NYC: Abstract Painting with Palette Knives – Small Group
Overview
Elevate your artistic skills with this exclusive abstract painting class led by a professional artist guide who holds a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) and serves as an adjunct professor. This intimate painting experience is capped at just six students, ensuring you receive personalized attention and expert feedback throughout the session.
Perfect for beginners and intermediate artists alike, this course will help you master the palette knife technique to unlock a powerful, dynamic style of abstract art. Discover creative freedom in a hands-on environment and produce your own unique masterpiece on canvas.
What you'll get:
Guided by a professional, MFA-holding artist, you'll receive personalized guidance in a small group of up to ten. The workshop offers hands-on practice with palette knives to learn this unique technique. At the end of the session, you'll take home your finished abstract painting and a complimentary poster keepsake.
What's Included
- Bottled water 1 Free Bottled Water
- Art Materials: (One) 16" x 20" sized canvas, Nontoxic Acrylic Paints, Multiple Palette Knives
- One Free 24" X 36" Poster of the Artist's artwork ($40 Value)
Meeting Location
388 Canal Place
Bronx, NY 10451, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
The painting class is designed for anyone interested in exploring abstract-style painting using palette knives, welcoming both beginners and novice painters. This 1.5-hour course will teach an appreciation for nontraditional painting techniques and is divided into four parts:
Introduction (10 minutes)
Brief self-introduction and discussion on abstract/non-representational art.
Overview of the materials to be used during the session.
Demonstration (10 minutes)
A concise, step-by-step demonstration on how to start your abstract painting.
The use of acrylic or water-based paints, chosen for their quick drying properties, ensures the activity progresses smoothly.
Production Time (60 minutes)
First 10 minutes: Participants will set up their canvases and practice using palette knives to get comfortable with the tools.
Remaining 50 minutes: Hands-on painting session where participants create their own abstract artworks while the instructor provides individual feedback and guidance.
Wrap-Up (10 minutes)
Conclude the session with time for cleaning up materials and reflecting on the art-making experience.
NOTE: You will receive a free poster after completing the session.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Activity code: C-5541974P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
- Bottled water. 1 Free Bottled Water.
- Art Materials: (One) 16" x 20" sized canvas, Nontoxic Acrylic Paints, Multiple Palette Knives.
- One Free 24" X 36" Poster of the Artist's artwork ($40 Value).
The minimum age to participate is 11. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the NYC: Abstract Painting with Palette Knives – Small Group is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for NYC: Abstract Painting with Palette Knives – Small Group will be included in your confirmation email from Cool New York City. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Bottled water1 Free Bottled Water
- Art Materials: (One) 16" x 20" sized canvas, Nontoxic Acrylic Paints, Multiple Palette Knives
- One Free 24" X 36" Poster of the Artist's artwork ($40 Value)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
