Events at Push/Pull Ballard

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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 Fridays at the entrance of the Ballard Locks at 11am, rain or shine! We will walk together to a location in the garden/park area to draw and learn. Class ends at 12:30pm.
Get the most out of this Botanical Sketching course by signing up for our Botanical Watercolor classes!
Suggested supplies: 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. (Show a copy of your ticket confirmation at Push/Pull to receive a 15% discount on class supplies)

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Learn to make your own resin necklace, ring or pin!
UV resin is an easy-to-use resin that doesn't require mixing. It's easier than epoxy resin and cures when exposed to UV light, leaving you plenty of time to perfect your art before it's dry.
With instruction by Push/Pull's Director and jewelry-maker Maxx FG, you'll create your own resin art and turn that into a necklace, ring or pin in this 3 hour workshop. You'll get assistance with creating your piece and have plenty of materials & time to make mistakes and create a piece of jewelry that you love.
This class includes the beginner UV Resin kit from Jewelry Made by Me (value $25) that you can take home with you! Jewelry findings are also provided. This class is recommended for ages 14 and up.
After watching hundreds of videos of people creating amazing things with UV Resin, Maxx gave in and tried it out. She's now hooked and is excited to share this fun and easy craft.

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Learn all about acrylic painting in a 3-part series taking place over 3 consecutive days! Create your own acrylic work of art. All materials are included, we ask that you do not bring your own paints or surfaces. If you would like to use your own brushes, you are welcome to.
This class will cover what acrylic paint is, how to mix colors, introduction to pigment names and attributes, how to select and clean your brushes, using palette/painting knives, mediums, painting surfaces and methods of painting.
The first two sessions will be focused on learning about acrylic paints and experimenting. The last part of session 2 will be planning out a painting for session 3. You may select your own photo reference or work from one in our reference library.
This class is recommended for ages 14+. We will be handling paints and mediums that can be potentially harmful and will cover safety guidelines during the first session. All materials are included; we ask that you do not bring your own paints or surfaces.
Maxx Follis-Goodkind is a multi-disciplinary artist and the founder/Director of Push/Pull. Her acrylic paintings have been purchased by the City of Seattle, Verity Credit Union, and private collectors throughout the U.S.

Stab out your woes - or just have a pleasant chat - with fellow fiber art friends every month! RSVP for free here.

Stitch and Bitch takes place on the first Wednesday of every month from 6pm-8pm at Push/Pull, 2000 NW Market St, 98107.

Want to help keep Stitch & Bitch going? Help support our free community art programs with an optional donation.