Alterations 101: Learn to Alter or Repair
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 guidence of the instructor and learn introductory techniques for altering and repairing your clothing. Some experience is helpful but not necessary. 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.
Thursday, March 21
5:30 – 8:30 pm
Instructor: Selah Pena
Age: Adult (15+) | All levels
Alterations 101: Learn to Alter or Repair
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 guidence of the instructor and learn introductory techniques for altering and repairing your clothing. Some experience is helpful but not necessary. The Museum will have sewing machines and supplies for students.
*Note: Only bring in your machine if you are very familiar with using it.
Wednesday, February 21
5:30 – 8:30 pm
Instructor: Selah Pena
Age: Adult (15+) | All levels
Life Drawing
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.
Thursdays, April 4 – 25
10 am – 1 pm
Instructor: Rachel Moseley
Ages: Adult (18+) | All Levels
Supply list: Show a confirmation receipt 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
Portrait Drawing
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, April 3 – 24
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
Life Drawing
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.
Thursdays, March 7 – 21
10 am – 1 pm
Instructor: Rachel Moseley
Ages: Adult (18+) | All Levels
Supply list: Show a confirmation receipt at Nevada Fine Arts for a 10% discount.
The following are suggested basic supplies – all media are welcome, so please bring whatever supplies you need for whichever media you are using. The Museum School does have suipplies for student use. Show a confirmation receipt at Nevada Fine Arts for a 10% discount.
- 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)
Figure Painting
Improve your life painting skills and explore a variety of paint media while working freely from a nude model in this popular figure painting class. The instructor will be present to coordinate class and offer instruction upon request and is a perfect class for beginner to advanced artists. Both male and female models will be placed in short and long poses.
Wednesdays, March 6 – 20
2 – 5 pm
Instructor: Rachel Moseley
Age: Adult (15+) | All levels
Portrait Drawing
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, March 6 – 20
10 am – 1 pm
Instructor: Rachel Moseley
Age: Adult (18+) | All Levels
Figure Painting
Improve your life painting skills and explore a variety of paint media while working freely from a nude model in this popular figure painting class. The instructor will be present to coordinate class and offer instruction upon request and is a perfect class for beginner to advanced artists. Both male and female models will be placed in short and long poses.
Wednesdays, January 31 – February 21
2 – 5 pm
Instructor: Rachel Moseley
Age: Adult (15+) | All levels
Intro to Printmaking: Linoleum Block Prints
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, April 20
10 am – 2 pm
Instructor: Christina Michael
Ages: Adult ( 15+) | All Levels
Intro to Printmaking: Linoleum Block Prints
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, March 23
10 am – 2 pm
Instructor: Christina Michael
Ages: Adult ( 15+) | All Levels