Begin your immersion into the world of watercolors.
Learn the basics of watercolor painting including—paint, brush, paper, value, color mixing, wash, wet-in-wet, wet-over-dry. Move on to form, light, color, and composition. Demonstrations will be included in the online class. Classes will include short overviews of historical and contemporary watercolors.
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Bernardo Rodriguez is a multifaceted artist whose journey from the Dominican Republic to the bustling streets of New York City has deeply influenced his creative narrative. His passion for crafting intricate, detailed illustrations and paintings seamlessly melds with his personal experiences, often culminating in depictions of the human experience, the intimate corners of New York, and poignant everyday moments.
A majority of Bernardo’s art gravitates towards portraits, capturing the essence of his subjects with unparalleled precision. His talent and dedication have led to i ...
A majority of Bernardo’s art gravitates towards portraits, capturing the essence of his subjects with unparalleled precision. His talent and dedication have led to international acclaim, with his illustrations gracing the pages of The New Yorker, The Marshall Project, and Italy’s Domus magazine.
In 2022, Bernardo achieved his MFA from the School of Visual Arts, an accomplishment underscored by his receipt of the Paula Rhodes Memorial Award for excellence in illustration. His distinction did not end there, as he was also chosen as the graduate speaker for the class of 2022, delivering his address at the iconic Radio City Music Hall.
Beyond academic achievements, Bernardo’s art has been recognized and embraced by galleries and museums worldwide. His works have adorned the walls of SVA’s Chelsea Gallery, Peekskill’s H-Art Gallery, 13 Frost Gallery in Brooklyn, and Syracuse University’s Gallery in Florence, Italy, where he immersed himself in the rich artistry of the city. Recently, his art found a proud place in the esteemed Long Island Museum, a testament to its significance and appeal.
Drawing for Beginners
Watercolors for Absolute Beginners
Cartooning: Ink & Imagination
Drawing and Painting
Mindful Artmaking
Mindful Artmaking Evening: Connecting Breath and Creativity
Painting Instructor, Melanie Kozol, received an MFA from the School of Visual Arts and a BA from Connecticut College. Kozol’s awards include an NEA Visual Arts Fellowship for Painting, a grant to study drawing at the New York Studio School and the Bill Prize at Connecticut College. She has been awarded residencies at Skowhegan School of Painting and Sculpture, The Constance Saltonstall Foundation for the Arts, Ithaca, NY; Virginia Center for Creative Arts, Amherst, VA; and the Clipperton Project, North Sea, Scotland. Melanie’s work has been exhibited with Kenise Barnes Fine Art, ...
Painting Instructor, Melanie Kozol, received an MFA from the School of Visual Arts and a BA from Connecticut College. Kozol’s awards include an NEA Visual Arts Fellowship for Painting, a grant to study drawing at the New York Studio School and the Bill Prize at Connecticut College. She has been awarded residencies at Skowhegan School of Painting and Sculpture, The Constance Saltonstall Foundation for the Arts, Ithaca, NY; Virginia Center for Creative Arts, Amherst, VA; and the Clipperton Project, North Sea, Scotland. Melanie’s work has been exhibited with Kenise Barnes Fine Art, Kathryn Markel Fine Arts, Weber Fine Arts, Project Room 88, Alexander Gallery and DFN. Recently her work has been shown at the Painting Center, bfpcreative, BRIC and the Lake George Courthouse Gallery. Her paintings are in numerous public and private collections including the Comptroller of the Currency, the Pfizer Corporation, Deutsche Bank, Bellagio Hotel and the Triomphe at the Iroquois Hotel. In addition to teaching at 92nd Street Y she is a professor in the Pre-College Division at Pratt Institute. She lives and works in Brooklyn. www.melaniekozol.com.
Oil Painting (Intermediate/Advanced)
Watercolor Painting (Intermediate/Advanced)
Watercolor Painting & Sketching for Travel
Painting in Ireland Masterclass
Carla Aurich received an MFA from the University of Iowa with a focus in painting and printmaking. She has lived and worked in New York City since 1998. In addition to teaching at 92nd Street Y, she is an instructor of painting, drawing, printmaking and design at Yeshiva University, an instructor at the Abruzzi Mountain Workshop and has taught a summer program for the SUNY school system. She is a recipient of a NYA 9/11 grant, Pelzer-Lynch fellowship and a Who's Who among American Teachers and Educators. Carla's work is exhibited nationally and internationally including recent shows No Chromophobia, OK Harris Gallery, 2008, and Runnels Gallery at Eastern New Mexico University, 2009. For more information please visit her website at: carlaaurich.com
Watercolor Painting (Beginner/Intermediate)
Approaches to Abstraction with Watercolor for Beginners
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