Join us at the Art Cart for free workshops all summer long.
Participants paint self-portrait in acrylic, working from a mirror. The focus is on observation over likeness: finding the big shapes, light areas, and shadow masses rather than worrying about getting every feature perfect.
What
The Art Cart offers free classes in a wide range of artistic techniques and topics, for a range of ages and interest groups. Visit us on the Upper Terrace, behind the New York Public Library. Registration typically opens one-two weeks in advance.
When + where
The Art Cart is open daily 11am-7pm. Find it on the 42nd Street side of the park on the Fountain Terrace behind the New York Public Library.
Registration
We recommend registering in advance but walk-up participants will be accepted as long as there are materials avaliable. Please note that if you arrive more than 30 minutes late, we cannot guarantee a spot for you in the workshop regardless of your registration status.
Registration typically opens 1-2 weeks in advance. Return here for registation link.