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 working with clay. All materials are provided- just bring your imagination.
Mondays, April 7 – 28
5:30 – 7:30 pm
Instructor: Emily Reid
Ages: 7 – 11 | All Levels
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 on the wheel. An overview of decorating and glazing techniques for completing the piece will be presented. All firings will be done by the museum in an electric kiln and all materials will be provided.
*Note: This session will be 8 weeks.
Wednesdays, March 5 – April 23
5:30 – 8:30 pm
Instructor: Jeff Hardcastle
Ages: Adult (15+) | Beginners
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 will encourage experimentation and assist students as needed.
*Note: This session is 8 weeks.
Sundays, March 2 – April 20
10 am – 1 pm
Instructor: Jeff Hardcastle
Age: Adult (15+) | All levels
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 (sewing in lines, curves and corners), basic hand sewing and stitches, fabric and notion selection, proper cutting techniques, and how to start designing and executing your own sewing projects.
Note: The Museum School has Singer Brilliance 6180 brand sewing machines, tools and fabric for students to use but please feel free to bring your own machine and supplies if you’d like.
Thursday, April 17
10 am – 4 pm
Instructor: Selah Peña
Age: Adult (16+) | Beginner to Intermediate
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 to care for printing tools and supplies. Participants will walk away from the course with an edition of their own multi-layered screen prints with one-of-a-kind designs.
Saturday, April 19
10 am – 2 pm
Instructor: Kolin Perry
Ages: Adult (16+) | All Levels
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 to care for printing tools and supplies. Participants will walk away from the course with an edition of their own multi-layered screen prints with one-of-a-kind designs.
Saturday, March 15
10 am – 2 pm
Instructor: Kolin Perry
Ages: Adult (16+) | All Levels
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 techniques for altering and repairing your clothing. Some sewing machine experience is helpful. The Museum will have machines for students to use during class.
*Note: Only bring in your machine if you are very familiar with using it.
Thursday, April 24
5:30 – 8:30 pm
Instructor: Selah Peña
Age: Adult (16+) | All levels
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 pillow cover from a design and fabric of your choosing. If you’re a beginner ir someone who needs a refresher, this class is for you! Students will learn basic sewing machine mechanics and accessories, sewing machine control and coordination (sewing in lines, curves and corners), basic hand sewing and stitches, fabric and notion selection, proper cutting techniques, and how to start designing and executing your own sewing projects.
Note: The Museum School has Singer Brilliance 6180 brand sewing machines, tools and fabric for students to use but please feel free to bring your own machine and supplies if you’d like.
Tuesday, April 8 – 29
5:30 – 8:30 pm
Instructor: Selah Peña
Age: Adult (16+) | Beginner to Intermediate
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 own piece using everyday materials.
Supplies are provided, but feel free to bring any materials you’d like to incorporate into your collage piece.
Saturday, April 26
10 am – 2 pm
Instructor: Sogand Tabatabaei
Ages: Adult (16+) | All Levels
Introduction to Abstract Painting
This class explores the fundamentals of abstract aesthetics in painting. Students will learn to understand and apply the visual language of shape, form, and color to create compelling abstract compositions inspired by real-world visual references. The course focuses on acrylic painting techniques, offering versatility and immediate results that support the development of each student’s unique style and aesthetic.
Saturday, March 29
10 am – 3 pm
Instructor: Sogand Tabatabaei
Ages: Adult (16+) | All Levels
Supply list: Show email confirmation at Nevada Fine Arts for 10% discount.
- Acrylic Paints set of 12 colors or 24 colors
- Flat brush (Royal Brush, soft grip brush set)
- Round brush (Royal Brush, soft grip brush set)
- Flat Palette
- Canvas (Instructions for buying the right canvas will be provided after the first session)
- Acrylic pad
- Drawing pencils (4B and 6B)