Beginner Watercolor Classes in New York City
Calling all beginner watercolor enthusiasts! Nurture your creativity through the relaxation and inspiration of beginner watercolor classes! Beginner watercolor art classes are the perfect way to explore and express your inner-artist. If you are a complete beginner, you have come to the right place! New York City’s premiere art studio, The Art Studio NY, specializes in teaching beginner watercolor painting students the fundamental art techniques necessary to express yourself through art.
Through personalized art instruction and small NYC art class sizes, our beginner watercolor painting lessons teach you a wide variety of techniques, including: paintbrush usage, color mixing, color application, how to choose subject matter, how to find your unique painting style, and more!
Through our warm, non-judgemental, and encouraging approach to beginner watercolor classes, our students learn quickly as they celebrate their creative weekly progress. Beginner watercolor students rave about the personalized attention they receive, and all art instruction is tailored towards your individual needs and interests. Give yourself the gift of time, nurture yourself, and express yourself through NYC’s best beginner watercolor art classes!
Sessions run back to back, so you can start with any of them. If one has already begun, you can still join and pay only for the classes left.Upcoming sessions
Beginners Watercolor Painting Class — Online
Sundays, 11 am
Sundays, 6 pm
Tuesdays, 7 pm
Watercolor Painting for Total Beginners — In-Person NYC (W. 72nd St.)
Mondays, 7:30 pm
Thursdays, 10 am
Sundays, 6 pm
| Tuesday, September 8 | ||
 | 1-TIME BEGINNERS WATERCOLOR PAINTING WORKSHOP CLASS (In-Person at W. 72nd Art Studio NYC) Seats Open: 8 | Price: $65.00 |
| Sunday, September 13 | ||
 | 5 WEEK SESSION: BEGINNERS WATERCOLOR PAINTING CLASS ONLINE Seats Open: 6 | Price: $154.00 |
| | BEGINNERS WATERCOLOR PAINTING CLASS ONLINE Seats Open: 6 | Price: $279.00 |
| Monday, September 14 | ||
 | INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR PAINTING CLASS ONLINE Seats Open: 5 | Price: $339.00 |
 | WATERCOLOR PAINTING FOR TOTAL BEGINNERS (In-Person/ W. 72 NYC Art Studio) Seats Open: 7 | Price: $449.00 |
| Tuesday, September 15 | ||
 | WATERCOLOR PAINTING CLASS: HOW TO PAINT FLOWERS AND BOTANICALS (In-Person NYC W. 72 Art Studio) Seats Open: 11 | Price: $495.00 |
| | 5 WEEK SESSION: TOTAL BEGINNERS WATERCOLOR PAINTING CLASS ONLINE Seats Open: 6 | Price: $189.00 |
| Thursday, September 17 | ||
 | TOTAL BEGINNERS WATERCOLOR PAINTING CLASS (In-Person/ W. 72 NYC Art Studio) Seats Open: 11 | Price: $495.00 |
| Friday, September 18 | ||
 | WATERCOLOR PAINTING CLASS WEEKLY WORKSHOP: The Next Step for Beginners and Intermediate Level (In-Person/ W. 72 NYC Art Studio) Seats Open: 8 | Price: $495.00 |
| Saturday, September 19 | ||
 | 1-TIME BEGINNERS WATERCOLOR PAINTING ART CLASS IN CENTRAL PARK (In-Person NYC) Seats Open: 5 | Price: $49.00 |
| | 1-TIME BEGINNERS WATERCOLOR PAINTING WORKSHOP (In-person/ W72 NYC Art Studio) Seats Open: 11 | Price: $49.00 |
| Saturday, September 26 | ||
| | 1-TIME BEGINNERS WATERCOLOR PAINTING ART CLASS IN CENTRAL PARK (In-Person NYC) Seats Open: 7 | Price: $49.00 |
| Sunday, September 27 | ||
 | BEGINNERS OUTDOOR WATERCOLOR PAINTING CLASS: How to Paint from Nature, Flowers, Leaves, Trees, Landscape in Central Park NYC Seats Open: 4 | Price: $154.00 |
| | WATERCOLOR PAINTING CLASS FOR TOTAL BEGINNERS (In-Person/ W. 72 NYC Art Studio) Seats Open: 11 | Price: $399.00 |
| Saturday, October 3 | ||
| | 1 - TIME WATERCOLOR PAINTING WORKSHOP : How to Paint Flowers and Botanicals (In-person/ W72 NYC Art Studio) Seats Open: 11 | Price: $65.00 |
| Saturday, October 10 | ||
| | 1-TIME BEGINNERS WATERCOLOR PAINTING ART CLASS IN CENTRAL PARK (In-Person NYC) Seats Open: 5 | Price: $49.00 |
| Sunday, October 11 | ||
 | NYC ART RETREAT: Unlock Your Creativity through Expressive Drawing and Painting Seats Open: 7 | Price: $595.00 |
| Saturday, October 17 | ||
| | 1 - TIME WATERCOLOR PAINTING WORKSHOP : How to Paint Fall Landscapes (In-person/ W72 NYC Art Studio) Seats Open: 10 | Price: $65.00 |
| | 1-TIME BEGINNERS WATERCOLOR PAINTING ART CLASS IN CENTRAL PARK (In-Person NYC) Seats Open: 7 | Price: $49.00 |
| Sunday, October 18 | ||
| | 4 WEEK SESSION: BEGINNERS WATERCOLOR PAINTING CLASS ONLINE Seats Open: 7 | Price: $124.00 |
| Tuesday, October 20 | ||
 | 4 WEEK BEGINNERS WATERCOLOR PAINTING CLASS ONLINE : HOW TO PAINT FLOWERS Seats Open: 6 | Price: $149.00 |
| Saturday, October 24 | ||
 | 1-TIME BEGINNERS WATERCOLOR PAINTING WORKSHOP: How to Paint Portraits and Faces (In-person/ W72 NYC Art Studio) Seats Open: 11 | Price: $65.00 |
| Saturday, November 14 | ||
 | KIDS AND TEENS ARTISTS OPEN STUDIO CLASS: PAINTING, DRAWING AND MIXED MEDIA FOR ALL LEVELS (In-person/ W72 NYC Art Studio) Seats Open: 11 | Price: $65.00 |
| Sunday, November 15 | ||
| | 4 WEEK SESSION: BEGINNERS WATERCOLOR PAINTING CLASS ONLINE Seats Open: 7 | Price: $124.00 |
| | BEGINNERS WATERCOLOR PAINTING CLASS ONLINE : HOW TO PAINT FLOWERS Seats Open: 7 | Price: $249.00 |
| | WATERCOLOR PAINTING CLASS FOR TOTAL BEGINNERS (In-Person/ W. 72 NYC Art Studio) Seats Open: 11 | Price: $384.00 |
| Monday, November 16 | ||
| | INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR PAINTING CLASS ONLINE Seats Open: 7 | Price: $299.00 |
| | WATERCOLOR PAINTING FOR TOTAL BEGINNERS (In-Person/ W. 72 NYC Art Studio) Seats Open: 11 | Price: $439.00 |
| Tuesday, November 17 | ||
| | WATERCOLOR PAINTING CLASS: HOW TO PAINT FLOWERS AND BOTANICALS (In-Person NYC W. 72 Art Studio) Seats Open: 11 | Price: $439.00 |
 | 4 WEEK BEGINNERS WATERCOLOR PAINTING CLASS ONLINE: HOW TO PAINT LANDSCAPES Seats Open: 7 | Price: $149.00 |
| Thursday, November 19 | ||
| | TOTAL BEGINNERS WATERCOLOR PAINTING CLASS (In-Person/ W. 72 NYC Art Studio) Seats Open: 11 | Price: $329.00 |
| Friday, November 20 | ||
| | WATERCOLOR PAINTING CLASS WEEKLY WORKSHOP: The Next Step for Beginners and Intermediate Level (In-Person/ W. 72 NYC Art Studio) Seats Open: 11 | Price: $329.00 |
| Sunday, November 29 | ||
 | 1 - TIME WATERCOLOR PAINTING WORKSHOP : How to Paint Animals (In-person/ W72 NYC Art Studio) Seats Open: 11 | Price: $65.00 |
| Saturday, December 5 | ||
| | 1 - TIME WATERCOLOR PAINTING WORKSHOP : How to Paint Flowers and Botanicals (In-person/ W72 NYC Art Studio) Seats Open: 11 | Price: $65.00 |
| Sunday, December 13 | ||
| | 4 WEEK SESSION: BEGINNERS WATERCOLOR PAINTING CLASS ONLINE Seats Open: 7 | Price: $124.00 |
| Tuesday, December 15 | ||
 | 4 WEEK SESSION TOTAL BEGINNERS WATERCOLOR PAINTING CLASS ONLINE: Winter Season Holiday Greetings! Seats Open: 7 | Price: $149.00 |
| Saturday, January 2 | ||
| | 1-TIME BEGINNERS WATERCOLOR PAINTING WORKSHOP (In-person/ W72 NYC Art Studio) Seats Open: 11 | Price: $65.00 |
| Saturday, January 16 | ||
 | KIDS AND TEENS ARTISTS OPEN STUDIO CLASS: PAINTING, DRAWING AND MIXED MEDIA FOR ALL LEVELS (In-person/ W72 NYC Art Studio) Seats Open: 11 | Price: $65.00 |
A list of some watercolor tools and techniques that may be helpful to learn about:
- – Watercolor paints – Watercolor paints are a type of paint made from pigment suspended in a water-soluble binder. They come in a variety of colors and can be mixed together to create new shades and hues. Watercolor paints are typically sold in tubes or pans and are applied to paper using a brush.
- – Brushes – Brushes are an essential tool for watercolor painting. They come in a range of sizes and shapes, and the type of brush you use will depend on the effect you want to achieve. Round brushes are good for detailed work and line work, while flat brushes are good for large areas and washes.
- – Watercolor paper – Watercolor paper is a type of paper specifically designed for use with watercolor paints. It is heavier and more absorbent than regular paper, which helps to prevent the paper from warping or wrinkling when wet. Watercolor paper comes in a range of sizes and textures, and you can choose the one that best fits your needs.
- – Palette – A palette is a flat surface used for mixing paints. Palettes can be made from a variety of materials, such as plastic, wood, or ceramic, and they come in a range of shapes and sizes. Watercolor palettes often have shallow wells or cups for holding individual paints.
- – Pencils – Pencils are a useful tool for sketching out a drawing before you start painting. You can use a range of pencils, from very soft (6B) to very hard (6H), depending on the effect you want to achieve. Pencils are also useful for adding detail and texture to your painting.
- – Eraser – An eraser is a useful tool for correcting mistakes or removing excess pencil lines from your painting. There are many types of erasers, including kneaded erasers, which can be molded into different shapes, and plastic erasers, which are good for removing hard lines.
- – Masking fluid – Masking fluid is a special liquid that you can apply to areas of your painting that you want to protect from color. It is usually applied with a brush and can be removed later with an eraser or by rubbing it off with your finger. Masking fluid is a useful tool for creating clean, defined lines or for preserving the white of the paper in specific areas.
- – Salt – Salt is a simple but effective tool for adding texture to your watercolor paintings. Simply sprinkle a little salt onto wet paint, and the salt will absorb some of the paint and create a mottled, textured effect. You can use any type of salt, from table salt to kosher salt.
- – Spray bottle – A spray bottle is a useful tool for adding texture and interest to your watercolor paintings. You can use it to spritz water onto wet paint to create a variety of effects, from delicate splatters to larger, more defined drops.
- – Water container – A water container is an essential tool for watercolor painting. You’ll need a container for rinsing your brushes and for mixing
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