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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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Unfolding ACN Artist Reception
UNFOLDING is the work of 23 artists selected for this exhibition. The pieces promote the medium of textiles as an art form by Art Cloth Network members from across the United States and Canada. Members employed a very wide variety of techniques and materials and each piece is unique in its use of color and mark making to convey a message. Works are informed by nature, emotions, personal and world crises, social issues, artists' creative paths and much more. Exhibition…
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Trees by Zoe Bray Artist Reception
TREES by Zoe Bray • This exhibition explores and celebrates some of the many ways, shapes and forms in which trees make Reno home. Zoe Bray is an artist based in Reno from the Basque Country. She trained as a realist and figurative painter at academies in Florence, Italy. Exhibition Dates: April 3-28, 2024 Reception Date: Saturday, April 20th from 12:00pm to 4:00pm Gallery Hours: Tuesday - Friday 10:00am to 4:00pm and Saturday 12:00pm to 4:00pm
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Blood Blooms by Sogand Tabatabaei Reception
Blood Blooms by Sogand Tabatabaei • Sogand is an immigrant Iranian visual artist whose work explores intersections between culture, gender, and politics, offering a glimpse into the complex tapestry of identity. Drawing inspiration from her upbringing in Iran, Sogand's art weaves personal experiences into a broader human experience, creating thought-provoking visual narratives. Sogand's primarily medium is collage, incorporating her drawings and textile designs; her multi-disciplinary approach allows her to fluidly experiment with different materials, textures, and techniques, resulting in a…
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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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