CHIACOS STUDIO

Art studios in Manhattan rarely double as teaching spaces, but when they do, the Upper East Side tends to keep them quiet. CHIACOS STUDIO fits that mold—offering classes, workspace rentals, and occasional open-studio events without much fanfare. The setup is typical for the neighborhood: small, unassuming, and focused on the work rather than the spectacle.

The address is 306 E 61st St, 3rd floor, a building that blends into the block like any other pre-war walk-up. No signage screams for attention, just a buzzer and a stairwell that leads to a door most passersby would overlook. That’s the point, really—art spaces here thrive on discretion, letting the brushstrokes speak louder than the storefront.

Classes range from figure drawing to abstract techniques, though specifics shift with the season. Rental hours are posted online, though calling ahead is the surest way to confirm availability. Reach them at (212) 755-3800 if you’re curious about schedules or pricing. The studio’s approach is low-key, the kind that assumes you already know what you’re after.

For directions, the map is here: https://www.google.com/maps/place?ftid=0x89c258e62e00606b:0x43d7d557e6d49603. The rest is up to you—whether you show up for a class or just to see what’s on the easels.