10 am - 2 pm
The Art of Collage
Collaging is the art of sticking various different materials such as photographs, pieces of paper or fabric on to a backing. In this class, students will learn about the aesthetics of collage, melding the ideas of reality and fiction as the instructor guides them through the process of creating their
8:30 am - noon
Winter Break Camp: Fun with Clay
Kids ages 7 – 11 will have fun exploring the tactile nature of clay. Instruction will encompass basic hand building, throwing on the wheel, and sculpture. In this 5 day camp, students will learn about the basics of pottery, glazing and the transformation of their pieces from the heat of
9 am - noon
Winter Break Camp: Intro to Visual Art
Kids age 7 – 11 will explore a variety of art forms as we dive into the world of visual art. Under the guidance of the instructor, students will learn foundational skills related to drawing, painting, collage and sculpture. Throughout this camp, students will be introduced to contemporary and pop
1 - 4 pm
Winter Break Camp: Digital Art and Illustration
Kids ages 7– 11 will have fun playing on the Museum’s iPad Pros as they work on story-boarding, character design and animation in this 5 day winter break camp. Students will also have an opportunity to explore and sketch using the iPads in the Museum’s galleries while looking for inspiration
10 am - 5 pm
Box Making: Hatch-top Box
Handmade boxes are not only lovely, they are also quite useful and can be used to store a range of objects, not just books. Using hard board or masonite and marbled fabric, the instructor will walk students through the basics of creating decorative boxes. Expanding on these primary box building
10 am - 1 pm
Ceramics: Creating with Clay
Intermediate and advanced level students will enjoy developing their hand building and/or wheel throwing projects in this class. The instructor will introduce students to new techniques such as lidded, forms, vases, and image transfer. Students are encouraged to come to class with ideas for their own projects while the instructor
5:30 - 7:30 pm
Kids’ Corner: Intro to Painting
Learn the versatility of this multi faceted medium! Using color theory and form, this class will focus on different styles and techniques of painting each day. Color mixing will be an important aspect during class as well as awareness of composition. Students will create a different piece of art each
5:30 - 7:30 pm
Kids’ Corner: Intro to Ceramics
Join us for a fun and festive clay-making adventure! In this hands-on class kids ages 7-11 will learn fundamental hand building techniques including pinch pots, coil building, and basic sculpture to create unique themed masterpieces. Students will craft ornaments, festive lanterns, and more, exploring their creativity while gaining skills in
5:30 - 8:30 pm
Introduction to Sewing: Mastering the Basics
In this 4 week course students will learn to master the basics of sewing and complete your very own tote bag from a design and fabric of your choosing. If you’re a beginner or someone who needs a refresher, this class is for you! Students will learn basic sewing machine
5:30 - 8:30 pm
Clay: Earthworks
Create decorative and functional pottery in this six-week class designed for the beginner as well as those who have taken intermediate pottery classes in the past. Students will learn how to work with clay in both hand building, and wheel-throwing techniques. Finishing methods such as decorating, stamping, painting, and staining
10 am - 1 pm
Portrait Drawing
Improve your portrait drawing skills and explore a variety of media while working freely from a model. This drawing class is open to students using any drawing media they are most comfortable with. The instructor is well versed in all drawing mediums and will be present to coordinate class and
2 - 5 pm
Figure Painting
Improve your life painting skills and explore a variety of paint media while working freely from a nude model in this popular figure painting class. The instructor will be present to coordinate class and offer instruction upon request and is a perfect class for beginner to advanced artists. Both male
4 - 8 pm
Watercolor Foundations: Watercolor for Beginners
This class is for students who are new to watercolor or have worked on their own and are looking to improve their watercolor skills with step-by-step instructions. The instructor will discuss various watercolor supplies and suggest appropriate starting materials. Students will learn to recognize various levels of paper wetness and
5:30 - 8:30 pm
Clay for Beginners
Learn about the basics of working with clay for producing decorative and functional pottery. Students will learn the process and various techniques for going from an idea to a 3 dimensional completed glazed piece. The class will cover slab and coil construction as well as an introduction to throwing pieces
10 am - 1 pm
Life Drawing
Improve your life drawing skills and explore a variety of media while working freely from a nude model in this popular studio class. The instructor will be present to coordinate the class, offer instruction and demonstrations. Both male and female models will be used in short and long posed positions.
5:30 - 8:30 pm
Introduction to Glass Art: Torch Working and Beadmaking
Create beads and more in this hands-on introductory glass art course. Students will explore the amazing world of lampworking by utilizing clear and colored glass rods, along with various tools and techniques. Learn more about the process of melting, shaping, and forming the glass…then annealing your finished pieces. Additionally, students
5:30 - 7:30 pm
Introduction to Ikebana: The Art of Floral Arrangement
In this introduction to Ikebana class, students will embark on a journry of traditional flower arranging, delving into the profound beauty and cultural significance of Japanese floral art. Ikebana is more than just arranging flowers – it is a mindful practice that harmonizes nature, balance, and form. Students will work
10 am - 2 pm
Introduction to Glass Art: Kiln Forming
Students will explore the amazing world of kiln-formed glass art by utilizing clear and colored flat glass along with various tools and techniques. Students will have the opportunity to create pendants & jewelry, coasters, suncatchers and more! Learn about the process of designing, cutting, melting, and kiln-forming the glass. Additionally,
9:30 - 10:30 am
Sensory Play in Paint for Babies
Witness your child’s first painting with no mess at home. Your little one will make a creative keepsake for the family to cherish. Not only is finger painting tons of fun, it is also an excellent feeling (kinesthetic) experience and is fantastic for the development of all the big and
10 am - 4 pm
Introduction to Sewing Intensive: Mastering the Basics
In this introductory intensive workshop, students will learn to master the basics of sewing, while starting and completing a throw pillow. If you’re a beginner or someone who needs a refresher, this class is for you! Students will learn basic sewing machine mechanics and accessories, sewing machine control and coordination
10 am - 2 pm
Intro to Printmaking: Linoleum Block Prints
Contemporary linoleum block printing is an exciting, economical, and accessible alternative to traditional woodblock printmaking. Linoleum blocks can be easily printed at home with little set-up. Students will learn to transfer an image to a block, use tools to carve, register multiple layers, use a press, and print by hand.
10 am - 2 pm
Introduction to Screen Printing
This course is an introductory exploration of screen printing using paper stencils. Screen printing is a fast and easy way to create everything from fields of color to detailed and intricate designs – the possibilities are endless. In this course, students will learn about screen maintenance, printing process and how
10 am - 1 pm
Watercolor Portraiture
In this class, students will learn how to render the human face as you study its anatomy, including bone structure, muscle tone and the relationship between facial features. Students will work with the instructor to learn and understand basic watercolor principles and techniques such as washes and shading to achieve
5:30 - 8:30 pm
Clothing Alterations 101: Learn to Hem and Repair
Do you have a piece of clothing that you’ve always wanted to fix or alter? This is the class for you! Bring in any article(s) of clothing that need alterations or repairing except for clothing with waterproofing material. Students will work under the guidance of the instructor and learn introductory
4 - 8 pm
Color Theory and Mixing Pigments in Watercolor
Watercolors are admired for their unique quality – translucence. Learn more about the pigments on your palette and experiment with mixing your own colors to keep the beautiful luminosity of the medium. This class explores color mixing, tonal values, color theory, painting with triads and learning how to avoid muddy
10 am - 2 pm
The Art of Collage
Collaging is the art of sticking various different materials such as photographs, pieces of paper or fabric on to a backing. In this class, students will learn about the aesthetics of collage, melding the ideas of reality and fiction as the instructor guides them through the process of creating their
10:30 - 11:30 am
Toddler Art Adventures
Parent and child will enjoy exploring a variety of styles and techniques in this fun introductory art workshop. This one-hour workshop encourages creative development and artistic play for our youngest artists in a fun and casual environment. Dress for a mess! Note: This class will be held in the Redfield Learning
5 - 8 pm
Hand Painted Ornaments: Valentines Hearts
Inspired by her Czechoslovakian heritage, instructor Iva Neveux will introduce students to basic painting techniques to create beautiful hand painted hearts. Each student will create two hand-painted hearts using combinations of dots, lines, dashes and curves. Make one for yourself and one to give to someone you love. All materials
10 am - 1 pm
Portrait Drawing
Improve your portrait drawing skills and explore a variety of media while working freely from a model. This drawing class is open to students using any drawing media they are most comfortable with. The instructor is well versed in all drawing mediums and will be present to coordinate class and
2 - 5 pm
Figure Painting
Improve your life painting skills and explore a variety of paint media while working freely from a nude model in this popular figure painting class. The instructor will be present to coordinate class and offer instruction upon request and is a perfect class for beginner to advanced artists. Both male
10 am - 1 pm
Life Drawing:
Improve your life drawing skills and explore a variety of media while working freely from a nude model in this popular studio class. The instructor will be present to coordinate the class, offer instruction and demonstrations. Both male and female models will be used in short and long posed positions.
5:30 - 8:30 pm
Introduction to Glass Art: Torch Working and Beadmaking
Create beads and more in this hands-on introductory glass art course. Students will explore the amazing world of lampworking by utilizing clear and colored glass rods, along with various tools and techniques. Learn more about the process of melting, shaping, and forming the glass…then annealing your finished pieces. Additionally, students
10 am - 2 pm
Introduction to Glass Art: Kiln Forming
Students will explore the amazing world of kiln-formed glass art by utilizing clear and colored flat glass along with various tools and techniques. Students will have the opportunity to create pendants & jewelry, coasters, suncatchers and more! Learn about the process of designing, cutting, melting, and kiln-forming the glass. Additionally,
9:30 - 10:30 am
Sensory Play in Paint for Babies
Witness your child’s first painting with no mess at home. Your little one will make a creative keepsake for the family to cherish. Not only is finger painting tons of fun, it is also an excellent feeling (kinesthetic) experience and is fantastic for the development of all the big and
4 - 8 pm
Triads in Watercolor
This class introduces students to the benefits of using triads — a limited palette of three colors — to paint landscapes. By painting the same landscape multiple times, each with a different triadic palette, students will develop a deeper understanding of color harmony, emotional impact, and creative interpretation. By the
10 am - 2 pm
Intro to Printmaking: Linoleum Block Prints
Contemporary linoleum block printing is an exciting, economical, and accessible alternative to traditional woodblock printmaking. Linoleum blocks can be easily printed at home with little set-up. Students will learn to transfer an image to a block, use tools to carve, register multiple layers, use a press, and print by hand.
10 am - 2 pm
Introduction to Screen Printing
This course is an introductory exploration of screen printing using paper stencils. Screen printing is a fast and easy way to create everything from fields of color to detailed and intricate designs – the possibilities are endless. In this course, students will learn about screen maintenance, printing process and how
10 am - 1 pm
Watercolor Portraiture
In this class, students will learn how to render the human face as you study its anatomy, including bone structure, muscle tone and the relationship between facial features. Students will work with the instructor to learn and understand basic watercolor principles and techniques such as washes and shading to achieve
5:30 - 8:30 pm
Clay: Earthworks
Create decorative and functional pottery in this six-week class designed for the beginner as well as those who have taken intermediate pottery classes in the past. Students will learn how to work with clay in both hand building, and wheel-throwing techniques. Finishing methods such as decorating, stamping, painting, and staining
10 am - 2 pm
The Art of Collage
Collaging is the art of sticking various different materials such as photographs, pieces of paper or fabric on to a backing. In this class, students will learn about the aesthetics of collage, melding the ideas of reality and fiction as the instructor guides them through the process of creating their
10:30 - 11:30 am
Toddler Art Adventures
Parent and child will enjoy exploring a variety of styles and techniques in this fun introductory art workshop. This one-hour workshop encourages creative development and artistic play for our youngest artists in a fun and casual environment. Dress for a mess! Note: This class will be held in the Redfield Learning
4 - 8 pm
Ammonites in Watercolor
Celebrate the exhibition, “Deep Time: Sea Dragons of Nevada” by painting a watercolor study of ammonites. In this class, students will explore and learn the techniques of how to reserve the white of the paper with masking fluid, wet in wet washes and wet in damp accents. Students will also