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Adult

Printmaking - Silkscreen Monoprinting Workshop

Instructor: Alexandra Zuckerman
Ages: 16+
Fee: $62 resident / $77 non-resident
Date and Time: Sunday, Dec. 14, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Register for Printmaking - Silkscreen Monoprinting Workshop

This one-day workshop will introduce students to the possibilities of variable screenprinting on paper. We will create multi-layer designs as a class and explore several monoprinting techniques, including use of watercolor crayons and split fountains to create unique artworks. Students will learn the mechanics of printing and registration as well as approaches to creative decision-making and planning prints. Beginning, intermediate, and advanced skill levels are welcome! This is a great introduction for artists curious about screenprinting and more painterly approaches to printmaking. Supply list prints on receipt and a supply fee of approximately $12 is due to the instructor at the beginning of class to cover additional materials. 1 session. Instructor: Alexandra Zuckerman.

Upcoming Winter/Spring 2026 Classes

Registration for Winter/Spring 2026 classes, including those featured below, begins Tuesday, December 2 at 5:30 a.m. via RecLink

Family - Family Night: Love You Bunches Painting

Instructor: Kim Lomax
Ages: 4 - 11 years
Fee: $45 resident 
Date and Time: Saturday, Feb. 7, 3 - 5 p.m.

Come with your favorite adult and enjoy an evening of fun creating side-by-side! We will learn some fun acrylic painting techniques while creating a unique keepsake on canvas by incorporating a personal photo. Bring a printed photograph on white copy paper of family, friends, or even pets. All supplies included. 1 session. Instructor: Kim Lomax.

Printmaking - Printmaking Basics

Instructor: Susan Martin
Ages: 16+
Fee: $186 resident 
Date and Time: Tuesdays, Jan. 6 - Feb. 10, 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Are you interested in exploring the super fantastic medium of printmaking but not sure where to begin? Have you walked by the Pullen print studio and thought, that looks fun? Join instructor Susan Martin for a 6 week class where we take one image and explore 3 facets of analog printmaking: intaglio, relief, and monoprinting. I will have images on hand if that takes the stress away or you can come up with your own. No experience necessary, all levels welcome. This class makes you eligible for studio membership on equipment that is demonstrated and student demonstrates proficiency. We will discuss imagery size and supplies at the start of the first session. Supplies will either be provided or available to purchase from the Pullen Supply shop, approximately $40. 6 sessions. Instructor: Susan Martin.

Jewelry - Prong Setting Made Easy

Instructor: Terry Thompson
Ages: 16+
Fee: $130 resident 
Date and Time: Thursdays, Jan. 8 - Jan. 29, 1 - 4 p.m.

Let’s make unique jewelry pieces using prongs instead of bezels. There are many different ways to make prongs for holding your pretty gemstones, coins, sea glass, or found objects. We will explore some of these and complete several pieces to take home. Your kit will include sterling silver wire, solder, cup burr, and more. Gemstones will be available for purchase starting at $2 then $5, $10, & $20. You can bring your own supplies if you wish. A fun way to learn a new skill. Soldering knowledge is a must. 4 sessions. Instructor: Terry Thompson.

Mixed Media - Water Marbling & Ebru Collage

Instructor: Zeynep Guvenc
Ages: 16+
Fee: $60 resident 
Date and Time: Tuesday and Wednesday, Jan. 13 - Jan. 14, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

In this two-part workshop, participants will be introduced to the traditional art of paper marbling. In the first session, students will learn the basics of Turkish water marbling using floating pigments and traditional tools to create unique, colorful patterns on paper. Everyone will leave with several sheets of marbled paper they can use for future art projects. In the second session, students will bring the marbled papers they made the day before to create their collage artwork. They'll cut, layer, and combine pieces into abstract or figurative designs, then finish by sealing their work with Mod Podge on a board or canvas. All supplies included. 2 sessions. Instructor: Zeynep Guvenc.

Painting - Introduction to Still Life Painting

Instructor: Nancy Carty
Ages: 16+
Fee: $125 resident 
Date and Time: Tuesdays, Jan. 13 - Feb. 17, 1 - 4 p.m.

If you have wanted to try your hand at painting a still life using acrylic paint then this class will provide you with an opportunity to do so. Students will be provided with three sets of reference photos, both in black and white and in color. The instructor will be demonstrating in acrylic paint but if some students want to work in oil paint, they are welcome to do so. Supply list prints on receipt. 6 sessions. Instructor: Nancy Carty. 

Fibers - Reimagining Nature: Soft Sculptures

Instructor: Patrizia Ferreira
Ages: 16+
Fee: $90 resident 
Date and Time: Wednesdays, Jan. 21 - Feb. 18, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Learn to bring fabric into the three dimensions by stuffing it, wrapping it, twisting it, stitching it and knotting it in an endless array of ways. This is a great class to let go of preconceived ideas, experiment and discover new visual languages. We will be incorporating all manner of repurposed materials so feel free to donate or bring to class scraps of fabric, thread, yarn, wire, and other materials that might be incorporated into your pieces. Open to all levels. All materials included. 5 sessions. Instructor: Patrizia Ferreira.