Figure Drawing Techniques Class

Figure drawing in NYC with live models and hands-on guidance for all skill levels!


Drawing America
Drawing America
Instagram followers 16k followers
4.0 (2)

2.5 hours Location East Village Class size 1 to 7 (public classes), 8 to 18   $35 - $40 ($40 per guest when you book for 1+ guests, $35/guest for 3+ guests)

Step into the studio, shake off the city buzz, and discover how fun and freeing figure drawing can be! In this welcoming figure drawing class in NYC, you’ll learn to see the human form in a whole new way -- one expressive line at a time. Whether you’re brand new to drawing or brushing up on your skills, this class makes figure drawing for beginners feel natural, supportive, and surprisingly relaxing.
Each week, your instructor will kick things off with a short demo and a chat about different drawing techniques, from contour to gesture to shading. Then, you’ll get plenty of hands-on time to draw from a live model and receive personalized feedback that helps you grow without pressure. You’ll explore proportions, movement, and expression -- all while building confidence in how to figure draw with your own unique style!
Bring along a pad (up to 18×24), a 2H, HB, and 4B pencil, and an eraser -- or grab a convenient Drawing Class Materials pack right here. Whether you’re looking for drawing classes that spark creativity or just searching for things to do in NYC that feed your artistic side, this class is your new creative escape!
Please Note:
Please bring a pad up to 18Ă—24, a 2H, HB, and 4B pencil, and an eraser, or purchase a Drawings Class Materials pack below!

Upcoming dates for Figure Drawing Techniques Class

Times are New York time. Dates and prices as of 14 Nov 2026, 9:00pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

58 upcoming dates between 20 Nov 2026 and 24 Dec 2027.

  • Fri, Nov 20 2026, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Nov 27 2026, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Dec 4 2026, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Dec 11 2026, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Dec 18 2026, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Dec 25 2026, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Jan 1 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
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  • Fri, Jan 29 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Feb 5 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Feb 12 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Feb 19 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Feb 26 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Mar 5 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Mar 12 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Mar 19 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Mar 26 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Apr 2 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Apr 9 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Apr 16 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Apr 23 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Apr 30 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, May 7 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
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  • Fri, May 28 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
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  • Fri, Jun 25 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Jul 2 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
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  • Fri, Jul 16 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Jul 23 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Jul 30 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
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  • Fri, Aug 27 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Sep 3 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Sep 10 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Sep 17 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Sep 24 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Oct 1 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Oct 8 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Oct 15 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Oct 22 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Oct 29 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Nov 5 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Nov 12 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Nov 19 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Nov 26 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Dec 3 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Dec 10 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Dec 17 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Fri, Dec 24 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
What you'll get
  • A 20-minute drawing demonstration
  • 2.5 hours of instructed figure drawing!
  • Hands-on drawing time with a live model
  • Personalized feedback from the instructor
  • Confidence, relaxation, and creative expression through figure drawing
Knowledge required
All skill levels are welcome!
What to bring
  • Pad up to 18Ă—24, 2H, HB, and 4B pencils, and an eraser (or purchase a Drawing Class Materials pack)
  • Your creativity!
  • An open mind
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or bachelorette party.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mom, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

15 Gramercy Park South, New York, NY

This venue is within walking distance of 23 St, 14 St–Union Sq, 14 St - Union Sq, 3 Av and 28 St stations

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Drawing America
Drawing America

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Drawing America is a community of over 9400 members who love to draw and paint.
DA helps people make "real and tangible progress" with their drawings whether they are absolute beginners, intermediate sketchers, or professional artists.
We meet several times a week, in person and online. to draw from a live model. We have both instructed and uninstructed classes.
Drawing America hosts full-day workshops with exceptional drawing and painting teachers as well as presenting artist demonstrations and drawing competitions.
DA also creates original content for museums and cultural institutions in New York City including The Morgan Library, The Museum of The City of New York, and The Museum of Arts and Design.
We hope this group provides both a place to practice your drawing as well as learn about exciting drawing sessions and exhibitions throughout New York.

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