Oil painting, often regarded as one of the most challenging yet rewarding art forms, offers unmatched depth and versatility. This beginner-friendly course is designed to demystify the medium and provide a supportive introduction to its fundamentals. Under the guidance of the instructor, students will explore essential materials, foundational techniques, and core principles of oil painting. By the end of the session, participants will have a solid understanding of the tools and processes, equipping them with the confidence to continue their artistic journey.

Tuesdays, January 6 – 27
10 am – 1 pm

Instructor: Maggie Pollock
Age: Adult (16+) | Beginner to Intermediate

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

• Oil Paints: Warm White, Cadmium Yellow, Cadmium Red, Burnt Umber, Ultramarine Blue, Yellow Ochre.
• Brushes: Various sizes of flat and round
• Pallet knife
• Canvas Boards: 4 – 5 boards at 9×12 or 11×14 or 16×20
• Odorless mineral spirits
• Pallet

Note: The instructor will have various mixing mediums and additional paint colors for the class to experiment with. 

In this introductory intensive workshop, students will learn to master the basics of sewing while creating a tote bag from scratch. If you’re a beginner or someone who needs a refresher, this class is for you! By the end of class students will have learned to operate a computerized sewing machine, sew straight, hand sew, fabric/notion selection, proper cutting techniques, and how to start designing 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, if you are familiar with it, and supplies.

The Museum School also has an embroidery and serger/overlock machine for student use.

Saturday, January 17
10 am – 4 pm

Instructor: Selah Peña
Age: Adult (16+) | Beginner to Intermediate

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. 

The Museum will have an embroidery and serger/overlock machines for student use. 

Thursday, February 19
5 – 8:30 pm

Instructor: Selah Peña
Age: Adult (16+) | All levels

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. 

The Museum will have an embroidery and serger/overlock machines for student use. 

Thursday, January 22
5 – 8:30 pm

Instructor: Selah Peña
Age: Adult (16+) | All levels

In this 4-week course, students will work with the instructor to sew their own pair of elastic waist pants. In class, students will learn how to read a pattern, basic pant construction, and pant specific fitting techniques. Completing the beginner sewing class is preferred but not required. 

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, if you are familiar with it, and supplies. 

The Museum School has an embroidery and serger/overlock machines for student use.

Tuesdays, February 3 – 24
5 – 8:30 pm

Instructor: Selah Peña
Age: Adult (16+) | All Levels

In this 4 week course students will learn to master the basics of sewing and complete your very own pillow and custom cover from a design and fabric of your choosing. 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, if you are familiar with it and supplies.

The Museum School also has an embroidery and serger/overlock machines for student use.  

Tuesday, January 6 – 27
5 – 8:30 pm

Instructor: Selah Peña
Age: Adult (16+) | Beginner to Intermediate

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, February 21
10 am – 2 pm

Instructor: Kolin Perry
Ages: Adult (16+) | All Levels

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, January 17
10 am – 2 pm

Instructor: Kolin Perry
Ages: Adult (16+) | All Levels

Parent and child will enjoy exploring a variety of styles and techniques in this fun introductory art workshop. This one-hour workshop encourages creative development and artistic play for our youngest artists in a fun and casual environment. Dress for a mess!

Note: This class will be held in the Redfield Learning Center on the 3rd floor of the Museum.

Sunday, February 22
10:30  – 11:30 am

Instructor: Monica Pang
Ages: 3 – 6 years

Parent and child will enjoy exploring a variety of styles and techniques in this fun introductory art workshop. This one-hour workshop encourages creative development and artistic play for our youngest artists in a fun and casual environment. Dress for a mess!

Note: This class will be held in the Redfield Learning Center on the 3rd floor of the Museum.

Sunday, January 25
10:30  – 11:30 am

Instructor: Monica Pang
Ages: 3 – 6 years