PreCollege Workshops
PreCollege Workshops
Spend an afternoon at Pratt Institute like no other.
PreCollege workshops offer students an inside look at Pratt’s studio culture through hands-on, faculty-led courses. Students explore the studios, labs, and creative spaces that make Pratt unique and leave with a finished piece of work they create during the session.
Workshops are typically scheduled on the first Friday of every month from 5 – 8 PM, making them the perfect add-on after a free tour of the Pratt campus
Please note that campus tour registration is separate. For more information and to sign up, visit the Pratt Admissions webpage. Questions about tours can be sent to admissions@pratt.edu.
| Upcoming Workshop Dates | |
|---|---|
| Date | Friday, May 1 |
| Location | Pratt Institute, Brooklyn Campus |
| Cost | $249 per student* *Cost includes all materials |
| Eligibility | Students in grades 9-12 (students starting high school in Fall 2026 are welcome to attend) |
What to Expect
This experience includes:
- A three-hour hands-on workshop led by Pratt faculty
- Insight into Pratt’s teaching approach
- An introduction to other high school students with similar interests
- A finished creation to take home—your first piece of work as a Pratt visitor.
Workshop Schedule
Workshops are held on a rotating basis the first Friday of each month with the exception of January when Pratt Institute is closed for Winter Break.
| Month | Workshop |
|---|---|
| January | No workshop scheduled due to Winter Break |
| February | Figure Drawing |
| March | Riso Printing |
| April | Illustration: Character Design |
| May | Figure Drawing |
| June | Riso Printing |
| July | No workshop held in 2026 due to 4th of July weekend |
| August | Figure Drawing |
| September | Riso Printing |
| October | Illustration: Character Design |
| November | Figure Drawing |
| December | Riso Printing |
Workshop Descriptions
Figure Drawing
Explore foundational skills in life drawing – composition, shading, and gesture – guided by a professional artist and Pratt faculty member. The course will be taught using charcoal and include both short-form and long-form sketches.
Please note: Workshop will use a nude model.
Illustration: Character Design
Bring a character to life through guided exercises designed to showcase movement, expression, and wardrobe. Using pen and ink, students will leave with a body of process sketches and a polished drawing of their character in environment. Students may use an original character or use examples from film and literature.
Risograph Printing
Curious how indie posters, art books, and zines get their signature look? In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn risograph printing – a process that blends the feel of screenprinting with the ease of a copier.
Layer inks, play with texture, and embrace the “perfectly imperfect” charm that makes every print unique. You’ll be guided step-by-step as you create your own two-tone poster. Students leave with 10 copies of an original print.
Who Should Attend?
These workshops are open to high school students in 9 through 12 grade. Workshops are a great way for students interested in attending Pratt Institute to spend time on campus and meet instructors they might be working with as undergraduate students. Whether you’re interested in fine arts, design, or architecture, you’ll leave with a deeper understanding of what makes Pratt special – and a project that reflects your creativity.
Parents are not able to attend PreCollege workshops; younger siblings may attend on a case-by-case basis.
Questions about workshops or interested in setting up a workshop for a larger group? Email the PreCollege Team at precollege@pratt.edu.