Monday – Wednesday, May 7 – 9 / 9 am – 12 pm

Adobe Lightroom is quickly becoming the go to application for photographers of any experience level, but so many photographers are not using the application to the fullest potential. There are also features of Lightroom that are best left to other applications, and those work arounds will be shown in class. From tethered shooting to advanced Develop module techniques, this class with get new Lightroom users up and running, and advanced users taking advantage of features that will save time, and reduce frustration.

Instructor: MD Welch
Ages: Adult (15+) / All Levels

Supply list: A laptop is not necessary for this class, but having one will not hurt, as students can work along with the instructor during class. Files for the class will take up 6-8 GB of space, and students should have that amount of space free on their computers if they want to work along with the instructor.

Monday – Friday, July 23 – 27 / 9 am – 12 pm

Explore abstraction through guided exercises designed to break boundaries and expand your creative language. Working with acrylic paint students will create landscapes using color, form and texture. Emphasis will be on risk taking and experimentation. Development of individual vision will be encouraged. Beginner to advanced painters welcome!

Supply list: 

Acrylic Paint (4 oz. tubes, Basic Brand is fine!):
Black
White
Yellow (two hues of your choosing)
Blue (two hues of your choosing)
Red (two hues of your choosing)
Additional colors (**OPTIONAL!!!)
Other:
(5) Plastic cups (yogurt containers,cottage cheese, other empty food containers, etc..)
Artists Tape
X-acto Knife
Surfaces:
(10) 8″x8″ Canvas board
(3) 12″ x 12″ Canvas or Canvas Board
(2) 14″ x 14″ Canvas or Canvas Board
(3) 18″ x 18″ Canvas or Canvas Board (*Optional: Dimension is your choice, but be sure all three are the SAME size)
(1-3) Your Choice (Canvas or Canvas Board)
Variety of Synthetic Brushes

Instructor: Rachel Stiff
Ages: Adults (15+) / All levels

Monday – Friday, July 9 – 13 / 9 am – 12 pm

From field sketches to finished works artists have always worked to capture the landscape. In this class students will learn techniques for working quickly when time is of the essence, and how to develop a drawing over a period of time. Along with value, depth and perspective students cultivate an eye for composition. Students will be introduced to a variety of mediums, as well as complete a sketch using oil paint.

Supply list:

• Charcoal Pencils or Sticks 2B-6B Soft & Medium, 1 White Charcoal Pencil

• Graphite Pencils HB, B, 2B, 4B, 6B, 8B

• Pencil Sharpener  

• Kneaded Eraser, Pink Eraser 

• Paper Blending Dowels (Various Sizes)

• Newsprint Pad

• Heavyweight White Drawing Paper 

• Optional: Drawing Board

Instructor: Rachel Stiff
Ages: Adults (15+) / All levels

Thursdays, April 19 – May 24 / 1 – 4 pm

Students of all skill level will enjoy this course designed to teach basic acrylic painting techniques including blending, impasto, and dry brush. Individually tailored challenges are offered to the more experienced painter. Students will paint from still life installations, paint landscapes, and create abstract compositions combining various techniques. Each class will approach acrylic paint differently to provide an introduction as to how the medium can be utilized for different styles and subject matter. 

Supply list: TBA

Instructor: Rachel Stiff
Ages: Adults (15+) / Beginners Welcome!

Thursday, August 30 / 10 am – 2 pm

Using the late summer colors of blooming sunflowers, as subject matter, this class will explore the world of botanical illustration. Explore basic drawing, 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

Required Supplies: 

• 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

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

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

Saturday, August 18 / 10 am – 2 pm

Using the late summer colors of blooming sunflowers, as subject matter, this class will explore the world of botanical illustration. Explore basic drawing, 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

Required Supplies: 

• 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

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

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

Wednesday, August 15 / 10 am – 3 pm

This one-day workshop will present lessons and demos on water, granite, mountains and sky that are the hallmarks of Lake Tahoe.  Learn to layer watercolor washes to capture the deeply saturated colors of Tahoe.

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

Supply list: 

• Watercolor pallet including your favorite blues (email instructor for suggestions)
• Watercolor brushes including a 1” OR ½” flat and a #6 OR # 8 round brushes 
• Graphite or mechanical pencil
• Rubber eraser
• 2 plastic water containers
• Tablet of Arches cold press 140 lb watercolor paper (9”x12” or larger) *
• * Single sheets of watercolor paper may be purchased during class ($2.00)
• Roll of paper towels
• For questions about the supply, please email Carroll Charlet at carrollcharlet@sbcglobal.net

Tuesdays, April 10 – May 15 / 9:30 am – 12:30 pm

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. 

Instructor: Jen Henry
Ages: Adult (15+) / Intermediate levels
Some experience and familiarity with hand building and wheel throwing techniques is suggested.

Thursday, July 19 / 1 – 4:30 pm

Translucence is at the heart of watercolor painting. Learn to chart and mix your colors to keep the beautiful luminosity of the medium. This class includes color charting both wet and dry, mixing triads for unusual color, and learning to combine warm and cool hues. An excellent class for both the beginner and advanced student.

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

Supply List:

• Your personal watercolor pallet. If you are a beginner please contact Carroll* for pallet suggestions. 
• 2 sheets 11 x 15 140 lb cold pressed watercolor paper (Paper can be purchased from the instructor during class for $2 a sheet as we will use 2 or 3 sheets). 
• Roll of paper towels 
• Drawing pencil 
• Kneaded eraser 
• 2 Plastic water containers 
• #6 or #8 round brush (Silver/Black Velvet brush recommended – available at Nevada Fine Arts) 

*Please e-mail questions to carrollcharlet@sbcglobal.net

Friday, June 29 / 9 am – 2 pm

Learn to combine the texturing of ink and the vibrancy of watercolor to capture the beauty of of a floral bouquet. This class is designed to teach basic approaches to botanical illustration. Students will use photographs and live specimens for reference. Beginners and experienced students are welcome.

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

Supply list: 

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