Art Groups New York

SECOND TUESDAYS Life Drawing Session

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!!

View Art at Gowanus Open Studios!

Join GTBN to visit **[Gowanus Open Studios!](https://www.artsgowanus.org/gowanus-open-studios-2026)**[ ](https://www.artsgowanus.org/gowanus-open-studios-2026) Specifically, we will be visiting one building on the circuit containing many studios, **TI Art Studios!** Gowanus Open Studios will be Saturday and Sunday, but our group will be "meeting up" on Sunday 10/18 at 4PM! **What to Expect** Meet us in the "Sweet Lorraine" Gallery at 4:30PM! Once you get to the TI Studios from the elevator, follow the signs for Sweet Lorraine Gallery. We'll look at the art exhibit there and then head out to see other studios in the building. Some artists will have art available for purchase, and others will be for viewing only. **How to get there** TI Arts Studio's Entrance is up a ramp at 183 Lorraine Street in the Red Hook Neighborhood of Brooklyn. Be sure to check Googlemaps as Red Hook always takes longer to get to than you think it will. **Arts Appreciation Opportunity** Friend of GTBN, cartoonist **Mindy Indy** is in the process of creating pencil sketches, inking, and creating vibrant watercolor concept art of otherworldly **Martian landscapes** for her sci-fi series *AER HEAD*. Be sure to stop by Mindy's studio to learn about her upcoming comic. She is also running a KickStarter to fund the 3rd Issue of AER HEAD! Learn more and pre-order your copy here: [AER HEAD - Send Surfers to Mars - Kickstarter!](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/mindyindy/aer-head-send-surfers-mars?ref=profile_saved_projects_live&category_id=Q2F0ZWdvcnktMjUw)

Art Studio Tour in Bkln (FREE! Arts Gowanus)

Hey Everyone! Fall is here and it's time for one of our favorite events in NYC... The Arts Gowanus Open Studios! We'll gather on Sunday the 18th (meeting point TBA) and visit several open studios, see lots of new art and chat with the artists! We might even luck into some free wine and cheese along the way. :-) We will plan a walking route to visit some of the best studios, and after we will stop for a snack or light dinner in the neighborhood and discuss which pieces were our favorites or seemed the most impressive or innovative... This is a really fun and social event that we've run for several years in a row,,, you won't want to miss it! More info here: [Gowanus Open Studios 2026 — Arts Gowanus](https://www.artsgowanus.org/gowanus-open-studios-26)

New date for Chelsea Afternoon: New York Day Trip w/the Art Appreciation Group

I think a case can be made that the Chelsea area of Manhattan contains more galleries than anywhere else in the universe. (I'm making an assumption here that other intelligent life somewhere out there doesn't have "art" and "galleries" as we know them. :)) Whether or not the above is true, let's at least make a dent in the huge number of galleries in this neighborhood by starting in the middle and heading south. I'll work up a detailed and specific itinerary within the coming weeks, but let's say straight off that we'll meet at 1:00 at Jim Kempner Fine Art, a gallery on the Northwest corner of 23rd Street and 10th Avenue that is pretty much impossible to miss because looks like a multi-level contemporary house: [https://www.jimkempnerfineart.com/](https://www.jimkempnerfineart.com/) The first thing you encounter upon walking in is the sculpture garden: [https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-new-york-city-ny-usa-modern-architecture-art-jim-kempner-fine-art-50949706.html](https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-new-york-city-ny-usa-modern-architecture-art-jim-kempner-fine-art-50949706.html) [https://www.vaadia.com/exhibitions/jimkempner_2011.shtml](https://www.vaadia.com/exhibitions/jimkempner_2011.shtml) So let's meet there unless it's raining or really hot, in which case, let's just go inside and meet on the first floor. Other places I'd like to include in the day's outing are Little Island, Pier 57, the Highline (which the photo in this posting is taken from), and, if people are really interested, Hudson Yards. I will probably be sticking around to attend the Brooklyn Book Festival the next day and can help people get to trains and busses if that's wanted or needed. :) More to come!

Jersey City Meet Local Singles Without Leaving Home

**❤️‍🔥 Online Speed Dating – Real Jersey City Locals, Live on Zoom** A hosted online speed dating experience for Jersey City locals. It's simple: complete a short personality quiz, jump on Zoom, and meet Jersey City singles in guided one-on-one rounds. Matches shared afterwards. **Register under your age group:** - **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=672&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Jersey%20City&groupurlname=new-artists-building-skills-and-friendships&ar=18-32&face_v=1.0) - **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=672&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Jersey%20City&groupurlname=new-artists-building-skills-and-friendships&ar=30-46&face_v=1.0) - **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=672&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Jersey%20City&groupurlname=new-artists-building-skills-and-friendships&ar=40-58&face_v=1.0) - **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=672&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Jersey%20City&groupurlname=new-artists-building-skills-and-friendships&ar=55+&face_v=1.0) **⚠️ RSVP alone won't secure your spot.** You need to register through your age group link below and complete the personality quiz. Places are limited. --- 🎯 **Perfect for:** - Anyone who likes connecting online before meeting face-to-face - People re-entering the dating scene after a break - People fed up with swiping who want actual conversation - Singles who prefer a hosted, structured experience - Singles in Jersey City who want to meet people from home ⭐ *"I was nervous but the host made it effortless. Met someone wonderful first try."* – Jersey City single **How It Works** 1. **Pick your age group** – Register through your link above. 2. **Take the personality quiz** – We use it to pair you with compatible Jersey City singles. 3. **Hop on Zoom** – Join the call and your host will walk you through it. 4. **Chat** – Quick timed rounds with Jersey City singles paired to you. 5. **Get matches** – Mutual matches shared after the event. **Event Details** - **Format:** Virtual on Zoom – hosted and well-structured - **Location:** Online from home – no need to go anywhere - **Host:** Professional host keeping the evening smooth and relaxed - **Vibe:** Laid-back one-on-one chats with Jersey City locals - **Rounds:** Multiple short one-on-one rounds - **Matches:** Mutual matches sent out after the event --- ✨ Register, take the quiz, and connect with Jersey City locals tonight. ✨ ✨

Newark Effortless Speed Dating on Zoom

**� Newark Speed Dating – Personality Matched & Hosted on Zoom** A straightforward, fun way to meet local singles without stepping out. It's simple: complete a short personality quiz, jump on Zoom, and meet Newark singles in guided one-on-one rounds. Matches shared afterwards. **Choose your age range to register:** - **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=672&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Newark&groupurlname=new-artists-building-skills-and-friendships&ar=18-32&face_v=1.0) - **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=672&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Newark&groupurlname=new-artists-building-skills-and-friendships&ar=30-46&face_v=1.0) - **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=672&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Newark&groupurlname=new-artists-building-skills-and-friendships&ar=40-58&face_v=1.0) - **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=672&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Newark&groupurlname=new-artists-building-skills-and-friendships&ar=55+&face_v=1.0) **⚠️ Heads up — RSVPing here isn't enough.** Register through your age group link below and complete the quiz. Capacity is limited. --- 🎯 **Perfect for:** - Singles who prefer a hosted, structured experience - Anyone curious about speed dating in a relaxed setting - Introverts who shine in one-on-one conversations - Singles in Newark who want to meet people from home **How It Works** 1. **Register** – Select your age group above and sign up. 2. **Complete the quiz** – Short personality quiz so we can match you well. 3. **Hop on Zoom** – Join the call and your host will walk you through it. 4. **Speed date** – One-on-one rounds with personality-matched Newark locals. 5. **Results** – We'll send your mutual matches afterwards. **Event Details** - **Format:** Live on Zoom – guided rounds from your home - **Location:** From home – all you need is Wi-Fi and a webcam - **Host:** Live host handling rounds and introductions - **Vibe:** Laid-back one-on-one chats with Newark locals - **Tech:** Zoom, webcam, and a stable connection - **Matches:** Mutual matches sent out after the event - **Matching:** Driven by personality quiz results --- ✨ One Zoom call, genuine conversations, real matches. See you there. 💘 ✨

Bushwick Uncovered: Brunch, Street Art & Open Studios (NEW DATE)

​PLEASE NOTE NEW DATE OF **SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18TH** ​You’re invited to step into Bushwick’s boldest gallery—its streets! **[Advance Purchase Required here](https://luma.com/BushwickUncovered)** ​**Women of Culture**, together with **[Warrior Women in Business](https://warriorwomenbusiness.com/?utm_source=luma)**, invites you for an art-full afternoon of **creativity, connection, and discovery** as we explore one of New York’s most dynamic street art neighborhoods. ​Led by a local artist from[ ](https://grafftours.com/nyc-graffiti-art-tours/brooklyn-street-art-tour/?utm_source=luma)**[Graff Tours](https://grafftours.com/nyc-graffiti-art-tours/brooklyn-street-art-tour/?utm_source=luma)**, this immersive walking tour reveals the creativity, history and cultural movements behind one of the country’s most celebrated urban art destinations. ​Across Bushwick’s warehouse-lined blocks, more than 25 murals create a spectacular open-air museum. We’ll encounter works by acclaimed names such as **Nick Walker, BK Foxx, Calicho, Jeff Henriquez, Yok and Sheryo**, while hearing the stories that bring each wall to life. ​Our guide will offer an insider’s perspective on the techniques, symbolism and unwritten codes of this often-misunderstood art form. Learn how tagging, graffiti and street art differ, how large-scale pieces are created and why Bushwick’s visual landscape never stays the same. You may even spot our guide’s own work along the route. ​Those joining the full experience will begin with brunch at[ ](https://casaoranyc.com/?utm_source=luma)**[Casa Ora](https://casaoranyc.com/?utm_source=luma)**, a beloved Venezuelan restaurant inspired by Chef Ivo Diaz’s heritage—a delicious opportunity to connect before setting out. ​Come curious, bring your camera and experience Bushwick through the eyes of the creatives who know its walls best. ​**Why You’ll Love This Experience** * ​See more than 25 striking murals with insight from a local artist or curator. * ​Uncover the techniques, hidden meanings and cultural stories behind the walls. * ​Understand the distinctions between tagging, graffiti and street art. * ​Photograph remarkable pieces before the neighborhood’s landscape changes again. * ​Connect over an optional Venezuelan brunch at Casa Ora. *** ​**Full Schedule:** ​**12pm** \| Bruch at [Casa Ora](https://casaoranyc.com/?utm_source=luma) 148 Meserole St ​ **1:50pm** \| Meet at **[GraffTours](https://grafftours.com/?utm_source=luma)** for **2pm** street art tour 282 Meserole St ​____ **[Advance Purchase Required here](https://luma.com/BushwickUncovered)** ​**Ticket** ​**Pricing for non-members:** **Street Art Tour only:** $35 first release; $40 full price ​ **Pricing for Art-full members:\*** **Street Art Tour only:** $30 first release; $35 full price ​**Full experience with brunch:** $60 first release; $65 full price ​ \*Premier members save an additional 20% *Learn more about membership below/[here](https://womenofculture.org/artfull-membership-nyc?utm_source=luma).* *** ​**The Art-Full Membership** ​If you are not yet an [Art-full member](https://womenofculture.org/artfull-membership-nyc?utm_source=luma), we would love to have you join us for as little as $45/month for the basic membership, or $65/month for the upgraded premier membership. You can[ learn more about all membership levels and join here](https://womenofculture.org/artfull-membership?utm_source=luma) or reach out to alex@womenofculture.org with any questions. ​ **The membership provides:** * ​Access to *member exclusive* events * ​Complimentary tickets to all online events, and select in-person events * ​Priority access to & discounts on ALL events * ​Premier members *also* get priority access to 'culture-tunities' including free VIP passes to exclusive after-hours events at cultural institutions all over the city ​All designed to help you live your best, most art-full and socially connected life! **Note about tickets/ RSVP's:** * RSVPs on Meetup do NOT count as official registrations for this event, and the RSVP count on Meetup may not reflect the actual number of attendees. To attend, you must purchase a ticket, which guarantees your spot, regardless of whether you RSVP here. * All paid and confirmed attendees will receive an email from [[[alex@womenofculture.org](mailto:alex@womenofculture.org)]([mailto:alex@womenofculture.org](http://mailto:alex@womenofculture.org/))]([mailto:alex@womenofculture.org](http://mailto:alex@womenofculture.org/))] 1–2 days before the event with further details, including a link to a WhatsApp group for important updates. If you do not receive this email (make sure to check your spam as well), it likely means you did not complete registration or payment.

Marginalia Literary Salon 003 | The Picture of Dorian Gray

*What happens when beauty becomes something to live by?* For Salon 003, Marginalia turns to Oscar Wilde’s The Picture of Dorian Gray. A decadent, provocative novel about art, influence, desire, and the dangerous distance between the self we present to the world and the one that exists beneath it. **What is the book about?** First published in 1890 and later revised and expanded by Wilde, the novel emerged from the worlds of Aestheticism and Decadence, where questions about beauty and art collided with Victorian ideas of morality, respectability, and desire. More than a century later, its questions feel remarkably alive: Does beauty change what we allow people to get away with? How much responsibility do we bear for the people who influence us? Can we treat a life as a work of art? And does art have any obligation to make us better? Together, we’ll follow those questions wherever they lead…from portraiture, pleasure, and self-invention to influence, secrecy, morality, and the uneasy relationship between art and life. **Any requirements?** No literary background is needed. Come having read the book, and bring whatever stayed with you: annotations, questions, disagreements, favorite passages, or simply an idea you can’t quite shake. Any complete edition is welcome. You do not need to purchase a special “uncensored” edition to participate. **Important to Note** * Please update your RSVP at least 48 hours before the salon if you can no longer attend. Because space is intentionally limited, repeated no-shows may result in removal from the group. * Salons are limited to 10 readers. Keeping the group small allows everyone to hear one another, participate in the conversation, and preserves the intimate, cozy atmosphere we’re trying to create. If all spots are taken, please join the waitlist! Plans and reading progress change, so spaces often open up closer to the event. * The salon is completely free to attend. Just plan to purchase your own food or drinks from the venue. Since we’ll be taking up the table for about two hours (and usually aren’t ordering a ton!), I leave our server an additional $20 tip (separate from the tips from small drink orders). *If everyone can throw in a couple of dollars toward it, it’s greatly appreciated.*

Private Gallery Night: The Women Who Shaped American Art

​What if the story of American art were told through **the women who helped create it?** **[Advance Purchase Required here](https://luma.com/TheWomenWhoShapedAmericanArt)** ​Join Women of Culture for a **private reception & walk-through at Lincoln Glenn Gallery** exploring ***[250 Years: American Women Artists and the Nation’s Story](https://www.lincolnglenn.com/exhibitions/48-250-years-american-women-artists-and-the-nation-s/overview/?utm_source=luma)*** — an exhibition that brings overlooked voices back into the spotlight and invites us to see American history from a different perspective. ​Spanning the Revolutionary era through today, the exhibition brings together work from **every decade of the nation’s history**, revealing generations of women who created, experimented, and built remarkable careers even when the art world offered them far fewer opportunities for recognition. ​We’ll travel through **250 years of creativity** — from intimate early portraits and sweeping landscapes to Impressionism, Modernism, abstraction, sculpture, and contemporary art — encountering both familiar names and fascinating artists whose stories deserve to be rediscovered. ​Among them are **Mary Cassatt, Sarah Miriam Peale, Ida Ten Eyck O’Keeffe, Mercedes Matter, Lee Bontecou, Harmony Hammond, Lynda Benglis, Teruko Yokoi**, and many more. ​Over the course of the evening, we’ll have the chance to slow down with the work, exchange perspectives, and connect with fellow culturally curious women in the intimate setting of the gallery. ​Come raise a glass to the women who created, challenged, experimented — and left their mark on American art, whether history remembered their names or not. ​**Event details:** ​**Date:** Thursday, October 22 **Time**: 6:00–8:00 PM **Location:** Lincoln Glenn Gallery Upper East Side [17 East 67th Street, Suite 1A](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Lincoln+Glenn/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0xdfaf0e87db2329b2?sa=X&ved=1t%3A2428&ictx=111&utm_source=luma) *** **[Advance Purchase Required here](https://luma.com/TheWomenWhoShapedAmericanArt)** ​**Tickets:** * ​**Non-Members:** $10 First Release \| $15 Full Price * ​**Art-full Basic Members:** $5 First Release \| $10 Full Price * ​**Art-full Premier Members:** FREE ​Art-full premier members receive an additional 20% off. ​Learn more about the Art-full membership below/[here](https://womenofculture.org/artfull-membership-nyc?utm_source=luma). *** ​**The Art-Full Membership** ​If you are not yet an [Art-full member](https://womenofculture.org/artfull-membership-nyc?utm_source=luma), we would love to have you join us for as little as $45/month for the basic membership, or $65/month for the upgraded premier membership. You can[ learn more about all membership levels and join here](https://womenofculture.org/artfull-membership?utm_source=luma) or reach out to alex@womenofculture.org with any questions. ​**The membership provides:** * ​Access to *member exclusive* events * ​Complimentary tickets to all online events, and select in-person events * ​Priority access to & discounts on ALL events * ​**Premier** members *also* get priority access to 'culture-tunities' including free VIP passes to exclusive after-hours events at cultural institutions all over the city ​All designed to help you live your best, most art-full and socially connected life! **Note about tickets/ RSVP's:** * RSVPs on Meetup do NOT count as official registrations for this event, and the RSVP count on Meetup may not reflect the actual number of attendees. To attend, you must purchase a ticket, which guarantees your spot, regardless of whether you RSVP here. * All paid and confirmed attendees will receive an email from [[alex@womenofculture.org](mailto:alex@womenofculture.org)]([mailto:alex@womenofculture.org](http://mailto:alex@womenofculture.org/))] 1–2 days before the event with further details, including a link to a WhatsApp group for important updates. If you do not receive this email (make sure to check your spam as well), it likely means you did not complete registration or payment.

DRAWING FROM ART: ICELAND Lecture and Workshop with Charity Baker

Intermediate Figure Drawing (3 sessions)

Class dates: October 12\, 19\, & 26 \| 6:30\-9:30pm Learn to shade and render complex forms on the human figure in graphite, working with one model and the same pose for three sessions. Gaby will guide you from capturing accurate gesture and proportion, to understanding light physics and gradients to render realistic volumes. This class is suited for intermediate and advanced artists. Demos and individual critiques daily. **Materials:** Strathmore 400 series Drawing Paper, smallest 9”x12” or largest 18”x24” 4H, 2H, H, HB pencils (Staedler brand recommended) Kneaded eraser Tombow mono zero eraser, round tip (highly recommended)

Introduction to Drawing for Beginners (3 Sessions) with Simon

Do not worry if you don’t know how to draw. This class is specifically designed for you. This class is for you even if you have drawn a bit but want an organized approach to drawing to speed up the learning process and prevent wasted and frustrating efforts. **CLASS SCHEDULE:** Tuesdays, October 13, 20, and 27 - 6:30-9pm The ticket price includes all three dates. Students will learn the fundamentals of drawing, including paper and pencil basics, how to use shape and form to create depth, measuring and proportion, and rendering form with shade. What we will cover: Session One: We will learn how to draw the 3-dimensional world on a 2-dimensional surface using and enhancing basic forms. Session Two: We will learn how to use proportion in our drawings while adding a more thoughtful approach to our pencil abilities. Session Three: We will learn shading concepts and create a well-formed, proportioned, shaded drawing. Paper: We will examine the difference between Sketch and Drawing paper, smooth and rough surfaces, and those designed for pencils vs. charcoal. Pencils: Students will learn about the different grades of pencils and how to use them to create more effective drawings. We will practice cross-hatching and shading with pencil “washes.” Erasers: Using both kneaded and plastic erasers, students will create different drawing effects in their drawings. REQUIRED MATERIALS Graphite pencils 4h, 2b, 6b 11×14 inch Strathmore series 400 drawing pad Kneaded eraser