ART UNWIND: BYOB BEGINNERS PAINTING, DRAWING and CREATIVE SELF-EXPRESSION CLASS (In-Person/ W. 72 NYC Art Studio)

Instructor: Jonah Johnson

September 18 - November 13

9 Sessions

Fridays, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Seats Open: 11

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$369.00 USD  
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NOTE: This is an In-Person Art Class.

 

🎨 ART UNWIND: BYOB Painting, Drawing & Creative Self-Expression Night

A Class for your Creative Wellness.  Relax. Sip. Create. End Your Week with Self-care. 

Looking for a unique Friday night activity in NYC? Trade the stress of the workweek for a paintbrush, a glass of your favorite wine, and an evening of creativity, relaxation, and connection at The Art Studio NY, NYC's #1-rated art studio.

Whether you've never picked up a paintbrush or haven't made art since childhood, this welcoming beginner art class is designed especially for non-artists, total beginners, and anyone craving a creative escape. No talent or experience is required—just bring your favorite bottle of wine (or beverage of choice), an open mind, and a willingness to unwind.

Each Friday evening, you'll explore a different creative experience through painting, drawing, art journaling, and expressive mixed-media while learning easy, step-by-step techniques in our famous fear-free, non-judgmental environment. Rather than striving for perfection, you'll discover the joy of slowing down, expressing yourself, and reconnecting with your creativity in a warm, supportive community.

This isn't just an art class—it's your weekly creative exhale.

✨ In Art Unwind, You Will:

  • BYOB and enjoy a relaxing, meditative, and expressive Friday night with similar community-oriented New Yorkers
  • Explore beginner-friendly acrylic painting, drawing, abstract art, mixed-media, and art journaling
  • Learn foundational artistic techniques including color mixing, composition, expressive brushwork, mark-making, shading, texture, and creative layering
  • Experiment with intuitive painting, expressive drawing, and creative prompts designed to help you relax and let go of perfection
  • Discover art journaling as a powerful tool for mindfulness, self-reflection, and authentic self-expression
  • Receive personalized guidance from a professional NYC artist in a supportive, encouraging small-group environment
  • Connect with a welcoming community while creating meaningful artwork you'll be proud to take home
  • Experience the science-backed benefits of creativity, including stress relief, improved mood, increased confidence, relaxation, mindfulness, and renewed inspiration

Whether you're searching for beginner art classes in NYC, BYOB painting classes, Friday night date ideas, creative things to do in NYC, painting classes for adults, drawing classes for beginners, or simply a relaxing way to end your week, Art Unwind offers the perfect blend of creativity, community, and self-care.

Leave the workweek behind. Pour a glass. Pick up a paintbrush. Come home to yourself through art.

 

Art Class Materials:

Materials are not included.

You will need:

  • Pencil and eraser
  • an Acrylic/craft Paints Set (Base set should have white, yellow, red, blue, and black)
  • Paint Brushes (variety of sizes)
  • Palette Knife- metal
  • Palette or palette paper pad (looks like wax paper)
  • Journal or Mixed Media Paper Pad 9x12 inches or larger
  • 1 value pack of Canvas boards any size 3-5 pieces
  • Painter's Masking Tape  (Tape you can remove)
  • Cup/Jar for Water,
  • Optional:
    • Collage materials- decorative papers, magazines,  craft tissue or found materials/objects
    • Scissors
    • Acrylic Medium Gel
    • Glue stick or craft glue, Charcoal, Oil pastels, Watercolors or any other media you'd like to incorporate
    • Wine or something to drink.  No hard liquor please.

Purchase supplies from our online materials list.


Venue:  

Address:
243 West 72nd St., 2nd Floor, New York, New York, 10023, United States

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