Not only for housing books, hand made boxes have a variety of functions. This course will teach the basics of decorative box construction. Using hard binders’ board and marbled paper, learn to construct a functional and decorative box with an elegant Clamshell closure. By mastering the basic template for these box models, students will gain the necessary skills for other varieties of boxes, while also enhancing their bookbinding skills. The instructor will bring many beautiful, one of a kind marbled fabrics and paper from which to choose to cover your unique box.

Thursday, August 15
10 am – 5 pm

Instructor: Pietro Accardi
Ages: Adult (15+) / All levels

Students who have taken a marbling class and have fallen in love, not only with the magical process of marbling, but also the gorgeous product they have created, often ask what they can do with their pieces.

This class will involve students in three different projects:

-Making a beautiful and durable gift bag

-Making a 4” round box

-Making a 4” square box

Students can bring their own marbled paper, or other special paper they would like to use, or use marbled paper provided by Pietro.

Thursday, August 1
10 am – 5 pm

Instructor: Pietro Accardi
Ages: Adult (15+) / All levels

Supply List:

Students can bring their own marbled paper, or other special paper they would like to use, or use marbled paper provided by Pietro.

In this introductory class, student will gain a basic understanding of history, techniques, tools and styles of European marbling. Students will get hands on experience of all aspects of marbling from preparatory mixing of water medium and paints, to the creation of classical patterns. Specific attention will be given to learning how to obtain particular designs using a diverse array of rakes and combs. Students will have ample time for experimentation with guidance from the instructor.

Monday – Wednesday, July 8 – 10
10 am – 3 pm

Instructor: Pietro Accardi
Ages: Adult (15+) / All levels

Explore still life oil painting in this workshop that looks specifically at painting a floral still life. Imploring the techniques and style of the Dutch Masters, both beginning, and more advanced oil painting students will enjoy learning how to set up a floral still life, will consider their composition and will learn how to take a floral still life painting from start to finish. Students will explore oil painting techniques, including brushwork, value and color. Students will work to develop their oil painting skills while exploring texture, light, shape and form.

Thursday and Friday, July 11 and 12
9 am – 2 pm

Ages: Adult (15+) / All levels
Instructor: Dee Kirkham

Supply List/Instructor Notes: 

Suggested place for purchasing oil paints: Nevada Fine Arts Store, Reno, NV  

Oil Paints (Rembrandt, Windsor Newton Oil (not student grade), Old Holland or Vasari Paints (800-932-9375)

• Naples Yellow Light
• Yellow Ochre
• Cadmium Yellow Light or Lemon
• Cadmium Yellow Deep
• Cadmium Orange
• Cadmium Red Light
• Alizarin Crimson
• Ultramarine Blue 
• Burnt Umber
• Raw Umber (prefer Windsor Newton)
• Ivory Black
• Transparent Oxide Red
• Titanium White (M Graham Alkyd Formulation – but any Titanium White will be fine)

Brushes

• Rosemary Brushes (can order only online www.rosemaryandco.com – Ivory Filberts Size 4, 6, 8 & 10 to start and/or Ivory Short Flats, size 4, 6, 8 & 10 to start
• Robert Simmons (www.blick.com)   Signet Bristle Brushes or Silver Grand Prix 
• Sizes:  3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12
• Watercolor Nylon Brush or a very soft brush for smoothing – 1” to 2” – Rosemary & Co has a goat hair one that is perfect

Preferred Medium

• Prefer to not use turpentine – I will explain this and show you how to paint without it and how to clean your brushes.
• Gamblin Liquin
• Maroger Flemish Medium – can be ordered from Andre Lucero, www.andrelucero.com
• I will have this for you to purchase at the class.  Please let him know that I referred you.

Preferred Surfaces – Smooth

• Ampersand Museum or value Series, The Artist Panel for oil & acrylics, smooth finish or canvas texture, 1/8” flat panel.  Sizes preferred for class 8×10, 9×12, 11×14 or 12×16. Only need 2 canvases for class.Can order these at https://ampersandart.com or Nevada Fine Arts store (if they don’t have them, they can order them for you) or can be purchased at www.dickblick.com
• Inner Glow Panels – http://www.billewing.com/panels.htm (877-430-3639)
• These boards provide for a smooth surface giving the effect of the Old Dutch Masters style 
• Canvas Boards, if used should be Belgian Linen Portrait quality.  I recommend Raphael Premium Archival Oil Primed Linen Panels which you can order from Jerry’s Artarama.
• Bring any sizes you prefer – Suggested sizes 9×12, 11×14, 12×16

Palette

• Plexiglas or glass palette is the best for seeing your color and cleaning.  The simplest is to buy a cheap frame with glass, 12×16 or 16×20, and use the glass for your palette.

Palette Knife

• Any size will be fine, short blade and a long pliable blade preferred.

Easel

• Please bring you own easel setup if you prefer, otherwise easels are provided.  If you prefer to sit when you paint, a table top easel will be fine.  
• Artwork Essentials – http://www.artworkessentials.com  – have several sizes of easels that are lightweight, easy to transport and very compact with tripod and accessories.  I will be using one at the workshop.

Paper Towels – Bounty (seem to be the best for not leaving residue on your brushes or painting).

Still Life Setups

• You will be painting your own personal still life setup.  If you have any special vases, flowers, or items that you would like to possible put in your painting, please feel  free to bring them.  I will be bringing a lot of items for you to choose from also.  
• Also bring a small & large box  and a dark colored cloth ( 2 yards minimum) preferably dark green, black or a neutral color.

NOTE: If you prefer not to buy extra supplies from this list, please just bring what you have.  I know art can get expensive.  I will be happy to share what I have with you and this will give an opportunity to try it before you buy.

Students will learn the basics of mosaics, including techniques, design and grouting. Using various materials, students will work towards a 10” x 10” mosaic mirror or 6 x 12 plaque project. All materials provided but students may bring other objects (stones, jewels, beads, etc.) to incorporate into their piece. This class is intended for those unfamiliar or new to mosaics but all skill levels are welcome. At the end of the workshop, students will be given a grouting demo and take home grout kit. Students can take the grout home or may choose to complete the project with guidance at a later date at Copper Cat Studios in Sparks. Please plan to  bring a sack lunch. Please wear close toed shoes, as we will be cutting glass and it doesn’t feel good to get glass between your toes! Also if you are bringing a beverage (non-alcoholic please!), make sure it is in a covered container.

Sunday, August 18 
10 am – 3 pm

Instructor: Katie Packham
Ages 15 and Up / All Levels

Supply list:
Sack Lunch
Close Toed Shoes

This class will explore the origins of yarn. Taking raw wool freshly sheared from local sheep, students will wash it, card it, spin it into yarn and dye it. Students will finish the class with a custom skein of yarn that they have made from start to finish.

Tuesday and Wednesday, June 4 and 5
6 – 9 pm

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

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.

This class will focus on painting the vibrant colors of southwest sunsets in watercolor. Instruction will be given in creating deeply saturated colors by layering multiple washes. A combination of wet and dry brush painting will be used to create the stark contrasts of desert landscapes. Some watercolor experience is recommended.

Sunday, August 25
10 am – 3 pm

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

Required Supplies:
•    Watercolor pallet with a variety of pigments
•    Number 6 or 4 pointed watercolor brush
•    ½” or larger flat watercolor brush
•    Graphite or mechanical pencil
•    Kneaded rubber eraser
•    Two plastic water containers
•    Roll of paper towels
•    Arches (or other artist’s grade) 140lb cold pressed watercolor paper 9” x 12” or larger
*single sheets of watercolor paper may be purchased during class for $2.00/sheet
For questions regarding supplies, please contact carrollcharlet@sbcglobal.net  

*Materials available at Nevada Fine Arts (mention registration for 10% discount)

This class will focus on painting the vibrant colors of southwest sunsets in watercolor. Instruction will be given in creating deeply saturated colors by layering multiple washes. A combination of wet and dry brush painting will be used to create the stark contrasts of desert landscapes. Some watercolor experience is recommended.

Sunday, August 4
10 am – 3 pm

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

Required Supplies:
•    Watercolor pallet with a variety of pigments
•    Number 6 or 4 pointed watercolor brush
•    ½” or larger flat watercolor brush
•    Graphite or mechanical pencil
•    Kneaded rubber eraser
•    Two plastic water containers
•    Roll of paper towels
•    Arches (or other artist’s grade) 140lb cold pressed watercolor paper 9” x 12” or larger
*single sheets of watercolor paper may be purchased during class for $2.00/sheet
For questions regarding supplies, please contact carrollcharlet@sbcglobal.net  

*Materials available at Nevada Fine Arts (mention registration for 10% discount)

Learn to paint the beautiful colors of summer, mixing watercolor and ink. Instruction will be provided in composition and watercolor techniques such as multiple washes and glazing. Some watercolor experience is recommended.

Sunday, July 28
10 am – 3 pm

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

Required Supplies:
•    Basic Watercolor Set (paint and brush)
•    Small round 10-well pallet
•    Fine tip waterproof black ink pen (Micron 005 or equal)
•    Graphite or mechanical pencil
•    Kneaded rubber eraser
•    Two plastic water containers
•    Watercolor Paper, 140 lb cold press *
    *single sheets of watercolor paper may be purchased during class for $2.00/sheet

For questions regarding supplies, please contact carrollcharlet@sbcglobal.net   

*Materials available at Nevada Fine Arts (mention registration for 10% discount)