Contemporary linoleum block printing is an exciting, economical, and accessible alternative to traditional woodblock printmaking. Linoleum blocks can be easily printed at home with little set-up. Students will learn to transfer an image to a block, use tools to carve, register multiple layers, use a press, and print by hand. Class time will be dedicated to demonstrations of techniques, and ample working time with one-on-one instruction. Students will be able to use their blocks to create holiday cards or work to be hung on the wall! No printmaking experience is necessary! Students should bring in photographs, images from magazines, or drawings for inspiration. All other materials such as inks, paper, blocks, and carving tools are provided and included with your registration. 

Saturday, May 18
10 am – 2 pm

Instructor: Christina Michael
Ages: Adult ( 15+) | All Levels

Is stress limiting your joy? What would life be like if you were happier, healthier, and more effective? Meditation has been scientifically proven to lower blood pressure, increase energy, and reduce insomnia and depression. It can also have a profound effect on your sense of purpose and contentment in our turbulent world.

Explore the various styles of meditation with an expert with over 40 years experience. Everyone can learn these simple meditations. You will be given a different technique each week which you can then use on your own. All are welcome, from first-timers to advanced students. 

Mondays, April 22 – May 13
5:30 – 6:30 pm

Instructor:  Stephen Jacobs
Age: Adult (16+) | All Levels

Gouache is a water-based paint similar to watercolor but with a higher pigment concentration. In this class, students will work with the instructor to learn basic color theory and mixing techniques specific to gouache to create cohesive and vibrant palettes. Unlike traditional landscape painting, which aims for realism, this approach emphasizes the use of simplified shapes and symbols to convey ideas or evoke emotions. Through guided excersises and demonstrations, students will learn to distill complex landscapes into essential elements, exploring the power of abstraction and symbolism in art. All supplies will be provided.

Monday, June 3
5:30 – 8:30 pm

Instructor: Sam Jones
Age: Adult (16+) | All Levels 

Gouache is a water-based paint similar to watercolor but with a higher pigment concentration. In this class, students will work with the instructor to learn basic color theory and mixing techniques specific to gouache to create cohesive and vibrant palettes. Unlike traditional landscape painting, which aims for realism, this approach emphasizes the use of simplified shapes and symbols to convey ideas or evoke emotions. Through guided excersises and demonstrations, students will learn to distill complex landscapes into essential elements, exploring the power of abstraction and symbolism in art. All supplies will be provided.

Monday, May 6
5:30 – 8:30 pm

Instructor: Sam Jones
Age: Adult (16+) | All Levels 

Gouache is a water-based paint similar to watercolor but with a higher pigment concentration. In this class, students will work with the instructor to learn basic color theory and mixing techniques specific to gouache to create cohesive and vibrant palettes. Unlike traditional landscape painting, which aims for realism, this approach emphasizes the use of simplified shapes and symbols to convey ideas or evoke emotions. Through guided excersises and demonstrations, students will learn to distill complex landscapes into essential elements, exploring the power of abstraction and symbolism in art. All supplies will be provided.

Monday, April 1
5:30 – 8:30 pm

Instructor: Sam Jones
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, June 5 – 26
10 am – 1 pm

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

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, May 1 – 22
10 am – 1 pm

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

This is an introductory drawing class with an emphasis on the fundamentals of how to draw what you see, and how to make things look 3-dimensional by modeling form with light and shadow. Focus will be primarily on creating original compositions of still life’s in developing these skills with the final class session including how to apply these techniques to drawing the figure.

Tuesdays, May 14 – June 18
6 – 9 pm

Instructor: Weston Lee
Ages: Adult (15+) | All Levels

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

• 18 x 24” pad of newsprint (drawing paper)
• Vine charcoal (sometimes called willow charcoal)
• Regular pencil
• 2B, 4B, and 6B graphite pencils
• Kneaded eraser (any size)
• Pink pearl eraser or “Magic Rub” eraser
• Optional: pencil sharpener

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.

Wednesdays, June 5 – July 10
5:30 – 8:30 pm

Instructor: Jeff Hardcastle
Ages: Adult (15+) | 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.

Sundays, June 2 – July 7
10 am – 1 pm

Instructor: Jeff Hardcastle
Age: Adult (15+) | All levels