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Start with the Arts
18 months - 3 years w. adult


Mommy (or Daddy)
& Me
3-5 years, with adult



Art Adventures
6-9 years in Reno & Sparks

Clay, Clay, Clay!
8-14 years

Kids Acting
8-12 years, younger kids
welcome if able
to read.

Fundamentals
of Drawing
8-12 years in Reno and in Sparks at Alf Sorensen.

Art
Camp - Visual
Art

Art
Camp -
Creative
Movement

Art
Camp - Theatre
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ART
CLASSES FOR CHILDREN
START WITH THE ARTS
with Tammy Franchini
It's never too soon to begin!
Give your child a creative and developmental jump-start, as together you
explore age appropriate activities in visual art, singing and
creative movement. Sign
up for one session or more - projects will be different each session.
Registration
Form
| Summer Session 1
(5 classes): 6/1-7/6 (no class 6/29) |
Location: Lake
Mansion, Reno |
| Day:
Mondays |
Ages:
18mos - 3y with adult |
| Time: 9am-10am
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Cost: $50,
$10 additional child |
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| Summer Session 2
(5 classes): 7/13-8/10 |
Location: Lake
Mansion, Reno |
| Day:
Mondays |
Ages:
18mos - 3y with adult |
| Time: 9am-10am
AVAILABLE |
Cost: $50,
$10 additional child |
| Registration
Form
Gift Certificates
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MOMMY
(or DADDY) AND ME
ART CLASS
with Tammy Franchini
Explore
a different medium each week as together you nurture a love for
art and strengthen your child's creative process. Sign
up for one session or more - projects will be different each session. Registration
Form
| Summer
Session 1 (5 classes):
6/1-7/6 (no class 6/29) |
Location: Lake
Mansion, Reno |
| Day: Mondays |
Ages: 3-5
with adult |
| Time:
10.30am - 11.30am |
Cost: $50,$10 additional child |
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| Summer
Session 2 (5 classes):
7/13-8/10 |
Location: Lake
Mansion, Reno |
| Day: Mondays |
Ages: 3-5
with adult |
| Time:
10.30am - 11.30am
AVAILABLE |
Cost: $50,$10 additional child |
| Registration
Form
Gift Certificates
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"MIX
IT UP" ART
ADVENTURES
with Tammy Franchini
Nurture
your child’s unique artistic ability as they explore various art
techniques and media each week. Possibilities include watercolor,
clay, collage, mixed media and more. Sign
up for one session or more - projects will be different each session. Registration
Form
CLAY,
CLAY, CLAY!
with Jacy Robinson
Explore hand building and glazing techniques while creating
several one-of-a-kind pieces of artwork. Sign up for one or both
sessions. Registration
Form
KIDS ACTING WORKSHOPS
with Stephanie Richardson
Learn to act while creating dialogue and skits through
traditional improvisational methods. Gain self-confidence and poise while having fun
in a creative and nurturing environment. Registration
Form
FUNDAMENTALS
OF DRAWING
with Tammy Franchini
Learn
to draw or refine your existing skills while developing techniques to
practice on your own. Registration
Form
MIXED
MEDIA
with Tammy Franchini
Many current artists work with combining different
media. Explore different combinations of media in this class that will
interest and challenge children 8-12 years.
GLASS FUSION
with Cindy Hoonhout
Learn to cut and fuse glass into
beautiful finished items. Participants will create two 4" tiles that
can be used as coasters or sun catchers.
ART
CAMPS
Register early to avoid disappointment, as camps are
very popular and often sell out.
ART CAMPS
Creative Movement with Robin Robinson
Theater with Stephanie
Richardson
Visual arts with
Tammy Franchini, Traye
Lovejoy, Susan Sullivan, and others
Join us for fun creative camps! Your child will be nurtured and inspired to create,
imagine, and act. Each day campers will experience visual arts,
creative movement and drama. All activities
are
age appropriate and the projects will allow each child to express
their individual creativity. Projects and activities will change each week - sign up for one or more.
Registration
Form
Please bring to camp:
* a snack (please, no snacks containing nuts); and
* an old t-shirt/apron (to protect clothes while painting)
| SUMMER
ART CAMPS |
| 4
DAY SUMMER CAMPS IN RENO |
| Days:
Tue, Wed, Thu & Fri |
Location: Lake
Mansion, Reno |
| Cost
for 4 days: $67 |
Ages:
6-9 |
| Drop
In/ one day only: $20 |
Please call at
least one day in advance if your child would like to drop in for a
session! |
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| Reno
Camp 1: 6/9-6/12 |
AM
Camp: 9am-12noon |
| Reno
Camp 2: 6/16-6/19 |
AM
Camp: 9am-12noon |
PM
Camp: 1-4pm |
| Reno
Camp 3: 6/23-6/26 |
AM
Camp: 9am-12noon |
PM
Camp: 1-4pm |
| Reno
Camp: 7/7-7/10 |
AM
Camp: 9am-12noon AVAILABLE |
PM
Camp: 1-4pm AVAILABLE |
| Reno
Camp 5: 7/14-7/17 |
AM
Camp: 9am-12noon AVAILABLE |
PM
Camp: 1-4pm AVAILABLE |
| Reno
Camp 6: 7/21-7/24 |
AM
Camp: 9am-12noon AVAILABLE |
PM
Camp: 1-4pm AVAILABLE |
| Reno
Camp 7: 7/28-7/31 |
AM
Camp: 9am-12noon AVAILABLE |
PM
Camp: 1-4pm AVAILABLE |
| Reno
Camp 8: 8/4-8/7 |
AM
Camp: 9am-12noon AVAILABLE |
PM
Camp: 1-4pm AVAILABLE |
| Reno
Camp 9: 8/11-8/14 |
AM
Camp: 9am-12noon AVAILABLE |
PM
Camp: 1-4pm AVAILABLE |
| Reno
Camp 10: 8/18-8/21 |
AM
Camp: 9am-12noon AVAILABLE |
PM
Camp: 1-4pm AVAILABLE |
| Registration
Form
Gift Certificates
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| 3
DAY SUMMER CAMPS IN SPARKS |
| Days:
Tue, Wed & Thu |
Location: Alf
Sorensen, Sparks |
| Cost
for 3 days: $50 |
Ages:
6-9 |
| Drop
In/ one day only: $20 |
Please call at least one
day in advance if your child would like to drop in for a session! |
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| Sparks
Camp 1: 6/23-6/25 |
AM
Camp: 9am-12noon |
| Sparks
Camp 2: 7/7-7/9 |
AM
Camp: 9am-12noon AVAILABLE |
| Sparks
Camp 3: 7/21-23 |
AM
Camp: 9am-12noon AVAILABLE |
| Sparks
Camp 4: 8/4-8/6 |
AM
Camp: 9am-12noon AVAILABLE |
| Registration
Form
Gift Certificates
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Hat Design and Making
Lilli Moffit

Drawing Fundamentals
Valerie Parks

Intermediate Drawing
Valerie Parks

Pastels
Valerie Parks

Watercolor
Valerie Parks

Oil
Painting
Erik Holland

Ceramics
Jacy Robinson

Raku
Fired Ceramics
Jacy Robinson

Burden Basket Workshop
Mary Lee Fulkerson
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ART
WORKSHOPS FOR
ADULTS
WE
WELCOME TEENS 15 AND UP IN ALL ADULT CLASSES
HAT
DESIGN AND MAKING (3 classes)
with Lilli Moffit
In this course students are introduced to millinery material, steam blocking
and hand sewing techniques that will enable them to create custom hat.
Students will have access to variety of hat blocks and will learn how
to free form drape the hat on a head block using steam. The course
emphasizes learning the traditional methods for finishing the hats
professionally. Individual
style is encouraged! Registration
Form
| Join our
mailing
list to receive email updates about future classes. |
DRAWING FUNDAMENTALS
Learn basic drawing techniques through a series of studio sessions with
clear goals. Gesture, contour line, value and shading will be some of the
essential elements we will cover using pencil and charcoal. Great for all
levels, whether you are a complete beginner or seeking to refresh and
develop your existing skills. Registration
Form
| Summer
Day Session with Valerie Parks |
Location: Lake
Mansion, Reno |
| Dates:
7/6-8/10 |
Ages:
Adult - Teens 15 and up welcome |
| Schedule:
Mondays, 12.30-2.00pm AVAILABLE |
Cost: $65
for
6 x
1.5hr classes,
includes all supplies |
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| Summer
Evening Session with
Suellen Cupp |
Location: Lake
Mansion, Reno |
| Dates:
7/22-8/12 |
Ages:
Adult - Teens 15 and up welcome |
| Schedule:
Wednesdays, 5-8pm AVAILABLE |
Cost: $80
for
4 x 3hr classes,
includes all supplies |
| Registration
Form
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INTERMEDIATE
DRAWING
(6 classes)
with Valerie Parks
This
class is for students with basic drawing skills who would like to take
things to the next level – or – for those who have taken
Fundamentals of Drawing and would like to continue building drawing skills.
| Join our
mailing
list to receive email updates about future classes. |
PASTELS (4 classes)
with Suellen Cupp
Learn basic pastel techniques and develop a personal vocabulary of skills.
In the first two classes we will build techniques, and then in the final two
classes you will develop a personal series of self-proposed drawings in soft
pastels. Registration
Form
WATERCOLOR BASICS AND
BEYOND
with Valerie Parks
Explore
various watercolor techniques while creating your own works of
art. This class is great for beginners and those with previous experience
who want to brush up on their skills. Registration
Form
OIL
PAINTING (8 classes)
with Erik Holland
Join local artist Erik Holland
to
capture the winter and emerging spring colors and light. Painting will be done both outside
(weather permitting) and in the studio from photographs.
Great for beginners or the more
experienced.
Registration
Form
HAND BUILT CERAMICS
with Jacy Robinson
Explore
hand building and glazing techniques while
creating several one-of-a-kind pieces of artwork. From sculptural to
functional, beginners to the more experienced, everyone will enjoy getting
their hands dirty in this fun class. Sign up for one or both sessions. Registration
Form
RAKU FIRED CERAMICS
(2 classes)
with Jacy Robinson
Learn the Raku firing process while creating hand built pieces.
Raku is a type of uniquely patterned ceramics where glazed ceramic
pieces are removed from the kiln while glowing hot and quickly placed in a
sealed amongst combustible materials. As the materials burn, the piece traps
the carbon that has been formed, creating the spectacular look that is
unique to Raku. The results are
absolutely beautiful. This
class will be split between two Saturdays.
Day 1 = Creation! Jacy will guide you as you build your clay piece,
from pots and vases to sculpture.
Day 2 = Glaze and Fire. Glaze your piece and participate in the
firing process.
Registration
Form
BURDEN BASKET WORKSHOP
(1 class)
with Mary Lee Fulkerson
Learn
how to make a contemporary Burden Basket, using the twining technique, in
this special one-day workshop for beginning and intermediate basket makers.
One
of the earliest baskets produced in the Great Basin and elsewhere, this
basket was once indispensable to a culture. Today, its beautiful sculptural
form evokes thoughts of long ago, of other traditions, and of rich
symbolism: walking freely and joyfully on the earth, and bearing one’s
burdens with grace and dignity.
Students
will learn a double-twine start and how to shape this special basket,
choosing from a wide variety of materials.
Registration
Form
FEEL
AT HOME
with Carol Gilman, Interior Designer and Artist.
Explore creative ways to make your home feel great. Using the design elements as our steppingstone, we will discuss how you can start to create a harmonious interior environment. Bring your inspirational photos to class.
DISCOVERING YOUR CREATIVE SIDE
with Carol
Gilman,
Interior Designer and Artist, and
Guy Farmer, Personal and Professional Development Coach.
Discover your wonderful creativity and learn how to think
outside the box in all areas of your life. Through creating artwork
and guided discussion you will open your mind to all the amazing
possibilities available to you.
GLASS FUSION (1 class)
with Cindy Hoonhout
Learn to cut and fuse glass into
beautiful finished items. Participants will create two 4" tiles that
can be used as coasters or sun catchers.
GLASS FUSION JEWELRY (2 classes)
with Cindy Hoonhout
Love
a little “wearable sparkle”? Create your own original necklaces with
fused glass!
After-School
Programs at Van Gorder, Huffaker and Jesse Hall
VSAN is offering
after-school programs at the above schools.
To reserve a place, we need a signed registration
form and payment.
All upcoming classes currently have space
available unless noted.
VSAN is handling all
registrations and enquiries - call 826-6100.
Van
Gorder
Kids
Acting Workshops at Van Gorder:
Learn the techniques of improvisational acting while gaining self
confidence and poise. |
| Session
1: July 20 - August 24, 2009 |
Location: Van
Gorder Quad |
| Session
2: September 14 - October 19, 2009 |
Ages:
8-12 |
| Session
3: November 2 - December 7, 2009 |
Cost: $45
for 6 classes |
| Session
4: March 1 - April 5, 2010 |
Schedule:
Mondays 3.30-4.30pm |
| Session
5: April 19 - May 24, 2010 |
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| Registration
Form
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"Mix
it Up" Art Adventures at Van Gorder:
Explore a different medium each week including watercolor,
collage, mixed media and more! Sign up for one or many sessions,
projects will be different each session. |
| Session
1: July 22 - August 26, 2009 |
Location: Van
Gorder Quad |
| Session
2: September 16 - October 21, 2009 |
Day:
Wednesdays |
Session
3: November 4 - December 16, 2009
*no class 11/11/09 |
Ages:
6-8, 3.30-4.30pm |
| Session
4: January 20 - February 24, 2010 |
Ages:
9-13, 4.30-5.30pm |
| Session
5: March 3 - April 7, 2010 |
Cost: $45
for 6 classes, includes all supplies |
| Session
6: April 21 - May 26, 2010 |
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| Registration
Form
Gift Certificates
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Huffaker
Adventures
in Art at Huffaker:
Explore a different medium each week including watercolor, clay,
collage, mixed media and more! Sign up for one or many sessions,
projects will be different each session.
Fee includes all supplies. |
| Schedule:
Mondays 3.35-4.50pm |
Who:
Children who attend
Huffaker School |
| Location: Huffaker
Quad |
Ages:
7-11 |
| Session
1: August 10 - September 21, 2009 (no
class 9/7) Cost: $60
for 6 classes |
| Session
2: October 19 - December 7, 2009
Cost: $75 for 8 classes |
| Session
3: January 25 - March 22, 2010 (no
class 2/15)
Cost: $75 for 8 classes |
| Session
4: April 26 - June 7, 2010 (no class 5-31)
Cost: $60 for 6 classes |
| Registration
Form
Gift Certificates
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Jesse
Hall
Adventures
in Art at Jesse Hall:
Explore a different medium each week including watercolor, clay,
collage, mixed media and more! Sign up for one or many sessions,
projects will be different each session.
Fee includes all supplies. |
| AGES
6-8: Tuesdays, 3.30-4.30pm |
Location: Jesse
Hall Kindergarten Classroom |
| Session
1: August 11 - September 15, 2009
Cost: $45 for 6 classes |
| Session
2: September 22 - October 27,
2009 Cost: $45
for 6 classes |
| Session
3: January 19 - March 9,
2010
Cost: $60 for 8 classes |
| Session
4: April 27 - June 15,
2010
Cost: $60 for 8 classes |
| Registration
Form
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| AGES
8-13: Tuesdays, 4.30-5.30pm |
Location: Jesse
Hall Kindergarten Classroom |
| Session
1: August 11 - September 15, 2009
Cost: $45 for 6 classes |
| Session
2: January 19 - March 9,
2010
Cost: $60 for 8 classes |
| Registration
Form
Gift Certificates
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Fundamentals
of Drawing at Jesse Hall:
Learn the basics of perspective, contour and shading while
learning to draw.
Fee includes all supplies. |
| AGES
8-13: Tuesdays, 4.30-5.30pm |
Location: Jesse
Hall Kindergarten Classroom |
| Session
1: September 22 - October 27, 2009
Cost: $45 for 6 classes |
| Session
2: April 27 - June 15,
2010
Cost: $60 for 8 classes |
| Registration
Form
Gift Certificates
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Kids
Acting Workshops at Jesse Hall:
Learn the techniques of improvisational acting while gaining self
confidence and poise. |
| AGES
8-13: Thursdays, 3.30-4.30pm |
Location: Jesse
Hall Kindergarten Classroom |
| Session
1: August 13 - September 17,
2009
Cost: $45 for 6 classes |
| Session
2: September 24 - October 29,
2009
Cost: $45 for 6 classes |
| Session
3: January 21 - March 11,
2010
Cost: $60 for 8 classes |
| Session
4: April 29 - June 17,
2010
Cost: $60 for 8 classes |
| Registration
Form
Gift Certificates
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CLASSES FOR ADULTS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
Free Class, $5 monthly fee for supplies
RENO: VSA arts of
Nevada is offering weekly art classes for adults 18 and older
with developmental disabilities. The program is FREE, however from this
fall, we need to charge a minimal supplies fee of $5 per month per
participant. The Tuesday program will be on-going
at the Lake Mansion located on 250 Court Street at Arlington. Please call 826-6100 to reserve your
space for this free workshop program.
SPARKS:
LEISURE
WITHOUT LIMITS ARTS AND CRAFT CLASS
The City of Sparks Parks & Recreation Department and VSA arts of Nevada
have teamed up to provide an ongoing Arts & Crafts class for any adult with
a developmental delay. The classes are held on Thursdays at Larry D
Johnson Community Center. The
program is FREE, however from this fall, we need to charge a minimal
supplies fee of $5 per month per participant. Class size is limited. To register or for
more information, please call VSAN 826-6100. Return to top
REGISTRATION
AND PAYMENT
Classes are limited in size and
are offered on a 'first come first served" basis. We accept payment
by Cash, Check (to VSA arts of
NV), and Credit Card (Visa, Mastercard & Discover). Payment is due
before class starts. Pre-registered participants needing to withdraw from a
class may have their payment refunded, less a $5 administrative cost, until
five business days before the first session of class No refunds
thereafter.
Scholarships are available. Download, print and send in scholarship
application with registration form. You will be contacted regarding the status of your scholarship.
GIFT CERTIFICATES
Give the gift of
creativity!
Gift certificates are available for all VSA arts of Nevada
classes.
Certificates can be purchased by credit card, check or cash in any
amount.
Call 826-6100 x3 or email info@vsanevada.org
Click here
for list of available classes your recipient may enjoy.
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