ALL ADULT PROGRAM REGISTRATIONS ARE DONE VIA EMAIL. Please email "enrollment@princetonacademyofart.com"  to request your application link for our full time program and digital registration form for part-time study. This includes registrations for night classes.

CLASSES BEGIN THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 8, 2025. Please see below for class schedule:

Evening Classes:

• Tuesdays 7:00PM - 9:00PM
• Wednesdays 7:00PM - 9:00PM

Princeton Academy of Art does not permit students to enroll in regular adult classes via our course catalog. At this time, our course catalog is used for adult workshops and youth program registrations only.

At Princeton Academy of Art, our academic programs are deeply rooted in the classical tradition, drawing inspiration from the Russian academic tradition and the influential curricula of the Italian and French Academies.

Students learn to begin working with an underpainting in earth tones to establish values and structure, followed by the gradual application of glazes to build depth and vibrancy, as well as direct painting methods. 

These techniques are paired with the study of constructive drawing, a cornerstone of representational art. Students develop a strong foundation by deconstructing complex forms into simple geometric shapes and mastering proportion, perspective, and anatomical accuracy. This approach allows artists to create advanced compositions with precision and accuracy.

The Princeton Academy of Art Pre-College Program is designed for students who wish to develop a strong foundation in the visual arts before entering a collegiate environment. Whether the student plans to pursue an art degree or whether art is their passion and will remain a part of their lives, students in this program get the chance to experience what visual arts in college will be like and will get to make work that reflects a deeper understanding of fine art in a global context.

Modeled after first-year programs at leading art institutions, this course emphasizes critical technical skills, conceptual development, and portfolio refinement. Through studio work, in-class and out of class lectures, and in-class workshops covering various course materials, students are equipped to meet the demands of higher education in the arts.

Students in this program explore the following interests:

• fine art
• architecture
• interior design
• computer animation
• fashion design
• animation
• concept art 

Dates: 

Session 1  (5 weeks): 4/8/26 - 5/8/2026

Session 2 (5 weeks): 5/13/26 - 6/12/26

Schedule: Wednesdays & Fridays, 4:30–5:30 PM

Location: This class is located at our 10 Nassau St location

We are delighted to introduce PRECAD Junior, a brand-new five-week program designed especially for our youngest aspiring artists. Meeting twice a week, this course provides children ages 5–7 with a joyful and structured introduction to art-making.

Students will strengthen grapho-motor skills while exploring creativity, penmanship, and early academic art principles. Students will be be introduced to the traditions of classical drawing, offering them a foundation that supports both artistic and academic growth.

*Ask us about our sibling discounts! Send us an email at enrollment@princetonacademyofart.com*

OPEN STUDIO FIGURE DRAWING

Thursdays Begins 11/6/2025

Fees: $18 public / $15 students (please email a copy of student ID to enrollment@princetonacademyofart.com  to receive the disccount code)

About: This focused evening session is dedicated to figure drawing from a live, nude model. This open studio is uninstructed and suitable for artists at any stage who wish to maintain a regular drawing practice and refine observational skills.

Format

Live model will participate in short gestural poses as well as longer, sustained poses.

Traditional studio setup with easels, drawing boards, clips and tape are provided.

Recommended For

• Artists building or maintaining figure-drawing fluency.
• Students preparing portfolios who need consistent practice from life.
• Educators and professionals seeking structured time with a model.

What you can Bring

• Vine/compressed charcoal
• Graphite
• Conte pencils
• Kneaded/white erasers, clips or tape
• Newsprint/drawing surfaces
• Watercolor paints

PAA will provide easels, boards, clips, tape, and pencils.

Studio Guidelines

• Ages 18+ (or enrolled teens with prior approval).
• No photography or video of the model.
• Please arrive early to set up; late arrivals should enter between poses.
• Respect the model and fellow artists; follow staff instructions regarding seating and sightlines.

*This class is located at our 10 Nassau St location*

This three-week class introduces students to the foundational ideas behind drawing and painting through a series of guided exercises. Working from simple subjects, students will learn how to observe shapes, understand light and shadow, and begin using color in a clear and structured way. Instruction focuses on building confidence while establishing core skills that support future study.

Dates: Tuesdays, May 19 - June 2, 4-6pm

or Wednesdays, May 20 - June 3, 5:30pm-7:30pm

Location: 10 Nassau St, Suite 23

All materials are included

This workshop introduces teens to the core principles of drawing and painting through a structured series of projects. Working from observation and references, students will develop an understanding of proportion, value, and color. Instruction will focus on building strong foundational skills that can be applied across different subjects and media.

Classes will include demonstrations, guided exercises, and individual feedback. 

Schedule:

Session 1: Tuesdays, May 19 – June 2 (3 weeks) OR

Session 2: Fridays, May 22 - June 5 (3 weeks)

Time: 6:00–9:00 PM 

Location: 10 Nassau St, Suite 23

Materials: All materials included

KIDS CONSTRUCTIVE DRAWING CAMP

July 8 - July 10 (Wed to Fri)

9:00am-12:00pm

*This class will be held at our second location at 10 Nassau St, Suite 23*

This focused three-day camp introduces students to the foundations of constructive drawing. Participants learn how to build objects from simple geometric forms, understand proportion, and organize space on the page with clarity and structure. Through guided demonstrations and individual instruction, students practice translating observation into solid, dimensional drawings. Emphasis is placed on careful looking, logical construction, and developing confidence in line and form.

All materials are included.

Location: 10 Nassau St, Suite 23

TEENS CONSTRUCTIVE DRAWING CAMP

July 8 - July 10 (Wed to Fri)

1:00pm - 4:00pm

*This class will be held at our second location at 10 Nassau St, Suite 23*

AGES 14+

This focused three-day camp introduces students to the foundations of constructive drawing. Participants learn how to build objects from simple geometric forms, understand proportion, and organize space on the page with clarity and structure. Through guided demonstrations and individual instruction, students practice translating observation into solid, dimensional drawings. Emphasis is placed on careful looking, logical construction, and developing confidence in line and form.

All materials are included.

Location: 10 Nassau St, Suite 23