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BottLe CAp CreAtions saturday, november 12 / 10 am – 3 pm

Create beautiful decorations from bottle caps! This fun workshop teaches students to preserve what they love and enjoy in a little resin cap. Anything, from acorns, leaves, photos, beads, buttons and thread can be contained in a bottle cap as a magnet or charm. Rachel Kaiser t$45 / $40 MuseuM MeMbers

15 and up / all levels

Beginning Book Binding saturday, december 3 / 10 am – 4 pm

This workshop is a beginner’s introduction to the art of sewn and folded book bindings with recyclable materials. Students will learn several techniques to create their own art books. Rachel Kaiser t$54 / $48 MuseuM MeMbers


pen & ink drAwingsaturday, december 10 / 10 am – 4 pm

Doodle, draw and discover the magic of using traditional pen and ink! This workshop explores the use of nib, pen, brush and ink drawing tools through line, crosshatching and style techniques. Rachel Kaiser t$54 / $48 MuseuM MeMbers


Monotype without A press (geLAtin printing) Friday & saturday, october 21 & 22 / Friday: 5 – 7 pm; saturday: 10 am – 4 pm

If you love to paint and stencil you will love gelatin printmaking! Students will learn multiple drop monotypes, direct painting and the use of stencils and offset printing. Candace Nicol t$72 / $64 MuseuM MeMbers


MiniAture etChingsaturday & sunday, december 10 & 11 / 10 am – 4 pm

Held at Oxbow Press, create your own edition of small etchings perfect for holiday giving. Etching is a printmaking technique in which an image, drawn with metal tools, is incised into a metal plate. Students will learn the process from etching through printing. A $20 materials fee is due to the instructor at the beginning of class. Candace Nicol t$108 / $96 MuseuM MeMbers


introduCtion to tApestry weAving saturday, december 3 / 10 am – 4 pm

Held at Toni Lowden’s Reno studio, learn the basics of tapestry warping and weaving on a small portable loom. Complete a basic tapestry sampler with a frame loom while learning warp and weft, spacing, color and grist. A $75 materials fee is due to instructor at the beginning of class for warp and weft materials and a small portable loom to take home. Toni Lowden tregistration for introduction to tapestry Weaving: $54 / $48 MuseuM MeMbers

registration for both introduction to tapestry Weaving & interMediate tapestry Weaving: $90 / $80 MuseuM MeMbers. (to register for both Workshops, please call 775.329.3333 X 260)

15 and up / beginning levels

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interMediAte tApestry weAving saturday, december 10 / 10 am – 4 pm

For experienced students or those who have taken Introduction to Tapestry Weaving, complete an intermediate tapestry sampler at the Reno studio of Toni Lowden. This workshop will cover how to create a circular shape, setting in diagonal shapes, hatching, rya, shading, varying the texture and thickness of weft yarns, the spacing of warps and incorporating a cartoon or small design. A $75 materials fee is due to instructor at the beginning of class for warp and weft materials and a small portable loom to keep (if a loom was purchased from the Introduction to Tapestry Weaving, the materials fee is $10 for warp and weft materials).Toni Lowden t registration for interMediate tapestry Weaving: $54 / $48 MuseuM MeMbers

registration for both introduction to tapestry Weaving & interMediate tapestry Weaving: $90 / $80 MuseuM MeMbers. (to register for both Workshops, please call 775.329.3333 X 260)

15 and up / interMediate levels

wAterCoLor: CoLorFuL snow with pouring teChniquessaturday, december 17 / 10 am – 5 pm

Capture the colors in snow from light reflections. Create a beautiful, colorful snow scene with watercolors, masking fluid, and pouring techniques. Learn about effective compositions, mysterious shadows, and other useful techniques. Reiko Hervin t$64 / $56 MuseuM MeMbers


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MeditAtion sAMpLer saturdays, october 15 - november 5 / 10:15 – 11:15 am

Explore your own inner source of balance with an expert who will help you find creativity, health and contentment while exploring a different style of meditation each week. All are welcome, from first-timers to advanced students.Stephen Jacobs four sessions: $35 / $30 MuseuM MeMbers; cost per session (1 – 3 classes): $10 / $9 MuseuM MeMbers


itALiC CALLigrAphy tuesdays, september 27 - november 15 / 6 – 9 pm

Explore the fluency and versatility of italics with pen and ink as you construct formal minuscules, majuscules and numerals. Renew your Italic hand or learn a new skill.Carol Pallesen $216 / $192 MuseuM MeMbers


CLAy: eArthworks wednesdays, october 5 - november 16 (no class 10.26) / 6 – 9 pm

Learn the art of making forms in clay using hand-building and wheel throwing techniques. Explore various decorating techniques and the clay firing process. Clay, glazes and clay tools will be provided by the Museum and all works will be fired in the Museum’s kiln. Karen Vetter $179 / $159 MuseuM MeMbers

15 and up / beginning & interMediate levels

drAwing: representAtionAL stiLL LiFe thursdays, november 3 – december 15 (no class 11.24) / 6 – 9 pm

Learn to see and create a still life through shape, line, light and shadow. Several drawing techniques using a variety of drawing materials such as graphite, charcoal and Conte crayon will be explored. Kelly Brooks $162 / $144 MuseuM MeMbers


pAinting: ACryLiCs For Beginners tuesdays, november 1 – december 6 / 6 – 9 pm

Working from photo references, students will learn to create unique landscapes while developing a fundamental understanding of painting materials and methods. This medium allows students to work and learn quickly while experiencing the joy of painting. Kelly Brooks $162 / $144 MuseuM MeMbers

15 and up / beginning levels

oiL pAsteL sMudgewednesdays, november 30 - december 14 / 1 – 4 pm

Create miniature landscapes with your fingers that will entertain and delight. This straightforward, and simple artistic style uses oil pastels to create artwork in minutes with thrilling results! Carol Foldvary-Anderson$81 / $72 MuseuM MeMbers


pAint FroM the oLd MAsterswednesdays, november 2 – december 7 / 6 – 9 pm

Working in oils from a reference, copy an old masterwork and learn the techniques that made these distinguished artists great. Classes consist of lecture, demonstration, research and individual coaching. David McCamant$162 / $144 MuseuM MeMbers


LiFe drAwing: open studio- 4 weekswednesdays, october 5 – october 26 / 6 – 9 pm

Improve your life drawing skills while working freely from a nude model. The instructor will be present to coordinate class and offer instruction upon request. Both male and female models will be drawn. Jerry Stinson$108 / $96 MuseuM MeMbers


historiCAL CostuMe drAwing: open studioMondays, november 7 – december 12 / 6 – 9 pm

Experience the fun of drawing live costumed models from different eras while developing your personal technique. Learn perspective, shading and texture techniques using the drawing medium of your choice. Each class will consist of a 3-hour pose. Beginners are welcome. The instructor will be present to coordinate class and offer instruction when requested. Jerry StinsonsiX sessions: $162 / $144 MuseuM MeMbers; four sessions: $108 / $96 MuseuM MeMbers


LiFe drAwing: open studiowednesdays, december 14 – Jan. 18 / 6 – 9 pm

Improve your life drawing skills while working freely from a nude model. The instructor will be present to coordinate class and offer instruction upon request. Both male and female models will be drawn. Jerry StinsonsiX sessions: $162 / $144 MuseuM MeMbers; four sessions: $108 / $96 MuseuM MeMbers


drAwing & pAinting in oiL FroM portrAit to FuLL FigureFridays, october 21 – december 16 (no class 10.28 & 11.25) / 2 – 5 pm

Work on portrait drawing using the idea of “caged volume”, and then apply the principles to the full figure. Expand your knowledge with the addition of composition, color theory and brushwork starting with the portrait, then proceeding to the full figure. This class is designed for people with some life drawing and/or painting experience. Alison Harris$189 / $168 MuseuM MeMbers

18 and up / interMediate levels and up

AirBrushMondays, november 7 – december 12 / 5:30 – 8 pm

Learn intensive airbrush techniques through step-by-step demonstrations to create stylized or realistic artwork to enhance car exteriors, signs and much more. Explore equipment, materials, paints, freehand application, color gradation and rendering texture. Former students have the option to sign up for the last 4 weeks in order to learn advanced techniques. A compressor, airbrushes and paints will be supplied at no cost for use in the classroom. Early enrollment is encouraged as this class is limited to 8 students.Armando SerranosiX-Week session: $135 / $120 MuseuM MeMbers; last four Weeks of session: $90 / $80 MuseuM MeMbers


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drAwing: treAsures oF the sierrA nevAdA saturdays, october 1 – 22 / 10 – 11:30 am

Inspired by the Sierra Nevada: An Adaptation exhibition, kids will make their own illustrated maps and learn how to draw the wildlife and plants of the region, such as bears, fish, marmots, golden eagles, deer, wild horses and more! Students will experience the joy of drawing and practice their observational skills while learning the art elements of line, shape, value and color. Kelly Brooks $54 / $48 MuseuM MeMbers

7 – 11 years

print your pLACe saturdays, october 29 – november 19 / 10 – 11:30 am

Kids will enjoy exploring the place where they live though drawing and simple engraving printmaking projects. Students will be encouraged to understand and appreciate their environments as they view their world with a creative eye. Kelly Brooks$54 / $48 MuseuM MeMbers

7 – 11 years

toddLer Art Adventure: getting Buggy! Fridays, november 4, 11 & 18 / 9:30 – 10:15 am

Parent and child will explore nature’s tiniest creatures in this workshop inspired by bugs and insects. Sculpture, painting, drawing and mixed media will be used to create one-of-a-kind artworks. Dress for a mess! Claire Muñoz$27 / $24 MuseuM MeMbers

2 – 5 years With parent

CLAy turds For toddLerssaturdays, december 3 – 17 / 9:30-10:15 am

Explore the interesting textures and forms that can be created in clay with your toddler. Works will be sculpted, glazed and fired during this fascinating developmental opportunity. Price includes one parent and one child. Megan Berner$27 / $24 MuseuM MeMbers ($12 for each additional parent/child)


Four hAnds pLAying: A CLAy experienCe For pArent & ChiLdsaturdays, december 3 – 17 / 10:30 – 11:30 am

Enjoy playing with clay with your child under six. Sculpt, fire and glaze with all four hands working together to make this a wonderful learning experience for parent and child. Price includes one parent and one child. Megan Berner$36 / $32 MuseuM MeMbers ($16 for each additional parent/child)


gingerBreAd house workshoptwo sessions: wednesday, december 7 or thursday, december 8 / 6:30 – 7:30 pm

Decorate a festive gingerbread house to take home and enjoy for the holidays. Kids will have fun frosting their houses and embellishing them with an assortment of candies that will create the perfect winter scene to put on display for all to see. Come to class in your grubby clothes and prepare to get messy! Parents welcome and encouraged to participate.Annie Hookercost per session $35 / $30 MuseuM MeMbers

all ages (parents Must accoMpany kids 5 and under)

BABy pAinting iFriday, december 2 / 9:30 – 10:15 am

Bring your baby and go beyond finger-painting by blobbing, smushing and smearing colors with hands and feet! Witness their first painting with no mess at home. Your baby will make a creative keepsake for the family to cherish. Lisa Kornze$15 / $12 MuseuM MeMbers

4 – 18 Months With parent

BABy pAinting iiFriday, december 2 / 10:45 – 11:30 am

For slightly older babies, go beyond finger-painting by blobbing, smushing and smearing colors with hands and feet! Witness their first painting with no mess at home. Your baby will make a creative keepsake for the family to cherish. Lisa Kornze$15 / $12 MuseuM MeMbers

19 Months – 3 years With parent

winter BreAk Art CAMptuesday – Friday, december 27 – 30 / 9 am – noon

Kids are invited to play, discover and experiment with art at the Winter Break Art Camp. Each day offers a different media to explore including clay, painting and drawing. This fun and educational experience will allow campers to create their own works of art as well as explore the galleries of the museum. Carroll Charlet$108 / $96 MuseuM MeMbers

8 – 12 years (age fleXible)

Design Lots oF Boxes tuesdays, november 22 - december 6 / 6 – 9 pm

Create and decorate beautiful boxes using dye, paint, and ink. Give them as a gift or keep for your own treasures. A $15 materials fee is due to the instructor at the beginning of the first class. Carol Pallesen $81 / $72 MuseuM MeMbers


the photogrAphiC portrAit saturdays, november 5 & 12 / 9 – 4 pm

Explore the power and subtlety of the photographic portrait while participating in lighting demonstrations and photo shoots at the professional studio of photographer Jeff Ross. Designed for those looking to build their photography portfolio or apply to design schools. Access to a digital SLR is required. View Ross’ work at jeffross.com. Jeff Ross$140 / $126 MuseuM MeMbers

15 and up / interMediate levels and up

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Registration & Information

registrAtion Pre-registration is required. Registrations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until maximum class size is reached. Classes are limited in size. Early registration is recommended.

CAnCeLLAtion poLiCy Students needing to withdraw from a class after registering may receive a tuition refund less a $5 administrative fee if the Museum is notified five business days before the first session of class. No refunds thereafter.

sChoLArships Scholarships are available to students of all ages for e. l. Cord Museum School classes due to a generous grant from the e. l. Cord Foundation. If you wish to apply for a scholarship, please download a scholarship form (also available in Spanish) at nevadaart.org/school or call 775.329.3333 x260.

teACher in-serviCe Credit The Museum School offers in-service credit on select classes for educators of the Washoe County School District. For more information, visit nevadaart.org/school or call 775.329.3333 x260 to verify class availability.

CLAss LoCAtion Most classes are held at the e. l. Cord Museum School, located at the Nevada Museum of Art, Donald W. Reynolds Center for the Visual Arts, e. l. Wiegand Gallery at 160 West Liberty Street in downtown Reno. Students should enter the School through the outdoor gate to the left of the doors marked “e. l. Cord Museum School and employee and security entrance.” These doors are located to the south end of the building and can be seen from the parking lot. Driving directions for classes hosted off-site will be made available to students at the time of registration.

suppLy Lists Find supply lists under each class description at nevadaart.org/school.

reCeive our Art CLAss BuLLetin viA e-MAiL Keep up to date with what’s happening at the Museum School by receiving our Art Class Bulletin via e-mail. Subscribe online at nevadaart.org or call 775.329.3333 ex. 260.

the e. L. Cord Museum school is generously sponsored by the e. L. Cord Foundation.

Additional programmatic support provided by the Nevada Arts Council, a state agency, and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.

Art4Moore enabled the Museum School to acquire a new kiln, clay, glazes and clay-related tools.

register online at nevadaart.org/school or call 775.329.3333 x260

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museum school schedule fall 2011

Documents

intermediate tapestry

museum members15

weft materials

basics of tapestry

materials fee

lunchintermediate tapestry

intermediate tapestry

small portable loom