In this hands-on workshop, participants will dive into the fundamentals of ceramic glazing. Through guided instruction, they’ll explore glaze chemistry, learn about key materials, and safely mix their own base glaze from scratch. By the end of the session, each participant will have created and applied a custom glaze to a test tile—laying the foundation for developing unique glaze colors in the next session. During the next session, you will glaze a prefabricated mug with your very own unique glaze. 

Thursdays, September 24 and October 1
5 – 9 pm

Instructor: Brittany Sundheim
Age: Adult (16+) | All Levels

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, Mighty White, Porcelain and Speckled clay will be used as well as 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.

Tuesdays, September 22 – October 27
5:30 – 8:30 pm

Instructor: Brittany Sundheim
Ages: (16+) | All Levels

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, Mighty White, Porcelain and Speckled clay will be used as well as 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.

Tuesdays, August 11 – September 15
5:30 – 8:30 pm

Instructor: Brittany Sundheim
Ages: (16+) | All Levels

Unleash your creativity in this hands-on ceramic hand-building class designed for both beginners and intermediate students. Explore the fundamental techniques of pinch, coil, and slab construction as you transform raw clay into expressive vessels and sculptural forms. Through guided demonstrations and individualized instruction, you’ll learn how to shape, refine, and assemble your pieces, as well as discover surface techniques and glazing methods to enhance your finished work. All materials are provided.

Thursdays, August 6 – September 10
5:30 – 8:30 pm

Instructor: Brittany Sundheim
Age: Adult (16+) | Beginner and Intermediate

Learn about the basics of working with clay for producing decorative and functional pottery. Students will learn the process and various techniques for going from an idea to a 3 dimensional completed glazed piece. The class will cover slab and coil construction as well as an introduction to throwing pieces on the wheel. An overview of decorating and glazing techniques for completing the piece will be presented.  All firings will be done by the museum in an electric kiln and all materials will be provided.

*Note: This session will be 8 weeks.

Wednesdays, September 2 – October 21
5:30 – 8:30 pm

Instructor: Jeff Hardcastle
Ages: Adult (16+) | Beginners

Intermediate and advanced level students will enjoy developing their hand building and/or wheel throwing projects in this class. The instructor will introduce students to new techniques such as lidded, forms, vases, and image transfer. Students are encouraged to come to class with ideas for their own projects while the instructor will encourage experimentation and assist students as needed.

*Note: This session is 8 weeks.

Sundays, August 30 – October 18
10 am – 1 pm

Instructor: Jeff Hardcastle
Age: Adult (16+) | All levels

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.

Wednesdays, August 5 – 26
10 am – 1 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 

Discover the connection between movement and observation in this unique Yoga and Figure Drawing class happening in the Thomas and Pauline Tusher Sculpture Garden on the 3rd floor rooftop. The first hour is dedicated to an all-levels gentle flow yoga practice that welcomes both beginners and experienced yogis. Newer students will build confidence and familiarity with foundational poses, while seasoned practitioners can refine alignment and deepen their understanding of the fundamentals. Through accessible yoga postures, fluid movement, and mindful breathing, students will strengthen the body, improve focus, and cultivate greater body awareness. In the second portion of the class, students will transition to figure drawing, working from a live model and exploring the human form through art. Guided through a series of gestural drawing exercises, participants will develop their observational skills while capturing movement, energy, and expression. All drawing supplies are provided.

Saturday, September 26
10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Instructors: Katie Mogilski (Yoga) | Kaija Mackinnon (Drawing)
Age: Adult (16+) | All Levels

Supply List: 

• Yoga Mat
• Water Bottle

Discover the connection between movement and observation in this unique Yoga and Figure Drawing class happening in the Thomas and Pauline Tusher Sculpture Garden on the 3rd floor rooftop. The first hour is dedicated to an all-levels gentle flow yoga practice that welcomes both beginners and experienced yogis. Newer students will build confidence and familiarity with foundational poses, while seasoned practitioners can refine alignment and deepen their understanding of the fundamentals. Through accessible yoga postures, fluid movement, and mindful breathing, students will strengthen the body, improve focus, and cultivate greater body awareness. In the second portion of the class, students will transition to figure drawing, working from a live model and exploring the human form through art. Guided through a series of gestural drawing exercises, participants will develop their observational skills while capturing movement, energy, and expression. All drawing supplies are provided.

Saturday, August 22
10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Instructors: Katie Mogilski (Yoga) | Kaija Mackinnon (Drawing)
Age: Adult (16+) | All Levels

Supply List: 

• Yoga Mat
• Water Bottle

Discover the connection between movement and observation in this unique Yoga and Figure Drawing class happening in the Thomas and Pauline Tusher Sculpture Garden on the 3rd floor rooftop. The first hour is dedicated to an all-levels gentle flow yoga practice that welcomes both beginners and experienced yogis. Newer students will build confidence and familiarity with foundational poses, while seasoned practitioners can refine alignment and deepen their understanding of the fundamentals. Through accessible yoga postures, fluid movement, and mindful breathing, students will strengthen the body, improve focus, and cultivate greater body awareness. In the second portion of the class, students will transition to figure drawing, working from a live model and exploring the human form through art. Guided through a series of gestural drawing exercises, participants will develop their observational skills while capturing movement, energy, and expression. All drawing supplies are provided.

Saturday, July 25
10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Instructors: Katie Mogilski (Yoga) | Kaija Mackinnon (Drawing)
Age: Adult (16+) | All Levels

Supply List: 

• Yoga Mat
• Water Bottle