Events at Push/Pull Ballard

This is a paid event that requires registration—sign up here!

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)

A group of artists gather bi-monthly (1st and 3rd Tuesdays) at Hattie's Hat for a spirited session of co-inspiration. RSVP for free here!

No skill level required, Sketch Team is an opportunity to hang out in good company and make art in a friendly, supportive environment. Bounce ideas off your comrades, get and give some advice or just hang out and doodle.

Hattie's back room is all ages with full food and beverage service.

And the Team is awesome.

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.

This is a paid class that requires registration—sign up here!

So you have Procreate. What can you do with it?

Maximize your efficiency in Procreate and get the most out of your screen time. Learn how to use the tools, hidden menus and features, and get familiar with gestures in Procreate. You'll learn all you need to get started creating digital work!

This is an in-person class. Please bring your iPad and Apple Pencil.

To participate, students will need an iPad with Apple Pencil and latest version of Procreate. WiFi & power are available in the Push/Pull studio/classroom.