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The Art Studio NY

The Art Studio NY is New York City's top art school for all ages and levels, offering one-of-a-kind art classes that explore authentic self-expression, creativity, and artistic technique. With expert instructors who focus on individualized instruction, they create a nurturing and inspiring environment for students to truly express their artistic abilities.

The Art Studio NY

Upcoming Classes at The Art Studio NY

  • Meditative Beginners Art Journaling

    Unlock your creative expression and tap into meditative states through art journaling. Explore a wide variety of techniques and materials as you create meaningful artwork that expresses your unique voice and perspectives. Join our fear-free, relaxing, and self-expressive online class for all levels, including total beginners.

    Next start date: Tuesday, Apr 2nd, 4:30–5:45pm Eastern Time
    Price: $65
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  • Beginners Watercolor Painting

    Ignite your inner artist with inspiring watercolor painting classes at NYC's #1-rated art studio. Learn a wide variety of techniques and explore landscape, still life, and abstraction. No experience necessary - this course is perfect for beginners!

    Next start date: Saturday, Apr 6th, 3:45–5pm Eastern Time
    Price: $75
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  • Fear-Free Beginners Drawing 101

    Unlock your inner artist and discover the joy of drawing in this inspiring and non-judgmental beginner drawing class at The Art Studio NY. Learn a variety of techniques, from charcoal and pencil use to shading and composition, as you create and finish many drawings to feel proud of. Join our supportive art community and experience the lasting health benefits of drawing!

    Next start date: Monday, Apr 8th, 6–7pm Eastern Time
    Price: $79
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  • Beginners Art Journaling

    Unlock your inner creativity and express yourself fearlessly through a variety of artistic techniques in this online art journaling class. Join a supportive community and discover the joy of creating meaningful artwork from the comfort of your home.

    Next start date: Sunday, Apr 7th, 4–5:15pm Eastern Time
    Price: $249
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  • After School Online Weekly Art: Creative Painting, Drawing & Self Expression (Ages 5-8)

    Unleash your child's creativity through online art classes that are fun, engaging, and educational. Join us at The Art Studio NY for an interactive experience where young artists can express themselves through painting, drawing, and more. No repetition, just brand-new art projects in every class.

    Next start date: Wednesday, Apr 3rd, 5–5:50pm Eastern Time
    Price: $279
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  • Dare to Draw, Paint & Create: Advanced Art Class for All Mediums

    Unleash your artistic potential and express yourself through painting in this inspiring online art class. Develop your unique style, master advanced techniques, and create stunning artwork that you will be proud to display. Join a supportive community of fellow artists and receive personalized feedback to enhance your skills.

    Next start date: Thursday, Apr 4th, 6:30–8:30pm Eastern Time
    Price: $399
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  • Fear-Free Drawing: Beginners Portrait Drawing

    Learn how to draw stunning portraits in this supportive and stress-relieving online class. Discover the fundamental techniques and tools needed to create masterpieces, even if you think you have no artistic talent. Join a community of artists and immerse yourself in the transformative power of drawing.

    Next start date: Saturday, Apr 6th, 2:30–3:30pm Eastern Time
    Price: $75
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  • Comics, Cartooning and Manga Portraits, Figures and Animals Art (Ages 11+)

    Calling all young artists! Unleash your creativity and learn to draw your favorite comics, cartoons, and manga characters at NYC's top-rated art studio. Join us for a fun-filled, fear-free art class where you'll explore various techniques, develop your unique style, and create your very own comic strips and characters. No experience is necessary, all art supplies are included.

    Next start date: Thursday, Mar 28th, 6–6:50pm Eastern Time
    Price: $319
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  • After School Online Weekly Portfolio Drawing: How to Draw Portraits and Figures (Teen Ages 12+)

    Calling all teen artists! Join NYC's #1-rated art studio for an engaging and fun drawing class that teaches our fear-free method of drawing portraits and figures. Develop your artistic skills and express yourself authentically through life drawing. Limited spots are available, so sign up now!

    Next start date: Saturday, Apr 6th, 1–2pm Eastern Time
    Price: $219
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  • Dare to Paint: Advanced Oil & Acrylic Painting

    Discover your authentic artistic voice and explore advanced oil and acrylic painting techniques in this inspiring online class. Express yourself through painting and deepen your artistic journey with expert instruction and personalized feedback. Join a community of fellow artists and unleash your creativity in this popular fear-free NYC painting class.

    Next start date: Wednesday, Apr 3rd, 11am–1pm Eastern Time
    Price: $449
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  • After School Online Weekly Portfolio Drawing: How to Draw Portraits and Figures Part 1 (Ages 9-12)

    Unlock your child's artistic talent with an engaging and fun online drawing class! Join NYC's #1-rated art studio for step-by-step instruction, personalized guidance, and exciting group discussions. Your child will learn how to draw portraits, figures, and more while building a portfolio they'll be proud of.

    Next start date: Wednesday, Apr 3rd, 4:30–5:20pm Eastern Time
    Price: $299
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  • Fear-Free Beginners Acrylic Painting

    Unleash your inner artist and discover the joy of acrylic painting at The Art Studio NY. Learn techniques, express yourself, and create beautiful artwork in a nurturing and non-judgmental environment. Escape the every day and find your weekly oasis in this fear-free painting class.

    Next start date: Monday, Apr 1st, 7:30–9pm Eastern Time
    Price: $274
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  • Beginners Pastel Painting

    Explore the world of soft pastel painting and nurture your creativity with inspiring art lessons for all ages and levels. Discover endless techniques, from color blending to expressive mark making, in a supportive online art class. Tap into your inner artist and join a community of like-minded individuals in this engaging LIVE experience.

    Next start date: Monday, Apr 8th, 8:15–9:15pm Eastern Time
    Price: $75
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  • Intermediate Watercolor Painting

    Deepen your practice of watercolor painting and express your creativity in this inspiring online class. Learn from top-notch professionals and connect with a supportive community of artists worldwide. Discover a wide variety of techniques and styles to enhance your skills and increase your artistic confidence.

    Next start date: Monday, Apr 8th, 1–2:30pm Eastern Time
    Price: $274
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  • Fear-Free Beginners Drawing: All Levels

    Unlock your inner artist in this inspiring drawing class at The Art Studio NY. Learn to express yourself through drawing in a fear-free and non-judgmental environment, guided by expert instructors. No experience is necessary - all levels are welcome!

    Next start date: Sunday, Jun 2nd, 2:30–3:45pm Eastern Time
    Price: $149
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  • Creative Self-Expression for Beginners: Painting and Mixed Media Art

    Take your artistic practice to new heights in this intermediate-level art class at The Art Studio NY. Discover new techniques and materials as you create personalized, mixed-media artwork that reflects your unique style and perspective. Receive expert guidance and support from professional artists in a non-judgmental and encouraging environment.

    Next start date: Tuesday, Apr 2nd, 11:30am–12:45pm Eastern Time
    Price: $269
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  • Fear-Free Drawing: Beginner's Portrait & Figure Drawing

    Unlock your artistic potential with an online art class from The Art Studio NY. Join our skilled instructors as they guide you through the basics of portrait and figure drawing, helping you conquer your fears and create stunning art from the comfort of your own home. Materials not included.

    Next start date: Tuesday, May 21st, 7:30–9pm Eastern Time
    Price: $219
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  • Beginners Comics and Cartooning Drawing

    Unleash your inner artist and express yourself creatively with engaging and inspiring comics, cartoons, and manga drawing classes. Learn fundamental techniques, unlock your unique artistic voice, and receive expert instruction from professional artists at The Art Studio NY. Join us for an interactive and fun art class that will boost your confidence and help you tap into your creativity.

    Next start date: Wednesday, May 22nd, 7–8pm Eastern Time
    Price: $149
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  • Abstract Acrylic Painting Class: Color, Texture and Self-Expression

    Unleash your creativity and explore the world of acrylic painting with expert guidance in a nurturing environment. Discover the joy of self-expression through color, texture, and artistic techniques in a supportive community of like-minded individuals. Embrace the therapeutic benefits of art while honing your skills and unleashing your inner artist.

    Next start date: Sunday, Jun 2nd, 12:30–2pm Eastern Time
    Price: $199
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145 W 96th St Ste #1B, New York, NY 10025
The Art Studio NY
Upper West Side, Manhattan
145 W 96th St Ste #1B
Btwn Amsterdam & Columbus Avenues
New York, New York 10025

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Let go of daily stresses and express yourself authentically as you let our expert art instructors nurture you with the warmth, inspiration and care that we're famous for. Come and express yourself from the heART at New York City's #1 art school for all ages and levels, The Art Studio NY! Art Classes in NYC that are guaranteed to transform you both on and off the canvas. In our popular Manhattan art classes, enjoy our one-of-a-kind art classes as you explore authentic self-expression, creativity and artistic technique.

Who are our art classes in New York City for?

YOU! Ages 2-102. Every level welcome, including absolute beginners.

Our inspiring art classes in Manhattan are catered and created just for YOU. Your needs and interests are our #1 priority. We nurture every student in our New York City art classes with individualized, encouraging one-on-one art instruction. All of our NYC art classes are purposely kept small. We love showering our students with inspiration and a lot of personal attention in every art class! We custom-create our art classes in NYC to fit your needs.

We're not your average art school.

Every New York City art class that we offer is uniquely created for you with true warmth and care. We welcome every age and artistic level in our New York City art classes, and we specialize in Manhattan art classes for total beginners. Everyone needs to express themselves. Our expert creative art class team specializes in drawing out the artist from within you. Our mission is for you to relax, be your true self, feel inspired and genuinely express yourself in our caring, encouraging creative art sanctuary! We care about every single person who walks through our art studio doors, and we treat our students like family. YOU ARE DEEPLY IMPORTANT TO US. From the day we opened in 2004, the media (NBC, ABC, E!, The Village Voice, Manhattan Magazine, The Boston Globe, Dallas Morning News, and more...) has raved about our uniquely uplifting NYC art classes. We have been rated the best art classes in New York City year after year.

Through every one of our art classes on the Upper West Side and throughout Manhattan, you will leave happier and more fulfilled than when you arrived... and you will have beautiful artwork in hand to display on your walls as a symbol of how creative you truly are!


Reviews of The Art Studio NY

(4.4-star rating across 631 reviews)
  • Beginners Watercolor Painting

    Reviewed by Rick B. on 3/17/2024
    Thought teacher covered the basics of painting in watercolors extremely well. She always touched base with the class on their progress and very open to our questions
  • Beginners Watercolor Painting

    Reviewed by Judy B. on 3/17/2024
    Loved the class and Anna the instructor. Well worth the money. My husband and I enjoyed the time together and learning the basic techniques.
  • Beginners Watercolor Painting

    Anonymous review on 2/11/2024
    I really liked Anna as a teacher. She explains things clearly and is very supportive. The one thing that I would have liked to have had on the first day was information about whether she was going to be mostly talking or whether we needed to have paint ready. I wasn’t prepared properly that day since I didn’t know what to expect. I would take more classes with her.
  • Fear-Free Beginners Drawing 101

    Reviewed by Patricia W. on 2/11/2024
    Love the teacher. Great explanations of basics.
  • Beginners Comics and Cartooning Drawing

    Anonymous review on 1/12/2024
    One of the classed changed locations but no information was sent out initially, the instructor changed almost every class and access to missed classes is not easily attainable or offered. Overall I enjoyed it and have signed up for another class.
  • Intermediate Watercolor Painting

    Reviewed by Helene H. on 1/9/2024
    The instructor was a delight and the class was great!
  • Beginners Intro to Mixed Media, Painting & Collage Art

    Anonymous review on 12/17/2023
    The instructor was a good communicator and instructor. Enjoyed it very much and pleased with my project. I would take another online class
  • Fear-Free Beginners Drawing 101

    Reviewed by Janine C. on 12/17/2023
    It was ok. I found myself getting tired listening.. I’m not sure what I think about it
  • Fear-Free Beginners Drawing 101

    Reviewed by Romain G. on 11/22/2023
    Very useful class for someone with no experience like me. The teacher was really nice and patient!
  • Beginners Drawing: How to Draw a Portrait

    Reviewed by Sandy A. on 11/19/2023
    Anna was great! She did such a wonderful job showing us exactly how to draw a portrait by using the Loomis grid method. She explained everything so easily. She took time to answer any questions and to allow us to show our work at the end. She was so positive when critiquing our work. I look forward to future classes with Anna Levy.
  • Beginners Drawing at the MET Museum

    Reviewed by Zach T. on 11/10/2023
    I really enjoyed this class. After the last class, when I was walking through the Degas/Manet exhibit with some classmates, we talked about how the class had changed how we could look at the artwork. I feel like I improved as an artist over the class, and I enjoyed how many topics we covered. Liam did a great job as an instructor--he was very supportive and encouraging, and I really appreciated that.
  • Beginners Watercolor Painting

    Reviewed by Ronnie L. on 11/1/2023
    I learned more from Elizabeth in this class than in three years of other classes. I’m also enjoying my own work so much more.
  • Meditative Beginners Art Journaling

    Reviewed by Maya M. on 9/6/2023
    I had the most wonderful time in this class. Low commitment, high reward. Elizabeth is an amazing teacher and made the whole experience easy and positive. I was skeptical when I signed up for this class because it was virtual but I don’t think that had any negative affect! Would (and might) do again!
  • Beginners Acrylic Painting

    Anonymous review on 8/31/2023
    Super class enjoyed it a lot.
  • Fear-Free Beginners Drawing 101

    Anonymous review on 6/25/2023
    Terrific teacher! Fun and interesting.
  • Fear-Free Beginners Drawing

    Reviewed by Elizabeth G. on 6/21/2023
    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
  • Beginners Watercolor Painting

    Anonymous review on 6/18/2023
    Class was great....I learned exactly what I needed to know to move forward. Helpful evaluations and wonderful demonstrations.
  • Beginners Watercolor Painting: How to Paint Tree

    Anonymous review on 5/20/2023
    Class was great. Painting techniques were broken down into easily understandable movements we watched and then practiced on 3 different trees. Variation welcomed and feedback on each of our pieces. Really worthwhile.
  • Beginners Drawing at the MET Museum

    Anonymous review on 5/14/2023
    Class was excellent. Teacher was awesome. She was supportive, inspiring and knowledgeable.
  • Beginners Watercolor Painting: How to Paint Tree

    Reviewed by Aggie H. on 4/23/2023
    So fun, informative and helpful! Instructor Claire was supportive and professional. Would definitely recommend to others!
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Review Summary by CourseHorse

Students who have taken classes at The Art Studio NY have praised the instructors and the lessons they recieved. Many students felt that they learned a lot and were able to improve their skills in various artistic techniques. The classes were described as enjoyable, relaxing, and well-paced. Students appreciated the opportunity to learn diverse aspects of drawing and creating artwork. Quotes: 1. "The instructor led the class really well, teaching us different techniques by her doing them herself, and then letting us apply those techniques in our own unique ways. We all left the class with vastly different pieces, showcasing our individuality and unique visions." 2. "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." 3. "I had never used watercolors before and had never taken a painting class. By the end of it, I had discovered a new activity that I could play with, and on a personal level, I recognized my old perfectionism trying to reassert itself. By allowing myself to paint and not be concerned with doing it 'right' or 'perfectly,' I gained not only the enjoyment of experimenting with paints but also a feeling of satisfaction knowing I hadn’t cheated myself out of a lovely experience. Claire was a wonderfully encouraging teacher!"

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