What we’re about
Come create and celebrate with us at Push/Pull in Ballard. We're a dedicated group of artists creating a unique space that's part art gallery, comic shop, event space, and community resource. Events include art classes, life drawing, comic challenges, craft and shrinky dink nights, and more!
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See all- Ink & Watercolor IllustrationPush/Pull, Seattle, WA$45.00
This is a paid class that requires registration. Sign up here.
Ink and watercolor: a match made in heaven!
We'll begin with markmaking techniques with waterproof ink, followed by a brief introduction to watercolor medium. Then, we'll choose references from life (or bring in your own reference image) to take what you've learned and render your own 8x10" illustration.
Students will walk away with a better understanding of ink, watercolor, and how those mediums play together--as well as all the skills you need to continue creating your own dynamic illustrations!
This class is a great follow-up to Maxx's Inking class or to any of Max M's watercolor classes, but no previous experience is required. This class is recommended for students 12 and up.
RJ Jordan (she/him) is a speculative author and artist telling stories about the natural world and exploring alien ones. She is a watercolor artist, illustrator, science writer, and experimenter. In her free time she draws bugs, cuddles her cat, gardens, and makes weird stuff. See more and connect @beccaquibbles.
- Two-Color Risograph Design on PaperPush/Pull, Seattle, WA$50.00
This is a paid class that requires registration. Sign up here.
Learn how to create designs for Risograph printing without going digital. You'll create a one-page design for two of the available inks for our Risograph machines. You'll also get to see how the machines work.
Designs will be 8.5" x 11" and you'll get guidance from Push/Pull's Riso staff.
Class includes all materials plus 20 prints of your work!
You're encouraged to bring ideas of what you want printed.
For ages 13+
RJ (she/him) has been learning various printmaking techniques for the past several years, and began printing on Risograph at Push/Pull in 2023. Now, she collages various printmaking techniques (block printing, botanical printing, and monotype) to create Riso designs.
- Color Puzzle Block PrintingPush/Pull, Seattle, WA$65.00
This is a paid class that requires registration. Sign up here.
Let your prints explode with color! This technique is perfect for students who have been scratching their heads over the latest TikTok video: How do they DO that??
In this class, you'll create carve block that we'll slice and dice into different pieces in order to cleanly add 2-4 different colors. We'll also explore gradients to add even more color to your blocks. Eventually, we'll print on both fabric and paper.
All materials are provided. You are welcome to bring your own fabric or paper to print on, though it is not required.
Some block printing experience is recommended, but not required. This class is suitable for students ages 15 and up.
RJ (she/him) is a speculative author and artist telling stories about the natural world and exploring alien ones. She is a watercolor artist, illustrator, science writer, and experimenter. RJ has been block printing for several years and has developed this method before it was popular on the internet. He uses these blocks to create tote bags and prints. In her free time RJ draws bugs, cuddles her cat, gardens, and makes weird stuff. See more and connect @beccaquibbles.
