Courses
Onsite Classes & Workshops
Onsite Classes & Workshops
The New York School of the Arts offers a broad spectrum of art workshops that consider the traditional, contemporary, and experimental approaches. Our goal is to experiment, explore and develop the artistic passion of our students and artists.
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Monday – Thursday, 9 AM – 5 PM
Friday and Saturday, 10 AM – 4 PM.
Academic Year 2026
SEPTEMBER 8, 2026 - MAY 22, 2027
FALL SESSION I:
Tuesday, September 8 - Monday, November 2, 2026
FALL BREAK:
Tuesday, November 3 - Saturday, November 8, 2026
FALL SESSION II:
Monday, November 9, 2026 - Saturday, January 23, 2027
THANKSGIVING BREAK:
November 23 - 28, 2026
WINTER BREAK:
December 21, 2026 - January 2, 2027
SPRING SESSION I:
Monday, January 25 - Saturday, March 20, 2027
SPRING BREAK:
March 22 - 27, 2025
SPRING SESSION II:
Monday, March 29 - Saturday, May 22, 2027
SUMMER SESSION I:
June 2027
SUMMER SESSION II
July 2027
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- Drawing
- Painting
- Watercolor
- Printmaking
- New Media
- Sculpture
- Mixed Media
Professor:
Taka Maruno
Projects in Printmaking
Discover the creative potential of printmaking, starting with Monotypes and Drypoint and moving to more complicated techniques of Color Viscosity inking techniques. You’ll learn to combine technical skill and expression into works of art. This workshop is ideal whether you’re a beginner who wants to understand the process of making a print or someone who wants to improve their technique.
School will provide some supplies.
8 Mondays & Tuesdays, 1pm - 4pm
Each Session: $450
FALL SESSION 1: Tuesday, September 8, 2026 - Monday, November 2, 2026
FALL SESSION 2: Monday, November 9, 2026 - Tuesday January 19, 2027
SPRING SESSION 1: Monday, January 25, 2027 - Tuesday, March 16, 2027
SPRING SESSION 2: Monday, March 29 - Tuesday, May 18, 2027
Professor:
Eric Michelson
Studio Art Essentials: Painting & Drawing
This class will impart fundamental techniques of both drawing and painting the human figure. Using a model, students will practice essential techniques of drawing, and those looking to to focus on painting techniques will receive individualized guidance from the instructor throughout the class.
8 Saturdays, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Each Session: $400
FALL SESSION 1: Saturday, September 12 - Saturday, October 31, 2026
FALL SESSION 2: Saturday, November 11 -Saturday, January 23, 2027
SPRING SESSION 1: Saturday, January 30 - Saturday, March 20, 2027
SPRING SESSION 2: Saturday, April 1 - Saturday, May 22, 2027
Professor:
Eric Michelson
Figure Painting/ Saturdays
Explore the rich variety of figure painting methods by looking at the underlying structure of the human form and means of achieving a vivid, varied surface that truly brings the form to life. Explore a rich variety of methods, including brushwork, knife techniques, glazing, and anatomy. Develop a critical eye by deemphasizing distracting details to construct a compelling image.
All levels welcome.
8 Saturdays, 10am - 1pm
Each Session: $400
FALL SESSION 1: Saturday, September 12 - Saturday, October 31, 2026
FALL SESSION 2: Saturday, November 11 -Saturday, January 23, 2027
SPRING SESSION 1: Saturday, January 30 - Saturday, March 20, 2027
SPRING SESSION 2: Saturday, April 1 - Saturday, May 22, 2027
Professor:
Mildor Chevalier
Advanced Abstract Painting
Participants will gain a deeper understanding about abstract painting and be able to develop their own visual vocabulary and concept. Throughout the course, we will discuss abstract art within different artistic movements and experiment with different media. Students will get insightful technical demonstrations and individual feedback as they develop their body of work. Participants will be able to selected their own media ( acrylic, oil, watercolor, mixed media)
Basic notion about abstract painting required.
8 Mondays, 7pm - 9pm
Each Session: $400
FALL SESSION 1: Monday, September 14, 2026 - Monday, November 2, 2026
FALL SESSION 2: Monday, November 9, 2026 - Monday, January 18, 2027
SPRING SESSION 1: Monday, January 25, 2027 - Monday, March 15, 2027
SPRING SESSION 2: Monday, March 29 - Monday, May 17, 2027
Professor:
Fay Sanders
World Building in Portrait Painting
In this course, students will work from their individual source material to create a portrait. This course is tailored to the individual regarding materials and personal sensibilities: students are encouraged to make work in whatever style they choose. Through slide presentations, discussions, work periods, group and individual critiques, we will develop the ability to describe the visual world in multiple modes.
All levels are welcome.
8 Thursdays, 6pm - 9pm
Each Session: $400
FFALL SESSION 1: Thursday, September 10 - Thursday, October 29, 2026
FALL SESSION 2: Thursday, November 12 - Thursday, January 21, 2027
SPRING SESSION 1: Thursday, January 28 - Thursday, March 18, 2027
SPRING SESSION 2: Thursday, April 1 - Thursday, May, 20, 2027
Professor:
Mildor Chevalier
Introduction to Abstract Painting
In this course you will explore the process of abstract painting with insightful demonstration and experiment with different techniques.Throughout the session, you will learn the different properties of acrylic paint and its mediums. Colors, composition, textures and layers will be examined. Basic color mixing skill is required.Instructor: Mildor Chevalier
8 Mondays, 4pm - 7pm
Each Session: $400
FALL SESSION 1: Monday, September 14, 2026 - Monday, November 2, 2026
FALL SESSION 2: Monday, November 9, 2026 - Monday, January 18, 2027
SPRING SESSION 1: Monday, January 25, 2027 - Monday, March 15, 2027
SPRING SESSION 2: Monday, March 29 - Monday, May 17, 2027