Intermediate and advanced level students will enjoy developing their hand building and/or wheel throwing techniques in this open studio ceramics class. Instructor will introduce students to new techniques, will encourage experimentation and will assist students as needed. 

Sundays, April 3 – May 8
9 am – noon

Instructor: Amy Lawrence

Ages: Adult (15+) | Intermediate levels – Some experience and familiarity with hand building and wheel throwing techniques.

Working in oil 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 and Sunday, May 21 and 22
9 am – 2 pm

Instructor: Daniel Helzer
Ages: 15 and up | All Levels

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

  • Canvas Board 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
  • Thalo Blue
  • Dioxazine Purple
  • 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.

Students will enjoy developing their painting techniques and skills in this observational open studio class. Weekly subject matter will rotate between nude and clothed models and still-life’s. Each class will begin with brief instruction followed by an open studio format painting class. Students may use acrylic or oil paint. Dry media is also welcome.

Saturdays, March 26 – April 9
9 am – noon

Instructor: Daniel Helzer
Ages: 18 and up | All Levels

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

Color recommendations are as follows though all mediums are welcome for this open studio class.

• Titanium White
• Ultramarine Blue
• Cadmium Red Medium or Light
• Lemon or Cadmium Yellow
• Light Yellow Ochre
• Burnt Sienna 
• Selection of brushes
• Pallet
• Palette knife
• Painting Board or Canvas
• Container/jar water and brushes
• Paper towels
• Cheap Plastic Ruler
• Gamsol mineral spirits (if working in Oil)

This class will provide instruction in painting the unique characteristics of Pyramid Lakes water, sky and rocks. In the second day of class the instructor will focus on students individual progress and provide help with their sketch’s and paintings.

Tuesdays, May 24 and 31
10 am – 2 pm

Instructor: Carroll Charlet
Ages: Adult (15+) | Intermediate and Advanced students

Supplies: Show email confirmation at Nevada Fine Arts for a 10% discount.

• Personal watercolor pallet that includes a variety greens, yellows and reds
• No 6 and No 8 pointed/round watercolor brush
• Graphite or mechanical pencil
• 2 plastic water containers
• Roll of paper towels
• Tablet of cold press 140 lb watercolor paper, minimum 9” x 12” (4 sheets will be used in class)*

* Single sheets of watercolor paper may be purchased during class $2/sheet

For questions regarding materials, contact Carroll Charlet at carrollcharlet@sbcglobal.net

Using geraniums as a subject, this class will work through a painting from color matching, under wash and layering, to dry brush work. Students are welcome to work from their own drawings or use drawings provided by the instructor. 

Saturdays, April 23 and 30
10 am – 2 pm

Instructor: Carroll Charlet
Ages: Adult (15+) | Intermediate and Advanced students

Supplies: Show email confirmation at Nevada Fine Arts for a 10% discount.

• Personal watercolor pallet that includes a variety greens, yellows and reds
• No 6 and No 8 pointed/round watercolor brush
• Graphite or mechanical pencil
• 2 plastic water containers
• Roll of paper towels
• Tablet of cold press 140 lb watercolor paper, minimum 9” x 12” (4 sheets will be used in class)*

* Single sheets of watercolor paper may be purchased during class $2/sheet

For questions regarding materials, contact Carroll Charlet at carrollcharlet@sbcglobal.net

This intermediate level open studio class is designed for returning students and experienced students. Students should have a personal work in progress to work towards completing in this fun and social series. Each class will begin with a short lesson addressing a challenge or technique followed by open studio time to continue work on personal projects. Instructor will be on hand to assist with challenges, offer critique, instruction, and encouragement.

Thursdays, March 24, 31 and April 7
10 am – 2 pm

Instructor: Carroll Charlet
Ages: Adult (15+) | Intermediate and Advanced Watercolor Students

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

Please bring any supplies you own for your specific project. A recommended basic supply list is as follows: 

•  Watercolors: Cobalt Blue, Phthalo Blue, Lemon Yellow, Alizarin Crimson, Magenta, Sap Green, New Gamboge, Yellow Ochre. (Cotman or Van Gogh is fine; Windsor Newton is excellent)
• Your personal watercolor pallet
• 2 HB Pencils
• Watercolor Brushes: #6 & #10 Round (Silver/Black brand is recommended and available at Nevada Fine Arts)
• Pad of Arches 140# cold press watercolor paper
• Roll of paper towels
• 2 Plastic water containers.

Create suncatchers and coasters in this hands-on introductory glass art course. Students will explore the amazing world of kiln-formed glass art by utilizing clear and colored flat glass and recycled art glass, along with various tools and techniques. Learn more about the process of designing, cutting, melting, and kiln-forming the glass…then annealing your finished pieces. Additionally, students will learn about the science, history, technology, and culture of this unique medium.

Students will focus on:

• Safety and material practices are covered and emphasized throughout this course.
• Techniques for handling glass, using tools, and operating equipment.
• Participants will learn how to create fused glass forms while exploring various techniques, applications, and styles.
• Students will have open studio time to create their own work after learning the basics.

All supplies are provided. 

Saturday, May 14
10 am – 2 pm

Instructor: Robb Dunmore
Ages: Adult (15+) | All levels

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 will learn about the science, history, technology, and culture of this unique medium.

Students will focus on:

• Safety and material practices are covered and emphasized throughout this course.
• Turning torches on and operating equipment, tools, and flame techniques.
• Participants will learn how to create bead forms while exploring various techniques, applications, and styles.
• Students will have open studio time to create their own work after learning the basics.

All supplies are provided.

Saturday, May 7
10 am – 2 pm

Instructor: Robb Dunmore

Ages: Adult (15+) | All levels

Create suncatchers and coasters in this hands-on introductory glass art course. Students will explore the amazing world of kiln-formed glass art by utilizing clear and colored flat glass and recycled art glass, along with various tools and techniques. Learn more about the process of designing, cutting, melting, and kiln-forming the glass…then annealing your finished pieces. Additionally, students will learn about the science, history, technology, and culture of this unique medium.

Students will focus on:

• Safety and material practices are covered and emphasized throughout this course.
• Techniques for handling glass, using tools, and operating equipment.
• Participants will learn how to create fused glass forms while exploring various techniques, applications, and styles.
• Students will have open studio time to create their own work after learning the basics.

All supplies are provided. 

Saturday, April 9
10 am – 2 pm

Instructor: Robb Dunmore
Ages: Adult (15+) | All levels

Create pendants, earrings and rings in this hands-on introductory glass art workshop. Students will explore the amazing world of kiln-formed glass art by utilizing clear and colored flat glass and recycled art glass, along with various tools and techniques. Learn more about the process of designing, cutting, melting, and kiln-forming the glass. 

Students will focus on:

• Safety and material practices are covered and emphasized throughout this course.
• Techniques for handling glass, using tools, and operating equipment.
• Participants will learn how to create fused glass forms while exploring various techniques, applications, and styles.
• Students will have open studio time to create their own work after learning the basics.

All supplies are provided. 

Saturday, April 23
10 am – 2 pm

Instructor: Robb Dunmore
Ages: Adult (15+) | All levels