Art Workshops New York

Plein-air Painting at Elizabeth Street Garden- Session 1/3

*\*\*Please read the Community Code on the Group Description page before you RSVP\*\** *****What to Expect***: **We'll spend around 3-4 hours outdoors in the city, making art and enjoying each other's company. After the painting session, we will go to a nearby cafe/restaurant to further connect. Expect a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere where you can unleash your creativity and connect with fellow artists. ***This session is Part 1 of a three-part series at this location. Returning participants can develop more finished work, scale up to a larger canvas, or explore different motifs across sessions.*** *****Elizabeth Street Garden** (ESG)*** in Manhattan’s Nolita neighborhood is a community garden that has become a symbol of resistance against urban development. The park, which occupies a 20,000-square-foot lot between Prince and Spring Streets, was established in the 1990s by a local business owner, Allan Reiver, who leased the land from the city and filled it with sculptures and greenery. Over time, it became a beloved green space for residents. For a detailed account of the garden's history and its current status, please visit elizabethstreetgarden.com ** ***Agenda***** ** 2:00 PM - 2:10 P**M: We'll gather under the entrance of the Garden, then explore the park and nearby streets for the next 15-20 minutes to find the perfect spot for our easels this afternoon ** 2:30 PM : 4:30 PM **Painting session ** 4:30- 5:00PM **\- Regroup and Show and Tell\**. *(times are tentative, exact times will be announced during the event*** If you are new, Introduce yourself and your art practice, with the group, share your work(optional), sources of inspiration, and thoughts on the overall experience ** After 5 PM **we'll head out of the garden and get some grub at a nearby place We encourage you to stay as this is the part that helps us truly connect and foster a meaningful connection with each other ** ***What to Bring***** 1\. Something to paint with \- your preferred painting mediums\, oil paints\, watercolors\, acrylics\, gouache\, ink\, pastel\, markers etc Brushes, pens and or pencil 2\. Something to paint on \- linen\, canvas\, paper\, sketchbook etc 3\. Easels/pochade box \(optional Beginners can join in with just a sketchbook or an iPad 4\. Dress comfortably for outdoor painting and walking\, bring a hat\, sunscreen\, a water bottle and bug spray\ *\*If you are new to the group shoot a text and I'll keep an eye out for you. Insiya- 7062864715\* \**If you are getting late, let us know promptl*y\ - \*We snap pics for social media. If you’re not cool with that, just give us a heads-up!\* \**The event might be cancelled or modified in case of extreme weather conditions* Hope to see you on this adventure! cheers

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After-Hours Pastel Painting Workshop @ AKC Museum of the Dog

Tickets: $55.80 ( incl. $5.80 fees ) (advance registration required) Click the link below to register for this event: [https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1988643390915](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1988643390915) Calling all dog-lovers: this is your time, it’s finally happening. An entire museum has been created in honor of your very best — and furriest — friends, and is ready to invite you to express your creative drawing skills to paint one very photogenic dog model, or a picture of your best bud. Join [New York Adventure Club](https://nyadventureclub.com/) for an exclusive after-hours pastel painting workshop at the American Kennel Club (AKC) [Museum of the Dog](https://www.akc.org/museum-of-the-dog/) — now back in NYC after residing in St. Louis for 30 years, this one-of-a-kind museum showcases one of the largest repositories of canine-related art in the world. Led by award-winning artist Karen Miura and her dog, Lucy, our artistic experience will include: • Private access to the AKC Museum after the doors close to the public • A chance to browse the museum’s collection that commemorates, signifies, and celebrates the human-canine relationship through fine art and artifacts, and dynamic exhibits and activities • A step-by-step demonstration with Karen on pastel painting dogs — bring a photo of your pet, or use Lucy as your muse! • Opportunities afterward to play with Lucy and socialize with other canine-loving adventurers All painting supplies will be provided, and all art can be taken home! As a special bonus, doggy goodie bags will be handed out afterward, courtesy of pet food company I and love and you ([https://www.iandloveandyou.com/our-brand/our-ily-family/) and veterinarian start-up BondVet (https://bondvet.com/](https://www.iandloveandyou.com/our-brand/our-ily-family/) and veterinarian start-up BondVet (https://bondvet.com/))! Click here to see pictures from one of our last pastel painting workshops! ([https://www.nyadventureclub.com/gallery/29981050](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/gallery/29981050)) See you there! \*For guests who want to paint a picture of their pet, please bring a 5x7 or 6x8 Head Shot of your pet, along with a black and white photocopy of that photo \*\*Pets are not allowed inside the museum \*\*\*All interested are welcome, no painting experience is required About Karen [Karen Miura](http://karenmiura.com/) is an award-winning artist and animal communicator from Dutchess County, New York, who discovered her affinity for animals and love of art at a very early age. Karen’s concurrent work as an animal communicator grants her a deeper comprehension of her animal subjects. Follow Karen on Instagram at @artistkarenmiura. Her dog, Lucy, is an extremely talented and well-behaved dog, who has her very own Instagram page! Follow her family adventures @lucydogadventures! Categories: Arts, Social

Visual, Composition & Storytelling: Jun 13- 27, Sat. 12:30 -3:00 PM. In-person.

[Visual Composition & Storytelling Classes (3 sessions): Jun 13-Jun 27, Saturdays 12:30 PM-3:00 PM. In-person: Outdoors](https://www.photomanhattan.com/product-p/co-dp3.i-01.1.htm "Visual Composition & Storytelling Classes (3 sessions): Jun 13-Jun 27, Saturdays 12:30 PM-3:00 PM. In-person: Outdoors, CO-DP3.i-01.1") https://www.photomanhattan.com/product-p/co-dp3.i-01.1.htm \* Meetup RSVPs don't reflect the number of attendees as most Registrations come from our site: https://www.photomanhattan.com **This workshop is fully Outdoors.** Except, in specific instances such as rain / drizzle, it will be partially indoors or rescheduled. **Meeting location will be in Union Square Park or the Highline (at 14th street).** **👁️ VISUAL COMPOSITION & STORYTELLING:** The Art of Seeing Light and Design This is where your creative photography takes over. Master composition rules (Rule of Thirds, Leading Lines) and learn how to break them to forge your own artistic style. Focus on visual design elements like perspective, color theory, and dynamic framing. **What You Will Master:** \* **Compositional Rules**: Master essential composition techniques, including the **Rule of Thirds**, **Leading Lines**, **Symmetry**, and **Negative Space**. \* **Design Elements**: Focus on visual design elements such as **perspective**, **color theory**, **dynamic framing**, **pattern**, and **texture** to make every image captivating. \* **Creative Vision**: Develop your individual style and learn to identify and execute complex concepts that transform a snapshot into a compelling piece of visual storytelling. \* **Hands-On Practice**: In-class assignments and critiques focused on developing and refining your unique creative vision. This course marks the shift from simply operating a camera to truly creating art. Master the foundational rules of composition and learn when and how to break them to forge your own unique artistic style. Learn to communicate complex ideas and emotions through the frame. **Requirements & Notes:** \* **Requirements**: Any camera (DSLR, Mirrorless, or advanced Point & Shoot). \* **Assumed Knowledge**: Basic familiarity with camera operation.

Artwork Out Session at the Park

Come find us in Madison Square Park this Sunday! We’re popping up for a surprise Artwork Out to pair with the park’s circus roots 🎪✨ We will be rolling out a creative picnic, hanging out on the grass, and stretching our creative muscles as we try an art activity inspired by Janet Morgan's tile art called "The Circus Comes to Town." While you create, learn about Madison Square Park's history of circus tents and meet other creatives. We will be there from noon to 3PM... so catch us if you can! Look for us on the lawn (we’ll have our sketchbooks and orange clipboards out). No tickets needed, just swing by and join the fun. What to expect: 📋 a playful art template inspired by the circus 👏🏽 a welcoming community of makers of all skill levels 🖍️ limited art supplies like pens and markers What to bring: 🧺 a blanket or something comfy to sit on 🥪 snacks 🌈 your imagination ✏️ any art supplies you love using \~\~\~\~\~\~ Learn more about this art project at [bit.ly/artwork_out](http://bit.ly/artwork_out) If you have any questions the day of the event DM us on Instagram @StretchoftheImagination

WABI-SABI 2026 -1st NYC Opening Party (Japanese Contemporary Artists Team)

Immerse yourself in Japanese aesthetics and contemporary creativity at WABI-SABI — the 1st NYC Opening Party in Chelsea. ### **Join us for an opening night!** ### **where art is not only seen—it is shared, felt, and created together.** **Japan is not simply represented here. It is experienced.** **This is WABI-SABI.** **Don't miss your opportunity to check out a living, immersive celebration of Japanese aesthetics, contemporary art, and cultural connection in the heart of New York City.** Free ticket: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wabi-sabi-2026-1st-nyc-opening-party-japanese-contemporary-artists-team-tickets-1989832663060 #### **1st Opening Party: Jun 4 (Thurs), 5:30 pm-7:30 pm** Celebrating its **10th anniversary, the JCAT NY Chelsea Exhibition 2026** transforms Chelsea into an interactive experience featuring over 80 artists and 100+ works inspired by the beauty of imperfection, silence, emptiness, and time. Enjoy live artist performances, artist talks, workshops, and hands-on experiences using Japan’s award-winning creative tool “Kitpas.” **Guests are invited not only to observe art, but to become part of it.** This year also marks a new direction: **“From Preservation to Regeneration.”** Traditional Japanese craftsmanship—including **Arita porcelain, Nabeno handmade washi paper, Mizuhiki knotting, Nishijin textiles, Minoware ceramics, Toyohashi brushes, and Indigo dyeing**—is reimagined through contemporary art, transforming tradition into a living language for the future. More than an exhibition, **WABI-SABI** is a place where art connects people, cultures, generations, and ideas beyond borders. **This is the future of cultural connection through art.**

Helen Frankenthaler Art Experience

This is part of **Abstractions**: a series of art experiences in NYC exploring abstraction theory and methods of iconic artists. **Helen Frankenthaler Art Experience** An exploration of Frankenthaler’s landscape abstractions and soak-stain method. **You will:** 1. Learn about Frankenthaler's career and artwork. 2. Examine her method and technique. 3. Exercise automatic gesturing and memory abstraction. 4. Practice soak-staining. 5. Develop your style & technique 6. Create an original abstract painting. 7. View Frankenthaler's work at Gagosian Gallery and experience New York's vibrant art scene. [Helen Frankenthaler: The Moment and the Distance (April 20 - July 2, 2026)](https://gagosian.com/exhibitions/2026/helen-frankenthaler-the-moment-and-the-distance/?referrer=luma) **Music:** As a tribute to Frankenthaler, we've created a New York-based musical timeline, beginning in her era and moving through the decades. **Registration:** 1\. Sign up and pay on our registration page [here.](https://eastvillageworkshop.com/helen-frankenthaler-career) 2\. RSVP in Partiful [here.](https://partiful.com/e/uJdEX2ITynAn3EKIkEBk?c=18z5vK0r) 3\. You will receive a confirmation email\. 4\. Partiful will handle the rest\! Sign up now and get 50% off! Just $25 for an art experience you'll never forget! \*Full refunds are available up to 48 hours before the event. Who is Helen Frankenthaler? Go to the registration page for a free interactive documentary and find out! Contact: hello@eastvillageworkshop.com ###

Paint + Sip: Mini Abstract Paintings with Anuradha X 🎨

**Paint + Sip: Mini Abstract Paintings** **with Anuradha X** ​Unclutter your mind, slow down, and tap into your inner world through the freedom of abstract art. Led by Brooklyn-based abstract artist [Anuradha](https://www.instagram.com/anuradhaxart/?utm_source=luma) X, this workshop invites you to explore the power of creative intuition, where there are no rules—only pure self-expression. Whether you are a seasoned creator or picking up a brush for the first time, this experience is designed to help you play, experiment, and channel your feelings onto a miniature canvas. **[Please buy a ticket to the event on luma here.](https://luma.com/z5qd9fb3)** ​Supplies provided and include acrylic paints, paintbrushes, postcards, and options for mixed media with glue and glitter. ​Upgrade your experience with foil postcards or 2x2 mini canvases, perfect for creating a pocket-sized masterpiece. ​Please buy food and/or drinks to support the venue ☕️🍵 Ticket does not include a drink. Cordelia offers a[ great menu](https://www.cordeliabrooklyn.com/menuwine?utm_source=luma) of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. ​ ​​​⏰ **Schedule** **2-2:15pm -** Introductions & Settling In **​2:15-2:30pm -** Guided Painting Session **​2:30-3:30pm -** Open Studio and Creative Flow **​3:30-3:45pm -** Wrap up ​ ​**Location** ​Our art workshop will be at [Cordelia](https://www.cordeliabrooklyn.com/?utm_source=luma), a cozy bookstore cafe/wine bar in Crown Heights, with food and drinks offered. We'll be in the back room! **[Please buy a ticket to the event on luma here.](https://luma.com/z5qd9fb3)**

NYC Drawing the Dance, June 6, Sat, 2:30 pm. $20/@25 atd

The NYC Drawing the Dance workshop is organized by Creative Performances [@creativeperformances](https://www.instagram.com/creativeperformances/ "https://www.instagram.com/creativeperformances/") To attend, get tickets here: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nyc-drawing-the-dance-workshop-in-person-june-6-sat-230-pm-tickets-1990237782784](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nyc-drawing-the-dance-workshop-in-person-june-6-sat-230-pm-tickets-1990237782784) Our next NYC Drawing the Dance Workshop is as follows: **Dancer/Model: Anna EDGAR Paterson**: [@edgar_allcaps](https://www.instagram.com/edgar_allcaps/ "https://www.instagram.com/edgar_allcaps/") and [@anna.paterson](https://www.instagram.com/anna.paterson/ "https://www.instagram.com/anna.paterson/") Anna EDGAR Paterson is an interdisciplinary dance/drag artist, educator, and choreographer. A recent MFA grad in Dance from Florida State University, they create performance environments that blend contemporary dance, drag, theater, and visual design to explore identity, power, and belonging. Her choreography often centers queer perspectives, using humor and absurdity as tools to critique nationalism and capitalism. **Theme: PRIDE MONTH!** **Duration:** Approx. 2hrs workshop with a 10 to 15 minutes break for costume change. Each half is around 30 to 40 min long interwoven with multiple poses and dance sections. **What to expect:** In the first half, we start with dance movements and short poses of 30 sec & 1 min for warm up and then we move on to 3min, 5min, 8min poses while dancing slowly in between holding the poses. In the second half we have 5 min,10 min and 15 minutes poses adding dance segments in between poses. Dancer dancers very very slowly for the artists to try drawing the dance movements. **In-Person Tickets in advance: $20. At the door $25.** In-Person attendees please arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop time. VOD ticket is $10. The workshop video will be shared for a period of 2 weeks after the workshop. You can view photos and artworks from prior workshops at our Instagram account. Please follow us: [@nycdrawingthedance](https://www.instagram.com/nycdrawingthedance "https://www.instagram.com/nycdrawingthedance") If you want to sign up to receive the 'video on demand', please click on this link: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1990238898120/](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1990238898120/) . \*\* We have added a 'Donation' option as well, should you want to support the organization in addition to the ticket price. We appreciate your support! **BRING ALL YOUR OWN MATERIALS**, drawing boards, portable easels, or draw on pads on your laps, etc. No glitters, please. Be mindful of your belongings. The organizer or the venue are not responsible for lost or stolen items. Each artist keeps their own drawings/paintings. The dancers and/or the organizers may request the artists for a photo of the art work. It will be at the artists' discretion whether they want to share the photos of their art or not. And lastly, there won't be any instruction or any instructor present to give you directions. We expect the attending artists to have prior knowledge of drawing and painting to try these workshops for a new experience. Any question? Please email to [creativeperformances.nyc@gmail.com](creativeperformances.nyc@gmail.com)

New York Sanda Club's Open Mat

This meetup is hosted by the New York Sanda Club ([https://www.instagram.com/nysandaclub/](https://www.instagram.com/nysandaclub/)) Level up your stand up fighting, make new martial art friends, and experience a new stage of competition in future tournaments (should you wish to) The focus of this event is **Sanda** [Sanda is a dynamic stand-up combat sport that brings martial artists together under one exciting ruleset. No fluff. No fantasy. ](https://www.instagram.com/p/DTvIxofACnr/?img_index=1) [You can strike. You can clinch. You can throw. You can go for ring-outs.](https://www.instagram.com/p/DTvIxofACnr/?img_index=1) [This is pressure-tested fighting, born in China, sharpened internationally in competition, and still one of the most slept-on combat sports out there.](https://www.instagram.com/p/DTvIxofACnr/?img_index=1) Gloves, and Shinguards are ideal to bring, but we have lots of extras for anyone to use! This meetup will take place in Astoria's International Training Center [https://maps.app.goo.gl/3z1qtKHbW5bMdySj6](https://maps.app.goo.gl/3z1qtKHbW5bMdySj6) DM the New York Sanda Club for any questions. All martial arts and all levels welcome!!!!

Paint In Central Park - A Bucket List Event

Get tickets at: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/878650696887](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/878650696887) You're invited to this fun, creative, social, and fun event! We will be painting in Central Park under the guidance of a master artist! Please bring something to sit on (towel is fine). IMPORTANT NOTE: CLICKING THE "RSVP AND PAY ORGANIZER DIRECTLY BUTTON" ON MEETUP DOES NOT GET YOU A TICKET/SPOT. YOU HAVE TO CLICK THE LINK TO THE EVENTBRITE PAGE AND PURCHASE A TICKET THERE. PRICE GOES UP AS EVENT TIME APPROACHES AND MAY SELL OUT SO GET YOUR TICKET ON EVENTBRITE ASAP. Included: a pre-sketched canvas, unlimited painting materials (brushes, acrylic paints etc.) and a take home bag. We do not give out smocks so please dress appropriately. Come on out, make new friends and paint a great canvas under the guidance of a master artist! Bring your own food and/or wine or whatever cocktails you'd like. This is a BYOB so bring your drinks & snacks - have yourself a picnic while getting instruction for painting! If you are bringing certain types of "drinks", please be discreet in Central Park 🙂 *DIRECTIONS TO FIND THE GROUP:* *We are located in a cul-de-sac at PINETUM EAST. We will be behind this row of benches (right under the trees). If you are coming from the east side you can find us by entering Central Park on East 84th street. Walk up the ramp, cross over the road and head west. If you are traveling from the west side we are east of the basketball courts. We will email you with more precise instructions after you sign up.* What to expect: • Step-by-step, group-oriented painting instruction, which is designed to simultaneously entertain and enlighten our members. • We'll have a professional artist guide you through a featured painting that is yours to keep and proudly display. And don’t worry — no experience is necessary. • 2 hour course lead that teaches you the art of mixing colors, blending and painting techniques. • All supplies provided - 12x16 pre-sketched canvas, unlimited acrylic paint (water based), brushes, and aprons. This is going to be a fun time!!!!!! FAQs: What if it rains? We will email attendees a rain date. How many are attending? Up to 20 people. Can I still attend If I don't know how to paint? Yes, there's no experience necessary. Can I come alone? Yes, about 80% come on their own. Is this age specific? No, all are welcome. THIS IS A MULTI-MEETUP GROUP EVENT. 15 OTHER GROUPS HAVE ALSO BEEN INVITED SO WE'LL BE SURE TO HAVE A GOOD SIZE TURNOUT. THE RSVP LIST ON MEETUP REFLECTS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF ATTENDEES. ***\*\*\*\* SEE MORE UPCOMING NYC AREA EVENTS AT [WWW.FRIENDZYEVENTS.COM](http://www.friendzyevents.com) \*\*\*\**** Get tickets at: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/878650696887](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/878650696887)

Make Art and Crafts together

Artists and creatives of all skill levels are welcome, including aspiring creatives who are just starting out and professionals. Bring your drawing supplies or whatever creative project you're working on. Digital media like iPad sketching is ideal since the lighting might be a bit dim.