Afternoon Art: Fundamentals of Painting Class (6-9 Yrs | Drop-off | Fall | Mondays | 4 PM)
👶 Ages 6–917-week course📍 Upper West Side

Afternoon Art: Fundamentals of Painting Class (6-9 Yrs | Drop-off | Fall | Mondays | 4 PM)

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📍Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · 334 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10023 Get directions ↗
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15 Mondays: Sep 14, 2026- Jan 11, 2027 [Except: 9/21, 12/21, 12/28] In Person. In this arts class guided by a skilled professional artist, children will explore the fundamentals of painting. Students will develop their brushwork skills and learn techniques such as blending, sgraffito, and stippling while developing their unique artistic style. Each session builds on the elements and principles of design, focusing on composition and various styles, including landscapes, abstracts, portraits, and still-life sketching. This engaging, hands-on class fosters creativity, confidence, and a love for artistic exploration.

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