A $20 registration fee will be applied to the total.Must be 16 years or older to take this class.
- Color to Canvas: Oil Painting Basics *NEW* Lynnanne O'Connor Daly128.0 | Wed, 5:30 - 8:30 PM | Room F Begins April 8 | $262 | 6 weeks remainStarting from the beginning, students will be shown the proper handling of oil paint, including set-up and clean-up best practices. This class will explore the qualities that make oil painting unique, such as the ability of painting wet on wet, dry- brush, and the importance of the brush stroke; as well as explore various painting styles and techniques, referencing artists, and looking at classical and modern qualities of art. Students will paint from life and imagination, while learning the importance of observation. Students will be taught how to mix color, how to look at proportions and see light and shadow. Students will be shown distinctions specific to oil painting. They will learn how to work in a compositional manner.This class meets once a week for 8 weeks.
Comic Book Drawing for Young Artists Julia Ricci
702.6 | Sun, 10:00 - 12:00 PM | Room A Begins April 26 | $332 | 10 weeks Embark on an exciting journey into the world of comic book creation! This class covers all the essential skills needed to have students bring their stories and characters to life, including anatomy, perspective, character design, and storytelling. Students will learn how to draw dynamic figures with accurate proportions, craft expressive faces to convey emotion, and design memorable characters that captivate their target audience.As students work through the comic creation process, they'll develop their unique narrative ideas into a comic of their own. From sketching out rough concepts to inking and refining final pages, they'll gain hands-on experience in every step of production. Whether their goal is to create a personal project, build a portfolio, or simply explore a new art form, this class will provide the skills and inspiration to have students tell their story through comics.Ages 9 through 12.This class meets once a week for 10 weeks.A $20 registration fee will be applied to your total.- Ceramic Open Studio - Walk in or sign up for full 10 weeks!
- No School Daze: Friday, March 20, 2026AM Session: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM PM Session 12:00 PM - 1:30 PMNo school today? Join us at Art Lab for this No School Daze pop up art class. Children will do an art project related to the holiday event, artist, or art genre, while socializing and having fun! One session per child. Siblings are welcome.This program is Generously sponsored by Con Edison.If you register and cannot attend, please inform us at 718-447-8667 at your earliest convenience.This program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.
- Still-Life Drawing, Portrait, & Landscape Griselda Healy112.1 | Thu 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM | Room B Begins April 16 | $354 | 10 weeksThe class will concentrate on still life, observing and drawing different objects, creating the illusion of three-dimensional forms using paper and pencil. Value relationships, shape relationships, line quality and perspective will be demonstrated and discussed. These fundamental tools of design will strengthen your skills towards creating expansive space demonstrating strong three-dimensional forms in your compositions. Portrait drawing and landscape drawing are also subject options. For those students who are painters, this workshop will inform and strengthen your work. This is also an excellent class for young students working towards completing their portfolios.Beginners are welcome.This class meets once a week for 10 weeks.A $20 Registration fee will be applied to your total.See below for supply list.
- Intro to Digital Photography Charles DiBartolo414.3 | Thu 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM | Room B Begins April 9 | $236 | 6 weeksLearn how to get your camera off automatic. Students will be taught about aperture, ISO, and shutter speed and how they all relate to getting the shot you desire. Properly expose your images through exposure lessons, shooting, and in-class review. Includes discussions of camera settings, sensors, lenses, and file formats. Students will learn to shoot in different lighting, objects in motion, indoor, and outdoor scenes. Various topics will be discussed about your digital camera, flash, manual settings, and editing.There will be a $20 registration fee added to your total.
- Ceramic Handbuilding for Young Artists (Ages 9-12) Henry "Hank" Glener782.1 | Wed, 4:00 - 6:00 PM | Room E Begins April 22 | $347 | 10 WeeksStudents will learn different varieties of clay work such as coil, slab, pinch pots, joined clay and pressed molds, which will be glazed with different glazing methods and fired in the onsite kiln. Students will have the opportunity to explore their own creativity.All materials, including clay, are included.This class meets once a week for 10 weeks.A $20 registration fee will be applied to the total.
- Full Day meets Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9:30am - 4:00pm.Please, pack ample snack and drink, as well as lunch. Please, note if your child has any allergies.
- Ceramic Techniques Ryan MinkoffCeramic Techniques will focus on teaching the basics of sculpting with handbuilding techniques such as slabs, coils, pinch pots, and molding. Students will also learn how to use a combination of those various techniques and how to attach pieces by scoring and slipping the pieces. This class will cover everything you need to know about sculpting, wedging clay, working with tools, glaze vs. underglaze, and how to finish your piece. Each student is encouraged to come into class with their own ideas of things they would like to sculpt or they can try out some of the suggested projects that Ryan will provide for you.Great for both those who are looking for an introduction to handbuilding and those who are more experienced, looking to improve their skills, or to have dedicated studio time to work on ceramic projects.A $20 registration fee will be applied to the total.Materials: Tools and glazes are provided, but you will need your own block of clay which you can buy at Art Lab for $26.54 on your first day of class.Students that are interested in acquiring their own glazes should find low-fire glazes that fire at cone 05 or 06, not cone 5 or 6, those are mid-fire glazes which will not work for low-fire clay.
- Winter Immersion - Full Day Ages 6-12Monday through Friday February 16 -20, 20269:00AM-5:00PM | $445 |Campers will enjoy hands on art activities in drawing, painting, sculpture, collage and more. They will learn, while having fun making art. Children will learn basic art principles and will be introduced to famous artists and their techniques. Children will be put into age groups of 6-8 and 9-12 if possible. All class materials are supplied and included in the tuition price. $20 registration fee will be applied to your total.Please bring a lunch, snack and, water. Alert us to any allergies or other pertinent information.
- What to do during the February 2026 public school winter break? Try Art Lab's Winter Immersion to create away the winter blues. Many art media will be explored. Professional teaching artist led sessions. Art, fun, friends! For ages 6-12.*Please, indicate in the notes section your child's age. Be sure to bring an ample snack and drink for your child and indicate if your child has any allergies.
- What to do during the February 2026 public school winter break? Give Art Lab's Winter Immersion a whirl to break away from the winter blues. Professional teaching artist led sessions exploring different visual art media. Art, fun, friends! For ages 6-12.*Please, indicate in the notes section your child's age.
