June 7 and 14 / 10 am – 2 pm

Learn to combine the texturing of ink and the vibrancy of watercolor to create whimsical works with focusing on bugs and beautiful blossoms. Students will work from photo subjects or may bring their own preliminary sketches. No experience necessary.

Instructor: Carroll Charlet
Ages: 15 and Up / 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
• Roll of paper towels

  *Materials available at Nevada Fine Arts
  Supply list questions – carrollcharlet@sbcglobal.net 

Fridays, May 29 – June 19 / 1 – 4 pm

Learn the skills used in creating beautiful paintings using translucent watercolors. Beginners will learn the basics of pallet set up, color mixing, composition and a wide range of watercolor techniques including washes, glazing, dry brush work and “special effects.”

Instructor: Carroll Charlet

Ages: 15 and Up / All Levels

Required Supplies:

• Colors: Cobalt Blue, Ultramarine, Cadmium Yellow, Alizarin Crimson, Sap Green, New Gamboge, Yellow Ochre 
• Plastic studio pallet with at least 10 paint wells
• 2 HB Pencils 
• Watercolor Brushes: #6 or #7 Round and #10 or #12 Round and Wash (flat) Brush at least 1 inch wide
• Pad of Arches 140# cold press watercolor paper
• Roll of paper towels 
• 2 Plastic water containers
• Additional watercolor supplies (paints, brushes, etc) are welcome but not necessary

Please mail questions to carrollcharlet@sbcglobal.net

Thursday, May 21 / 1 – 5 pm

This class is designed for anyone who would like to explore the medium of watercolor without the commitment! Experiment with techniques such as glazing, masking, wet on wet, hard edges and much more. Find out if watercolor is for you. This class is also good for beginners who would like to play with watercolor techniques in an instructive setting. All materials included.

Instructor: Carroll Charlet
Ages: 15 and up / All levels

Thursday, May 14 / 6 – 9 pm 

Create a variety of image transfers in this class where various methods will be taught. Using black and white as well as color photocopies, create image transfers on to paper, canvas, wood, and more using gel transfer and packing tape transfer methods. 

Instructor: Lisa Kurt 

Ages: 15 and up / All Levels 

Required Supplies:

• black and white toner-based photocopies and color photocopies* (must be toner ink, these cannot be printed on inkjet prints- they will not work) 
• sketchbook, moleskin journal or other blank journal (any size – accordion books work great for this if you can fine them!)
• magazines with images you like (fashion, home decor, art are all great for this) 
• small wood panels, raw canvas or other objects you might want to print on/decorate (wood/canvas/paper all work well). There will be a small selection of objects will be provided to choose from as well.

Thursdays, April 16 – 30 / 5:30 – 8:30 pm

Make this handmade box for your most treasured mementos. Over the three sessions of class, students will be introduced to every aspect of hand boxmaking, including cutting and preparation of bookcloth, decorative paper and board; gluing and assembly; and techniques for scaling this structure and others to perfectly enclose a particular book or keepsake. Students will also be able to personalize their boxes. 

Instructor: Katherine Case 
Ages: 15+ / All levels 

Supply List:

• Ruler
• X-acto knife
• Bone folder
• 1″ glue brush
• A clean cotton rag
• Any decorative paper or collage elements you would like to incorporate into your box

Tuesdays, February 3 – March 24 / 1 – 4 pm

Beginning and intermediate level students will learn the Leaded Method in stained glass. A selection of patterns will be provided for all students, although returning students working in the foil method may generate their own patterns.

Instructor: Cindy Oberlander, owner of the Art Glassery
Ages: 15 and up / Beginning and Intermediate levels

Instructor Notes:
Each student is expected to complete a small stained glass window provided they attend every session, however completion cannot be guaranteed. Returning students may elect to learn the Copper Foil Method, with the understanding that Lead Method instruction will dominate the first two classes. A selection of patterns will be provided for all students, although Foil students may generate their own patterns. Class fees includes use of tools and equipment. Glass will be a separate expense and may be purchased directly from the instructor. Depending on selection, students can estimate glass to run between $45 and $75 (payable directly to Cindy Oberlander, artist/owner of The Art Glassery.

Saturday, February 21 / 10:30 – 11:15 am

Bring your baby or toddler and go beyond finger-painting by blobbing, smushing, and smearing colors with hands and feet! Witness baby’s first painting with no mess at home. Your wee one will make a creative keepsake for the family to cherish. Dress for a mess!

Supply List: Change of clothes/diaper and a towel

Instructor: Lisa Kornze
Ages: 6 months – 3 years

Saturday, February 21 / 9:30 – 10:15 am

Bring your baby or toddler and go beyond finger-painting by blobbing, smushing, and smearing colors with hands and feet! Witness baby’s first painting with no mess at home. Your wee one will make a creative keepsake for the family to cherish. Dress for a mess!

Supply List: Change of clothes/diaper and a towel

Instructor: Lisa Kornze
Ages: 6 months – 3 years

Wednesdays, February 25 – March 11 / 10 – 10:45 am

You and your child will enjoy create keepsake holiday gifts and ornaments while exploring a variety of mediums. Price includes one parent and one child. Dress for a mess!

Ages: 2 – 5 years with parent

Tuesdays, February 24 – March 24 / 3:30 – 5:30 pm

Teens ages 13 – 18 will enjoy exploring portrait through line, value, shading and composition while working in acrylic paint. Students will explore basic sketching and painting techniques to better understand their subject matter and materials.

Supply List: Student to supply a 18 x 24″ newsprint drawing pad. A variety of painting and drawing materials will be provided for use in class.

Instructor: Jerry Stinson
Ages: 13 – 18 / All Skill Levels