Classes at Push/Pull!
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Upcoming Classes
Comics
Watercolor Techniques for Comic Artists with RJ
Class sessions are August 14th, 21st, 28th 5pm - 6:30pm at Push/Pull
(2000 NW Market St, in the upper studio)
Comics are great. Comics with watercolor? Even better. Delve into this popular traditional art form and fiddle with the techniques just right for your zine-making adventures.
Through this class series, students will gain confidence in watercolor techniques and tools to create just the right effects for your ideas. We’ll learn the basics of working with watercolor, using tools you can find in your own home, using resists, and explore color theory to create the right mood for your comics. For you multimedia artists out there, we’ll also workshop how to layer on other mediums such as pen, pencils, gouache, acrylic, and more.
There will be lots of time for play and exploration. At the end of the class, students will create a short comic strip or zine using techniques learned throughout the course.
This class is best suited for those who are interested in watercolor but want to gain confidence and experience. Though it’s not required, students are also recommended to have some experience drawing comics or have ideas for comics they want to make.
Materials and tools are provided and you will receive 15% off art supply sales the day of class.
Late Summer Haiku Comics
Sessions for this class are ONLINE 8/21, 8/28 & 9/11 (no class 9/4) from 1pm - 2:30pm PST (Seattle local time). Recorded sessions are available for those that miss the live session and are registered.
This is a poetry comics class for the end of summer. We will focus on writing haiku poems and making them into short comics of roughly 3 or 4 panels. We’ll meet online for 3 Sunday sessions. Each time we will look at notable examples of both haiku and cartooning by established masters. The instructor will teach comics-making techniques in each session, and, unique to this class, will also focus on basic watercolor techniques. A prompt will be given to get you started writing a haiku. Then a separate prompt will be given to help you draw and paint your poem as a short haiku comic. We’ll spend some time writing and drawing together. The instructor will also briefly go over subjects ranging from aspects of Japanese history, to literary translation, to manga, to color theory. Students will be able to share their work privately online, if they wish, to receive instructor and classmate feedback. All skill levels are welcome. (This class is for adults.)
About the instructor:
Seattle artist David Lasky co-authored the graphic novel Carter Family: Don’t Forget This Song, which won comics’ Eisner Award in 2013. He is the colorist of the Newbery Honor Book El Deafo. When not drawing comics, he likes to write poetry in his spare time, and sometimes combines art forms to make ‘poetry comics’. David has been a graphic novel instructor for 15 years, teaching to all ages and skill levels.
For this class you'll need:
Tech: A Computer or Device with Zoom and Internet access.
A scanner or phone camera would also be helpful.
Art Supplies:
Required:
Pencils, Eraser, Drawing paper
Optional (and strongly recommended):
Writing Paper or Notebook
Inking Pens (ink should be waterproof to use with paints)
Watercolor Supplies:
- A tray of colors or paint in tubes (or in bottle caps from Push Pull). Have at least three warm colors (i.e. red, orange, yellow) and three cool colors (i.e. blue, green, violet).
- 2 round brushes, a small and a medium size are recommended
- 1 flat brush, medium sized
- a pad of 9 x 12" Canson XL watercolor paper (or student's preferred size and brand of watercolor paper)
A Water Cup for rinsing brushes
Paper towels
Optional:
Any other preferred color media (colored pencils, markers, etc)
A Ruler
Artist's Tape
**Registered participants will receive 15% off supplies for this class from Push/Pull. Please verify your discount before checking out. We can provide you suggestions for what will work for your budget and skill level while you are in.**
Please contact us at info@pushpullseattle.com for available scholarships.
Drawing - Graphite, Ink & More
Botanical Sketching at the Locks with Maxx
Learn the art of capturing the natural environment on paper, while getting to know one of Ballard's most beautiful spaces.
Maxx Follis-Goodkind will show you how to look at plants in a scientific way to improve your art. You'll also learn cultural and historical information about plants to help you better appreciate their context in the garden. Beyond drawing, you'll get guidance in selecting paint colors and watercolor sketching techniques.
Classes meet at the entrance of the Ballard Locks at 11am and we will walk together to a location in the garden/park area to draw and learn. Class ends at 12:30pm.
There is a complementary in-person event on the last Monday of the month at Push/Pull. That event is to focus on composition and completing botanical drawings and paintings.
The optional class kit covers both events and only needs to be purchased once, no matter how many times you attend.
Kit can be purchased at this link:
http://www.pushpullseattle.com/artshop.html#!/Botanical-Art-Kit/p/449190052/category=0
(We had to create a separate link to do sales tax properly, apologies for double-checkouts.)
If you don't purchase the class kit, suggested supplies are:
small sketchbook, small watercolor pad or sketchbook, round and flat/wash watercolor or mixed media brushes, variety of graphite pencils, variety of charcoal pencils, pencil sharpener (with container to capture waste), variety of erasers, container for water, watercolor paints, a board to clip work to in the field, clips to hold paper
Intro to Drawing & Sketching
Learn to draw with Maxx FG. Each session will have different warm-ups and exercises followed by a longer practice using references. These sessions are designed for everyone from very beginners to experts needing a bit of inspiration. All materials are provided. Students receive a 15% discount on art supply purchases after class.
Classes are 6pm - 8pm.
Health and safety policies will be communicated with your class verification email. Classes are in-person at our location, 2000 NW Market St, Seattle WA 98107.
Inking: Brush, Washes & White Space
Learn how to use paintbrushes in a whole new way. Maxx FG will teach you how to create images with depth and a high value range using a single color of ink. We'll also cover options for adding white for corrections and highlights.
September 25, 2022
All materials are provided. Students receive a 15% discount on art supply purchases after class.
Classes are 6pm - 8pm.
Health and safety policies will be communicated with your class verification email. Classes are in-person at our location, 2000 NW Market St, Seattle WA 98107.
Intro & Beginner Classes
Intro to Pro Tools - Watercolors, with Maxx
Hot press or cold? Squirrel or synthetic? Tubes or pans? The world of professional watercolor tools can be a challenge. Get hands on experience, tips, advice and practice with Maxx. In these two sessions you'll use Daniel Smith, Beam, Push/Pull, and Gansai watercolors, a variety of professional brushes, masking fluid, and different watercolor papers.
All materials are provided. Students receive a 15% discount on art supply purchases after class.
Classes are 6pm - 8pm. November 16th & November 30th 2022
Health and safety policies will be communicated with your class verification email. Classes are in-person at our location, 2000 NW Market St, Seattle WA 98107.
How Color & Pigments Work
What's the difference between organic and inorganic pigments? What does it mean when the paint name has "hue" at the end? Do primary colors exist? If you've ever been perplexed by all the options when selecting paints, this workshop is for you. Maxx FG will take you through the basics of color and then all the must-know info on pigments for acrylic or watercolor. You'll get to test out how colors mix and experiment with creating color palettes.
All materials are provided. Students receive a 15% discount on art supply purchases after class.
Classes are 6pm - 8pm.
Health and safety policies will be communicated with your class verification email. Classes are in-person at our location, 2000 NW Market St, Seattle WA 98107.
Intro to Drawing & Sketching
Learn to draw with Maxx FG. Each session will have different warm-ups and exercises followed by a longer practice using references. These sessions are designed for everyone from very beginners to experts needing a bit of inspiration. All materials are provided. Students receive a 15% discount on art supply purchases after class.
Classes are 6pm - 8pm.
Health and safety policies will be communicated with your class verification email. Classes are in-person at our location, 2000 NW Market St, Seattle WA 98107.
Watercolor
Botanical Watercolor Painting & Composition
Learn how to create beautiful botanical watercolor paintings with Maxx Follis-Goodkind. An add-on to the Botanical Sketching series (http://www.pushpullseattle.com/store/p4697/Botanical_Sketching_at_the_Locks_with_Maxx.html) or you can take it as an independent workshop. This class happens monthly through spring & summer.
Join Maxx in-person at Push/Pull to learn about creating dynamic paintings and compositions through the placement of botanical elements and use of exaggerated lighting.
Class kit is available at:
http://www.pushpullseattle.com/artshop.html#!/Botanical-Art-Kit/p/449190052/category=0
(Apologies on the double-checkout, it helps us not have to charge you sales tax on the class)
You only need one kit, no matter how many times you attend! The class kit works for the Botanical Sketching class too.
These in-person sessions are small-groups to help get everyone individual attention and assistance. Sessions are held in the Push/Pull studio, which requires walking up a flight of stairs. We do not have alternative ADA access to this space. If you have access questions, please contact us at info@pushpullseattle.com.
Masks, vaccination records, and other health/safety protocols may be required. Attendees will be notified in advance of any requirements.
Attendees that do not purchase a kit do not need to provide their own watercolor paints, pens, and pencils. All attendees will get watercolor paper to practice with and to complete finished works. Attendees get 15% off in-store purchases the day of the course.
Watercolor Techniques for Comic Artists with RJ
Class sessions are August 14th, 21st, 28th 5pm - 6:30pm at Push/Pull
(2000 NW Market St, in the upper studio)
Comics are great. Comics with watercolor? Even better. Delve into this popular traditional art form and fiddle with the techniques just right for your zine-making adventures.
Through this class series, students will gain confidence in watercolor techniques and tools to create just the right effects for your ideas. We’ll learn the basics of working with watercolor, using tools you can find in your own home, using resists, and explore color theory to create the right mood for your comics. For you multimedia artists out there, we’ll also workshop how to layer on other mediums such as pen, pencils, gouache, acrylic, and more.
There will be lots of time for play and exploration. At the end of the class, students will create a short comic strip or zine using techniques learned throughout the course.
This class is best suited for those who are interested in watercolor but want to gain confidence and experience. Though it’s not required, students are also recommended to have some experience drawing comics or have ideas for comics they want to make.
Materials and tools are provided and you will receive 15% off art supply sales the day of class.
Intro to Pro Tools - Watercolors, with Maxx
Hot press or cold? Squirrel or synthetic? Tubes or pans? The world of professional watercolor tools can be a challenge. Get hands on experience, tips, advice and practice with Maxx. In these two sessions you'll use Daniel Smith, Beam, Push/Pull, and Gansai watercolors, a variety of professional brushes, masking fluid, and different watercolor papers.
All materials are provided. Students receive a 15% discount on art supply purchases after class.
Classes are 6pm - 8pm. November 16th & November 30th 2022
Health and safety policies will be communicated with your class verification email. Classes are in-person at our location, 2000 NW Market St, Seattle WA 98107.
Make Your Own Watercolor Paints!
Make your own watercolor paints and learn the secrets of Push/Pull's Sticky Caps. You'll create up to 3 colors and take them home to use or gift.
Class is on December 11, 2022.
All materials are provided. Students receive a 15% discount on art supply purchases after class.
Classes are 6pm - 8pm.
Health and safety policies will be communicated with your class verification email. Classes are in-person at our location, 2000 NW Market St, Seattle WA 98107.
How Color & Pigments Work
What's the difference between organic and inorganic pigments? What does it mean when the paint name has "hue" at the end? Do primary colors exist? If you've ever been perplexed by all the options when selecting paints, this workshop is for you. Maxx FG will take you through the basics of color and then all the must-know info on pigments for acrylic or watercolor. You'll get to test out how colors mix and experiment with creating color palettes.
All materials are provided. Students receive a 15% discount on art supply purchases after class.
Classes are 6pm - 8pm.
Health and safety policies will be communicated with your class verification email. Classes are in-person at our location, 2000 NW Market St, Seattle WA 98107.
Botanical Art
Botanical Sketching at the Locks with Maxx
Learn the art of capturing the natural environment on paper, while getting to know one of Ballard's most beautiful spaces.
Maxx Follis-Goodkind will show you how to look at plants in a scientific way to improve your art. You'll also learn cultural and historical information about plants to help you better appreciate their context in the garden. Beyond drawing, you'll get guidance in selecting paint colors and watercolor sketching techniques.
Classes meet at the entrance of the Ballard Locks at 11am and we will walk together to a location in the garden/park area to draw and learn. Class ends at 12:30pm.
There is a complementary in-person event on the last Monday of the month at Push/Pull. That event is to focus on composition and completing botanical drawings and paintings.
The optional class kit covers both events and only needs to be purchased once, no matter how many times you attend.
Kit can be purchased at this link:
http://www.pushpullseattle.com/artshop.html#!/Botanical-Art-Kit/p/449190052/category=0
(We had to create a separate link to do sales tax properly, apologies for double-checkouts.)
If you don't purchase the class kit, suggested supplies are:
small sketchbook, small watercolor pad or sketchbook, round and flat/wash watercolor or mixed media brushes, variety of graphite pencils, variety of charcoal pencils, pencil sharpener (with container to capture waste), variety of erasers, container for water, watercolor paints, a board to clip work to in the field, clips to hold paper
Botanical Watercolor Painting & Composition
Learn how to create beautiful botanical watercolor paintings with Maxx Follis-Goodkind. An add-on to the Botanical Sketching series (http://www.pushpullseattle.com/store/p4697/Botanical_Sketching_at_the_Locks_with_Maxx.html) or you can take it as an independent workshop. This class happens monthly through spring & summer.
Join Maxx in-person at Push/Pull to learn about creating dynamic paintings and compositions through the placement of botanical elements and use of exaggerated lighting.
Class kit is available at:
http://www.pushpullseattle.com/artshop.html#!/Botanical-Art-Kit/p/449190052/category=0
(Apologies on the double-checkout, it helps us not have to charge you sales tax on the class)
You only need one kit, no matter how many times you attend! The class kit works for the Botanical Sketching class too.
These in-person sessions are small-groups to help get everyone individual attention and assistance. Sessions are held in the Push/Pull studio, which requires walking up a flight of stairs. We do not have alternative ADA access to this space. If you have access questions, please contact us at info@pushpullseattle.com.
Masks, vaccination records, and other health/safety protocols may be required. Attendees will be notified in advance of any requirements.
Attendees that do not purchase a kit do not need to provide their own watercolor paints, pens, and pencils. All attendees will get watercolor paper to practice with and to complete finished works. Attendees get 15% off in-store purchases the day of the course.
Crafts & DIY Classes
Alcohol Ink Cards Crafting
Make your own unique set of cards this holiday season - artistic expertise not required! We'll use alcohol inks with markers, pens and colored pencils to create beautiful artwork on blank cards. Make up to 10 cards per person, envelopes included.
All materials are provided. Students receive a 15% discount on art supply purchases after class.
Class is 6pm - 8pm. December 4th 2022
Health and safety policies will be communicated with your class verification email. Classes are in-person at our location, 2000 NW Market St, Seattle WA 98107.
Make Your Own Ink!
Make your own drawing ink to use or gift. Maxx FG will walk you through all the ingredients, tools and steps to make your own ink. You can pick your own color and additions - like mica. Test it out to see if you like it and make adjustments with the guidance of Push/Pull's ink expert, Maxx.
All materials are provided. Students receive a 15% discount on art supply purchases after class.
Class is 6pm - 8pm, December 5, 2022.
Health and safety policies will be communicated with your class verification email. Classes are in-person at our location, 2000 NW Market St, Seattle WA 98107.
Make Your Own Watercolor Paints!
Make your own watercolor paints and learn the secrets of Push/Pull's Sticky Caps. You'll create up to 3 colors and take them home to use or gift.
Class is on December 11, 2022.
All materials are provided. Students receive a 15% discount on art supply purchases after class.
Classes are 6pm - 8pm.
Health and safety policies will be communicated with your class verification email. Classes are in-person at our location, 2000 NW Market St, Seattle WA 98107.
Macrame Air Plant Hanger
Create your own macrame plant hanger for an air plant you get to keep. Perfect for gifting or decorating your own space. Instruction by Maxx FG.
December 12, 2022 6pm - 8pm
All materials are provided. Students receive a 15% discount on art supply purchases after class.
Classes are 6pm - 8pm.
Health and safety policies will be communicated with your class verification email. Classes are in-person at our location, 2000 NW Market St, Seattle WA 98107.
Felted Geometric Earrings Workshop
Design and create a pair of earrings for yourself or to gift. Maxx FG will walk you through the design process, selecting fibers and needle-felting your fuzzy accessories.
December 13, 2022
All materials are provided. Students receive a 15% discount on art supply purchases after class.
Classes are 6pm - 8pm.
Health and safety policies will be communicated with your class verification email. Classes are in-person at our location, 2000 NW Market St, Seattle WA 98107.
Stab Binding Book Workshop
Create your own fancy book - and stab things. Stab binding involves punching (or stabbing) holes through pages and cover, then sewing designs to hold your book together. You'll get to select your cover and interior papers and create your own design with help from Maxx FG.
December 18, 2022.
All materials are provided. Students receive a 15% discount on art supply purchases after class.
Classes are 6pm - 8pm.
Health and safety policies will be communicated with your class verification email. Classes are in-person at our location, 2000 NW Market St, Seattle WA 98107.
Puppet Crafting with Maxx
Join Maxx FG for either - or BOTH - of her Making Puppets sessions this fall. You'll explore different methods of making puppets and take home your own new special friend. All materials are provided - as well as gentle instruction and tips. Suggested for 14+, email info@pushpullseattle.com with questions.
All materials are provided. Students receive a 15% discount on art supply purchases after class.
Classes are 6pm - 8pm.
Health and safety policies will be communicated with your class verification email. Classes are in-person at our location, 2000 NW Market St, Seattle WA 98107.
Needle-felted Cat Toy
Learn how to make your favorite feline a new catnip filled toy. This class is a great way to learn creating basic shapes and adding small details for needle-felting. No experience is required. Maxx will even provide catnip fresh from her Ballard garden.
Class is August 28, 2022.
All materials are provided. Students receive a 15% discount on art supply purchases after class.
Classes are 6pm - 8pm.
Health and safety policies will be communicated with your class verification email. Classes are in-person at our location, 2000 NW Market St, Seattle WA 98107.
Make Your Own Oracle Deck with Michiko Wild
Explore the art of symbolism while creating a 10-20 card deck with the direction of Michiko. All materials are provided - precut blanks cards in watercolor and bristol options, pens, watercolor, gouache & more.
Masks are required during class time.
Sessions are September 3rd & 10th 2pm - 4pm. Participants are encouraged to take home and work on their decks between sessions.
Session 1 will focus on creating a cohesive deck, getting inspiration, planning your deck and getting started. Session 2 will focus on finishing up, reading your deck, and options for reproduction.
Acrylic Painting
How Color & Pigments Work
What's the difference between organic and inorganic pigments? What does it mean when the paint name has "hue" at the end? Do primary colors exist? If you've ever been perplexed by all the options when selecting paints, this workshop is for you. Maxx FG will take you through the basics of color and then all the must-know info on pigments for acrylic or watercolor. You'll get to test out how colors mix and experiment with creating color palettes.
All materials are provided. Students receive a 15% discount on art supply purchases after class.
Classes are 6pm - 8pm.
Health and safety policies will be communicated with your class verification email. Classes are in-person at our location, 2000 NW Market St, Seattle WA 98107.
Digital Arts
Procreate Classes
Maximize your efficiency in Procreate and get the most out of your screen time. Learn from Maxx FG how to use the tools and shortcuts in Procreate to create and edit digital work. This in-person class will use hands-on demonstration, so please bring your iPad and Apple Pencil.
Students receive a 15% discount on art supply purchases after class.
Classes are 6pm - 8pm.
Health and safety policies will be communicated with your class verification email. Classes are in-person at our location, 2000 NW Market St, Seattle WA 98107.
Cleaning & Coloring in Photoshop
Bring your laptop and that scan/photo of a drawing you need to get ready for publication or prints. Learn the tricks to get your work edited and ready for the world as quickly and professionally as possible with Maxx FG.
You'll need your laptop for this workshop.
Class is September 11, 2022.
All materials are provided. Students receive a 15% discount on art supply purchases after class.
Classes are 6pm - 8pm.
Health and safety policies will be communicated with your class verification email. Classes are in-person at our location, 2000 NW Market St, Seattle WA 98107.
Scholarships are available! Please email info@pushpullseattle.com with what class(es) you are interested in and if you are looking for a full or partial scholarship. Please allow at least one week before class for us to process your request.
