Students will learn the basics of mosaics, including techniques, design and grouting. Using various materials, students will work towards a 10” x 10” mosaic mirror or 6 x 12 plaque project. All materials provided but students may bring other objects (stones, jewels, beads, etc.) to incorporate into their piece. This class is intended for those unfamiliar or new to mosaics but all skill levels are welcome. At the end of the workshop, students will be given a grouting demo and take home grout kit. Students can take the grout home or may choose to complete the project with guidance at a later date at Copper Cat Studios in Sparks. Please plan to  bring a sack lunch. Please wear close toed shoes, as we will be cutting glass and it doesn’t feel good to get glass between your toes! Also if you are bringing a beverage (non-alcoholic please!), make sure it is in a covered container.

Sunday, March 15
10 am – 3 pm

Instructor: Katie Packham
Ages: 15 and Up / All Levels

Supply list:
Sack Lunch
Close Toed Shoes

CANCELED: Kids ages 11 and up will have fun playing on the Museum’s iPad Pros as they work on story-boarding, character design and animation in this five day camp. Students will also have an opportunity to explore and sketch using the iPads in the Museum’s galleries while looking for inspiration for their own work. A snack and all materials are included with registration.

Monday – Friday, March 23 – 27
1 -4 pm

Instructor: Joe Morales
Ages: 11 and Up

CANCELED: Kids ages 11 and up will have fun playing on the Museum’s iPad Pros as they work on story-boarding, character design and animation in this five day camp. Students will also have an opportunity to explore and sketch using the iPads in the Museum’s galleries while looking for inspiration for their own work. A snack and all materials are included with registration.

Monday – Friday, March 16 – 20
1 -4 pm

Instructor: Joe Morales
Ages: 11 and Up

CANCELED: Kids ages 7 – 12 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, March 23 – 27
8:30 am – noon

Instructor: Karen Vetter
Ages: 7 – 12 / All levels

CANCELED : Kids ages 7 – 12 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, March 16 – 20
8:30 am – noon

Instructor: Karen Vetter
Ages: 7 – 12 / All levels

CANCELED: Kids ages 7 – 12 will have fun exploring a variety of art mediums in this fun and interactive camp. Over this five-day camp, participants will have the opportunity to hand-build clay sculptures, paint mini-masterpieces and sketch in the Museum galleries. This class will feature special discussion on art inspired by nature. A daily snack and all materials are included with registration.

Monday – Friday, March 23 – 27
9 am – noon

Instructor: Amy Lawrence
Ages: 7 – 12 / All levels

CANCELED: Kids ages 7 – 12 will have fun exploring a variety of art mediums in this fun and interactive camp. Over this five-day camp, participants will have the opportunity to hand-build clay sculptures, paint mini-masterpieces and sketch in the Museum galleries. This class will feature special discussion of the artwork on display from the Smithsonian Museum. A daily snack and all materials are included with registration.

Monday – Friday, March 16 – 20
9 am – noon

Instructor: Amy Lawrence
Ages: 7 – 12 / All levels

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.

Wherever you are in your artistic process we all need dedicated time and space to work on our art. The instructor will demo a new technique each week for those who are interested. This class offers guided time to work on and complete your oil or acrylic paintings. Each student is encouraged to bring what they are currently working on, pick a new subject or have the instructor help them to find one. The experienced instructor will be giving individual coaching to help each student to the next level of their artistic journey.

Mondays, February 3 – 24
9 am – noon

Instructor: Rhiannon Wolfe
Ages: Adult (15+) / All Levels

Supply list:

Please bring whatever supplies you need for the type of work you are doing.

Learn or improve your perspective drawing skills and explore a variety of media in this fun and encouraging class. Students will be taught classic drawing techniques using line, value and composition while focusing on perspective drawing skills.

Tuesdays, March 3 -24
1 – 4 pm

Instructor: Jerry Stinson
Ages: Adult (15+) / All Levels

Supply list:

Suggested Supplies: The following are suggested basic supplies

– Drawing board – 20”x 26” or larger (light-weight masonite works best)
– Newsprint pad – 18”x 24” – rough surface recommended
– Bull dog clamps or similar to attach pad to board
– Medium and Support Items:
– Vine charcoal, thin and fat pieces
– Large kneaded eraser
– Pink pearl eraser
– Portable pencil sharpener or utility knife (best for soft/medium pencils)
– Clean small rags
– Sandpaper pad for sharpening drawing mediums
– Stumps for blending (optional)