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Fear-Free Beginners Drawing

Bring out your inner artist in this inspiring, judgment-free drawing class. Discover the joy of drawing as you build a variety of beginner techniques and express yourself through subjects like still life, realism, and portraiture. All levels are welcome in this fear-free artistic journey.

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  • 18 and older
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  • 243 W 72nd St , New York, NY

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  • Sun, Nov 15 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
  • Sun, Nov 22 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
  • Sun, Dec 06 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
  • Sun, Dec 13 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
  • Sun, Dec 20 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
  • Sun, Jan 03 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
  • Sun, Jan 10 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Notes No Class On: Dec 27, Nov 29
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  • Mon, Nov 16 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
  • Mon, Nov 23 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
  • Mon, Nov 30 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
  • Mon, Dec 07 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
  • Mon, Dec 14 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
  • Mon, Dec 21 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
  • Mon, Jan 04 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
  • Mon, Jan 11 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Notes No Class On: Dec 28
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  • Tue, Nov 17 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
  • Tue, Nov 24 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
  • Tue, Dec 01 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
  • Tue, Dec 08 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
  • Tue, Dec 15 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
  • Tue, Dec 22 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
  • Tue, Jan 05 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
  • Tue, Jan 12 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Notes No Class On: Dec 29
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  • Wed, Nov 18 at 7:30pm - 9:30pm
  • Wed, Nov 25 at 7:30pm - 9:30pm
  • Wed, Dec 02 at 7:30pm - 9:30pm
  • Wed, Dec 09 at 7:30pm - 9:30pm
  • Wed, Dec 16 at 7:30pm - 9:30pm
  • Wed, Dec 23 at 7:30pm - 9:30pm
  • Wed, Jan 06 at 7:30pm - 9:30pm
  • Wed, Jan 13 at 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Notes No Class On: Dec 30
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Class Description

Description

Join us for an inspiring, non-intimidating drawing course that will awaken and develop your artistic abilities. Convinced you cannot draw even a straight line? Think differently. Everyone has the capacity to draw, including you. We will guide you through every step of this supportive, pressure-free learning environment where artistic expression is celebrated, and criticism is replaced with constructive feedback. Drawing represents one of humanity's most fundamental and enduring forms of artistic expression; consider the powerful drawings that emerged from ancient cave dwellings.

Discover inspiration through diverse drawing subjects and artistic themes that will spark your creativity, such as:

  • still life compositions
  • realistic representation
  • abstract expression
  • human anatomical form
  • portrait studies
  • and many additional styles

Develop your artistic potential through comprehensive instruction in foundational drawing techniques, including:

  • professional charcoal and pencil application
  • advanced shading and tonal work
  • expressive and gestural line quality
  • diverse mark-making approaches
  • thoughtful composition design
  • contour drawing methodology
  • perspective and spatial dimension
  • and additional professional techniques

If you have never drawn before, this course is specifically designed for you. It also serves as an excellent progression for students who have completed our introductory Fear Free Drawing workshop. Begin your drawing journey here with confidence and enthusiasm. Both complete beginners and artists of all skill levels are welcome!

Develop your artistic voice through this fulfilling, relaxing drawing experience as you:

  • Receive personalized, expert instruction tailored specifically for beginning-level students.
  • Discover the fear-free drawing approach while exploring diverse subjects that inspire you, such as still life arrangements, realistic rendering, abstract thinking, landscape composition, portraiture, and additional subject matter.
  • Unlock your creative potential through comprehensive instruction in foundational techniques, including charcoal and pencil mastery, shading and tonal effects, expressive line work, varied mark-making approaches, composition strategies, contour drawing, quick sketch studies, perspective techniques, spatial depth, and additional professional methods.
  • Experience genuine accomplishment as you complete multiple drawings that showcase your developing skills.
  • Enjoy the measurable health and wellness benefits that drawing practice provides, such as increased confidence and self-esteem, anxiety and depression reduction, mental clarity and stress relief, and connection with a supportive artistic community.

Course Materials and Supplies:

Course tuition does not include materials.

Required materials:

  • Drawing paper tablet (choose your preferred size; 14" by 17" or larger is recommended)
  • Pencil set (included grades 4H, 2H, HB, 2B, 4B)
  • Eraser varieties (gum eraser and kneaded eraser)
  • Vine charcoal sticks

Refund Policy

Class tuition is neither refundable nor transferable. No refunds will be issued after registration and payment. In case of a Medically Certified illness, a credit will be issued after receipt of your physician’s documentation. The value of the credit will be for the balance of the remaining class sessions with an additional deduction of a $95 registration fee. Credit may be used up to 12 months.

If after your first class you are dissatisfied with the quality of your course, a written note must be submitted within 1 business day after your first class. After receiving your note, refund of class tuition will be reviewed by our staff. If a refund is granted, processing of refunds requires 8-10 weeks. A 5% nonrefundable processing fee will be applied.

Course Cancellations

Although course cancellation is quite rare, The school reserves the right to cancel classes or change instructor assignments and makes every effort to notify students in advance. If enrollment goals are not met, a course may be canceled up to 1 business day before the first scheduled class. In the event of cancellation, a refund or credit is granted. On occasion, a course start-date will be pushed back if enrollment goals are not met. In this instance, you will receive a credit for the price of the class that did not take place.

Please note that there will be NO exceptions to this under any circumstances.

Make-up Policy

Unfortunately, The school does not offer any makeups for classes missed. However, if the student wants to get the most from the course and the absence, they can tell the instructor when they will be absent and the instructor can provide some guidance on exercises to practice while away.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

Reviews of Classes at The Art Studio NY (679)

(4.4-star rating across 679 reviews)

This class: 4.8 out of 5 from 11 reviews

  • Fear-Free Beginners Drawing

    I really enjoyed this class; I had absolutely no idea what I was doing when I walked in, but I felt that the teachers did a great job of balancing teaching us skills and giving us opportunities to try them out!
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  • Fear-Free Beginners Drawing

    Peter was a fantastic teacher. I’m looking forward to taking more classes with him. The lessons have been invaluable and I feel really confident about my progress.
  • Fear-Free Beginners Drawing

    As someone who was anxious about taking a drawing class, I’m happy to say that quickly disappeared thanks to the inviting, supportive, and nonjudgmental atmosphere from day one! Thanks to Clem and then Tol (my apologies if I spelled her name wrong), and even Tyler who was both teacher and model for a day who all continued the wonderful atmosphere that was conducive to my style of learning. I even liked the jazz music in the background while we practiced! I’ve definitely improved my drawing skills and will continue practicing on my own. For any future classes, I’ll definitely consider The Art Studio NY! Thank you very much!
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  • Fear-Free Beginners Drawing

    Great class. Clem was patient and skilled as an instructor.
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  • Fear-Free Beginners Drawing

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  • Fear-Free Beginners Drawing

    I thoroughly enjoyed this class because I learned about diverse aspects of drawing -- shading, perspective, form, contrast -- in a profound and accessible way. Clare and Alexis are excellent instructors -- informative, compassionate and enthusiastic. They offer the kind of encouragement that makes us look forward to the next class. Thank you so much inspiring me to take more courses in drawing. I would love to take a course at the Met, and especially at the Cloisters, if you offer instruction in the venue. Warm wishes, Elizabeth Gorski New York City www.crosswordnation.com
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