Wednesday, August 10 / 10 am – 3 pm

Using the colorful blossoms of Summer as subject matter, this class will explore the world of botanical illustration. Explore basic drawing, composition ink and watercolor techniques to capture the beauty of the season. This class welcomes beginners and students from previous botanical workshops.

Instructor: Carroll Charlet
Ages: Adult (15+) / All levels

Supply List: 

• Basic watercolor kit
• No 8 or No 6 pointed watercolor brush
• 140 lb tablet of cold press watercolor paper (hot press for more advanced students)
• Micron black ink pens 005 and 01
• Sketch pad, pencil and eraser

Supply list questions – carrollcharlet@sbcglobal.net
*Materials available at Nevada Fine Arts (mention registration for a 10% discount)

Mondays, March 7 – April 11 / 6 – 9 pm

Beginning and returning students will enjoy a six week series exploring the various qualities of different drawing mediums.  In this course students will expand on their drawing skills by learning how to use colored pencil, pen & ink, and oil pastel in new and exciting ways. Students will be introduced to drawing techniques that are specific to each medium and will have the opportunity to apply them through still life, drawing from a photo and portraiture.

Required Supplies:

• Prismacolor Colored Pencils (Student’s choice of 12-36 count)
• Q-tips
• Acetone (can purchase at Home Depot or other hardware store)
• Jar for Acetone
• Fountain Pen w/Nibs (calligraphy pen)
• Fountain Pen Black India Ink
• Ball Point Pen (Black)
• Fine Tip Pen
• Set of Oil Pastels
• Bristol Vellum Paper (Pad) 9 x 12”
• Canson Mi-Teintes Pastel Assorted Pad 12 in. x 16 in.

Instructor: Ashley Follmer
Ages: Adult (15+) / All levels

Wednesdays, April 20 – May 4 / 6 – 8:30 pm

Students of all levels are invited to explore basic drawing and printing techniques to create beautiful hand printed textiles. Learn the basics of pattern design through a three class series that will teach you to gather inspiration through mood boards, brainstorm and sketch your own unique designs, and translate your ideas into handmade stamps that you will use to create seamlessly repeating patterns onto fabric yardage. You will also learn the basics of color selection, scale, and composition for your pieces, helping you create a collection of complimentary textile designs. The techniques learned in this series will carry you through a myriad of decor projects that you can easily replicate on your own for home decor and personal projects after the series is complete. Casey will be sharing all of her best tips and tricks for building a beautiful body of hand printed textile work.

Supply list: Fabric swatches, magazines, or any other inspiration pieces from home to use for creating mood boards. All other supplies are provided by the Museum.

Instructor: Casey Sibley
Ages: Adult (15+) / All levels

Thursdays, April 14 – May 19 / 6 – 9 pm

Students will be introduced to a variety of techniques to help improve their portrait drawing skills. Topics covered will include the divisions of the head, two-value block-in, rhythm lines, lost edges and much more. The first two classes will be based in instruction while the remaining four classes will be dedicated to drawing from a live model.    

Instructor: Daniel Helzer
Ages: Adult (15+) / all levels

Supply List: 

• Charcoal pencils (recommendations: General’s Charcoal, Ritmo, Conte)
• Soft compressed charcoal sticks
• White charcoal stick (optional)
• Blending stump
• Kneaded eraser
• Newsprint drawing pad 14”x17” or 18“x24” (smooth or rough depending on your preference)
• Box of Kleenex for smudging

Sunday, June 5 / 10 am – 3 pm

NOTE: This class is now sold out. To be placed on the wait list, please email claire.munoz@nevadaart.org

Learn the techniques of botanical illustration to capture the vibrancy of spring flowers in watercolor. Students with watercolor experience and those new to watercolor are welcome. *Supply list.

Instructor: Carroll Charlet
Ages: Adult (15+) / All Levels

Thursdays, June 2 – 23 / 1 – 4 pm

Improve your life drawing skills and explore a variety of media while working freely from a nude model in this popular open studio class. The instructor will be present to coordinate class and offer instruction upon request. Both male and female models will be posed and drawn. *Supply list.

Instructor: Jerry Stinson
Ages: Adults (18+) / All Levels

Thursdays, April 7 – 28 / 1 – 4 pm

Improve your life drawing skills and explore a variety of media while working freely from a nude model in this popular open studio class. The instructor will be present to coordinate class and offer instruction upon request. Both male and female models will be posed and drawn.

Instructor: Jerry Stinson 
Ages: Adults (18+) / All Levels

The following are suggested basic supplies – all media are welcome, so please bring whatever supplies you need for whichever media you are using. 
– Drawing board – 20”x 26” or larger (light-weight masonite works best) 
– Newsprint pad – 18”x 24” – rough surface recommended 
– Bull dog clamps or similar to attach pad to board 
– Medium and Support Items: 
– Vine charcoal, thin and fat pieces
– Choice of conte crayon, 6B graphite pencil or sticks, china marker, compressed charcoal, carbon pencils, or any suitable medium for drawing on newsprint 
– Large kneaded eraser 
– Pink pearl eraser
– Portable pencil sharpener or utility knife (best for soft/medium pencils)
– Clean small rags 
– Sandpaper pad for sharpening drawing mediums 
– Stumps for blending (optional)

Wednesdays, April 6 – 27 / 6 – 9 pm

Improve your life drawing skills and explore a variety of media while working freely from a nude model in this popular open studio class. The instructor will be present to coordinate class and offer instruction upon request. Both male and female models will be posed and drawn.

Instructor: Jerry Stinson 
Ages: Adults (18+) / All Levels

The following are suggested basic supplies – all media are welcome, so please bring whatever supplies you need for whichever media you are using. 
– Drawing board – 20”x 26” or larger (light-weight masonite works best) 
– Newsprint pad – 18”x 24” – rough surface recommended 
– Bull dog clamps or similar to attach pad to board 
– Medium and Support Items: 
– Vine charcoal, thin and fat pieces
– Choice of conte crayon, 6B graphite pencil or sticks, china marker, compressed charcoal, carbon pencils, or any suitable medium for drawing on newsprint 
– Large kneaded eraser 
– Pink pearl eraser
– Portable pencil sharpener or utility knife (best for soft/medium pencils)
– Clean small rags 
– Sandpaper pad for sharpening drawing mediums 
– Stumps for blending (optional)

Sunday, April 17 / 10 am – 3 pm

Learn to combine the texturing of ink and the vibrancy of watercolor to create whimsical works of animals and plants.  This class is designed to teach basic approaches to animal illustrations.  No experience necessary.  

Instructor: Carroll Charlet
Ages: Adult (15+) All levels

Supply list: 

Watercolor Paint, Paper (140 lb cold press) and Pallet.

NOTE: If you don’t have your own kit you may purchase a kit which will include paper, paint and a pallet for $10 directly from the instructor. Please e-mail carrollcharlet@sbcglobal.net in advance so it can be prepared. 

Additional required supplies:

No 8 or No 6 pointed watercolor brush

Micron black ink pens 005 and 01

HB pencil and eraser

Two water containers

Roll of paper towels

Supply list questions – carrollcharlet@sbcglobal.net

*Materials available at Nevada Fine Arts. Mention class registration for a 10% discount.

Wednesday, December 16 / 10 am – 2 pm

Participants will explore the origins of the mandala (radiant) and the significance of these designs in various cultures. They will experience the joy of learning the construction techniques that allow the inner self to manifest in a physical design filled with color and intricacy. Students will learn to still their minds and bodies in order to relax and allow mandalas to flow onto the paper. They will discover through the significance of color and points the inner world they reveal. All necessary materials will be provided but, if you have already have a journal and your own colored pencils and pens that you enjoy using, please bring them.

Instructor: Kaleigh Surber
Ages: 15 and up / All Levels