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Youth Art Class

Take a Class at Pullen Arts Center

Register online for art classes!

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 - Playing with Art

Instructor: Julia Einstein
Ages: 6-12
Fee: $30 resident / $45 non-resident
Date and Time: Saturday, Nov. 22, 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Register for Family - Playing with Art

The family that plays together stays together! Join us for a workshop all about creative play. You will discover the art of designing games and make one together to bring home for family game nights! Adult/parent/caregiver attends with child. Class fee includes one adult and one child; please register child only. All supplies included. 1 Session. Instructor: Julia Einstein

Youth Painting - Draw and Paint: Penguins

Instructor: Kim Lomax
Ages: 8-12
Fee: $60 resident / $75 non-resident
Date and Time: Wednesdays, Dec. 3 - 10, 5 - 7 p.m.
Register for Youth Painting - Draw and Paint: Penguins

Join us as we dive into the wonderful world of penguins! We will learn to draw penguins in pencil and Micron pen, in addition to exploring new techniques in color application with colored pencil and watercolor. 2 sessions. Instructor: Kim Lomax

Youth Drawing - Snowmen at Night: Oil Pastels

Instructor: Kim Lomax
Ages: 8-12
Fee: $60 resident / $75 non-resident
Date and Time: Saturdays, Dec. 6 - 13, 3 - 5 p.m.
Register for Youth Drawing - Snowmen at Night: Oil Pastels

With the book, Snowmen at Night, as inspiration, we will look at the illustrations and how the moonlight creates shadows on the snow. We will learn how to create a sense of 3D form and perspective on paper as well as a variety of oil pastel techniques. 2 sessions. Instructor: Kim Lomax

Adult

Pottery - Wall Hearts

Instructor: Julie Rowe
Ages: 16+
Fee: $100 resident / $115 non-resident
Date and Time: Mondays, Nov. 10 - Dec. 1, 2 - 4:30 p.m.
Register for Pottery - Wall Hearts

With previous hand building experience, the instructor will guide you through designing and creating a sacred or profane heart to hang on your wall or to give as a gift. The instructor will share some of her personal templates and tools so you can create a dynamic wall piece with ease. Students should plan to purchase clay from Pullen Arts Center. Underglazes are included. 4 sessions. Instructor: Julie Rowe.

Mixed Media - Ornament Marbling Workshop

Instructor: Zeynep Guvenc
Ages: 16+
Fee: $45 resident / $60 non-resident
Date and Time: Sunday, Dec. 7, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Register for Mixed Media - Ornament Marbling Workshop

This one-day workshop introduces students to traditional Ebru marbling on paper, followed by marbling a ceramic ornament. Each participant will create their own colorful, handmade ornament to take home. No experience needed! All supplies included. 1 session. Instructor: Zeynep Guvenc.

Painting - Watercolor Magic

Instructor: Julia Einstein
Ages: 16+
Fee: $45 resident / $60 non-resident
Date and Time: Tuesday, Dec. 9, 6 - 8:30 p.m.
Register for Painting - Watercolor Magic

Explore the watery world of painting wet on wet, and other techniques used by watercolor artists. You’ll sample effects with this magical medium and go home with a wonderful work on paper. A class for all levels of painting experience. All supplies included. 1 session. Instructor: Julia Einstein

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.

Contact

 

Pullen Arts Center
919-996-6126

Programs
Jesse White
Assistant Director, Pullen Arts Center jesse.white@raleighnc.gov

Pullen Arts Center

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

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