Come join us and learn extremely effective ways to defend yourself in the streets. Training is based on the instructors study and interpretation (though not limited to) of Native Russian Martial Arts, which are based on the science of natural human motion, or bio-mechanics. We also train some basic grappling. Easily learn to at least double your striking power with no more than half the effort. Though we take training serious, the group is very layed back and easygoing. No yelling like in the mo …

Are you doing something cool and innovative with Tarot? Want to? This Meetup is all about taking your Tarot living to the next level. With art classes, workshops, improv, mixers, dances, and more, each month will be a new real-life adventure in Tarot. Classes will include Tarot instruction, some reading practice, and full-on, out-in-the-world activities. The best way to know is to do. Not limited to readers, this group is for anyone-- writers, painters, actors, innovators of all kinds-- looking …

This is the place for art and figure drawing in New York from the nude model! We offer a fun, serious session for artists and creative folks, with a great atmosphere and a great bunch of people. It's a supportive, uninstructed session where you're free to draw without judgement, and all levels of experience are welcome. We are one of the longest running groups of this kind on Meetup (possibly THE longest!). Have a look at our gallery to get a feel for some of the work our members do. We'd love t …

KUDAYO® is a newly developed movement discipline that seamlessly integrates three core disciplines: Martial Arts, Dance and Yoga. Each of the three core disciplines train one's balance, breath, strength, flexibility and coordination but not at all with the same methods or intentions. KUDAYO® brings these various methods and intentions into a single movement training system so that your body can experience much more of what it's capable of doing more efficiently than going to separate dance, yoga …

Susan Meyer who is a seasoned working professional Photographer for over 30 years and Photoshop Retoucher for over 10 years would like to share her years of experience and knowledge to Photography and Photoshop Lovers. It is open to all levels, but especially those who are just starting out and intermediate levels. We will also do some advanced shoots and projects with this group involving models. The group will meet at The duCret School of Art in Plainfield, NJ where Susan has taught for over 1 …

The Brooklyn Fiber Arts Guild isa community of fiber crafters throughout the New York City borough of Brooklyn. Through paid membership, the Guild offers members access to classes and events such as stash swaps, an annual luncheon, and charity projects. The Guild also hosts an annual World Wide Knit in Public Day event to teach others about all needlecrafting.

This group posts events hosted by Alwan for the Arts. Further information are @ www.alwanforthearts.org. Anyone interested in knowing more about Alwan for the Arts should sign up to this group. Alwan for the Arts serves the Arab community and educates the broader public by showcasing a range of cultural events, thereby enriching the cross- cultural and artistic encounter. Alwan is committed to maintaining a space for reflection, dialogue, and growth in the arts and cultures of the peoples of t …

Our main goal is to provide a resource and creative meeting facility for lovers all things hand-made. Focused in the Textile Arts, we offer courses, workshops, and special events.    Course topics include: Hand-Weaving on full sized multi-harness floor looms Screen-Printing in a state of the art facility  Dyeing (Natural + Synthetic) Fashion and Sewing Construction Embroidery, felting, and other needle arts Exploratory courses in Hat-Making, Shoe-Making, Silk Painting, Spinning, an …

Real Martial Arts for Real People A Free Intro Brazilian Jiujitsu(Gracie), Boxing, Mixed Martial Arts, Self Defense and/or Strength and Conditioning Workshop for the busy Professional.  Doctors, Lawyers, Consultants, Corporate, Construction workers, Dentists etc.  The workshops can be held at your place of business or in Lyndhurst NJ.  Between our families and careers, some of us haven't made the time or effort to exercise, eat healthy, just live an active lifestyle. Its from the keyboard to t …

"Find something you're passionate about and keep tremendously interested in it."  --Julia Child Want to get together with other artists? Want to maybe get some new ideas, work on a collage piece while chatting with a new artist friend?                             Then come join us at The Craftaholic's School of Art & Creativity!    Join the gang of fellow beginners and skilled artist for some art and creativity. Who couldn't use some art and fun in their life? We knit, make art, dra …

If your looking for a different kind of drawing class,here it is. We offer a chill atmosphere,great music, fabulous models & photographic style lighting, to add to the experience we are set up 360 degrees around.Everyones welcome don't be shy all mediums and levels,byob, new model every week 7-10pm $10

SWORD FIGHTING is a beautiful and fierce discipline with invaluable applications beyond performance, building focus, confidence, and inner as well as outer strength. It is also a great workout that develops muscle tone and flexibility, gets you moving, and improves posture and alignment. Join us for an exploration of this exhilarating and empowering art form! Please go to www.swepthilt.webpress.com for more info

Come and learn how to make necklace and earrings set and leave with jewelries you made! Choose from spring/summer color palettes of beads and pendants. It's a fun, creative class, where we come and learn jewelry making techniques and meet new people. Anybody can join. Any questions, please ask!! $15/person, ticket price benifits Gifted Hands NYC, non-profit charity to bring therapeutic art programs to under-served communities throughout NYC. All sales are tax-deductaible and you can get an recei …

Been meaning to draw more? Or enjoy Central Park more? Do both - and meet great people too! Come relax and learn with New York's largest drawing Meetup Group. We welcome people who: have a love of art and nature - want to meet new people - want to learn from other artists - want to see parks and museums - want to start drawing (including figure drawing), but classes are too expensive - draw all the time, or haven't drawn for years (or ever!) What makes our Meetups different? We like to shar …

… She clearly describes and demonstrates every step in the process of painting along the way, as well as giving each participant one on one assistance. This makes her workshops ideal for beginners or experienced painters.   * There is a fee for these meetups which varies depending on the event. See specific meet up for details. Further details of all workshops and classes can be seen here; www.ThePleinAirPaintingSchool.com

A group that brings together photographers and enthusiasts of all levels who are interested not only in the process of taking photographs, but in the final product. This group will bring people all the way to a finished Fine Art print.