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GARDEN DESIGN: PERMACULTURESaturday, February 5 / 1 – 4 pm

Before spring arrives, learn how permaculture design relates to your garden and the natural environment. Minimize the “work” that you do in your garden, and maximize its natural output, while being in harmony with the ecosystem. Work with Josie Luciano of Urban Roots: Garden Classrooms and Neil Bertrando of Radiant Tortoise Permaculture and learn professional design and gardening techniques to creatively utilize in your own yard.Josie Luciano & Neil Bertrando$35 / $30 MUSEUM MEMBERS 15 AND UP / ALL LEVELS

Workshop

VISITING ARTIST WORKSHOP: WATERCOLOR WITH TIMOTHY J. CLARKSaturday, January 29 / 10 am – 4 pm

Work with renowned southern California watercolor artist Timothy J. Clark. View his portraits, landscapes, interiors and cityscapes on display in Expressive Luminescence. Sharpen your watercolor technique and receive feedback from Clark, a faculty member at the Art Students League in New York City. Recognized by Watercolor magazine as one of the “20 Great Teachers in America,” his work can be found in the permanent collections of the Smithsonian/National Portrait Gallery and the Museum of the City of New York. Visit tclark.art.com.Timothy J. Clark $89 / $79 MUSEUM MEMBERS15 AND UP / ADVANCED BEGINNERS AND UP

DRAWING IN THE GALLERIES: THE BIRDS OF AMERICAThursdays, January 20 & 27 / 6 – 8 pm

Learn to draw birds directly from the works in Explorer, Naturalist, Artist: John James Audubon and The Birds of America. Using pencil, choose your subject matter from a flamingo, eagle, hawk, heron, owl and other magnificent birds featured in the exhibit. Learn to sight proportion and use line, shape and value while receiving one-on-one instruction. Kelly Brooks$36 / $32 MUSEUM MEMBERS15 AND UP / ALL LEVELS

JEWELRY: ART CLAY SILVERSaturday, February 26 / 10 am – 5 pm

Students will complete three silver metal clay projects, learning a variety of basic techniques. Gain a working knowledge of lump, paste and syringe clay, as well as simple stone settings. Students will fire one project with a torch. Other firings will be done by the instructor in an electric kiln. A $75 materials fee is due to the instructor at the beginning of class. This includes all materials including silver and tools. No previous experience required. Enrollment is limited to eight students. Cindy Kinerson $63 / $56 MUSEUM MEMBERS15 AND UP / ALL LEVELS

WATERCOLOR FOR THE ABSOLUTE BEGINNER, YOUNG PEOPLE OR THE YOUNG AT HEART

Saturday, March 19 / 10 am – 5 pm

This workshop is for those want a strong foundation using watercolor in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Paint a simple still life, receiving step-by-step instructions and instructor demonstrations. The class will start with an explanation of supplies, technique and the importance of color and composition. In the afternoon, sketch a composition in pencil and then paint a still life. A $17 supply fee (for professional quality pigments, paper and pigment dish to keep) is due to the instructor at the beginning of class. Reiko Hervin$63 / $56 MUSEUM MEMBERS11 AND UP / BEGINNING LEVELS

MOSAIC KNITTINGSaturday, March 5 / 12:30 – 4:30 pm

Create multi-colored projects using the slip stitch technique of mosaic knitting. Only one color is used per row, making it easier than standard knitting styles. Starting with a simple pattern, learn basic techniques and progress to more complex patterns and methods to learn two fabric styles. Charting, design, pattern writing, and books to buy will be covered. Students should already know how to knit, purl, cast on and bind o�. A $5 supply fee is due to the instructor at the beginning of class. Adrienne Van Nalts $36 / $32 MUSEUM MEMBERS15 AND UP / INTERMEDIATE AND UP

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BOOK ARTS: FOUNDATIONAL CALLIGRAPHY Tuesdays, February 1 – March 22 / 6 – 9 pm

Learn the beautiful, clear and versatile style of calligraphy that is based on a circular “o.” The lovely rounded forms are an ideal place to begin your calligraphy education or renew your skills. Using pens dipped in ink, learn the minuscules, majuscules and numerals used to illuminate and illustrate words. Carol Pallesen$216 / $192 MUSEUM MEMBERS15 AND UP / ALL LEVELS

THE ART OF MEDITATIONSaturdays, February 5 – 26 / 10:15 – 11:15 am

Is this the year you will give yourself the gift of meditation? Are you ready to be happier, healthier, more e�ective, and more loving? Then this class is for you. Explore the various styles of meditation with an expert. The course will provide an overview of meditation and the direct experience of your own inner source of creativity, health, and contentment. All are welcome, from first-timers to advanced students. Stephen Jacobs

4 sessions $35 / $30 MUSEUM MEMBERS15 AND UP / ALL LEVELS

BEGINNING DRAWING Fridays, March 4 – April 8 / 9 am – noon

Enjoy drawing success through observational techniques and methods to translate what you see onto paper. Learn to draw using line, shape, value, perspective, and composition while creating finished works in pencil, charcoal, conte crayon, and ink. Allison Harris$164 / $144 MUSEUM MEMBERS15 AND UP / BEGINNING LEVELS

LIFE DRAWING: OPEN STUDIOWednesdays, March 2 – April 6 / 6 – 9 pm

Improve your life drawing skills while working freely from a nude model. The instructor will be present to coordinate class and o�er instruction upon request. Both male and female models will be drawn. Students may register for four or six sessions. Jerry Stinson 6 sessions $162 / $144 MUSEUM MEMBERS4 sessions $108 / $96 MUSEUM MEMBERS18 AND UP / ALL LEVELS

LIFE DRAWING: OPEN STUDIO 4 WEEKS Wednesdays, January 12 – February 2 6 – 9 pm

Improve your life drawing skills while working freely from a nude model. The instructor will be present to coordinate class and o�er instruction upon request. Both male and female models will be drawn. Jerry Stinson $108 / $96 MUSEUM MEMBERS 18 AND UP / ALL LEVELS

AIRBRUSH Wednesdays, February 2 – March 23 (no class 3/2) / 5:30 – 8 pm

Learn intensive airbrush techniques and 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 four weeks to learn advanced techniques. A compressor, airbrushes, and paints will be supplied at no cost to students for use in the classroom. Enrollment is limited to eight students. Armando Serrano

$158 / $140 MUSEUM MEMBERS$90 / $80 MUSEUM MEMBERS last 4 weeks15 AND UP / ALL LEVELS

COLOR: AN INTRODUCTIONThursdays, January 27 – March 3 / 6 – 9 pm

Giving students a solid foundation in the basic principles of color, this class teaches students how to mix color using several theories. Students may work with oil or acrylic paints. David McCamant$162 / $144 MUSEUM MEMBERS15 AND UP / ALL LEVELS

SCULPTURE: MOLDMAKING

Mondays, February 28 – April 4 / 6 – 9 pm

Learn to cast multiple sculptures by exploring a simple four step mold-making process. Molds can be used to cast many di�erent kinds of media – from plaster to bronze – and are ideal for making handmade decorations or gifts. A $20 supply fee is due to the instructor the first day of class for mold-making supplies. Chavant clay may be purchased from the Museum for $20. No other materials are required.Mischell Riley$162 / $144 MUSEUM MEMBERS15 AND UP / ALL LEVELS

ACRYLIC PAINTING: PORTRAITS & THE CLOTHED FIGURE Tuesdays, January 25 – March 1 / 6 - 9 pm

Explore portraiture and the clothed figure by painting clothed models. First, get familiar with facial structure and value by drawing portraits using charcoal. Then, learn the properties of the fast-drying and versatile medium of acrylics. Study form, edge, and value and explore the use of di�erent color palates. Daniel Helzer$162 / $144 MUSEUM MEMBERS15 AND UP / ALL LEVELS

PAINTING II: OILSTuesdays, March 8 – April 12 / 6 – 9 pm

Paint a still life with traditional oils using the ala prima (in one sitting) method and gain a foundational knowledge of setting up subjects, blocking, brushwork, mixing color and the use of mediums. Learn how to use oils without toxic solvents — only walnut oil and rags will be used for cleanup after each lesson. David McCamant$162 / $144 MUSEUM MEMBERS 15 AND UP / EXPERIENCED BEGINNERS - ADVANCED

DRAWING THE FIGUREThursdays, March 10 – April 14 / 9 am – Noon

The focus of this six-week life drawing course is the nude human figure. Begin each class with gesture drawings and then proceed to longer poses which result in detailed renderings of the human form. The instructor will address anatomy, line, shading and composition through demonstrations and critiques. Martha Voyevidka$162 / $144 MUSEUM MEMBERS18 AND UP / ALL LEVELS

CARTOONING

Thursdays, February 10 – March 3 / 6 - 9 pm

A fun and practical hands-on introduction to cartooning techniques. Learn to form and construct a variety of cartoon styles, create expression and action in cartoons, and build a basic cartoon strip. Doodling while the instructor is talking is encouraged. Rex Norman$108 / $96 MUSEUM MEMBERS15 AND UP / BEGINNING - INTERMEDIATE

FOUR HANDS PLAYING: A CLAY EXPERIENCE FOR PARENT & CHILD Saturdays, January 22 – February 12 10:30 – 11:30 am

Enjoy a Saturday morning 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)3 - 6 YEARS OLD with parent

DRAWING: BIRDSSaturdays, January 22 – February 1210 - 11:30 am

Inspired by Explorer, Naturalist, Artist: John James Audubon and The Birds of America, kids will learn how to draw various birds such as an eagle, flamingo, hawk, hummingbird and more while learning the art elements of line, shape, value and color. Kids will experience the joy of drawing and practicing their observational skills. Kelly Brooks$54 / $48 MUSEUM MEMBERSAGES 7 - 10

TODDLER ART ADVENTURE: LIGHTHEARTED COLOR Fridays, March 18 – April 1 / 9:30 – 10:15 am

Inspired by Leo Villareal: Animating Light, you and your child will create playful art projects that use vibrant color and a sense of light. Have fun exploring lighthearted sculpture, painting and mixed media projects. Price includes one parent and one child. Rachel Kaiser$27 / $24 MUSEUM MEMBERS($12 for each additional parent/child)1 - 4 YEARS OLD with parent

BABY PAINTINGSaturday, March 26 / 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. Babies will make a creative keepsake for the family to cherish. Lisa Kornze

$15 / $12 MUSEUM MEMBERS4 MONTHS – 1 YEAR OLD with parent

TEEN KNITTING WORKSHOP Saturday, February 26 / noon – 4 pm

Winter is the perfect time to get cozy indoors and learn the fun craft of knitting. Learn the classic stitches of knit and purl as well as other techniques. Students will come away with several projects including a small purse, fingerless gloves or neck-warmer. These creations are fun to keep and make great gifts! Rachel Kaiser$36 / $32 MUSEUM MEMBERS12 AND UP

CLAY TURDS FOR TODDLERSSaturdays, January 22 – February 129:30 - 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 development opportunity. Price includes one parent and one child. Megan Berner

$27 / $24 MUSEUM MEMBERS($12 for each additional parent/child)1 - 3 YEARS OLD with parent

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THE PHOTOGRAPHIC PORTRAITTuesdays, February 8 – March 15 / 6 – 9 pm

Explore the power and subtlety of the photographic portrait. Learn to capture a subject’s personality through lighting demonstrations and photo shoots at the studio of photographer Je� Ross. Designed for those looking to build their photography portfolio or apply to design schools, three hours of portraiture homework will be assigned each week. Access to a digital slr camera is required. View Ross’s work at je�ross.com. Je� Ross$198 / $180 MUSEUM MEMBERS15 AND UP / ALL LEVELS

REGISTRATIONPre-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 POLICYStudents 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.

SCHOLARSHIPSScholarships 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 ex. 260.

TEACHER IN-SERVICE CREDIT The Museum School o�ers 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 ex. 260 to verify class availability.

CLASS LOCATIONMost 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 o�-site will be made available to students at the time of registration.

SUPPLY LISTSFind supply lists under each class description at nevadaart.org/school.

RECEIVE OUR ART CLASS BULLETIN VIA E-MAILKeep 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.

Register online atnevadaart.org/school or call 775.329.3333 x260

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