An instructor oversees students painting on easels at Pullen Arts Center

Painting Studio

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Take a Class at Pullen Arts Center

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Check out some upcoming classes at Pullen Arts Center, and use the links below to register online!

For a full list of classes available, visit RecLink or preview upcoming classes and programs in the Leisure Ledger.

Youth, Teen & Family

A slab of clay is texturized using a roller

Youth

Creative Mask Making

Instructor: Pamela Cola
Ages: 5-8        
Fee: $30 resident/ $45 non-resident
Date & Time: Saturday, May 18, 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Register for Creative Mask Making

We’ll explore mask making with different media! An opportunity to experiment with supplies and creativity. All supplies provided. 1 session.

Watercolor Landscapes

Instructor: Aurelis Lugo
Ages: 9-14 years         
Fee: $60 resident/ $75 non-resident
Date & Time: Saturdays, June 8 – June 15, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Register for Watercolor Landscapes
 

Join us for this class and learn basic watercolor techniques to create beautiful landscape compositions! All supplies included. 2 sessions.
 

Teens

Felt Banners Workshop

Instructor: Ashley Bonner
Ages: 11-16        
Fee: $32 resident/ $47 non-resident
Date & Time: Saturday, June 1, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Register for Felt Banners Workshop

Create Felt Banners to decorate your spaces! We will talk through decorative vs functional banners, as well as look through examples and ideas for students to explore. This is a great way to create decor that expresses your interests! All supplies included. One session.

Family

Jewelry Journeys: Beginning Beading

Instructor: Yaffe Assaan
Ages: 13+ years         
Fee: $115 resident/ $130 non-resident
Date & Time: Sundays, May 19 – June 16, 1 :00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Register for Jewelry Journeys: Beginning Beading

"Jewelry Journeys" is a transformative program that seamlessly merges creative expression and mindfulness in the realm of making jewelry. In this unique experience, participants will embark on a voyage of self-discovery, learning the art of beading while making personally creative pieces. This program goes beyond the traditional craft class by exploring the intricacies of colors, the significance of beads as representations of earth elements, and guiding participants in creating bold, unique pieces that make a lasting impression. Through mindful crafting and personalized creations, participants will acquire the skills of jewelry making and find an outlet for stress reduction and self-care. Join this program for an enriching journey toward wellness through the artistry of beading. 5 Sessions. All supplies included. Ages 13 and up.

Field Studies in Art

Instructor: Julia Einstein
Ages: 6-12 years         
Fee: $30 resident/ $45 non-resident
Date & Time: Saturdays, May 19 – June 16, 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Register for Field Studies in Art

This workshop is taught by an artist whose work will be exhibited in the main lobby gallery at Pullen Art Center. You'll take a hands-on tour through this exhibition, creating art as a way to interpret the art on view. The artist will lead you outside into the Pullen Art Center gardens to do as she has done and be inspired to paint florals in the natural environment. Adult/parent/caregiver attends with child. The class fee includes one adult and one child; please register a child only. All supplies included.

Jewelry & Metals

People using machinery and getting tools from a cabinet and closet in the jewelry studio at Pullen Arts Center

Jewelry Studio

Image by Tzu Chen Photography ©

Intro to Torch Fired Enamel

Instructor: Ndidi Kowalczyk
Ages: 16+ years         
Fee: $155 resident/ $170 non-resident
Dates & Time: Tuesdays, May 21- June 11, 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Register for Intro to Torch Fired Enamel

Want to add color to your metalwork without stones? Try torch firing enamels to copper for a beautiful pop of color. Students will learn basic enamel powder application as well as firing techniques and a few embellishment ideas. A kit of materials needed for work during class time can be purchased through the Pullen Arts Center store (approx. $25). 4 sessions.
 

Printmaking

Screen Printing: Focus on Fabric

Instructor: Keith Norval
Ages: 16+ years         
Fee: $90 resident/ $105 non-resident
Dates & Time: Tuesdays, May 14-June 4, 7:00-9:30 p.m.
Register for Screen Printing: Focus on Fabric

This class will use our screen-printed designs to create T-shirts, tote bags, and hand towels. We will study techniques using a paper stencil, hand-made screen designs, and computer-printed designs. We will learn how to apply photo emulsion and printing techniques and how to create a design that works well. Students provide materials, and supply list prints on receipt. 4 sessions.

Intro to Screen Print

Instructor: Pete Borsay
Ages: 16+ years         
Fee: $136 resident/ $151 non-resident
Dates & Time: Thursdays, May 23- June 27, 4:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
Register for Intro to Screen Print

Learn how to make screen prints! Students will create images on both paper and textiles (t-shirts). You can also print on tote bags, dish towels, paper, and more. This class includes image selection, preparing screens, registration, exposing screens, printing, and reclaiming screens. All skill levels are welcome. The supply list prints on receipt. This class qualifies students for a print studio membership. 6 sessions.

 

Pottery

Garden Projects

Instructor: Sherry Nicholson
Ages: 16+ years         
Fee: $110 resident/ $125 non-resident
Dates & Time: Mondays, June 3- July 8, 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Register for Garden Projects

If you're looking for a wheel-throwing class focusing on works for the garden, look no further! Students will learn to make birdhouses, feeders, toad houses, garden markers, flowers, mushrooms, lights, and planters. Projects will be able to overwinter outside. Students purchase clay from the Pullen Arts Center. Students provide their own tools - kits and individual tools are available for purchase at Pullen's supply store. Prerequisite: Students must have prior wheel throwing experience (whether at Pullen Arts Center or elsewhere) and be able to consistently make an 8" cylinder on the wheel to be successful in this class. 6 sessions.

Drawing

Still Life in Charcoal

Instructor: Nancy Carty
Ages: 16+ years         
Fee: $84 resident/ $99 non-resident
Dates & Time: Tuesdays, June 4- June 25, 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Register for Still Life in Charcoal

This class will deal with drawing basic geometric forms, defining a curved surface, and the logistics of designing a composition using fabric, solid, and reflective forms. Actual props will be used with a defined light source. The media used will be charcoal both in pencil and compressed stick form. This course is open to students of all abilities who wish to improve their drawing skills as well as the relationship of value placement in a composition. $10 lab fee due to the instructor at the first class to cover the cost of props. Students provide materials, and supply list prints on receipt. 4 sessions.

Contact

 

Pullen Arts Center
919-996-6126

Adult Programs
Kendal Draper
Director, Pullen Arts Center kendal.draper@raleighnc.gov

Teen/Youth Programs
Haley Garvis
Assistant Director, Pullen Arts Center
haley.garvis@raleighnc.gov

Pullen Arts Center

Lead Department:
Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources
Service Categories:
Raleigh ArtsParks Programs

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