Algebra: Rules and Symbols

Gain an introduction to the terminology, concepts, and basic principles of landscape design through lectures and simple two-dimensional exercises.  This course is recommended for students with little or no background in design who want to design for their own home or who are considering a Certificate.

This advanced course and accompanying tasting will engross you in the wonderfully complex world of hops which are the delicate, cone-like flower giving many of your favorite brews their delicious and complex aromas and flavors. Hops are wonderfully diverse and are used for multiple purposes. Each variety imparts a uniquely different scent and flavor...

Thrillingly minimalized by Jean-Michel Frank in the 1920s, Marie-Laure and Charles de Noailles’s Paris residence became a real thing of wonder over time, as treasures — and tackiness — obliterated the celebrated bareness that came before.

Learn and master the beautiful art of calligraphy and hand lettering in this class for adults. Understand the structure of letters and explore three basic styles based on classic forms that you can adapt for gift enclosures, envelopes and more. Learn about pens, brushes, inks, papers and the tools of the trade and how to use them, and begin to develop...

Advance your carving skills through demonstrations and individual instruction. All classes scheduled to occur onsite are subject to state and federal safety guidelines. In the event that some, or all, of the meetings of the course cannot happen in person at 92Y, classes will be held at the schedule time in a virtual format via a video conferencing...

This class will cover findings—soldering a post, making French ear wires, texturing with burs, geometric earrings, and tube setting. Discussion on how to create and at home studio, tools and supplies needed. For the Supply List, please CLICK HERE All classes scheduled to occur onsite are subject to state and federal safety guidelines. In the...

Drawing from life and photographic reference, here we shall learn how to draw the human figure in an informal setting with no embarrassment. Starting with the basic building blocks of contour and gesture drawing, Students create pictures that go beyond stick figures to life-like renditions of what you see. Proportion and in-depth video demonstrations...

This 1-day refresher course combines lectures, discussions and hand-on workshops to extend the accreditation of individuals who are accredited project managers. Course Content: State-of-the-art work practices Air monitoring Regulatory overview Additional Fee: NY State Department of Labor License for $150

Learn to incorporate colored glass into your jewelry while creating settings and forms in metal for this amazing technique. Perfect for jewelers who want to continue making jewelry while adding another design element to their work. All classes scheduled to occur onsite are subject to state and federal safety guidelines. In the event that some, or...

Dive into 92Y’s painting studios to further hone your oil painting skills and artistic voice. In this intermediate/advanced class, students will work on class prompts, individual assignments, and independent projects to challenge their technical and conceptual skills. Classes focus on advanced level representational topics, abstract ideas, and technical...

Learn the basics of raising, sinking, and forging copper and sterling silver. Make a small bowl and a forged bangle or object of smithed jewelry using the techniques covered in class. All classes scheduled to occur onsite are subject to state and federal safety guidelines. In the event that some, or all, of the meetings of the course cannot happen...

Discover the beautiful medium of soft pastel! Learn the fundamentals of color theory and develop your drawing skills. Get inspired by classic still-lifes, the figure, or photographs. Classes include demonstrations, lectures, and real time individual feedback. For the Supply List, please CLICK HERE

Ellen Carey’s experimental photographic practice challenges representational subject matter and embraces an abstract approach. Traditionally, photograms are made with objects blocking light, but Carey’s images remove the barrier between light and paper, rendering light as the subject in her works. Carey will give a lecture shedding light on her...

This 3-day course is designed to accredit individuals who determine how asbestos abatement work should be conducted. It combines lectures, discussions and demonstrations. Any person who plans the scope, timing, phasing and/or remediation methods to be utilized on any asbestos project shall possess a valid project designer certificate and shall have...

Turn one ring into 100! Learn to design and create wax models for casting. All classes scheduled to occur onsite are subject to state and federal safety guidelines. In the event that some, or all, of the meetings of the course cannot happen in person at 92Y, classes will be held at the schedule time in a virtual format via a video conferencing platform....

Study techniques in cloisonné and champlevé, grisaille and plique-à-jour. Create solderless enamel jewelry, wall pieces or small objects on copper, silver or gold, or on cast pieces. All classes scheduled to occur onsite are subject to state and federal safety guidelines. In the event that some, or all, of the meetings of the course cannot happen...

Design and create Jewish ceremonial art under the guidance of master craftsmen.  Develop technical skills while learning the historical significance of objects associated with Jewish ceremony. Competent metalworking and soldering skills required. All classes scheduled to occur onsite are subject to state and federal safety guidelines. In the...

Develop strategies, preparatory drawings and theory with artist James Sheehan. Learn from technique-based demonstrations and lectures that touch upon art history and developing concepts to help you prepare for larger paintings in the studio. Students will develop their practice through group and individual exercises. Class focuses on the importance...

This Infant Safety & CPR for expectant parents or parents of babies up to age 1. The instructors will be able to watch your technique as you learn and you’ll be able to speak with them so bring your own doll or pillow. This class is a blend of lecture, demonstration and practice and will cover infant CPR protocols and techniques, plus relief...

Drawing from the figure and photographic resources, a study of how the face is drawn. Step-by-step approach of training how to draw the head in proportion using the Loomis method. Proportion and in-depth video demonstrations are all provided. This includes printed handouts, Short video lectures and demonstration, as well as a quick video lecture on...