Shopping Local in Reno This Holiday? Give Nevada Art Made Here

Key Takeaways

• Craig Mitchell's block prints are hand-carved and hand-pulled in his Reno studio, so buying one keeps your holiday spending local.
• Nevada prints start at $350 and come framed and ready to hang, or unframed.
• Delivery is free anywhere in Reno and Sparks, and studio pickup is free too.
• A Nevada landscape is a strong gift for locals, newcomers and family who have moved away.
• Editions are small and reprints aren't guaranteed, so popular pieces can sell out before the holidays.

Quick answer: Looking for a handmade holiday gift in Reno? Original art made here is hard to beat. Craig Mitchell's limited-edition block prints of Nevada are carved and printed by hand in his Reno studio. They start at $350, come framed or unframed, and they're delivered free in Reno and Sparks.

Most holiday shopping comes down to one question: what can you give that they'll still be enjoying next year?

For the people on your list who love Nevada — whether they've lived here for decades, just moved to town or left and miss it — original art of the place they know is a good answer. Luckily, you don't have to go far to find it. Nevada landscape artist Craig Mitchell carves and prints his Nevada landscapes by hand in his Reno studio. Each one is a limited-edition original, framed and ready to hang, with free delivery anywhere in Reno and Sparks. Here's what makes them a great local gift, who they suit best and how to get one in time for the holidays.

Why an Original Nevada Block Print Makes a Meaningful Local Gift

It's made here, start to finish. Craig carves each linoleum block himself, then prints every color separately, layer by layer, on a press in his Reno studio. Nothing is outsourced or printed digitally — and he's very particular about the frames. When you buy one of Craig's block print, your money goes straight to a Reno artist, not a distributor.

It's about Nevada, not a generic landscape. Craig's prints come from nearly 40 years of painting and sketching on location across the state. That includes Great Basin bristlecones, Humboldt County in autumn, wild horses, various points around Lake Tahoe and the old road into Reno. Someone who knows these places will recognize them.

It's a gift that stays. Most holiday gifts are used up or put away by spring. A framed print goes on the wall and stays there for years. Each one is produced in a limited edition, and reprints are never guaranteed.

New to the medium? What is a block print? explains how they're made.

Who on Your List Will Love a Nevada Print

The lifelong Nevadan. For someone who grew up here, the high desert isn't scenery, it's home. Choose a place they'll recognize right away, like the aspen grove in Arborglyphs or Toiyabe Dome, a central Nevada range most visitors never see.

Family who moved away. Nevada is hard to leave behind. For a sibling in another state or a grown child who moved for work, a Nevada landscape is a piece of home they can hang on the wall. Prints ship anywhere in the U.S.

The newcomer. Reno and Sparks have welcomed a lot of new neighbors. A first piece of Nevada art is a warm way to say welcome. It also helps them get to know the places they'll come to love. Check out Desert Bloom, the high desert in full color, or Thunderclouds, with storms rolling over open country.

The person who has everything. Original art is one of the few gifts that can't be duplicated. Each impression is pulled by hand, so no two are exactly alike.

Clients and colleagues. For Reno businesses, a Nevada print makes a lasting thank-you for a key client or a long-time employee. Contact the studio to ask about multiple prints.

If Lake Tahoe is closer to their heart, browse the Lake Tahoe collection. For more help choosing, see how to give original art as a gift.

Small Business Saturday and Holiday Ordering

Small Business Saturday falls on November 28 this year, the Saturday after Thanksgiving. It's a good day to start your holiday list with a Reno-made gift, and the full collection is available to order online.

If you live in Reno or Sparks, there's no shipping to wait on. Delivery is free to any address in Reno and Sparks, Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and you'll get a text on delivery day. You can also choose free pickup at Craig's Reno studio at checkout.

Orders are processed within one to two business days and ship anywhere in the U.S. with tracking. Every print comes with 30-day returns, so gift recipients have time to make sure it's right for their home. Editions are small, so the earlier you order, the more choice you'll have.

Browse the Nevada collection or the full Block Print Gallery.

About the Artist

Craig Mitchell is a Reno artist who has spent nearly four decades painting and drawing the landscapes of Nevada and the Sierra Nevada. He built his practice through years of plein air painting on location, then added hand-carved block printing to his studio work in 2020. Every print is carved into linoleum and printed layer by layer on a traditional press in limited editions. Craig's work is held in collections including the Nevada Museum of Art, and he has been recognized by the Oil Painters of America.

Give Something Made in Reno

If someone on your list loves Nevada, there's probably a print here that fits them. Browse the collection, and if you're stuck between two, reach out. Craig's happy to help you choose.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are good handmade holiday gifts from Reno?

Original art made by local artists is one of the most lasting options. Craig Mitchell's limited-edition block prints of Nevada are carved and printed by hand in his Reno studio and come framed and ready to hang.

Where can I buy art from a local Reno artist?

Craig Mitchell's full collection of Nevada and Lake Tahoe block prints is available at craigmitchellart.com, with free delivery and free studio pickup in Reno and Sparks.

How much do Craig Mitchell's Nevada prints cost?

Nevada prints start at $350 unframed. Prices vary by size and framing, and framed prints arrive ready to hang.

Is delivery free in Reno and Sparks?

Yes. Delivery is free to any address in Reno and Sparks, Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free pickup at Craig's Reno studio is also available at checkout.

Can I send a Nevada print to family in another state?

Yes. Craig's prints ship anywhere in the U.S. with tracking. Just note that they don't ship internationally or to P.O. boxes.

What if the recipient wants a different print?

Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery for items in original condition.