Choose the workshop that resonates most with your practice:
Pastel Play: A Collaborative Drawing & Storytelling Workshop led by Michelle Ross, Chair of Painting + Drawing
Using soft pastels on rich-textured paper, we’ll embark on a collaborative drawing experience fueled by surprise word prompts drawn from mystery jars. With a rotation system, each participant will add their unique touch to multiple evolving artworks, creating unexpected compositions and connections. This workshop is designed to encourage collaboration, ignite imagination, emphasize tactile experience, and inspire storytelling. Inspired by Antony Gormley’s exploration of collective creativity, this session invites you to let go, experiment, and discover new artistic possibilities through a dynamic and immersive process. Bring your curiosity and a willingness to create together.
Hands-On Screenprinting: Create Your Own Tote Bag with Yoshi Kitai, Chair of Printmaking
Join us for an exciting printmaking workshop with Printmaking Chair Yoshi Kitai! In this hands-on session, you’ll explore the art of screenprinting in our state-of-the-art printmaking facilities. Under Yoshi’s expert guidance, you’ll learn the step-by-step process of printing on fabric and create your own custom screenprinted tote bag to take home.
Explore the Magic of Photograms in the Darkroom led by Teresa Christiansen, Chair of Photography
Join Photography Chair Teresa Christiansen for a hands-on workshop in our black-and-white darkroom, where you'll create stunning photograms using a cameraless process. Experiment with objects and textures to craft unique photographic images on silver gelatin paper. You'll also learn to develop your own prints, witnessing the moment an image emerges in the developer. This workshop is open to all levels whether you're a darkroom enthusiast or completely new to photography. Come experience the magic of the photogram!
Bring Your Characters to Life: 2D Animation Workshop led by Za Vue, Chair of Animated Arts
Whether you’re an aspiring animator or just curious about the magic of motion, this workshop will guide you through the essentials of limited animation techniques used in the industry. You’ll design your own unique character and bring it to life with flowing hair movements and expressive details like blinking eyes and subtle facial expressions. Using RoughAnimator, a powerful yet beginner-friendly animation tool, you’ll dive into core animation principles, master timing, and learn professional exporting workflows. By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a fully animated loop to take home: your very first step into the world of digital 2D animation!
Graphic Design Workshop led by Kristin Rogers Brown, Chair of Graphic Design
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Expressive Symbolism in Illustrated Portraits with Zack Rau, Assistant Professor of Illustration
In this workshop taught by Illustration Assistant Professor Zack Rau, you will explore the power of symbols and expressive drawing techniques to create a dynamic illustrated portrait.
PNCA Glass Building Tour led by David Eckard, Chair of Sculpture
Join David Eckard, Chair of the Sculpture Department, for an exclusive guided tour of PNCA’s Glass Building: our dynamic hub for sculpture, fabrication, and interdisciplinary exploration. Discover the cutting-edge facilities that support artistic innovation, from metal and wood shops to the ceramics studio, and learn how students bring their creative visions to life. This is a unique opportunity to get an inside look at PNCA’s sculpture spaces, ask questions, and gain insight into the creative possibilities within the program.
- Glass building address: 2139 N Kerby Portland, OR 97227
- Transportation provided via Lyft if needed: Please meet at the front desk for details.
