In this weekly costumed figure drawing class students will be exploring the clothed figure. Students will focus on creating a narrative with themed costumes, dramatic lighting and props. You will learn how to connect clothing to the underlying form, efficiently, in both short and long poses. All drawing media will be welcomed for this class and there will be supplies in the classroom for students to experiment with.

Wednesdays, July 2 – 23
2 – 5 pm

Instructor: Rachel Moseley
Age: Adult (18+) | All Levels

Supply List: Show email confirmation at Nevada Fine Arts for a 10% discount. These are suggested supplies if you want drawing or painting media:

• DRAWING:
• 18×24″ drawing, sketching, toned or newsprint pad
• vine charcoal
• compressed charcoal
• HB, 2b, 4b, 6b charcoal pencil
• PAINTING: 
• 18×24″ US Art Supply Canvas Pad (can be found on Amazon)
• Long handle flat brushes, various sizes
• Turpenoid odorless mineral spirits
• Pallet or pallet paper
• Roll of blue shop paper towels
• Suggested oil paints:
• Lamp black
• Titanium white
• Alizarin Crimson
• Ultramarine Blue
• Olive Green
• Yellow ochre
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In this weekly costumed figure drawing class students will be exploring the clothed figure. Students will focus on creating a narrative with themed costumes, dramatic lighting and props. You will learn how to connect clothing to the underlying form, efficiently, in both short and long poses. All drawing media will be welcomed for this class and there are supplies in the classroom for students to experiment with. 

Thursday, June 5 – 26
2 – 5 pm

Instructor: Rachel Moseley
Age: Adult (18+) | All Levels

Supply List: Show email confirmation at Nevada Fine Arts for a 10% discount. These are suggested supplies if you want drawing or painting media:

• DRAWING:
• 18×24″ drawing, sketching, toned or newsprint pad
• vine charcoal
• compressed charcoal
• HB, 2b, 4b, 6b charcoal pencil
• PAINTING: 
• 18×24″ US Art Supply Canvas Pad (can be found on Amazon)
• Long handle flat brushes, various sizes
• Turpenoid odorless mineral spirits
• Pallet or pallet paper
• Roll of blue shop paper towels
• Suggested oil paints:
• Lamp black
• Titanium white
• Alizarin Crimson
• Ultramarine Blue
• Olive Green
• Yellow ochre

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.

Sunday, June 15
10 am – 5 pm

Instructor: Pietro Accardi
Ages: Adult (15+) | All levels

Mountains are an integral part of many landscapes. Join this class to capture a variety of mountains in watercolor. Students will explore the colors and techniques suitable for painting distant mountains with minimum details as well as more elaborate peaks closer to the viewer’s eye. We will be using wet in wet, wet on dry, as well as lifting along with various approaches to generate texture. 100% cotton paper is highly recommended for wet in wet approach.

Wednesdays, May 14 and 21
4 – 8 pm

Instructor: Iva Neveux
Age: Adult (16+) | All Levels

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

• Watercolor pallet including your preferred reds, yellows, blues including indigo and earths including burnt sienna & burnt umber
• Variety of watercolor brushes including 1” flat, #6 or # 8 round, fan and rigger brush
• Pad (several sheets) of Arches cold press 140 lb watercolor paper (9”x12” or larger), other 100% cotton brands will also work (Daler Rowney, Bee Paper, Winsor Newton); some student grade watercolor paper (Strathmore series 400) for charting and testing color and brush strokes
• Graphite or mechanical pencil
• Kneaded eraser
• Tracing paper
• Two plastic water containers
• Spray bottle and a mister bottle
• Roll of paper towels
• Palette knife and/or plastic card (optional)
• Masking fluid (optional)

In this class, students will explore how to paint various rocks and cliffs in watercolor. We will briefly explore how to mix your own grays and neutrals. Using wet in wet as well as wet on dry approach, lifting technique, and various approaches to generate texture, we will focus on several different types of rocks, including multiple variations of generic as well as local rocks/rock formations. 100% cotton paper is highly recommended for wet in wet approach.

Mondays, April 28 – May 5
4 – 8 pm

Instructor: Iva Neveux
Age: Adult (16+) | All Levels

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

• Watercolor pallet including your preferred reds, yellows, blues including indigo and earths including burnt sienna & burnt umber
• Variety of watercolor brushes including 1” flat, #6 or # 8 round, fan and rigger brush
• Pad (several sheets) of Arches cold press 140 lb watercolor paper (9”x12” or larger), other 100% cotton brands will also work (Daler Rowney, Bee Paper, Winsor Newton); some student grade watercolor paper (Strathmore series 400) for charting and testing color and brush strokes
• Natural and/or synthetic sponge
• Graphite or mechanical pencil
• Kneaded eraser
• Tracing paper
• Two plastic water containers
• Spray bottle and a mister bottle
• Roll of paper towels
• Cling wrap
• Palette knife and/or plastic card (optional)
• Masking fluid (optional)

Improve your portrait drawing skills and explore a variety of media while working freely from a model. This drawing class is open to students using any drawing media they are most comfortable with. The instructor is well versed in all drawing mediums and will be present to coordinate class and offer instruction through demonstration and upon request. Both male and female models will be posed and drawn. Please bring in any drawing media you have and the Museum School will have additional drawing materials for students to try out.

Thursday, May 15
5:30 – 8:30 pm

Instructor: Rachel Moseley
Age: Adult (16+) | All Levels

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

• 18×24″ drawing, sketching, toned or newsprint pad
• vine charcoal
• compressed charcoal
• HB, 2b, 4b, 6b charcoal pencil 

Collaging is the art of sticking various different materials such as photographs, pieces of paper or fabric on to a backing. In this class, students will learn about the aesthetics of collage, melding the ideas of reality and fiction as the instructor guides them through the process of creating their own piece using everyday materials. 

Supplies are provided, but feel free to bring any materials you’d like to incorporate into your collage piece.

Saturday, June 28
10 am – 2 pm

Instructor: Sogand Tabatabaei
Ages: Adult (16+) | All Levels

This class explores the fundamentals of abstract aesthetics in painting. Students will learn to understand and apply the visual language of shape, form, and color to create compelling abstract compositions inspired by real-world visual references. The course focuses on acrylic painting techniques, offering versatility and immediate results that support the development of each student’s unique style and aesthetic.

Saturday, May 24
10 am – 3 pm

Instructor: Sogand Tabatabaei
Ages: Adult (16+) | All Levels

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

• Acrylic Paints set of 12 colors or 24 colors
• Flat brush (Royal Brush, soft grip brush set)
• Round brush (Royal Brush, soft grip brush set)
• Flat Palette
• Canvas or Canvas Boards, 11×14 or 16×20
• Acrylic pad
• Drawing pencils (4B and 6B)

In this introduction to Ikebana class, students will embark on a journry of traditional flower arranging, delving into the profound beauty and cultural significance of Japanese floral art. Ikebana is more than just arranging flowers – it is a mindful practice that harmonizes nature, balance, and form. Students will work with the instructor to learn the fundamental principles of Ikebana, exploring the different styles and schools that have evolved over centuries. No prior floral design experience is necessry; this class is open to students of all levels. All supplies will be provided. 

*Note: Truus Ten Kate Sharp has 40+ years of experience practicing Ikebana.

Thursdays, May 8 – 29
5:30 – 7:30 pm

Instructor: Truus Ten Kate Sharp
Age: Adult (16+) | All Levels

Supplies List: 

• Garden Sheers or Large Kitchen Scissors

Join us for a fun and hands-on needle felting class where parents and kids can create together! In this cozy workshop, you’ll transform soft wool into charming, one-of-a-kind creations using simple needle felting techniques. Whether you’re brand new to the craft or have some experience, this class is a wonderful way to explore fiber art in a relaxed and supportive setting.

Needle felting is a magical and accessible sculptural craft that sparks creativity and is easy to continue at home. You’ll leave with a handmade wool creation and the skills to keep felting on your own! All materials are provided.

Note: Needle felting involves the use of sharp barbed needles. Children will require close adult supervision to ensure safe handling. Younger participants may benefit from hands-on assistance from their accompanying adult.

Note: A single registration payment covers both parent and child.

Sunday, May 4
10 am – 1 pm

Instructor: Emily Reid
Age: 7 – 12 with an accompanying adult