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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You can thread a needle and stitch a straight line, but what else can you do in embroidery? There are so many stitches and shapes!

Learn the fly stitch, French knot, blanket stitch, woven wheel, stem stitch and more. You'll be able to create complex designs of your own. And at the end you'll have a petri dish of fun stitches to pair with a booklet of stitch instructions.

All materials are provided - including needles, embroidery floss, fabric and hoop. And they're yours to keep! (Materials valued at $15.) This class is recommended for students ages 16 and up.

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Bring your sketches, scripts, and paintings to get feedback from your art peers!

This all-mediums-welcome meetup is an opportunity to get fresh eyes on your work-in-progress. Come pick the brains of other artists, designers, writers, and cartoonists so that we can all create the best work possible.

We strive to foster a supportive and positive critique environment--leave mean comments at the door! Our space is queer-friendly and we welcome all ages (21 and up) and skill levels.

This is a 21+ event, and you are welcome to bring your own alcoholic or nonalcoholic beverages.

This is a free event sponsored by Bal-Art, a project of Push/Pull dedicated to creating sustainable careers for artists and to connecting artists and the community. Help support our free programs with an optional donation.

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A monthly watercolor paint-along that will build your painting muscles! This class is beginner-friendly, but more experienced watercolor artists are sure to learn something! Come learn about color theory, composition, sketching for painting, and more while you paint along!
Join us each month for a new color palette and theme!