Working in oil or acrylic paint, students will explore value divisions in landscapes and the basics of brush sketching and massing. With these skills students will learn how to relate color to value and will gain a better understanding of identifying spatial cues in a landscape. Using foundational skills students can then explore under-painting, glazing and dry-brushing techniques.

Saturday & Sunday, August 8 and 9
9 am – 2 pm

Instructor: Daniel Helzer
Ages: Adult (16+) | All Levels

• Supply list: Show email confirmation at Nevada Fine Arts for a 10% discount.

  • 5 – 7 Canvas Boards 16×12 or smaller
  • Palette Knife
  • Palette
  • Paper Towels
  • Selection of bristle brushes (small, med and large)
  • Assortment of brushes.
  • Palette knife, paper towels and a few canvas boards, 8×10 or bigger.

  Paint Colors:

  • Cobalt Blue
  • Ultramarine Blue
  • Alizarin Crimson
  • Black
  • Cadmium Red Light
  • Cadmium Yellow or Hansa Yellow
  • Burnt Sienna
  • Titanium White

  For Oils: Gamsol, turpentine or walnut oil for use as a brush medium or cleaner.

Working in oil or acrylic paint, students will explore value divisions in landscapes and the basics of brush sketching and massing. With these skills students will learn how to relate color to value and will gain a better understanding of identifying spatial cues in a landscape. Using foundational skills students can then explore under-painting, glazing and dry-brushing techniques.

Saturday & Sunday, June 18 and 19
9 am – 2 pm

Instructor: Daniel Helzer
Ages: Adult (16+) | All Levels

• Supply list: Show email confirmation at Nevada Fine Arts for a 10% discount.

  • 5 – 7 Canvas Boards 16×12 or smaller
  • Palette Knife
  • Palette
  • Paper Towels
  • Selection of bristle brushes (small, med and large)
  • Assortment of brushes.
  • Palette knife, paper towels and a few canvas boards, 8×10 or bigger.

  Paint Colors:

  • Cobalt Blue
  • Ultramarine Blue
  • Alizarin Crimson
  • Black
  • Cadmium Red Light
  • Cadmium Yellow or Hansa Yellow
  • Burnt Sienna
  • Titanium White

  For Oils: Gamsol, turpentine or walnut oil for use as a brush medium or cleaner.

In this introductory class, student will gain a basic understanding of history, techniques, tools and styles of Western marbling. Students will get hands on experience of all aspects of marbling from paper priming and preparatory mixing of water medium and paints, to the creation of classic patterns. Specific attention will be given to learning how to obtain particular designs using a diverse array of rakes and combs. Students will have ample time for experimentation with guidance from the instructor.

Sunday, June 21
10 am – 5 pm

Instructor: Pietro Accardi
Age: Adult (16+) | All levels

Witness this magical process that transfers the paint from the surface of the water to a silk scarf. In this one-day workshop, Pietro will show students how to print on silk scarves using an array of different patterns and colors that you can choose from.  After some guided practice with some of your favorite colors, students will have the opportunity to paint 2 beautiful scarves.

Saturday, July 11
10 am – 5 pm

Instructor: Pietro Accardi
Ages: Adult (16+) | All levels

Join this class to learn how to utilize drawing as a tool to unlock your imagination and communicate your ideas. Work with visiting artist, Scott Hudson, as he walks you through his course programed for storytellers and makers with engaging exercises in hand/eye/mind coordination, narrative development and drawing technique. All supplies will be provided. 

Week 1: Hand, Eye, Mind. Exercises in hand/eye coordination and visualization.

Week 2: Storytelling. We will develop communicating an idea through storyboards. We will look at the storyboards of Alfred Hitchcock movies and graphic novels as examples to recount a memory, a dream, or an imagined narrative.

Week 3: Design. We will use drawing as a tool for design….an imagined piece of furniture, jewelry, a fantasy house or car. We will look at inventions of Leonardo, renderings of Frank Lloyd Wright, and automobile design….we might slip in some drawings of Ed “Big Daddy” Roth.

Week 4: Communication. We will develop drawing and Ideograms as an enhancement of written language. We will look at street art graffiti, Ancient illuminations such as the “Book of Kells”, and some corporate identity design.

Week 5: Critique: We will review what we accomplished through constructive, possitive feedback. Class participation is encouraged in a spirit of community.

Thursdays, June 25 – July 23
5 – 7 pm

Instructor: Scott Hudson
Age: Adult (16+) | All Levels

Working in oil, students will gain a thorough understanding of how to adeptly use oil paint to describe form, lighting, and material through still life. Through thoughtful observations, students will learn how to create striking lighting and intriguing compositions. Students will gain an understanding of various oil painting techniques, such as all prima, underpainting, and glazing. This class is perfect for beginner students looking to learn oil painting in an approachable way, or intermediate to advanced artists looking to refine their skills.

*Note: Dasha Derevianko is a visiting artist from the Rhode Island School of Design. 

Saturday and Sunday, August 15 and 16
9:30 am – 2:30 pm

Instructor: Dash Derevianko
Age: Adult (16+) | All Levels

Supply List: Show confirmation email at Nevada Fine Arts for a 10% discount. Instructor will provide a line sketch of the subject and a color reference photo of the subject.

• Oil Paint Reguired: Cadmium Red, Yellow Ochre, Ultramarine Blue, Titanium White
• Optional: Aliziran Crimson, Cadmium Yellow, Phthalo Blue, Burnt Umber
• Brushes: Variouse flat and round
• Gamsol
• Linseed oil
• Palette
• Gloves
• Palette Knife

From design to fine art, cinematography to textiles, color is essential. Working in acrylic or gouache, students will gain an understanding of color in this 2-day painting intensive course. Students will learn the basics of color theory and color mixing to create unique, intentional choices that guide the viewer to a specific mood. Students will be able to apply practical theory in an intuitive and free manner to their work through a series of abstract studies. By the end of the class, students will walk away with a personal library of color palettes that they can use for broader personal usage.

*Note: Dasha Derevianko is a visiting artist from the Rhode Island School of Design. 

Saturday and Sunday, June 27 and 28
9:30 am – 2:30 pm

Instructor: Dash Derevianko
Age: Adult (16+) | All Levels

Supply List: Show confirmation email at Nevada Fine Arts for a 10% discount. Instructor will provide a line sketch of the subject and a color reference photo of the subject.

• 6-8 5×7″ sheets of 300 gsm paper or 2 ply bristol
• Recommended brands: Holbein Acrylic Gouache
• Pallet paper or plastic pallet

Learn the art of marbling on fabric in this hands-on workshop! Explore basic marbling techniques, color theory, and the best fabrics to use, including how to prepare them for painting. Instructor Pietro will demonstrate how to create stunning patterns on water, and each student will have their own tray to craft a personal collection of 12–15 unique fabric pieces. Perfect for creative crafters or those looking to make something special for a quilting enthusiast.

Saturday, August 22
10 am – 5 pm

Instructor: Pietro Accardi
Age: Adult (16+) | All levels

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 kiln. This will be a fun and educational class.  All works will be fired in the Museums’ kiln. Snack and materials are included.

Monday – Friday, August 3 – 7
8:30 am – noon

Instructor: Gina Tarantino
Ages: 7 – 11 | All levels

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, students will learn about the science, history, technology, and culture of this unique medium. All supplies are provided.

Saturday, August 8
10 am – 1:30 pm

Instructor: Sheri Fisher
Ages: Adult (16+) | All Levels