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Bachata Group Class

Sat, Oct 17, 5:00 PM

From Bottega Bellantuono Ballroom & Latin Dancers

**Come learn to dance at NYC's most beautiful ballroom studio!** We teach lead and follow, not a list of moves — so you can dance with anyone, not just the person who learned the same pattern... Saturday afternoons, an hour of bachata, whether you've never tried it or you've been faking your way through it at parties. It's the most forgiving of the Latin dances to start with — the footwork is simple enough to pick up in one class, and everything after that is feel. Come with a partner or come on your own; we rotate, and nobody sits out. Salsa follows at 2:15, and taking both is $10 off. Details — Saturdays, 1:00–2:00. $30 per class, or $50 for both Saturday classes. No partner needed. Come in something you can move in and shoes that slide easily on a wood floor — leather or suede soles are ideal, but not required. Each class stands on its own and the material changes week to week, so there's no catching up to do and no wrong week to start.

1 attendee

SECOND TUESDAYS Life Drawing Session

Tue, Oct 13, 11:00 PM

From Old Stone House Drawing Studio

4.8

Grab your pad and drawing tools and escape the world for a couple of hours with your friends at The Old Stone House Park! Draw the human figure! Join us for a 2 1/2 hour life drawing session, 1 & 1/2 hour of gestures and short poses, ending with 1 hour of long poses, give or take. Bring your tools (no acrylics, oils or sprays please). Seats provided, some boards available. ***RSVP HERE DOES NOT GUARANTEE A SEAT! TO PURCHASE A TICKET AND GUARANTEE A SEAT GO TO THE EVENTBRITE LINK BELOW!*** 18 tickets will be sold on EVENTBRITE . **BUY YOUR TICKET ON EVENTBRITE IN ADVANCE TO GUARANTEE A SPOT.** Seating is limited, and we typically sell out. Link will be posted and go live 9/29/2026 at 8:00 AM ON EVENTBRITE. EVENTBRITE PAYMENT LINK: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/life-drawing-october-2026-tickets-1990938827628 $13.00($15.71 with fees) in advance at Eventbrite $10.00 for students $20.00 at the door -- CASH PLEASE SEEYA SOON!!

17 attendees

Street, Travel & Cityscape Photography Seminar: Oct. 24 , Sat. 1:30 PM-4:00 PM

Sat, Oct 24, 5:30 AM

From PhotoManhattan - Photography classes NYC & Free Exhibits

4.7

Join us for another Street photo tour in Union Square [Street, Travel & Cityscape Photography Seminar (1 session): Oct. 24 , Saturday 1:30 PM-4:00 PM. In-person: Outdoors](https://www.photomanhattan.com/product-p/se-spb.i-03.1.htm "Street, Travel & Cityscape Photography Seminar (1 session): Oct. 24 , Saturday 1:30 PM-4:00 PM. In-person: Outdoors, SE-SPB.i-03.1") $ 135.- \* Meetup RSVPs don't reflect the number of attendees as most Registrations come from our site: [https://www.photomanhattan.com](https://www.photomanhattan.com/) Courses are limited to 8-15 people depending on the course. **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).** **Class Information:** Capture your city and make memories that will last a lifetime! This street photo session is the more basic version of our Travel Photography course. In this class you will learn the tricks and tips on how to shoot quickly and efficiently so to capture street scenes with the best possible lighting, framing, perspective and exposure. In person sessions include outdoor shooting, in or around Union Square park. Come ready to tour and snap. Whether you shoot with a DSLR, Point and shoot, Mirrorless cameras or a Phone camera, this class is right for you. Requirements: Any cameras. Phones, Mirrorless, Point and shoot, or DSLR. No prior knowledge required. And, basic knowledge of how to use your camera. Note: class will not be a lesson on camera settings. If you feel you need a reinforcement on it, please take the Digital Camera classes prior to this class. Note: if you are taking or plan on taking the Travel Photography course you don't need this class." View more dates and classes at: https://www.photomanhattan.com/photography-classes-nyc-s/1814.htm

1 attendee

Chen Style Tai Chi. 1 1/2 Hr Class

Sun, Oct 11, 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

Street, Travel Photography : Oct 24- Nov. 7, Sat. 1:30 -4:00 PM. in person

Sat, Oct 24, 5:30 AM

From PhotoManhattan - Photography classes NYC & Free Exhibits

4.7

[Street, Travel & Cityscape Photography Workshop (3 sessions): Oct 24- Nov 07 , Saturdays 1:30 PM-4:00 PM. In-person: Outdoors.](https://www.photomanhattan.com/product-p/co-tp1.i-06.1.htm "Street, Travel & Cityscape Photography Workshop (3 sessions): Oct 24- Nov 07 , Saturdays 1:30 PM-4:00 PM. In-person: Outdoors., CO-TP1.i-06.1") $ 375.- \* Meetup RSVPs don't reflect the number of attendess as most Registrations come from our site: https://www.photomanhattan.com **🏙️ STREET, TRAVEL & CITYSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHY:** Urban workshop is an essential mix of **Landscape, Cityscape, and Street Photography**, making it ideal for the frequent traveler, the photojournalist, and the photographer who loves shooting anywhere, everywhere. This intensive course is mostly conducted **outdoors** and focuses on honing compositional and technical skills specific to dynamic, real-world environments. You'll be fully prepared for your next outdoor adventure, from capturing expressive street portraits to stunning natural landscapes. ## What You Will Master: * **Location Composition:** Learn savvy techniques that will turn your landscape and cityscape images into outstanding ones, focusing on perspective, lighting, and specialized composition rules for outdoor scenes. * **Street & Candid Techniques:** Capture scenes and moments with confidence, including environmental portraiture and the ethics of shooting in public spaces. * **Real-Time Practice:** Experienced instructors guide you through various outdoor shooting scenarios (High Line, Union Square, Central Park, etc.) with immediate review of the work photographed during class. * **Light Manipulation:** The ins and outs of manipulating natural and urban light for impactful location photos. | Requirements & Availability | | --------------------------- | | **Requirements:** Any camera (DSLRs to Phone cameras). Note: This course will not review the fundamentals of camera functions and exposure; students are expected to know how to manage their cameras (auto or manual mode recommended). | | **Assumed Knowledge:** Digital Photography I or equivalent level is recommended. | | **Note:** Classes take place mainly outdoors. Please be prepared for weather conditions. | | **Available Versions:** Full course (various duration options) or Single day seminar (brief intro). | **Note** This course will not review the fundamentals of camera functions and exposure; students are expected to know how to manage their cameras (in automatic or manual mode). View more dates and classes at: https://www.photomanhattan.com/photography-classes-nyc-s/1814.htm

1 attendee

Instructed Drawing Night at the Met

Fri, Oct 9, 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.

2 attendees

DIY Product Photography: Oct 27, Tuesday 5:15 - 8:30 PM. In-person.

Tue, Oct 27, 9:15 PM

From PhotoManhattan - Photography classes NYC & Free Exhibits

4.7

Learn lighting like a pro with our next workshop [DIY Product Photography: Mobile Studio & E-Commerce Ready Images. (1 session): Oct 27, Tuesday 5:15 PM- 8:30 PM. In-person.](https://www.photomanhattan.com/product-p/co-pef.i-03.1.htm "DIY Product Photography: Mobile Studio & E-Commerce Ready Images. (1 session): Oct 27, Tuesday 5:15 PM- 8:30 PM. In-person., CO-PEF.i-03.1") 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. # DIY PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY: Mobile Studio & E-Commerce Ready Images. This workshop is designed for individuals or small businesses looking to improve the quality and look of their images of small to medium size products, including hand-made crafts, apparel, jewelry, and more. We've merged the technical photography know-how from the pros and adapted the concepts to be used even through the**simplicity of phones and limited lighting access**. ## What You Will Master: * **Home-Made Studio:** We'll show you how to set up a small, dedicated studio that you can **automate** for future products, maximizing image quality and shooting efficiency using equipment you already possess. * **Quality Control:** Learn techniques for making your images look great, achieving specific **backgrounds, tonalities, and focus** in a few quick steps. * **E-Commerce Workflow:** Introduction to shooting techniques that are effective for **batch editing and automated post-production**, crucial for scaling your online listings. * **Expert Troubleshooting:** Youâ€™ll be provided with an arsenal of expert tricks and tips, and troubleshooting for successful results. If you have a product you'd like to photograph, please feel free to bring it! ## Course Versions (Choose Your Format): This content is available in two focused formats to suit your learning style: * **Online Guide/Seminar:** Focuses on the overall concepts of **branding**, **color balance**, and **focus control** for product imagery. * **Hands-On Photoshoot Workshop (This course):** A dedicated hands-on **photoshoot** experience focusing on lighting and maximizing **quality** and **efficiency** of image making. | Requirements & Availability | | --------------------------- | | **Requirements:** Any camera (Smartphone, Point-and-shoot, Mirrorless, DSLR). | | **Knowledge:** We ask that you feel comfortable browsing the settings for your camera and are familiar with basic shooting. | | **Advanced Light:** For more advanced strobe/flash lighting control, please refer to our **Studio & Lighting** course. | . View more dates and classes at: https://www.photomanhattan.com/photography-classes-nyc-s/1814.htm

1 attendee

Sunday Instructed Figure Drawing

Sun, Oct 11, 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,

3 attendees

Perfect Your French Through Art this October on Tuesdays!

Tue, Oct 6, 9:00 PM

From ! French New York City !

4.6

**Join us for French-with-Art's 4-session course taking place on 4 Tuesdays in October, on 10/6; 10/13, 10/20; and 10/27 2026, from 5 to 6 pm EST.** Advanced B1 and B2 levels/intermediate Join us for this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in a fun live interactive online class of French and Art! You'll practice your French while learning about the master works from the world's great collections. You'll have the opportunity to: * **Practice your French, both speaking and listening skills** * **Increase your vocabulary** * **Learn about great works of art** * **Enhance your observational skills** * **Meet other Francophiles** * **And have fun!** You'll receive vocabulary lists as well as the list of works we'll explore. **We'll be meeting online with Zoom.** **Cost: $158 for the 4-session course.** The sessions will be run by me, Anne. I'm the founder of ArteLing and a native English/French bilingual and lecturer at the Metropolitan Museum of Art for over 10 years. **SPACE IS VERY LIMITED TO ENSURE INTERACTIVITY!!** **To join you need to register on the sign up page on my website** **[www.arteling.net/sign-up-programs](www.arteling.net/sign-up-programs)** for more info: send us an email at **french.with.art@gmail.com** French-with-art website: **[www.arteling.net](www.arteling.net)** ***Note: an RSVP on this page does not mean you are registered. Registration at the above link is required to participate so you'll need to click on the above link, which will take you to my registration page.*** From the participants: *My French-with-Art class was my favorite time of the week!* *My French-with-Art class has helped me improve my French as well as my capacity to observe* *French-with-Art has helped me become more confidant expressing myself in French and has significantly expanded my appreciation of art and its various styles. I would highly recommend it.* *Anne's interactive French with Art classes are stimulating and fun. Providing her students with the vocabulary they can use to react to the artworks, Anne listens closely to and celebrates each person's input. Patient and complimentary, she has created a safe haven where we are not afraid to make mistakes, as we improve our language skills. I feel that I have greatly developed my observation skills, as Anne encourages us to look deeply into each painting.* *If you wish to practice speaking French while at the same time improving your knowledge of art, French-with-Art is the class for you. Anne is a patient and encouraging facilitator whose small classes ensure that all have an opportunity to participate. She provides relevant vocabulary prior to each class and asks thoughtful questions to encourage interaction. French-with-Art has helped me become more confidant expressing myself in French and has significantly expanded my appreciation of art and its various styles. I would highly recommend it.*

4 attendees

Drawing Techniques with Simon Levenson

Thu, Oct 8, 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

Instructed Figure Drawing

Fri, Oct 9, 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.

1 attendee

legacy in motion: Woodside figure drawing

Wed, Oct 7, 11:00 PM

From Line & Legacy – Figure Drawing in Queens

5.0

✍️ **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 7–10:30 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

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

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

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