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April 2024
Sierra Arts Literary Community Meeting • Sunday, April 7th
Community of Writers, Poets, Illustrators, Readers, and Literary Enthusiasts. Sierra Arts Literary Community (SALC) is a group dedicated to local writers, aspiring writers, poets, illustrators, readers, and literary enthusiasts. Sierra Arts Foundation has created a dedicated space in the Depot Gallery for literary artists and literary groups within the region to meet, perform readings, offer writing workshops, and sell their published books. The SALC meeting is Sunday, April 7th from 2:00pm to 3:30pm at the Depot Gallery & Bookstore in downtown…
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Creating a Compelling Artist Bio & Statement
Professional Development Virtual Workshop for Artists Creating a Compelling Artist Bio & Artist Statement Are you interested in applying for an artist grant, exhibition, or opportunity, but you are stumped when it comes to writing the Artist Bio and Artist Statement? Have you wondered “What’s the difference between a bio and statement?” ... this professional development workshop is for you! During this training session, we will explore the two integral documents that can be the game-changer between winning an award…
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Sierra Arts Literary Community Meeting • Sunday, May 5th
Community of Writers, Poets, Illustrators, Readers, and Literary Enthusiasts. Sierra Arts Literary Community (SALC) is a group dedicated to local writers, aspiring writers, poets, illustrators, readers, and literary enthusiasts. Sierra Arts Foundation has created a dedicated space in the Depot Gallery for literary artists and literary groups within the region to meet, perform readings, offer writing workshops, and sell their published books. The SALC meeting is Sunday, May 5th from 2:00pm to 3:30pm at the Sierra Arts Riverside Gallery in…
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Journey through Nevada’s Past, Present, and Your Imagination
Carson City Mark Twain Days Writing Workshop Journey through Nevada's Past, Present, and Your Imagination Whether it was travel in Mark Twain’s time of steamboats and locomotives or today’s jet flights and hiking Sierra trails, journeys inspire change and change begins stories. In this 3-hour hands-on writing workshop, author Suzanne Morgan Williams will lead participants as they plot and begin a story inspired by their travels, photo prompts, or imaginary wanderings. The workshop will include exercises to create believable, layered…
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Intro to Printmaking & Stationery Design
Carson City Mark Twain Days Art Making Workshop Introduction to Relief Printmaking & Writing Stationery Design Join us durning Mark Twain Days as we travel back in time when letter writing was the primary form of communication. In this introductory printmaking workshop, participants with design and create a logo or monogram for their own personal stationery through the art of relief printmaking. All the equipment and supplies are provided. Workshop hosted by Sierra Art • $10 registration fee • Registration…
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Family Friendly Printmaking Activities
Carson City Mark Twain Days Art Making Workshop Family Friendly Printmaking Activities Join us durning Mark Twain Days as we explore the art of printmaking. Through these kid friendly printmaking activities, the participants will learn how to design and create a unique piece of art. All the equipment and supplies are provided. Workshop hosted by Sierra Art • $10 registration fee • Registration through Carson City CLICK ON LINK TO REGISTER FOR WORKSHOP
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Mother’s Day Card Making & Poetry Activity
Carson City Mark Twain Days Art Making Workshop Mother's Day Card Making & Poetry Activity Join us on Mom's special as we celebrate her with a handmade Mother's Day card and poem. In addition to designing and creating a one-of-a-kind Mother's Day card, participants will write a Haiku poem crafted specificity for mom! All the equipment and supplies are provided. Classes hosted by Sierra Art • $5 registration fee • Registration through Carson City 10am Class • CLICK HERE TO…
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Book Signing • Luck o’ the Draw by Karen Wilkes
Book Signing & Reading by Karen Wilkes Luck O' The Draw • Irish Gunfighters in the West Join us on Tuesday, May 28th for a reading and signing of the recently published book, Luck O’ The Draw; Irish Gunfighters in the West by Nevada author Karen Wilkes. The book profiles the lives of three noted gunfighters who all intersect in Pioche, Nevada in the year 1870. Luck O' The Draw is a rollicking tale of Irish gunfighters who roamed the…
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Frame Your Artwork Like a Professional
Professional Development Virtual Workshop for Artists Frame Your Artwork Like a Professional Framing does more than just enhance the appearance of your artwork. Proper framing also protects the art from being damaged by the elements. Professional frame makers use many tricks to keep your art looking great. In this 90 minute workshop, we will discuss Tips on how to mat and frame your artwork like a professional. How to select the right mat board that will complement your art pieces.…
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Reno Dance Festival 2024 • Saturday, June 1st
We are back with our Third Annual all day event celebrating dance! Saturday June 1st, 2024 Glow Plaza • 640 W 4th Street 10:45am - 11:00pm 10:45am-11:45am Jazz with Tyrell Rolle From Miami To Broadway join Tyrell Rolle for a 1 hour Jazz Workshop 12pm-1pm Classical Ballet with Patti Casey A traditional multi-level ballet class consisting of barre, center and across-the-floor exercises, with an emphasis on proper technique and most of all, FUN! 1:15pm - 2:15pm Hip Hop with Brandon…
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