Art Groups New York

Keith Haring Exhibit

Join us as we view a free exhibit entitled 'A World in Motion' featuring artwork by Keith Haring. After viewing the exhibit, we can visit a cafe called 'Blue Bottle Coffee'. [https://www.artwrld.com/exhibit/a-world-in-motion](https://www.artwrld.com/exhibit/a-world-in-motion) If you have questions or need to get in contact, I can be reached at 917-769-2168.

Museum of Jewish Heritage!

On Thursday, October 8th let’s go to the Museum of Jewish Heritage! 📜 5:45pm to 8pm Can join anytime! In Battery Park Free on Thursdays from 4 to 8pm Free, but RSVP recommended To reserve free ticket, please follow these instructions: Click this link: [https://mjhnyc.org/visitor-information/](https://mjhnyc.org/visitor-information/) Then scroll to this section: **FREE HOURS:** Admission to the Museum is free on Thursdays between 4pm – 8pm. To reserve your advance free admission, [please choose a Thursday from our admission ticketing calendar](http://898a.blackbaudhosting.com/898a/tickets?tab=3&txobjid=240de02f-69d4-4978-8de8-034474c9896f&_ga=2.67749329.1929223102.1641392340-1208651431.1571419872) and change the time dropdown to 4pm. Lox at Café Bergson on 2nd floor for drinks & bites (including coffee) Of course, please reach out if you have any questions! The not so fun rule on RSVPs Please only RSVP if you think you can make it and adjust your RSVP asap if anything changes (as there are other people who would like your spot). Two no shows or cancellations within 6 hours results in a 4 month ban. I will send a reminder 24 hours in advance to the group Thanks and can't wait to see you!

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!!

Meet Artists 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)

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!

All In-One Art Class

**All In-One Art Class** **October 8, 15, 22, 29, November 5, 12, and 19, 12pm - 1:30pm (Thursday)** **\*\*Discover Your Creative Potential with "All in One Art"!\*\*** **Join us for engaging art lessons tailored for all levels and ages, led by renowned artist Sungho Choi. Experience step-by-step techniques in still life, landscape, and portrait drawing and painting. You choose which medium to work in - charcoal, pastel, watercolor, oil paint, or mixed media. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced artist, there's something for everyone. Unleash your creativity and start your artistic journey with us today!** **Check out the artist’s website: [https://www.sunghochoi.com/](https://www.sunghochoi.com/)** **\*Registration begins September 24th through [www.paramuslibrary.org](http://www.paramuslibrary.org/).**

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)

Instructed Drawing Night at the Met

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.

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

Inside Harlem’s Art Scene: An Open Studios Discovery Walk

​Join Women of Culture for a special **Art-full Discovery Walk through the [Harlem Open Artist Studio Tour (HOAST)](https://artharlem.org/?utm_source=luma)**, offering a rare opportunity to step inside the studios, homes, and creative spaces of artists throughout Harlem. **[Advance Purchase Required here](https://luma.com/OpenStudiosDiscoveryWalk)** ​Rather than navigating the expansive Open Studios on your own, we’ll explore a thoughtfully **curated selection of stops led** by **Deborah Oster Pannell**, a multidisciplinary arts producer, writer, performer, and Curatorial and Artist Relations Director at ARTMoney Society. Along the way, Deborah will introduce us to artists, their work, and the ideas and stories shaping their creative practices. ​Together, we’ll experience the **energy, diversity, and distinctly personal character of Harlem’s contemporary art scene**—meeting artists where they work, discovering spaces we might never encounter otherwise, and gaining a more intimate perspective on how art takes shape. ​It’s an afternoon of **art, access, conversation, and discovery**, designed for anyone curious to go beyond the gallery walls and experience Harlem’s creative community from the inside. ​Those joining the **Full Experience** will begin over **brunch at [Settepani](https://www.settepani.com/?utm_source=luma)** in Harlem, with time to connect with fellow art lovers before heading out on our studio adventure. ​ **Why you’ll love this:** * ​🎨 **Step inside working artist studios** and explore spaces normally closed to the public. * ​🖌️ **Meet Harlem artists and hear directly from them** about their work, inspirations, and creative process. * ​✨ **Enjoy a thoughtfully curated route** that takes the guesswork out of navigating Open Studios and highlights some of the afternoon’s most interesting stops. *** ​**Full Schedule** ​**12pm \|** Harlem brunch at [Settepani](https://www.settepani.com/?utm_source=luma) 196 Malcolm X Blvd. ​**1:30\-4pm \|** Art-full Discovery walk through Harlem *** **[Advance Purchase Required here](https://luma.com/OpenStudiosDiscoveryWalk)** ​**Tickets:** ​**Non-member tickets:** * ​**Art-full Discovery walk only:** $45 first release; $50 full price ​**Art-full member tickets:** * ​**Art-full Discovery walk only:** $35 first release; $40 full price * ​**Full experience with brunch:** $70 first release; $75 full price ​**Art-full premier members** receive an additional 20% off. 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/))] 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.*

DRAWING FROM ART: ICELAND Lecture and Workshop with Charity Baker