-9 People (+ individual canvas)
Graff Tours See all classes by this school @ 282 Meserole St, Brooklyn, NY
Learn foundational spray-paint techniques in a guided graffiti workshop and create your own piece from start to finish. Explore the basics of lettering and style, then take home artwork you made yourself.
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$371
Introduction to Drawing + Acrylic Painting
Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo See all classes by this school @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
Introduction to Drawing + Acrylic Painting | Paint + Sip For Adult Students 18 yrs + To study drawing and painting, one needs to continue their growth through learning and practice under expert guidance and attend art classes regularly. This step-by-step beginner's Art course will allow students to acquire basic drawing and painting techniques. We will begin the course with a series of comprehensive beginner drawing exercises and techniques and...
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Beginner Watercolor Brush Lettering
Brooklyn Craft Company See all classes by this school @ 165 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Learn the beautiful art of modern watercolor brush lettering! In this workshop you'll learn beginner basics that will set you on your way to lettering everything from art pieces to holiday cards and more. In this beginner-level class, your instructor Jessica Keala will begin by walking you through the basics of hand lettering with a brush and watercolor, while guiding you towards developing your own personal lettering style. Then, you'll work on...
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$65
Private Graffiti Art Workshop for 1-5 People (+ individual canvas)
Graff Tours See all classes by this school @ 282 Meserole St, Brooklyn, NY
Learn foundational spray-paint techniques in a guided graffiti workshop and create your own piece from start to finish. Explore the basics of lettering and style, then take home artwork you made yourself.
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$265
Watercolor Botanicals Workshop
Brooklyn Craft Company See all classes by this school @ 165 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Learn the basics of watercolor painting as you make a large Monstera leaf statement painting. This mellow, beginner-level workshop will take you on a tour of watercolor basics including: Learn and practice a variety of painting techniques including: wet brush, dry brush, bloom, scumbling, and blotting Learn how to create texture in your paintings using materials including: salt, plastic wrap, crayon, and resist Explore color mixing Learn easy...
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$55
Gouache 101: Watercolor's Opaque Sibling
Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo See all classes by this school @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
Discover the beauty of gouache, a vibrant and versatile medium that blends the fluidity of watercolor with the richness of opacity. Perfect for both beginners and experienced artists, this class explores techniques used in design, illustration, and more. Create stunning artwork with expert guidance in a relaxed, creative atmosphere!
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Acrylic Painting Basics
Trestle Workshops See all classes by this school @ 62 18th St, Brooklyn, NY
This class will delve into many different ways of using acrylic paint, from thin washes and transparent glazes to thick impasto incorporating a variety of added textures. Beginners are welcome! Returning students are also welcome to create individual projects with the instructor as they continue to develop their work during the class. We will explore basic color theory through observational still life exercises and abstract mark-making, starting...
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Adult: Fundamentals of Painting & 3D Art
Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo See all classes by this school @ 33 Washington St, Brooklyn, NY
Express what you see in daily life into two & three dimensional works of art in this fun introductory class! This course can be adapted to individual requests within the group, and it's a great fit for anyone who wants to work with exciting and varied media! Fees include materials but NO Canvas Canvas must be purchased prior to class. We recommend a mid size canvas to start. Please note select size canvas are available for purchase...
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Still Life Painting: An Introduction
The Decorus Atelier of Figurative Art See all classes by this school @ 117 57th St, Brooklyn, NY
Still-life paintings created today have the ability to provide a sense of what our time was like, what things we valued, what stories we choose to narrate as well as a testament to our technical proficiency. Having a solid foundation in the rudimentary language of painting can only make for a more formidable artist . Concerns about composition, juxtaposing imagery, personal and cultural identity, counterpoint, allegory, and narrative...
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Beginner Oil Painting for Teens Ages 12-17 (Group Session)
Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo See all classes by this school @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
Unlock your creativity with an introductory class in oil painting at the renowned Creatively Wild Art Studio. Discover the secrets of this rich medium and learn professional techniques, from color mixing to creating rich textures. Perfect for teens looking to explore a career in the visual arts or build their portfolio.
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Adult: Foundation Art for Beginners to Intermediate
Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo See all classes by this school @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
Foundation Art for Beginners to Intermediate (BYOB) The perfect foundation art class. Develop basic skills and learn new techniques in painting, drawing and 3D art where you will learn: Color theory Application Mixing Texture Composition We encourage you to develop ideas based on personal subject matter close to your heart that will individualize your work and creative vision. Use materials such as pastels, charcoal, inks, acrylic paint...
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$80
Adult Summer Art Class: Oil Painting (BYOB) Saturdays
Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo See all classes by this school @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
In this relaxing BYOB beginner class, learn the basics of oil painting. Explore color, shape, tone, texture and relate all these elements through composition. Develop color mixing, brushwork skills- painting light and shadows to create volume, depth, texture and use special effects! Learn how to handle this exciting technique with confidence, and approach painting subjects with ease. Choose to work from personal subject matter as you explore your...
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$80
