Calligraphy Classes New York

Connect through calligraphy events and meetups

430kMonthly events

60mMembers

4.5App store rating

200kGroups

Free Mommy & Me Art Class for Kids 🎨

Thu, Jul 16, 10:00 PM

From Mommy & Me: Free Art class

Free Mommy & Me Art Class for Kids 🎨 Hey parents! Ready for some creative fun with your little one? Join our Free Mommy & Me Art Class — a joyful time for kids (ages 3-9) and their grown-ups to paint, create, and make memories together! Each week you’ll enjoy: • Super fun hands-on art projects with paints, crayons, clay & more • Playful sensory activities perfect for little hands • A happy space to spark creativity, build skills, and express themselves • Special keepsakes to take home and treasure No art experience needed — just show up ready to get messy and have a blast! All supplies are provided. It’s the perfect chance for moms, dads, grandparents, or caregivers to slow down, laugh, and bond with your child while discovering the joy of art. Spots are limited! Grab your free spot today and let the creativity begin! We can’t wait to create with you! 🎨❤️ Feel free to ask for me (Shirley <3)

1 attendee

Chen Style Tai Chi. 1 1/2 Hr Class

Sun, Jul 19, 1:30 PM

From The New York Chen Tai Chi Chuan Meetup Group

4.9

PLEASE CALL MASTER YU FOR DETAILS: 917-535-3916. --- Learning basic steps , posture , and the name of the movement . We will also explain how it can be applied as the martial art aspect. $20 fee of this first Meetup are for all new first time students who want to try out this class; following classes are $40 per class. Master Yu is also available by appointment for private classes: 917-535-3916

2 attendees

Your First Pro Photos: Jul 18-Aug 01, Sat. 1:30 PM-4:00 PM. In-person: Outdoors

Sat, Jul 18, 5:30 PM

From PhotoManhattan - Photography classes NYC & Free Exhibits

4.7

Learn the basics using ANY cameras! Join us for: [Your First Pro Photos: Smart Shooting & Camera Tricks (3 sessions): Jul 18-Aug 01, Saturdays 1:30 PM-4:00 PM. In-person: Outdoors](https://www.photomanhattan.com/product-p/co-dp1.i-02.1.htm "Your First Pro Photos: Smart Shooting & Camera Tricks (3 sessions): Jul 18-Aug 01, Saturdays 1:30 PM-4:00 PM. In-person: Outdoors, CO-DP1.I-02.1") $ 375.- **[View more at PhotoManhattan.com.](https://www.photomanhattan.com/photography-classes-nyc-s/1814.htm)** Meetup RSVPs don't reflect the number of attendees as most Registrations come from our site: https://www.photomanhattan.com Courses are limited to 8-15 people depending on the course. **This course is a hybrid of Indoor and Outdoor classes.** Some sessions will be partially indoors and others fully outdoors, in Union Square or Chelsea. Exact location will be determined based on the class size and will be emailed to you prior to the class. **Course information:** Welcome to the perfect starting point! This foundational course is designed for anyone, regardless of your camera type (phone, mirrorless, point-and-shoot, or DSLR) and whether or not you use Manual Mode. You will learn a wealth of powerful **photography fundamentals** and **practical tricks** using the equipment you already have. Get a grasp of the basics and gain basic control over your images without complexity. Never miss that shot again! ## What You Will Master: * **Immediate Image Enhancement:** Learn tricks to improve sharpness, achieve perfect focus, and gain control over exposure without leaving Auto Mode. * **Creative Effects:** Techniques for creating stunning **motion blur** shots, freezing action, and understanding when and how to apply these effects. * **Essential Camera Control:** Comprehensive guidance on using the on-camera flash, taking quality photos at night, and maximizing various camera presets. * **Smart Settings:** Practical application of settings like **Exposure Compensation** to turn a regular image into a special one. * **Buying Guide:** A thorough introduction to digital photography topics you need before planning your next purchase, including megapixels, lenses, noise, white balance, ISO, and SD cards. Requirements: ANY digital camera, DSLR, Mirrorless, Point and Shoot or Phone cameras. By ANY we mean any kind, type or model. For the first class, please try to bring your manual for reference. \*\* Students who completed “Digital Photography I”, don't need to take this course. Notes on film cameras: Please note that while most content of this course is applicable to digital cameras, you are welcome to attend as long as your film camera has an automatic shooting mode. Should the assigned instructor become suddenly unavailable, we’ll allocate a substitute. ## Course Experience: Weather permitting, we'll head outdoors around Union Square or the Highline for real-life shooting practice of your newly learned skills. Class structures are designed to cater to all learning types, featuring a mixture of Verbal Instruction, Hands-on Exercises, and Photo Critiquing Homework. Additionally, you'll develop your own photo project and have the option to showcase your work in one of our monthly photo exhibits! | Requirements & Notes | | -------------------- | | **Requirements:** Any camera (Phone, Mirrorless, Point and Shoot, or DSLR). You may choose to attend without a camera. Please bring your camera manual for reference during the first class. | | **Film Cameras:** While most content is applicable to digital, film camera users are welcome as long as your camera has an automatic shooting mode. | | **Course Structure:** Available as a Full 2-5 week course (full content) or a Single-day seminar (brief intro). | | **Highly Recommended Pairing:** This course covers all the basics and pairs well with Composition and Travel Photography | View more dates and classes at: https://www.photomanhattan.com/photography-classes-nyc-s/1814.htm

1 attendee

Drawing Techniques with Simon Levenson

Tue, Jul 14, 10:30 PM

From Drawing New York

4.9

In this weekly studio class, students learn to structurally draw a new part of the body each session, building a clear understanding of anatomy, proportion, and form. Working on toned paper with traditional drawing materials, we’ll study the methods of the Old Master, developing drawings through gesture, block-in, and open rendering. By the end of the course, students will have a toolkit for constructing the human figure with confidence and classical refinement. Materials List Strathmore Toned Tan 9×12 Graphite Pencils Generals White Charcoal Pencil Eraser

8 attendees

Visual Composition Seminar: Jul 23, Thu 6:00 PM-8:30 PM. Outdoors

Thu, Jul 23, 10:00 PM

From PhotoManhattan - Photography classes NYC & Free Exhibits

4.7

Join us for [Visual Composition Seminar: (1 session): Jul 23, Thursday 6:00 PM-8:30 PM. In-person: Outdoors](https://www.photomanhattan.com/product-p/se-cfb.i-01.2.htm "Visual Composition Seminar: (1 session): Jul 23, Thursday 6:00 PM-8:30 PM. In-person: Outdoors, SE-CFB.i-01.2") $ 135.- Meetup RSVPs don't reflect the number of attendees as most Registrations come from our site: https://www.photomanhattan.com Courses are limited to 8-15 people depending on the course. **This workshop is fully outdoors..** Meeting location is at Union Square / Chelsea. The exact location will be emailed to you prior to class. **Framing and Composition.** Improve your imagery with this 2-hour seminar! This 2-hour photography class will cover common tricks and tips for shooting street shots, lighting control techniques, focus, background, perspective, and many more quick techniques that will instantly become handy for your next travel, candid, or city shots. Opened to all levels. Requirements: Any cameras, phones, Point and Shoot, Mirrorless, DSLR, or film. Basic knowledge of your camera's function is recommended. (In manual or Automatic Mode). Note, If you are enrolled in our Creative Photography course, you don't need this seminar, as this material will be covered during your course. Outdoors sessions are in Union Square / Chelsea. You can find other available photo classes checkout our site: http://www.photomanhattan.com/photography-classes-nyc-s/1814.htm Only registered attendees will be allowed. Thanks!

1 attendee

Sunday Afternoon INSTRUCTED Figure Drawing

Sun, Jul 19, 4:00 PM

From Drawing New York

4.9

Instructed Figure Drawing Class - All levels are welcome. In this class, we will focus on figure drawing and various drawing techniques. Each week, our teacher begins with a short discussion and demonstration of different drawing approaches. Attendees then draw for the remainder of the session with feedback from the teacher. There is a live model for each session. Please bring a pad up to 18×24, a 2H, HB, 4B pencil, and an eraser,

5 attendees

Camera & Tricks Seminar: Jul 18, Saturday 1:30 PM-4:00 PM In-person: Outdoors.

Sat, Jul 18, 5:30 PM

From PhotoManhattan - Photography classes NYC & Free Exhibits

4.7

Join our students in this upcoming [Camera & Tricks Seminar (1 session): [Camera & Tricks Seminar (1 session): Jul 18, Saturday 1:30 PM-4:00 PM. In-person: Outdoors](https://www.photomanhattan.com/product-p/dcs-se-i.1.3.htm "Camera & Tricks Seminar (1 session): Jul 18, Saturday 1:30 PM-4:00 PM. In-person: Outdoors, DCS-SE-i.1.3") To view a full list of classes and courses, please visit our courses page at: https://www.photomanhattan.com/photography-classes-nyc-s/1814.htm Meetup RSVPs don't reflect the number of attendees as most Registrations come from our site: https://www.photomanhattan.com. Courses are limited to 8-15 people depending on the course. **This workshop is fully Outdoors.** Meeting location will be in Union Square Park or the Highline (at 14th street). Except, in specific instances such as rain / drizzle, it will be partially indoors or rescheduled. **Class information:** Each settings on your camera provides a world of potential for bettering your images. Whether you use a DSLR or a point and shoot, there are tons of tricks that you may be missing out on. We'll explore settings such as exposure compensation and various presets that can turn a regular image into a special one. Our knowledgeable instructors will guide you through all the main options that your camera has, and how and when to apply each of them based on the effect and scene that you are looking to portray. Additionally, this class will thoroughly introduce to all other digital photography related topics that you will need to know when making your next camera purchase. These subjects include, megapixels, lenses, noise, white balance, ISO, SD cards and much more. Never miss that shot again! Join us and learn to maximize your camera's potential to match with your creative skills. Requirements: Any cameras. Phones, Mirrorless, Point and shoot, or DSLR. No prior knowledge required. Outdoors sessions are in Union Square / Chelsea. See you ! Everyone is welcome!

1 attendee

Instructed Drawing Night at the Met

Fri, Jul 24, 10:30 PM

From Drawing New York

4.9

Instructed Drawing Night at the Met focuses on charcoal pencil drawing through close study of the museum’s Greek and Roman figure sculptures. Our instructor, Elizabeth Johnson, will guide students in developing technical control of charcoal pencils while working from these classical forms. After a brief demonstration, students will create charcoal drawings around the gallery with guidance from the instructor. Materials: Charcoal Pencils only\*\*\* (HB and 4B) 2H graphite pencil Small & Medium blending stump Kneaded eraser Eraser Drawing paper This event is not affiliated with Met Museum educators. Please arrive prepared to purchase a ticket to the Met Museum.

1 attendee

Instructed Figure Drawing

Fri, Jul 24, 10:30 PM

From Drawing New York

4.9

All levels are welcome. In this class, we will focus on figure drawing and various drawing techniques. We begin with a short discussion/demo of different approaches to drawing. There is a live model for each session. Please bring a pad up to 18×24, a 2H, HB, and 4B pencil, and an eraser. **[If you don't know what to bring we recommend the following supplies](https://amzn.to/47VCpaE)**. This uninstructed session begins with short poses for attendees to warm up. The longest poses are 20 minutes. We take a 5-minute break every 20 minutes. There are cookies and fresh water available. We listen to music while we work. Please bring your supplies (we have limited supplies to lend out). Looking forward to seeing you! PLEASE NOTE: * We can not accommodate dry pastels (for health reasons), open ink containers, or paint other than watercolor. * Latecomers will be seated at the discretion of the moderator to prevent disruption to other artists. * Because of the limited space, we can not offer any refunds for the session. I appreciate your understanding. * Absolutely no photography while the model is posing. We encourage attendees to purchase tickets through the [Drawing America](https://drawingamerica.com/events) website, where they receive a 5% CREDIT ON EVERY PURCHASE that they can use towards their next purchase.

2 attendees

legacy in motion: Woodside figure drawing

Sun, Jul 19, 8:00 PM

From Line & Legacy – Figure Drawing in Queens

✍️ **Step into the lineage of bold expression.** This isn’t a sip-and-doodle — this is **figure drawing with intent.** Join us for **Line & Legacy**, a live-model figure drawing session inspired by the teachings of **Gustav Rehberger**, known for his volcanic expressionism and fierce anatomical command. 🧍‍♂️ Dynamic model. 🖤 Rehberger-style intensity. 🍷 A welcoming vibe — bring a drink if you like, but **bring your focus more.** All levels welcome, from seasoned draughtsmen to curious newcomers. 🕖 **When:** Wednesdays and occasionally other weekdays 7–10:30 PM, Saturdays or Sundays 4-7 PM 📍 **Where:** 38-02 61st Street, Woodside, Queens 🚇 Steps from the 7 train and LIRR 💵 $20 cash/Venmo at the door ✨ Limited seats — DM to reserve or model. 🖼️ See more: gustavrehbergerfineart.com

3 attendees

Monday Night Drink and Draw in Greenpoint, Brooklyn

Mon, Jul 13, 11:00 PM

From Greenpoint Figure Drawing - Weekly Drink and Draw

4.8

In each 3-hr session, we will draw from a live model, beginning with quick poses to warm up, and then gradually extend the pose length to a final 1 hour pose to finish the evening. First timers welcome. All levels of experience and skill are invited. This is an uninstructed event is for anyone who enjoys or is curious about drawing from a nude figure model. Do your own thing. The environment is laid back, yet professional, and we want everyone to enjoy themselves. No photography allowed. Bring your own beverages. Great tunes will be played, great models will be hired, and we'll make some fantastic artwork. These sessions are moderated by David Bell and Joe Scarpulla, who run Big Object animation studio. David and Joe are stop-motion animators and visual artists, and David is an instructor at Parsons and SVA. RATES 3-hr session: $20 cash / $25 venmo Please RSVP. We operate on a first come-first serve basis. WHAT TO BRING: Your drawing/painting materials (no oils), $20, BYOB. Directions: We are a few blocks from the Greenpoint station on the G and from the Greenpoint stop on the East River Ferry. Note: When you get to the building, sometimes the elevator access is limited in the evenings to tenants with scan cards. If they restrict elevator access, there will be signs indicating who to call to get upstairs. We are on the 3rd floor. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/greenpoint_figure_drawing STUDIO ETIQUETTE -Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to get a seat before the model begins. The poses begin promptly at 7:00. If you arrive late, please quietly find a place, and pay your admission during a 5 minute break. -Switch cell phones to silent until the break. -Please respect the model and the other artists present and refrain from talking while the model is posing. If you need a pose adjustment during the long pose, tell the monitor in a way that does not disrupt the quietness of the room. -No photography of the model. -Please clean up after yourself. INTERESTED IN MODELING? Great! We really value our models and hold them in the highest regard. Prospective model info will be kept on file, but do not post your info to the Meetup site. Send a image and resume to greenpointfiguredrawing@gmail.com https://a248.e.akamai.net/secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/a/f/7/9/600_459104921.jpeg

5 attendees

Reading and Writing and Speaking Class

Mon, Jul 20, 10:00 PM

From Bengali Reading/Writing Class Meetup

Classes held online due to coronavirus. Contact us for more information. Learning to read and write in Bengali. Both for beginners studying Bangla or (separately) Bengali speakers who want to learn or improve their reading and writing.

2 attendees

Trusted by millions worldwide

430kMonthly events

60mMembers

4.5App store rating

200kGroups

Popular groups

New York

La Playa Salsa Class

14 members

Brooklyn

Chez François French Lessons-Native French Teacher classes

690 members

Brooklyn

Brooklyn Figure Drawing Sessions

1,351 members

Brooklyn

Chez Francois French Cooking Classes

1,687 members

New York

Taiji Push & Spar • Manhattan

3 members

Brooklyn

Old Stone House Drawing Studio

3,388 members

New York

New York Microsoft Master Classes

302 members

New York

Masterclasses in Fine and Decorative Arts

2,696 members

Show all

Frequently asked questions

Meetup connects people by facilitating groups and events around shared interests, like calligraphy. Discover classes and join others who are excited about art.

Search for calligraphy or arts groups on Meetup based in New York. Check upcoming events and RSVP to participate in local classes and meet fellow calligraphy lovers.

Yes, some calligraphy events may be available online. Browse through event listings on Meetup for virtual options if you can't attend in person.

Absolutely! You can join many groups to access various styles, workshops, and techniques—enhancing your learning and connecting with diverse instructors.

Creating an account and exploring groups is free. However, certain events might charge a fee set by the organizer for materials or instruction.

Classes are organized by members passionate about calligraphy. They usually include hands-on practice, demonstrations, and discussion to develop your skills.

Look for events tagged as beginner-friendly in their descriptions. These sessions cater to newcomers and focus on building foundational calligraphy skills.

Some classes may require you to bring your own supplies, while others include materials in the attendance fee. Check event details for specifics.

You are free to RSVP to events that fit your schedule. There is no penalty for missing events, offering flexibility in participation.

Log into Meetup and search for calligraphy under the New York area to see upcoming events—sort them by date to add to your calendar.

Yes, any member can start a calligraphy group and host events. This platform encourages sharing skills and creating community-driven activities.

Availability widely depends on organizers in your area. While many calligraphy enthusiasts exist, less popular styles might have limited offerings.

Meetup provides a platform to meet people with similar interests, like calligraphy. However, forming lasting connections relies on personal initiative.

Meetup's platform allows users to filter events and groups by location and interest, making it easy to find relevant classes in New York.

While many classes promote hands-on practice, formats vary. Some might be lecture-based. Check event descriptions to ensure they match your preference.