Tuesdays, November 7 – 28 / 10 am – 2 pm

Learn the skills used in creating beautiful watercolor landscapes in this three-week series. Students will use photo reference and will explore the various qualities of watercolor. While this class is open to students of all levels, some watercolor experience is recommended.

Supply list: 

• Watercolor Kit to include the following colors: 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)
• Plastic studio pallet with at least 10 paint wells.
• 2 HB Pencils
• Watercolor Brushes:  #6 & #10 Round (Silver/Black brand is recommended and available at Nevada Fine Arts)  and 1/2″ or 1″ flat brush
• Pad of Arches 140# cold press watercolor paper. (Single pieces can be purchased from the instructor during class for $2 each)
• Roll of paper towels
• 2 Plastic water containers.                                                  
• Please mail questions to carrollcharlet@sbcglobal.net. All supplies are available at Nevada Fine Arts

Instructor: Carroll Charlet
Ages: Adult (15+) / Some experience working with watercolors recommended

Thursday, November 16 / 10 am – 2 pm

Capture the beauty of autumn leaves. Using the techniques of botanical illustration learn to create pictures and cards in watercolor, pencil and ink. This class is open to all levels.

Instructor: Carroll Charlet
Ages: 15 and Up / All Levels

Required Supplies:

• Basic watercolor set (paint and brush) 
• Small round 10-well pallet 
• Fine tip waterproof black ink pen (Micron 005 or equal) 
• Graphite or mechanical pencil 
• Rubber eraser 
• 2 plastic water containers 
• Tablet of cold press 140 lb watercolor paper*
• Lunch 

*Single sheets of watercolor paper may be purchased during class

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

Sunday, October 29 / 10 am – 2 pm

Capture the beauty of autumn leaves. Using the techniques of botanical illustration learn to create pictures and cards in watercolor, pencil and ink. This class is open to all levels.

Instructor: Carroll Charlet
Ages: 15 and Up / All Levels

Required Supplies:

• Basic watercolor set (paint and brush) 
• Small round 10-well pallet 
• Fine tip waterproof black ink pen (Micron 005 or equal) 
• Graphite or mechanical pencil 
• Rubber eraser 
• 2 plastic water containers 
• Tablet of cold press 140 lb watercolor paper*
• Lunch 

*Single sheets of watercolor paper may be purchased during class

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

Thursdays, October 12 – November 9 / 1 – 4 pm

Beginning and experienced students will enjoy this five-week open studio format watercolor series. Students are invited to bring works in progress or begin new projects 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.

Supply List: 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

Instructor: Carroll Charlet
Ages: Adult (15+) / Some watercolor experience

Wednesdays, September 27 – October 25* / 10 am – 2 pm
*NOTE: Class will not meet on October 11

Learn the skills used in creating beautiful paintings using translucent watercolors.Beginners will learn the basics of pallet set up, color mixing and a range of watercolor techniques including washes, dry brush work and “special effects.”

Supply List:

• 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)
• Plastic studio pallet with at least 10 paint wells
• 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. (Single pieces can be purchased from the instructor during class for $2 each).  We will use approximately four sheets.
• Roll of paper towels
• 2 Plastic water containers.
• Additional watercolor supplies (paints, brushes, etc) are welcome but not necessary.

Please mail questions to carrollcharlet@sbcglobal.net
Supplies available at Nevada Fine Arts. Mention class registration and save 10%

Instructor: Carroll Charlet
Ages: Adult (15+) / Beginners

Sunday, September 10 / 10 am – 3 pm

Using the late summer colors of blooming sunflowers, as subject matter, this class will explore the world of botanical illustration. Explore basic drawing, ink and watercolor techniques to capture the beauty of the season. This class welcomes beginners and students from previous botanical workshops.

Instructor: Carroll Charlet
Ages: Adult (15+) / All Levels

Required Supplies: 

• Basic watercolor kit
• No 8 or No 6 pointed watercolor brush
• 140 lb tablet of cold press watercolor paper (hot press for more advanced students)
• Micron black ink pens 005 and 01
• Sketch pad, pencil and eraser

For questions regarding supplies, please contact carrollcharlet@sbcglobal.net

 *Materials available at Nevada Fine Arts (mention registration for 10% discount)

Wednesdays, August  23 – September 27 / 3:30 – 5:30 pm

Centaurs, mermaids, and dragons will inspire young artists as they explore a variety of art materials in this fun six-week after school series. Students will learn and improve on basic illustration, printing and book-making techniques. All materials and a snack are included with registration.

Instructor: Jen Henry
Ages: 7 – 12

Monday – Friday, August 21 – 25 / 9 am – 12 pm

Create decorative and functional pottery in this five-day intensive designed for the beginner as well as those who have taken intermediate pottery classes in the past.  Students explore clay handbuilding and wheel-throwing techniques. Demonstrations will include working with slips and slabs and playing with image transfers onto clay. Finishing methods such as decorating, stamping, painting, and staining will be introduced as well as the discussion and practice of firing and glazing of clay works. All materials are provided.

Instructor: Karen Vetter
Ages: Adult (15+) / All Levels

Wednesdays, August 16 – September 20 / 6 – 9 pm

Create decorative and functional pottery in this six-week class designed for the beginner as well as those who have taken intermediate pottery classes in the past.  Students will learn how to work with clay in both hand building, and wheel-throwing techniques. Finishing methods such as decorating, stamping, painting, and staining will be introduced as well as the discussion and practice of firing and glazing of clay works. Stoneware clay will be used and cone 6 and cone 06 glazes will be available.  All firings will be done by the museum in an electric kiln. All materials are provided.

Instructor: Karen Vetter
Ages: Adult (15+) / All Levels

Wednesdays, August 9 – 30 / 6 – 9 pm

Improve your life drawing skills and explore a variety of media while working freely from a nude model in this popular open studio class. The instructor will be present to coordinate class and offer instruction upon request. Both male and female models will be posed and drawn.

Instructor: Jerry Stinson 
Ages: Adults (18+) / All Levels

The following are suggested basic supplies – all media are welcome, so please bring whatever supplies you need for whichever media you are using. 
– 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
– Choice of conte crayon, 6B graphite pencil or sticks, china marker, compressed charcoal, carbon pencils, or any suitable medium for drawing on newsprint 
– 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)