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We will cover setting up your station, wet on wet, wet on dry, dry on dry and dry on wet techniques. We will go over the S-curve and other strokes. We will practice a variety of washes and texturing. Students will create analogous and complimentary color paintings. We will discuss painting presentation. Students will create a final painting using a variety of methods. Elko In-Person Class

List of needed supplies: Beginning Watercolor Materials List.

This will be a 24X18 painting. Learn the painting techniques used by Bob Ross. This is done using wet on wet oil, with various brushes, brush strokes and a palette knife to create a beautiful painting like Bob Ross. Elko In-Person Class

This will be a 16X20 painting. Learn the techniques used by Bob Ross. This is done using wet on wet oil, with various brushes, brush strokes, and a palette knife to create a beautiful painting like Bob Ross. Elko In-Person Class

This is an 18X24 painting. Learn the painting techniques used by Bob Ross. This is done using wet on wet oil, with various brushes, brush strokes, and a palette knife to create a beautiful painting like Bob Ross. Elko In-Person Class

This is a 16X20 painting. Learn the techniques used by Bob Ross. This is done using wet on wet oil, using various brushes, brush strokes, and a palette knife to create a beautiful painting like Bob Ross. Elko In-Person Class

This will be a 24X18 painting. Learn the painting techniques used by Bob Ross. This is done using wet on wet oil, with various brushes, brush strokes, and a palette knife to create a beautiful painting like Bob Ross. Elko In-Person Class

This is an 18X24 painting. Learn the painting techniques of Bob Ross. This is done using wet on wet oil, with various brushes, brush strokes, and a palette knife to create a beautiful painting like Bob Ross. Elko In-Person Class

Bring your little one to the GBC Ceramics studio to press their hands or feet into clay to make up to six keepsake ornaments stamped with your child's name. Instructors will have clay ready and guide you in the process. You can choose the glaze to finish each ornament and pick up once they are fired. All materials and firings are included. Elko In-Person Class
 

Bring your little one to the GBC Ceramics studio to press their hands or feet into clay to make up to six keepsake ornaments stamped with your child's name. Instructors will have clay ready and guide you in the process. You can choose the glaze to finish each ornament and pick up once they are fired. All materials and firings are included. Elko In-Person Class
 

Bring your little one to the GBC Ceramics studio to press their hands or feet into clay to make up to six keepsake ornaments stamped with your child's name. Instructors will have clay ready and guide you in the process. You can choose the glaze to finish each ornament and pick up once they are fired. All materials and firings are included. Elko In-Person Class
 

Bring your little one to the GBC Ceramics studio to press their hands or feet into clay to make up to six keepsake ornaments stamped with your child's name. Instructors will have clay ready and guide you in the process. You can choose the glaze to finish each ornament and pick up once they are fired. All materials and firings are included. Elko In-Person Class
 

This class is designed for beginners with little to no experience with clay. Handbuilding is a pottery-making method that involves creating forms without a pottery wheel, using the hands, fingers, and simple tools. During the first two weeks, techniques such as pinch, coil building, and slab building will be taught. Other surface embellishment techniques will also be explored. The final classes will cover glazing and other methods to add color to your projects. All materials and firings are included. Elko In-Person Class

No class on 4/16 or 4/18.

This introductory class is designed for beginners with little to no experience with clay. The class takes place over three sequential Saturdays. The first Saturday we will learn the basics of wheel throwing, creating bowls and cylinders. The second Saturday we will learn to trim our pieces, create and attach handles to turn our cylinders into mugs, and experiment with different decorative techniques. The third Saturday we will glaze our pieces and learn about cone 10 firing in the kiln. All materials and firings are included. Elko In-Person Class
February Session

This introductory class is designed for beginners with little to no experience with clay. The class takes place over three sequential Saturdays. The first Saturday we will learn the basics of wheel throwing, creating bowls and cylinders. The second Saturday we will learn to trim our pieces, create and attach handles to turn our cylinders into mugs, and experiment with different decorative techniques. The third Saturday we will glaze our pieces and learn about cone 10 firing in the kiln. All materials and firings are included. Elko In-Person Class
March Session

This class is full. Please click the "Add to Waitlist" button below to be placed on a wait list.
Note: Students will be notified by GBC Continuing Education staff if a seat becomes available.

This course is offered in an open-studio format available to participants of all skill levels - beginner to advanced. Students will work at their own pace on their own projects; however, instruction in wheel throwing, hand building, glazing, and other techniques will be provided. The course fee includes all materials, tools, and firings. Get creative, come join our community of people who love working with clay! Elko In-Person Class

Open studio hours:
Mon.-Wed.-Fri. 10am-2pm  •  Tues. 5-8pm  •  Thurs. 3-8pm.
 

To collectively support the processing of grief, there will be open discussions, as well as an introduction to the different modalities of tools to help you with coping and resiliency.

These educational and supportive classes are designed to help you, the griever, process your own unique grief, and/or support someone close to you. This class is a place to foster a supportive community.

Elko In-Person Class

For experienced climbers to be certified or re-certified to use the rock wall. The certification will be by appointment with the rock wall instructor once the student has registered.
Certifications are valid for two years.

This course will teach the basic skills of indoor rock climbing. You will learn how to top rope belay, body position techniques and how to be safe while climbing. We will learn and continuously practice skills throughout the semester. No experience is necessary and all skill levels are welcome. Climbing gear (harness, shoes and belay device) are provided by GBC. Wear stretchy comfortable clothing.

No class on 2/19, 3/25, or 3/28.

Each class begins with a full-body warm-up, followed by a series of strength training exercises executed with dumbbells, kettlebells, and resistance bands. Students will improve muscular strength, muscular endurance, and flexibility. The workout can be modified for any fitness level. This class is offered live in the Fitness Center and via Zoom.

No class on 2/19, 3/25, or 3/27.

Tai Chi is an internal martial art and health exercise which focuses on breathing, physical movement and relaxation. Often called ‘poetry in motion,’ the slow and gentle movements of Tai Chi are excellent for reducing tension and stress and for promoting general health in both body and mind. Tai Chi is non-competitive, self-paced and beginner-friendly. Comfortable clothing and shoes recommended.

No class on 2/19, 3/25, and 3/27.

Join us for yoga! Relieve stress, create calm, improve flexibility, promote circulation, stimulate digestion, release toxins, enhance breathing, boost energy, balance hormones, practice mindfulness - the list of benefits from yoga is somewhat endless! Practicing with a group and under the guidance of an experienced yoga instructor is a great way to maximize these benefits.
This class is appropriate for beginner and intermediate yogis. Classes will be based on participants' interests and needs, and styles will be hatha, vinyasa, restorative and yin, etc. All props provided, although participants may want to bring their own mat (mats are provided as well!).

No class on 3/26.

Students will learn and understand the three main components of Kyokushin, which is a stand-up, full-contact karate: basics (kihon), forms (kata), and sparring (kumite). Physical fitness is a large component of the class, and students will engage in exercises designed to improve strength, endurance, and flexibility. All levels are welcome. Youth Karate is for ages 10 and up.

No class on 3/26 (Spring Break).