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.

Monday, July 27
5 – 9 pm

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

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.

Monday, June 29
5 – 9 pm

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

What makes a story unforgettable? In this class, students will explore the art of short story writing by learning how to craft engaging narratives that capture a reader’s imagination. Unlike news or business writing, creative writing prioritizes storytelling over strict facts, allowing room for invention, personal experiences, and even reimagined fairy tales. Through guided exercises, students will practice key elements of storytelling—such as character development, setting, dialogue, and conflict—while experimenting with both real-life inspiration and pure fiction. By the end of the class, participants will have written their own short stories and discovered tools to continue their creative writing journey.

Saturday, July 11
10:30 am – 3:30 pm

Instructor: Em Tomeo
Ages: Adult (16+) | All Levels

What makes a story unforgettable? In this class, students will explore the art of short story writing by learning how to craft engaging narratives that capture a reader’s imagination. Unlike news or business writing, creative writing prioritizes storytelling over strict facts, allowing room for invention, personal experiences, and even reimagined fairy tales. Through guided exercises, students will practice key elements of storytelling—such as character development, setting, dialogue, and conflict—while experimenting with both real-life inspiration and pure fiction. By the end of the class, participants will have written their own short stories and discovered tools to continue their creative writing journey.

Saturday, June 6
10:30 am – 3:30 pm

Instructor: Em Tomeo
Ages: Adult (16+) | All Levels

Create beads and more in this hands-on introductory glass art course. Students will explore the amazing world of lampworking by utilizing clear and colored glass rods, along with various tools and techniques. Learn more about the process of melting, shaping, and forming the glass…then annealing your finished pieces. Additionally, students will learn about the science, history, technology, and culture of this unique medium.

Students will focus on:

1. Safety and material practices are covered and emphasized throughout this course.

2. Turning torches on and operating equipment, tools, and flame techniques. 

3. Participants will learn how to create bead forms while exploring various techniques, applications, and styles. 

4. Students will have open studio time to create their own work after learning the basics.

All supplies are provided.

Sunday, July 26
1:30 – 4:30 pm

Instructor: Sheri Fisher
Age: Adult (16+) | All levels

Students in this level II class will explore the art of Slumping Glass! You’ll start by first designing a clear and colored flat glass piece to fit the swoop mold to create a beautiful 6” piece. Under the guidance of the instructor, you  will briefly review the process of designing, cutting, melting, annealing, and kiln-forming the glass. Additionally, students will learn about the science, history, technology, and culture of this unique medium. All supplies are provided. NO open-toed shoes. 

Note: Students signing up for this class are required to have taken the kiln forming class or have prior knowledge of kiln forming.

Sunday, June 28
1:30 – 4:30 pm

Instructor: Sheri Fisher
Ages: Adult (16+) | Intermediate

Students will explore the amazing world of kiln-formed glass art by utilizing clear and colored flat glass along with various tools and techniques. Students will have the opportunity to create pendants & jewelry, coasters, suncatchers and more! Learn about the process of designing, cutting, melting, and kiln-forming the glass. Additionally, students will learn about the science, history, technology, and culture of this unique medium. All supplies are provided.

Saturday, July 11
10 am – 1:30 pm

Instructor: Sheri Fisher
Ages: Adult (16+) | All Levels

Students will explore the amazing world of kiln-formed glass art by utilizing clear and colored flat glass along with various tools and techniques. Students will have the opportunity to create pendants & jewelry, coasters, suncatchers and more! Learn about the process of designing, cutting, melting, and kiln-forming the glass. Additionally, students will learn about the science, history, technology, and culture of this unique medium. All supplies are provided.

Saturday, June 13
10 am – 1:30 pm

Instructor: Sheri Fisher
Ages: Adult (16+) | All Levels

Improve your life drawing skills and explore a variety of media while working freely from a nude model in this popular studio class. The instructor will be present to coordinate the class, offer instruction and demonstrations. Both male and female models will be used in short and long posed positions. 

Thursdays, June 4 – 25
5 – 8 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

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, July 1 – August 19
5:30 – 8:30 pm

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