Sunday,  June 3 / 10 am – 3 pm

In this intermediate to advanced class, students will learn the basics of natural illustration drawing with a focus on sea shells and mixed media (watercolor and prismacolor). Students will learn about many types of sea shells, creating a final detailed drawing of sea shell. Shell specimens will be provided to draw from life, along with photo reference materials. *Basic understanding of drawing and/or watercolor techniques advised. 

Instructor: Sophie Banspach
Ages: Adult (15+) / Intermediate or Advanced levels

Supply List:

• Watercolors: Cadmium Red, Cobalt or Ultramarine Blue, Cadmium Yellow Light, Yellow Ochre, Alizarin Crimson, Sap Green, Chromium Oxide Green, Raw Sienna, Burnt Umber, Pro White. (Cotman or Van Gogh is fine; Windsor Newton is excellent)
• Your personal watercolor pallet
• 2 HB Pencils
• Watercolor Brushes: #0 or 1 with good point, #3, #7, #10 Round
• 9 x 12” 140lb cold press watercolor paper
• Roll of paper towels
• 2 Plastic water containers
• Prismacolor Pencils
• 12 or 24 Prismacolor set, or: Light Peach, Crimson Red, Ultramarine, Grass Green, Sunburst Yellow, Orange, Violet, Light Umber, Dark Brown, White
• White eraser
• Magnifying glass
• Optional: Specimens or reference images from your own collection

Sunday, April 15 / 10 am – 3 pm

In this intermediate to advanced level class, students will learn the basics of natural illustration drawing with a focus on butterfly and/or moth illustration and watercolor. Students will learn about butterfly/moth anatomy and composition, creating a final drawing of a butterfly/moth in their natural environment. Specimens of butterflies/moths will be provided to draw from life as well as photo reference materials. *Basic understanding of drawing and watercolor techniques advised.  

Instructor: Sophie Banspach
Ages: Adults (15+) / Intermediate/Advanced levels

Supplies List:

• Watercolors: Cadmium Red, Cobalt or Ultramarine Blue, Cadmium Yellow Light, Yellow Ochre, Alizarin Crimson, Sap Green, Chromium Oxide Green, Raw Sienna, Burnt Umber, Pro White. (Cotman or Van Gogh is fine; Windsor Newton is excellent)
• Your personal watercolor pallet
• 2 HB Pencils
• Watercolor Brushes: #0 or 1 with good point, #3, #7, #10 Round
• 9 x 12” 140lb cold press watercolor paper
• Roll of paper towels
• 2 Plastic water containers
• Magnifying glass
• Optional: Specimens or reference images from your own collection

Sunday, April 8 / 10 am – 2 pm

This class is designed for anyone who would like to explore the medium of watercolor without the commitment.  Learn techniques such as washes, glazing, wet on wet and much more.  Find out if watercolor is for you.  The class is great for beginners who would like to experiment with watercolor techniques in an instructive setting. No experience necessary. All materials included with registration.

Instructor: Iva Neveux
Ages: Adult (15+) / Beginners

Saturday, June 2 / 10 am – 2 pm

Learn to paint the vibrancy of poppies from live specimens and photos.  Demonstrations will focus on layering washes to capture deep saturation of color while maintaining the transparency of watercolor.  

Instructor: Carroll Charlet
Ages: Adult (15+) / Some watercolor experience

Supply list: 

• Watercolor paper cold press 140 lb (Arches suggested)
• Watercolor Brushes including #8 OR #6 pointed and #2 OR #4 pointed
• Pallet that includes your favorite vibrant reds and pinks
• HB pencil
• Kneaded eraser
• Roll of paper towels

Supply list questions, please email Carroll Charlet at carrollcharlet@sbcglobal.net

Saturday, May 12 / 10 am – 2 pm

Learn to paint the vibrancy of poppies from live specimens and photos.  Demonstrations will focus on layering washes to capture deep saturation of color while maintaining the transparency of watercolor.  

Instructor: Carroll Charlet
Ages: Adult (15+) / Some watercolor experience

Supply list: 

• Watercolor paper cold press 140 lb (Arches suggested)
• Watercolor Brushes including #8 OR #6 pointed and #2 OR #4 pointed
• Pallet that includes your favorite vibrant reds and pinks
• HB pencil
• Kneaded eraser
• Roll of paper towels

Supply list questions, please email Carroll Charlet at carrollcharlet@sbcglobal.net

Thursdays, May 10 – 31 / 9 am – 12 pm

This intermediate level open studio class is designed for returning students and experienced students. Students should have a personal work in progress to work towards completing in this fun and social series. Each class will begin with a short lesson addressing a challenge or technique followed by open studio time to continue work on personal projects. Instructor will be on hand to assist with challenges, offer critique, instruction, and encouragement. 

Supply list: Please bring any supplies you own for your specific project. A recommended basic supply list is as follows: 
• Watercolors: Cobalt Blue, Phthalo Blue, Lemon Yellow, Alizarin Crimson, Magenta, Sap Green, New Gamboge, Yellow Ochre. (Cotman or Van Gogh is fine; Windsor Newton is excellent)
• Your personal watercolor pallet
• 2 HB Pencils
• Watercolor Brushes: #6 & #10 Round (Silver/Black brand is recommended and available at Nevada Fine Arts)
• Pad of Arches 140# cold press watercolor paper
• Roll of paper towels
• 2 Plastic water containers.

Instructor: Carroll Charlet
Ages: Adult (15+) / Intermediate and Advanced Watercolor Students

Wednesday, June 6 / 10 am – 3:30 pm

This one-day workshop will present techniques in watercolor to express the beauty of sunsets, starry nights and early dawns.  Both impressionistic and realistic approaches will be explored.  

Instructor: Carroll Charlet
Ages: Adult (15+) / Some watercolor experience

Supply list:

• Watercolor paper cold press 140 lb (Arches suggested)
• Small bottle of Frisket/Mask
• 2 toothbrushes
• Watercolor Brushes including #8 OR #6 pointed and ½” OR 1” flat
• Pallet that includes indigo and thalo blue
• HB pencil
• Kneaded eraser
• Roll of paper towels

For questions about the supply, please email Carroll Charlet at carrollcharlet@sbcglobal.net

Sunday, April 29 / 10 am – 3:30 pm

This one-day workshop will present techniques in watercolor to express the beauty of sunsets, starry nights and early dawns.  Both impressionistic and realistic approaches will be explored.  

Instructor: Carroll Charlet
Ages: Adult (15+) / Some watercolor experience

Supply list:

• Watercolor paper cold press 140 lb (Arches suggested)
• Small bottle of Frisket/Mask
• 2 toothbrushes
• Watercolor Brushes including #8 OR #6 pointed and ½” OR 1” flat
• Pallet that includes indigo and thalo blue
• HB pencil
• Kneaded eraser
• Roll of paper towels

For questions about the supply, please email Carroll Charlet at carrollcharlet@sbcglobal.net

Sunday, January 28 / 10 am – 12:30 pm

Painting clinics are designed to offer specific instruction on a variety of techniques and painting challenges. This series is ideal for Painting: Open Studio students looking for additional instruction and help with specific topics. 

Join us this month as we take a close look at the anatomy of a portrait. Students will learn proper measurements of the face from front, side and three-quarter view. Students will also review the structure of the eyes, nose, mouth and ears. Depending on your preference, bring your paint, charcoal or pencil and get ready for some fun exercises to improve your skills!

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

Suggested Supply List:

Color recommendations are as follows though all mediums are welcome for this open studio class:

Titanium White 

Ultramarine Blue 

Cadmium Red Medium or Light

Lemon or Cadmium Yellow 

Light Yellow Ochre 

Burnt Sienna

Selection of brushes

Pallet

Palette knife

Painting Board or Canvas

Container/jar water and brushes

Paper towels

Cheap Plastic Ruler

Gamsol mineral spirits (if working in Oil)

Sundays, May 20 – June 10 / 1 – 4 pm

Students will enjoy developing their painting techniques and skills in this observational open studio class.  Weekly subject matter will rotate between nude and clothed models and still-lifes. Each class will begin with brief instruction followed by an open studio format painting class. Students may use acrylic or oil paint. Dry media is also welcome.

Instructor: Daniel Helzer
Ages: Adult (18+) / All levels

Supply List:

• Color recommendations are as follows though all mediums are welcome for this open studio class:
  Titanium White 
  Ultramarine Blue 
  Cadmium Red Medium or Light
  Lemon or Cadmium Yellow 
  Light Yellow Ochre 
  Burnt Sienna
• Selection of brushes
• Pallet
• Palette knife
• Painting Board or Canvas
• Container/jar water and brushes
• Paper towels
• Cheap Plastic Ruler
• Gamsol mineral spirits (if working in Oil)