Craft Workshops New York

SDNNYC: The Work Beneath the Work

**Wednesday, June 10th, 6:00-8:00 PM EDT** **Presentation** The Work Beneath the Work: On the enabling, connecting, and sense-making layer of service design **Event Description** There's a layer of design work that exists inside almost every organization, but rarely has a name. It's not design ops. It's not strategy, at least not in the way those disciplines are usually understood. It shows up in the conversations that shift how teams think, the workshops that don't produce a clean output but somehow move things forward, and the quiet act of connecting people who should have been talking months ago. This talk is about that work. Through examples and honest reflection on what it costs to do it: politically, emotionally, and organizationally, we'll explore how service designers often find themselves doing organizational change work without realizing it. And why naming that matters, both for the work itself and for the people doing it. The second half of the session is a conversation. We'll use the room's collective experience to sit with a simple question: What do you call the work that would fix that gap? **About Our Speaker** **Dhea Sekararum** Dhea Sekararum is a Service Designer and Design Strategist at Verizon, where she works inside a large design organization helping teams build the conditions for more coherent, customer-centered work. Her path into design began in clinical psychology and behavioral science, a lens she still brings to her thinking about organizations, people, and the gaps between them. She holds an MFA in Transdisciplinary Design from Parsons and has spent over 10 years working across UX research, digital product design, service design, and strategy in tech, travel, healthcare, logistics, and education in Southeast Asia, Latin America, and the US. She's drawn to the work that makes other work possible: the sense-making, the bridging, the slow organizational change that rarely gets a job title. **Agenda** * 6:00-6:30PM Meet & mingle over food and drink * 6:30-7:30PM Presentation & Demo * 7:30-8:00PM Discussion & Networking * 8:00PM - ? After-Party **Address** Intuit 51 Astor Place New York, NY 10003 **After-Party**: Cuna Bar The Standard 25 Cooper Sq **Financial Transparency & Scholarships** As a non-profit, we do our best to strike a balance between making our events available to all and ensuring we keep the lights on. For this event, we are charging $10. * If this amount is prohibitive for you to attend this event, please message [Barry](https://www.meetup.com/sdnnyc/members/267573171/) on Meetup and we’ll provide you a scholarship to this event. You can also email us at sdn.newyorkchapter@gmail.com as we may miss messages on this platform. * If you’d like to provide scholarships, please message [Barry](https://www.meetup.com/sdnnyc/members/267573171/) on Meetup and he will follow up with you. See you there :) David, Francesco, Yasmin, Cameron, Lynn, Nicholas, & Barry

Music Production Workshop

[Please RSVP](https://learn.soundcollective.com/courses/production-basics-free-workshop/) to ensure you will be able to participate in this free workshop. [Production Basics](https://learn.soundcollective.com/courses/production-basics-free-workshop/) is a free, hands-on 2-hour workshop that gives you a real introduction to making music from scratch. Hosted in our NYC studios, the session focuses on one core skill: building your first groove and loop. A professional producer walks you through how a beat actually comes together, from picking sounds to laying down patterns to shaping an idea into something that sounds like a track. ​This is built to give you an honest read on whether music production is a craft you want to pursue further. Small-group format with guided instruction and open practice time. No DAW experience or prerequisites required. However, [RSVP is required.](https://learn.soundcollective.com/courses/production-basics-free-workshop/)

CREATIVITY CONFERENCE 2026 - NYC

Check out this FREE EVENT. FREE LUNCH!! EVERYONE is first wait-listed, apparently due to past no shows, tickets distributed later. Or you can simply live stream for FREE. You must sign up in advance, get ALL the details on their site [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-creativity-conference-nyc-2026-registration-1984230078579?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-creativity-conference-nyc-2026-registration-1984230078579?aff=oddtdtcreator) Sounds like fun, a great way to network! Make sure to check in at [ALLCREATIVE NY](https://www.meetup.com/ALLCNY/) (https://www.meetup.com/ALLCNY/) and let your fellow AllCreative NY members know that you’re going. Don’t forget to tell your friends to join [ALLCREATIVE NY](https://www.meetup.com/ALLCNY/) (https://www.meetup.com/ALLCNY/) so they can stay up to date on “All Things Creative” in film, video and the arts.

Daniel's Comic Book Workshop

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

Splits Workshop

Splits Workshop is a beginner-friendly flexibility and mobility class focused on improving full-body range of motion while working toward front splits and middle splits. Each session includes a full-body warm-up, active flexibility training, strength-based mobility, and deep stretching for safe, sustainable progress. No experience required. Modifications are provided, and all levels are welcome. Address: 280 Broadway, Gibney Studios, Studio G [Sign Up Link](https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/3059373a)

Craft & Swap - Embroidery Workshop

# ​✨ Stitch, swap, sip, socialize. ✨ # ​Join us for Craft & Swap — a cozy creative social event where you can meet new people, learn freehand embroidery, and spend the day making art. Make sure to rsvp here to get location: [https://luma.com/ipzpsv8w](https://luma.com/ipzpsv8w) This is open to queer community members and allies who support a safe, inclusive atmosphere. ​No experience needed — all embroidery materials and beginner-friendly instruction are included. 🧵 ​Bring clothes to swap, customize, or revive while enjoying pastries, coffee, music, and a warm creative atmosphere. Whether you come to craft, thrift each other’s closets, or just romanticize your life for a day, this is a space to slow down and make something with your hands alongside other creative people. ​Included: * ​Freehand embroidery lesson + supplies * ​Belgian and Korean Pastries * ​Coffee and tea * ​Creative social mixer vibes * ​Music, crafting, and community ✨ ​Come solo or with friends — leave with new art, new clothes, and new connections. Make sure to rsvp here to get location: [https://luma.com/ipzpsv8w](https://luma.com/ipzpsv8w) # ​**Event Agenda:** ​11:00AM ​Doors open ​11:30AM ​We’ll begin with introductions, names, creative backgrounds, and a light icebreaker before the lesson begins. ​Our embroidery lesson will be led by Naomi — spotlighting calm, patient, female-led instruction with an in-person hands-on approach inspired by Belgian embroidery traditions and mindful crafting practices. ​We’re keeping the atmosphere stress-free and community-focused, with room for breaks, conversation, and crafting. ​1:00PM-4:00PM ​Clothing Swap! Swap your pre-loved clothes and socialize with other fashionistas. ​ # ​Community Guidelines ​This event is rooted in respect, creativity, consent, and community care. By attending, you agree to help maintain a welcoming and safer space for everyone regardless of gender identity, sexuality, race, ethnicity, religion, body type, disability, age, or background. ​Discrimination, harassment, racism, homophobia, transphobia, sexism, misogyny, ableism, intimidation, or non-consensual behavior will not be tolerated. Please respect personal boundaries, pronouns, belongings, and the shared environment. ​We encourage kindness, communication, and accountability. Event organizers reserve the right to remove anyone whose behavior negatively impacts the safety or comfort of others without refund or warning. ​Let’s create a space that feels expressive, collaborative, inclusive, and genuinely supportive for all attendees. ​Accessibility Notice: The space is a one-floor walk-up and unfortunately does not have elevator access. ​Please respect the privacy of the space and community. This is a private space, and we ask that attendees do not publicly share the address, post identifying details of the location, or invite unregistered guests without permission from organizers. # ​Photo & Video Consent ​By attending this event, you acknowledge that photos, videos, and other media may be captured throughout the experience for promotional, marketing, archival, and social media purposes by Athena Events and affiliated collaborators. Your presence at the event constitutes your consent to be photographed and recorded, and for your likeness, voice, and image to be used in future event promotion without compensation. ​We aim to maintain a respectful, consent-forward environment. If you do not wish to appear in photos or videos, please notify an event organizer upon arrival and we will do our best to accommodate you. # ​Assumption of Risk & Liability ​By attending this event, attendees acknowledge that participation is voluntary and assume responsibility for their own actions, belongings, and personal well-being during the event. Organizers will make reasonable efforts to maintain a respectful and safer environment, but cannot guarantee the actions or conduct of all attendees or the safety of personal property.

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

Mixing Basics Workshop

[Please RSVP](https://learn.soundcollective.com/courses/mixing-basics-free-workshop/) to ensure you will be able to participate in this free workshop. [Mixing Basics](https://learn.soundcollective.com/courses/mixing-basics-free-workshop/) is a free, hands-on 2-hour workshop that gives you a real introduction to what mixing actually involves. Hosted in our NYC studios, the session focuses on the most important skill a mixing engineer can have: learning to hear a mix critically. You'll sit at industry-standard gear, work through a focused exercise with a professional engineer, and walk out with a clear sense of what mixing is, what it asks of you, and what it takes to get good at it. ​This is built to give you an honest read on whether mixing is a craft you want to pursue further. No experience or prerequisites required. However, [RSVP is required.](https://learn.soundcollective.com/courses/mixing-basics-free-workshop/)

🧚🏼‍♀️ Girls Craft Day in East Village 🎨💐

💘 come meet new besties next sunday while painting or bedazzling something you'll take home!!! 💌 These craft evenings are in East Village at a cozy spot called literally... Bananas!! ✨ you will be able to choose and do four of the available craft stations: 🎨 paint your own iced coffee glass cup 💐 paint a vase 🧚🏻‍♀️ paint a wooden hairbrush 🌸 decorate claw clips 🪴 paint your plant pot 🎀 bedazzle mirrors 🐚 paint shell ring dishes all supplies included. no experience needed. 🌸 for three hours, we’re turning a space into a real life pinterest board, where girls who don’t know each other at 5pm somehow feel like best friends by the end of it 🤍 over 90% of girls attend alone... and it never stays that way for long!!

The Bayside Scrapbooking Meetup Group

Let's meet up at my house. Just bring your albums and supplies and we'll have uninterrupted time to enjoy our scrapbooking passion. All scrapbookers are welcome, regardless of your level.