Museum School Class Schedule

The E.L. Cord Museum School of the Nevada Museum of Art is now accepting enrollment for the Winter 2010 class schedule. Classes are limited in size, therefore early registration is recommended. Scholarships are available for all ages. Please call the Museum for details at 775.329.3333.

Classes

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  ART AFTERNOON: WORKSHOP & SOCIAL FOR SENIORS

  Fridays, January 8 to March 12 / 1:00PM - 3:00PM

  This ongoing and affordable monthly art class invites senior citizens to tour the Museum's galleries and participate in a studio workshop. Each month, different artworks in the Museum will be explored during a guided tour. Students will then enter the classroom to create an art project related to the tour. Enjoy refreshments while socializing and making art. No art background is necessary. Students may register for 2 or 3 sessions. Classes are limited to 20 students.
  
  This program is sponsored in part by the Leonette Foundation.

  Instructor: Carol Raphel
  Next Session: Friday February 12, 1:00PM - 3:00PM
  Ages: Senior Citizens
  Cost: $15 NMA members, $18 non-members
  For 3 Sessions; $10 Museum Members, $12 Non-Members for 2 Sessions. to Register for 2 Sessions, Please Call Jennifer Ishimatsu at 775-329-3333 X260.

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  CLAY: WHEEL THROWING & FUNCTIONAL FORMS

  Sundays, January 10 to February 21 / 9:30AM - 12:30PM

  Students will partner with one another for concentrated work on the wheel as basic techniques are demonstrated, including hand/body placement, throwing a cylinder and developing thrown forms. Low-fire and mid-fire glazes, including Laguna mid-fire clay, will be available. Works will be fired in the kiln and all levels are welcome. Enrollment is limited to six students.
  
  This class is offered for 1 teacher in-service credit.

  Instructor: Amanda Rookey
  Next Session: Sunday February 14, 9:30AM - 12:30PM
  Ages: 15 and up / All Levels
  Cost: $154 NMA members, $172 non-members
  (Price Includes $10 Fee for All Clay & Glaze Use)

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  Required Supplies: -roll of paper towels

  Suggested Supplies: -sketchbook

  Instructor Notes: The $10 lab fee (already included in tuition) covers the use of clay and glazes for the full course session.
  

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  PAINTING: DYNAMIC ACRYLICS

  Tuesdays, January 19 to February 23 / 6:00PM - 9:00PM

  Explore the fast-drying and versatile qualities of this dynamic and flexible medium. Study form, edge, value and different color palates while painting from a clothed figure, portrait, and still life.
  
  This class is offered for 1 teacher in-service credit.

  Instructor: Daniel Helzer
  Next Session: Tuesday February 16, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
  Ages: 15 and up / All Levels
  Cost: $144 NMA members, $162 non-members

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  Required Supplies: -6-8 canvas boards 12" x 15"
  -Liquitex arcylic paints:
  White, Black, Burnt Umber, Yellow Ochre, Ultramarine Blue, Cad Yellow Med., Cad Red Med., Dioxazine Purple
  -Liquitex Gloss Medium and Varnish
  -assorted acrylic brushes:
  filberts, rounds and flats
  -1-2 inch cheap brush
  -small metal pallete knife
  -disposable paper palletes
  -paper towels
  
  

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  COLOR: AN INTRODUCTION

  Thursdays, January 21 to February 25 / 6:00PM - 9:00PM

  Enhance your understanding of color theory while making your artwork more vibrant and luminous. Giving students a solid foundation in the basic principles of color, this class teaches students how to mix color using several theories. Students may work with oil or acrylic paints.
  
  This class is offered for 1 teacher in-service credit.

  Instructor: David McCamant
  Next Session: Thursday February 11, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
  Ages: 15 and up / All Levels
  Cost: $144 NMA members, $162 non-members

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  Required Supplies: -12 canvas boards 11" x 14"
  
  -One 37 ml tube of ARTIST QUALITY (no student grade paint) oil or acrylic paint of each of the following colors:
  -Cadmium Red Medium
  -Permanent Rose or Permanent Magenta
  -Windsor Yellow or Cadmium Yellow Medium
  -Ultramarine Blue
  -Pthalocyanine Blue (Pthalo Blue)
  -Mars Black
  -2 tubes of Titanium White
  
  -1 pallete (either paper, wood or plexiglass)
  
  -Painting medium of choice - such as water or gloss medium for acrylics or for oils: Neo Megilp medium (by Gamblin) or Maroger Medium for oils. Maroger Medium can be purchased online at www.oldmastersmaroger.com)
  
  -Proper cleaning materials for oil or acrylic paints
  

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  BOOK ARTS: ITALIC CALLIGRAPHY

  Tuesdays, January 26 to March 16 / 6:00PM - 9:00PM

  Explore the classic artistry of Italic calligraphy -- the most beautiful, versatile and legible calligraphic alphabet. Students will learn how to write formal Italic minuscules and majuscules with edge-dipped pens, ink, watercolor and gouache.
  
  This class is offered for 1.5 teacher in-service credits.

  Instructor: Carol Pallesen
  Next Session: Tuesday February 16, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
  Ages: 15 and up / All Levels
  Cost: $192 NMA members, $216 non-members

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  Required Supplies: -3mm Brause pen nib
  -pen nib holder (preferably Koh-i-noor brand, #14N)
  -ink (preferably Higgins Eternal)
  -ink dish (1" deep bottle cap and saucer or a dappen dish and holder
  -paper (preferably Strathmore 300 Series Sketch, 9" x 12" tape bound)
  -lint-free rag (such as an old T-shirt)
  
  

  Suggested Supplies: -1 1/2 mm and 2 1/2 mm Brause pen nibs
  -apron or smock
  -pillow to sit on
  -drawing board if you require one
  

  Instructor Notes: If you've taken a class from Carol before, you will have all of the below supplies (if your ink or paper is running low please call Carol and she is able to bring it to class for you.)
  
  If you haven't taken a class from Carol, she can provide nibs, a pen holder, ink, ink dishes and paper that you will need by the first class. The estimated lab fee for this is $28-30 and includes copies for the class. Please call Carol beforehand if you would like her to bring this.

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  ENTERTAINMENT DESIGN WITH TODD WHITE

  Wednesdays, January 27 to March 17 / 6:00PM - 9:00PM

  Ever dreamed about creating the environments, characters, vehicles, and props for movies or video games? Discover how to combine perspective, sketching, storyboarding, and creative problem solving to illustrate a story. Todd White, a professional concept artist who has worked for Disney, Warner Bros, Universal Studios, and Sony Entertainment Group leads this class designed for serious students interested in building their portfolio. Three hours of homework will be assigned each week. View White's work at twhiteillustration.com.
  
  This class is offered for 1.5 teacher in-service credits.

  Instructor: Todd White
  Next Session: Wednesday February 10, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
  Ages: 15 and up / All Levels
  Cost: $192 NMA members, $216 non-members

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  Required Supplies: -14" x 17" pad of tracing paper
  -14" x 17" pad of marker paper (Canson or Bienfang Graphics 360)
  -1 set of Prismacolor cool gray markers
  -2 black sharpie markers
  -1 each of the following Prismacolor markers: Sky Blue Light, True Blue, Crimson Red, Mahogany Red, Orange, Canary Yellow and Light Umber
  -Prismacolor pencils: 2 white and 3-5 black (not verithin)
  -transparent straight edge at least 12" in length
  -Box of #2 pencils
  
  
  

  Suggested Supplies: -french curves at least 6" in length
  -tube of white gouache paint
  -size 2 round brush
  -kneaded eraser

  Instructor Notes: You may use any supplier that you wish but the easiest source for the listed materials is online. A few examples of web sources are www.dickblick.com, www.utrechtart.com or www.swainart.com.
  

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  SCULPTURE: BEGINNING MOLDMAKING

  Mondays, February 8 to March 15 / 6:00PM - 9:00PM

  Learn how to cast multiple sculptures by exploring a simple four step mold-making process. Molds can be used to cast many different kinds of media - from plaster to bronze - ideal for making handmade decorations or gifts. A $20 supply fee is due to the instructor the first day of class. Chevant clay may be purchased from the Museum for $20 - no other materials are required.
  
  This class is offered for 1 teacher in-service credit.

  Instructor: Mischell Riley
  Next Session: Monday February 15, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
  Ages: 15 and up / Beginning and up
  Cost: $144 NMA members, $162 non-members