Have you ever desired a sketchbook that includes more than one type of paper? Or perhaps a certain size? This class teaches you how to make your own unique sketchbook with endless possibilities for paper type, color, size and thickness. Once you learn the basics of sketchbook making, it is a great way to recycle and reuse stray papers and makes a great gift for friends and family that enjoy journaling or sketching. The class covers book making techniques and students will learn the French link stitch for the book binding. Participants will also be given a zine that covers all the instructions from the class for reference. 

Saturday, July 24
10 am – 2 pm

Instructor: Kellee Morgado
Ages: 15 and up | All Levels

Supplies: Students are required to bring their own paper for the sketchbook pages. The paper must be 8.5 inches by 11 inches or 11 inches by 17 inches. If it is larger, it should be trimmed down to one of these sizes prior to the start of the class. Paper should also be text or book weight, between 60lb to 80lb. Please bring a minimum of 24 sheets of your 8.5 in by 11 in or 11 in by 17 in text pages. Cover weight paper for the sketchbook cover will be provided. 

This introductory class explores both the form and content of the book with consideration to its movement, alternate readings, and potential sculptural effects. The lotus fold invokes play and experimentation; lending itself to discovery and surprise in both the maker and viewer. We will explore various methods of content generating using hand processes with emphasis on pochoir. Students will leave with their own finished artist book. We will cover a variety of basic bookbinding techniques including proper folding and gluing practices. 

Saturday and Sunday, July 31 and August 1
10 am – 2 pm

Instructor: Kellee Morgado
Ages: 15 and up | All Levels

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. All materials to be supplied by instructor. 

Tuesday and Wednesday, June 22 and 23
6 – 9 pm 

Instructor: Lauren Gandolfo
Ages: 15 and up | All Levels

This class is a perfect introduction to the world of ?ber! Needle felting is the art of sculpting wool with a specially designed, barbed needle. Stabbing the wool repeatedly creates a ?rm, textile object. Needle-felting is an ideal craft in that it is easy to learn, requires minimal supplies and can be completed anywhere!

Saturday, June 19
noon – 3 pm

Instructor: Lauren Gandolfo
Ages: 15 and Up | All Levels

In this two-day workshop students will create their own marbled designs on three different silk scarves.

During the first day we will discuss and practice patterns and color combinations that work well for marbled silk scarves. Students will have ample practice time to experiment and develop their vision in the standard marbling tray before moving on to the large scarf tray.

On day two we will prepare two 20” x 72” trays to create silk scarves. Students will take turns on these trays to execute each scarf with the assistance of the instructor.

Thursday and Friday, August 26 and 27
10 am – 5 pm

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

This popular marbling workshop will introduce students marbling techniques on fabric that can be used for covering books and boxes. Students will begin the day by working on basic marbling skills. With the instructor’s guidance, they will work on new patterns with an eye for nuance. The main focus will be on marbling fabric to create book cloth, and techniques for other textile uses will also be discussed. At the end of the day, the instructor will demonstrate how to prepare pieces of marbled cloth for use in bookbinding. Students will leave with their own stack of 15 marbled fabric pieces. All materials provided with registration.

Saturday, June 5
10 am – 5 pm

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

In this 2 day workshop students will create their own  marbled designs on 3 different silk scarves. During the first day we will discuss and practice patterns and color combinations that work well for marbled silk scarves. Students will have ample practice time to experiment and develop their vision in the standard marbling tray before moving on to the large scarf tray. Day two we will prepare two 20” x 72” trays for the silk. Students will take turns on these trays to execute each scarf with the assistance of the instructor.

Thursday and Friday, August 20 and 21
10 am – 5 pm

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

This class is a perfect introduction to the world of fiber. Needle felting is the art of sculpting wool with a specially designed, barbed needle.  Stabbing the wool repeatedly creates a firm, textile object.  Needle-felting is an ideal craft in that it is easy to learn, requires minimal supplies and can be completed anywhere!

Saturday, June 27 
noon – 3 pm

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

Covid 19 Museum School Policies:

– All students will be requested to wear a mask for the duration of their visit inside the Museum school. Mask will be provided upon request.

– Please exercise social distancing when in close proximity to other students and staff. Class sizes and seating arrangements have been changed to allow for 6 feet of social distance.

– Please note, snacks and drinks will no longer be distributed during class. Students are encouraged to bring their own personal water bottle and snack if needed to class.

– Please do not attend class if you or anyone in your household (including anyone who you have experience close contact with over the last 14 days) are feeling ill. To request a refund or options to reschedule please email Jen.Henry@nevadaart.org

You’ll leave this one day workshop with a completed single signature journal! Combine beautiful papers with linen, twine, lace and more to make a memorable softcover keepsake or gift. No bookbinding experience required.

Sunday, February 2
9 am – 4 pm

Instructor: Rachel Kaiser
Ages: Adults (15+) / All Levels

Please bring a sack lunch.

This popular marbling workshop will introduce students marbling techniques on fabric that can be used for covering books and boxes. Students will begin the day by working on basic marbling skills. With the instructor’s guidance, they will work on new patterns with an eye for nuance. The main focus will be on marbling fabric to create book cloth, and techniques for other textile uses will also be discussed. At the end of the day, the instructor will demonstrate how to prepare pieces of marbled cloth for use in bookbinding. Students will leave with their own stack of marbled fabric pieces. All materials provided with registration.

Sunday, February 16
10 am – 5 pm

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