Intermediate and advanced level students will enjoy developing their hand building and/or wheel throwing techniques in this open studio ceramics class. Instructor will introduce students to new techniques, will encourage experimentation and will assist students with independent challenges.  Studio, clay and glazes are provided.

Tuesdays, August 13 – September 17 
9:30 am – 12:30 pm

Instructor: Amy Lawrence
Ages: Adult (15+) / Intermediate levels – Some experience and familiarity with hand building and wheel throwing techniques.

Have fun and learn the skills to create wheel thrown or hand built pottery in this six-week class designed for the beginner or those hoping to improve their ceramic skills. Stoneware clay will be used and cone 6 glazes will be available.  All firings will be done by the museum in an electric kiln. All materials are provided.

Wednesdays, October 16 – November 20
6 – 9 pm

Instructor: Amy Lawrence
Ages: Adult (15+) / All Levels

Create decorative and functional pottery in this six-week class designed for the beginner as well as those who have taken intermediate pottery classes in the past.  Students will learn how to work with clay in both hand building, and wheel-throwing techniques. Finishing methods such as decorating, stamping, painting, and staining will be introduced as well as the discussion and practice of firing and glazing of clay works. Stoneware clay will be used and cone 6 and cone 06 glazes will be available.  All firings will be done by the museum in an electric kiln. All materials are provided.

Tuesdays, October 15 – November 19
6 – 9 pm

Instructor: Karen Vetter
Ages: Adult (15+) / All Levels

Nevada K-12 Educators: Please note, this course has been approved by the Nevada Department of Education for 1.0 in-service credit. Please contact Jen.henry@nevadaart.org if you wish to receive in-service credit.

Create decorative and functional pottery in this six-week class designed for the beginner as well as those who have taken intermediate pottery classes in the past.  Students will learn how to work with clay in both hand building, and wheel-throwing techniques. Finishing methods such as decorating, stamping, painting, and staining will be introduced as well as the discussion and practice of firing and glazing of clay works. Stoneware clay will be used and cone 6 and cone 06 glazes will be available.  All firings will be done by the museum in an electric kiln. All materials are provided.

Wednesdays, August 21 – September 25
6 – 9 pm

Instructor: Karen Vetter
Ages: Adult (15+) / All Levels

Nevada K-12 Educators: Please note, this course has been approved by the Nevada Department of Education for 1.0 in-service credit. Please contact Jen.henry@nevadaart.org if you wish to receive in-service credit.

Learn how to create your own paintbrushes using a variety of natural materials. Crafting your own paintbrushes allows you to create a wide range of textures and qualities with your brushstrokes. Students will create the handle from clay or bamboo shoots and experiment with textures created by an assortment of natural bristles.

Mondays, June 3 and 10
6 – 9 pm

Instructor: Lauren Gandolfo
Ages: Adult (15+) / All Levels

Supply List:

Please bring a variety of potential bristles from home.
Suggestions: twine, feathers, pipe cleaners, plant fibers, flowers, animal hair, human hair, string, wire, twigs etc.

All other supplies provided by the instructor.

CANCELED

Ocarinas: Ceramic Whistles

Making beautiful sounds and playing a few songs with clay can be fun.  In this class we will learn how to turn mud into musical magic!  Clay will be shaped into spherical forms and then strategic holes will be placed to create sound.  Clay forms will be ?red and then decorated with stains and paints.

Tuesdays, April 30 and May 7
1 – 3 pm

Instructor: Lauren Gandolfo
Ages: Adult (15+) / All levels

Students ages 11 – 16 will have fun exploring the tactile nature of clay. Instruction will encompass basic hand building, throwing on the wheel, and sculpture. In this 5 day intensive for young artists, students will learn about the basics of pottery, glazing and the transformation of their pieces from the heat of kiln. This will be a fun and educational class. All works will be fired in the Museums’ kiln. All materials are included.

Monday – Friday, August 5 – 9
1:30 – 4:30 pm

Instructor: Karen Vetter
Ages: 11-16

Kids ages 7 – 12 will have fun exploring a variety of art mediums in this fun and interactive camp. Over this five-day camp, participants will have the opportunity to hand-build clay sculptures, paint mini-masterpieces and sketch in the Museum galleries. A daily snack and all materials are included with registration.

Monday – Friday, August 5 – 9 / 9 am – noon

Instructor: Kyra Petersen
Ages: 7 – 12

Kids ages 7 – 12 will have fun exploring the tactile nature of clay.  Instruction will encompass basic hand building, throwing on the wheel, and sculpture.  In this 5 day camp, students will learn about the basics of pottery, glazing and the transformation of their pieces from the heat of kiln. This will be a fun and educational class.  All works will be fired in the Museums’ kiln. Snack and materials are included.

Monday – Friday, August 5-9/ 8:30 am – noon

Instructor: Karen Vetter
Ages: 7 – 12

Kids ages 7 – 12 will have fun exploring the tactile nature of clay.  Instruction will encompass basic hand building, throwing on the wheel, and sculpture.  In this 5 day camp, students will learn about the basics of pottery, glazing and the transformation of their pieces from the heat of kiln. This will be a fun and educational class.  All works will be fired in the Museums’ kiln. Snack and materials are included.

Monday – Friday, July 22 – 26 / 9:00 am – noon

Instructor: Karen Vetter
Ages: 7 – 12