Studios + Access Info
2D
Pratt’s 2D Studio offers classes and workshops in Painting, Drawing, Mixed Media, Printmaking, and Letterpress, in addition to Master Artist Workshops, Study Abroad opportunities, and Public Events throughout the year. To learn more about the 2D Studio and its offerings, including studio access, click here.
Glass
Pratt’s Glass Studio offers classes in Glass Fusing, Glassblowing, Flameworking (soft glass + borosilicate), Coldworking, Hot Casting, and Glass Kiln Casting. The Glass Studio also offers Master Artist Workshops, monthly Flameworking Gatherings and Public Events throughout the year. To learn more about the Glass Studio and its offerings, including studio access, click here.
Wood
Pratt’s Wood Studio offers classes in Woodworking and Woodturning. To learn more about the Wood Studio and its offerings, including studio access, click here.
Metal Sculpture
Pratt’s Metal Sculpture Studio offers classes in Blacksmithing/Forging, Welding, and Bronze Casting, in addition to Master Artist Workshops and Public Events throughout the year. To learn more about the Metal Sculpture Studio and its offerings, including studio access, click here.
Stone
The Stone Studio offers classes in Stone Carving. To learn more about the Stone Studio, and its offerings, including studio access, click here.
Jewelry/Metalsmithing
The Jewelry/Metalsmithing Studio offers classes in Jewelry/Metalsmithing, Casting, Enameling, Wire Wrapping, Stone Setting, Etching, Wax Carving, and other specialty topics, in addition to Master Artist Workshops and Public Events throughout the year. To learn more about the Jewelry/Metalsmithing Studio and its offerings, including studio access, click here.
Youth + Teen
Pratt’s Youth + Teen Programs offer a wide range of classes for young people aged 5-18. For Pratt’s youngest community members (ages 5-13), the Youth Program offers pay-what-you-can weekend and afterschool classes and Family + Me Workshops year-round. For teens (ages 13-18), Pratt offers classes in all studios, including Teen Welding + Blacksmithing, Teen Glassblowing, and Teen Jewelry.
During the summer, Pratt offers full- and half-day Youth Summer Camps and Teen Summer Camps + Classes. To learn more about Pratt’s Youth + Teen Programs and their offerings, including the Pohlman-Knowles Teen Scholarship, click here.
Types of Classes + Workshops
Art Nights + Experiences
Pratt’s Art Nights + Experiences offer curious students a quick, 4-hour opportunity to explore a new medium.
Beginning Classes
Pratt’s Beginning Classes provide students with a thorough introduction to a new art form and Pratt’s professionally equipped studios. Over the course of several weeks, supportive instructors guide students through a project from start to finish, helping them develop new skills and teaching them about studio safety, equipment, and materials.
Intermediate Classes
Pratt’s Intermediate Classes build off Beginning Classes, allowing students to further develop their skills through a mix of instructor prompted and student inspired work/projects. Intermediate level classes also prepare students who are interested in becoming studio access users to use Pratt’s professionally equipped studios independently.
Advanced Classes
Pratt’s Advanced Classes offer a more mentored and student driven approach, designed to support experienced artists and students as they work to refine their skills. Advanced level classes typically offer students the opportunity to learn specialized techniques and access specialized equipment, as well as expand their practice and add to their creative toolkit.
One- & Two-Day Workshops
Pratt’s One- and Two-Day Workshops are specific project- or skill-based opportunities. These workshops are perfect for someone looking to acquire a specific skill or complete a predetermined project without committing to a multi-week class. These workshops are often holiday-themed or specialty classes.
Two-Day Intensives
Pratt’s Two-Day Intensives are designed to cover the content of a multi-week beginning class over the course of two days.
Family + Me Workshops
Pratt's Family & Me Program designated time and space for parents and caregivers to collaborate and work alongside their youth or teen. With a variety of disciples available in all of our studios, this is a great time to connect and make art together. Family & Me Workshops costs cover a pair of students, one youth/teen student and one accompanying adult, parent/caregiver. Age requirements differ by medium and studio.
Youth Fundamentals of Art Classes
Pratt’s Youth Fundamentals of Art classes run fall, winter and spring during the school year on Saturdays and Sundays. This 5-week art class, for youth ages 5 - 13, explores self-expression through painting, drawing, sculpture and other media. Students get to explore a variety of styles and techniques in each discipline, while exploring their own creativity and choice of subject. These classes are offered with a Pay-What-You-Can model, the amounts each cover a part of the program's future by funding a more accessible art experience for all students.
Teen Night Classes
Pratt’s Teen Night Classes are specifically designed for teens (13 – 18) who want to explore art making in a professional studio environment. Pratt provides opportunities for teens to develop their resilience in problem solving, risk-taking, and communicating ideas through making art. Classes are available in all of our studios including blacksmithing, glass blowing, jewelry, and much more.
Studio Access
Studio Access Program
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Conditions for Access
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How to Become a Studio Access User
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Reserve Studio Time
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Cancellations
Conditions for Access:
Anyone interested in utilizing studios or equipment independently via the Studio Access program must display proficiency in using our facilities safely and correctly. To become a Studio Artist and access Pratt studios independently, users must meet the following criteria:
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Successful completion of Studio Access Proficiency Test
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Signed Liability Waiver Agreement form
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Signed Studio User Code of Conduct Acknowledgement Form
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Compliance with all regular and Safe Start policies, protocols, and procedures
How to Become a Studio Access User:
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Call (206) 328-2200 or visit the Pratt Front Desk to pay the $25 appointment fee
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A Studio Access Coordinator will contact you to schedule an appointment for orientation and/or Studio Access test
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Pass a Studio Access Proficiency Test
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Turn in signed Acknowledgement Form & Waiver
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Start using the studio!
Reservations:
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After passing the Studio Access Test, the appointment fee will be credited to your account for your first studio access.
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Reservations are required for all studio access
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Reserve sessions online and pay in advance at Pratt’s website
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Report directly to the studio at reserved time
Cancellation Policy
- If you need to cancel and reschedule an appointment, contact the Front Desk (206) 328-2200 or info@pratt.org at least 24 hours in advance. They will notify the Coordinator.
- If you fail to show up for a scheduled appointment (no call, no show), the $25 fee is retained to cover Pratt’s expenses associated with having a coordinator on-site. To schedule a new appointment you must pay the $25 fee.
- For reservations cancelled within 48 hours a refund will be issued minus a 10% cancellation fee, over 48 hours no refunds will be issued.
- Cancellation fees will be waived for reservations for sick, exposed or infected individuals as an encouragement to stay home, a minimum 72-hour waiting period will apply for future reservations.
Reserve Studio Time
Studios, Sessions, Occupancy, and Pricing
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GLASS |
Sessions |
Max. # of Access Users per Session |
Cost per Access User |
Monthly Rate |
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Hot Shop (2 teams per session; 3 people per team) |
9:00-1:30; |
6 |
$200, |
N/A |
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Cold Shop (1/2 hour min.) |
hourly |
1 |
$30 |
$300 |
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Flameworking |
9:00-1:30; |
4 |
$15 |
$165 |
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Fusing (includes kiln use) |
9:00-1:30; |
2 |
$35 |
N/A |
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METAL/STONE |
Sessions |
Max. # of Access Users per Session |
Cost per Access User |
Monthly Rate |
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Fabrication |
9:00-5:30; |
7 |
$45 for 9:00-5:30; $22.50 for 6:00-10:00 |
$250 |
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Forging |
9:00-5:30; |
7 |
$45 for 9:00-5:30; $22.50 for 6:00-10:00 |
$250 |
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Fabrication |
monthly |
7 |
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$350 |
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Mold Making Room |
9:00-1:30; |
3 |
$15 |
N/A |
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Stone |
9:00-5:30; |
8 |
$35 for 9:00-5:30; $17.50 for |
$195 |
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WOOD |
Sessions |
Max. # of Access Users per Session |
Cost per Access User |
Monthly Rate |
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Woodturning |
9:00-5:30; |
3 |
$55 for 9:00-5:30; $27.50 for 6:00-10:00 |
$300 |
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Woodworking |
9:00-5:30; |
3 |
$55 for 9:00-5:30; $27.50 for 6:00-10:00 |
$300 |
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JEWELRY/ |
Sessions |
Max. # of Access Users per Session |
Cost per Access User |
Monthly Rate |
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9:00-5:30; |
8 |
$35 for 9:00-5:30; $17.50 for |
$195 |
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PRINT |
Sessions |
Max. # of Access Users per Session |
Cost per Access User |
Monthly Rate |
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Printmaking |
9:00-5:30; |
8 |
$35 for 9:00-5:30; $17.50 for |
$195 |
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Letterpress |
9:00-5:30; |
2 |
$35 for 9:00-5:30; $17.50 for |
$195 |