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SUMMARY:Art For Two: Pottery on the Wheel (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to throw pottery on a wheel! \nArt For Two is the perfect one-night class experience for two where you each take home a finished piece. Class materials\, a charcuterie board\, and refreshments are included\, no skills required – just come ready to create\, unwind\, and add some artistic spark to your evening. \nYour creations will be fired and ready for pick up approximately four weeks after the class. \n\nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2025. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-for-two-pottery-on-the-wheel-sold-out-oct-17/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T135347
CREATED:20251001T221431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T204103Z
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SUMMARY:Art For Two: Still Life Paintings
DESCRIPTION:Experience the art of acrylic painting and learn how to create a colorful still life! An expert intsructor will lead you step-by-step to explore the interplay of color and texture as you develop skills and bring your artistic vision to life on canvas. \nArt For Two is the perfect one-night class experience for two where you each take home a finished piece. Class materials\, a charcuterie board\, and refreshments are included\, no skills required – just come ready to create\, unwind\, and add some artistic spark to your evening. \n\nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2025. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-for-two-still-life-paintings/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T135347
CREATED:20251001T221516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T140749Z
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SUMMARY:Family Fest: Architects of Being
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the creative intersection of fashion and sculpture at this free\, family-friendly event inspired by AMFA’s groundbreaking new exhibition\, Architects of Being. \nDrop in and discover art-making activities where you can build shadow-box sculptures\, design wearable art\, and sketch original fashion concepts. Take a moment to explore the exhibition and move to the beat of a live DJ – this is where your personal identity and creative expression are welcome to shine. \n\nFamily Fest: Architects of Being is supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \nArchitects of Being: Louise Nevelson and Esphyr Slobodkina is supported in part by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts Foundation\, National Endowment for the Arts\, Alan Dubois Fund for Contemporary Craft\, Ellsworth Kelly Foundation\, Anita Davis\, and the Jewish Federation of Arkansas. \nThe catalog for Architects of Being: Louise Nevelson and Esphyr Slobodkina is supported in part by the Wyeth Foundation for American Art. \n \nThis exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/family-fest-architects-of-being/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Youth & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T135347
CREATED:20251001T221445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T172505Z
UID:10001505-1761156000-1761166800@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Drop-in Printmaking
DESCRIPTION:Experiment with printmaking during this three-hour drop-in experience at AMFA’s Windgate Art School. Open to beginner and experienced artists alike\, it’s a great way to learn a new art form or work independently on your own projects. \nAn instructor will moderate the session and be available for critiques and questions upon request. \nStudents are encouraged to bring their own materials or purchase materials from the AMFA Museum Store. Recommended materials are a carving block\, five-piece cutters and stamp carving tool\, and high-quality paper. Basic printmaking materials will also be available. \n\nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2025. \nPhoto by Rachel Cobler. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/drop-in-printmaking-oct-22/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T135347
CREATED:20251001T221330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T175030Z
UID:10001313-1761247800-1761253200@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Concert Series: Camille Thurman with Darrell Green Quartet
DESCRIPTION:As a composer\, multi-instrumentalist\, vocalist\, and unique interpreter of the jazz tradition\, Camille Thurman is quickly becoming one of the standard bearers for the form\, making a considerable and dynamic contribution to the legacy of jazz while paying tribute to its heroes. \nFluid and powerful on the tenor saxophone and highly inventive as a vocalist\, she also plays bass clarinet\, flute\, and piccolo. Her rich sax sound has been compared to Joe Henderson and Dexter Gordon\, while her vocal approach—including an impressive scatting ability—has been classified alongside those of Ella Fitzgerald and Betty Carter. \nThurman made history becoming the first woman in 30 years to tour\, record\, and perform full-time internationally with the world-renowned Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra (2018-2020 season). When she is not touring with the JALCO\, Thurman is on the road with the Darrell Green Quartet\, with whom she has played at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. \n\nThe 2025-2026 Concert Series is supported in part by John H. Dean DDS and Mary Ann Coleman\, Mimi San Pedro\, Olivia Farrell\, and Susan Conley. \nPhoto by Daryon Haylock. \n\n\n\n\nWEBSITE\n\n\n\nINSTAGRAM\n\n\n\nYOUTUBE\n\n\n\nFACEBOOK\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/concert-series-camille-thurman-with-darrell-green-quartet/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Concerts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T135347
CREATED:20251001T221509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T180610Z
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SUMMARY:Cocktail Reception with Shane Connolly
DESCRIPTION:Welcome world-renowned floral designer Shane Connolly to Little Rock with a cocktail reception hosted in partnership with the Little Rock Garden Club. \n\n\n\nEach guest will receive a signed copy of Connolly’s newest book A Year in Flowers. Within the pages\, Connolly showcases his appreciation of nature’s botanicals through the seasons. \n\n\n\nAs a special treat\, preview a series of artful arrangements created by local floral designers and enthusiasts. Each arrangement responds to the Museum’s architecture and uses local materials\, celebrating Connolly’s commitment to style and sustainability. \n\n\n\nThis programming is provided in partnership with P. Allen Smith’s Moss Mountain Farm and the Little Rock Garden Club. \n\n\n\nHungry for more? Make a dinner reservation at AMFA’s Park Grill\, where every dish features seasonal flavors and local produce. \n\n\n\nAbout Shane Connolly\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nConnolly is a renowned floral designer and ambassador for sustainable floristry. His clients range from public institutions like the Victoria & Albert Museum\, the Royal Academy of Arts\, and the National Portrait Gallery in London\, to a veritable “who’s who” in British society. \n\n\n\nHe is perhaps best known for his public work for The Royal Family. His most recent commission was The Coronation of Their Majesties The King and Queen at Westminster Abbey in 2023. He also designed the flowers for their marriage at Windsor Castle in 2005 and for the wedding of The Prince and Princess of Wales in 2011. \n\n\n\nHe has been awarded the Royal Warrants of Appointment to both His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen in 2024 and a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for services to sustainable floristry in 2025. He has written five books and teaches his approach to flower design all over the world\, with its roots and ethos firmly in sustainability. \n\n\n\nCocktail Reception with Shane Connolly is supported in part by Barbara Rogers Hoover\, Belinda Shults\, and Hadidi Rug Gallery. This programming is provided in partnership with P. Allen Smith’s Moss Mountain Farm and the Little Rock Garden Club. \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/cocktail-reception-with-shane-connolly/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T135347
CREATED:20251001T221431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T203652Z
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SUMMARY:Art For Two: Candle Votives with Natural Impressions
DESCRIPTION:Create a set of floral themed ceramic candle votives! Learn to decorate the clay from an expert ceramic artist by pressing soft clay into a textured mold that has patterns of leaves\, stems\, and greenery. \nArt For Two is the perfect one-night class experience for two where you each take home a finished piece. Class materials\, a charcuterie board\, and refreshments are included\, no skills required – just come ready to create\, unwind\, and add some artistic spark to your evening. \nYour creations will be fired and ready for pick up approximately four weeks after the class. \n\nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2025. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-for-two-candle-votives-with-natural-impressions/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Ceramics-Aesthetic-couple-4x3-1.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T135347
CREATED:20251001T221431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T174804Z
UID:10001472-1761386400-1761397200@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Experimental Drawing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Explore drawing in new and imaginative ways with renowned artist Clark Valentine. Learn to build a strong foundation in drawing fundamentals\, such as line\, shape\, value\, and composition\, while experimenting with a wide range of materials and techniques. \nThrough mixed media approaches including ink\, charcoal\, collage\, and unconventional tools\, push the boundaries of traditional drawing. This workshop is perfect to develop your skills\, spark creativity\, and dive deep into expressive and meditative mark-making. \n\nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2025. \nArtwork by Clark Valentine. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/experimental-drawing-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Beginner-Intermediate-Drawing-Workshop-Clark-Valentine-4x3-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T135347
CREATED:20251001T221509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T202142Z
UID:10001563-1761388200-1761393600@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:From the Woods and Gardens of Arkansas: A Conversation and Demonstration with Shane Connolly
DESCRIPTION:Famed floral designer Shane Connolly has designed events in countries across the world\, and always with the same aim: to leave the smallest footprint behind and be led by what is local and available. Learn more about his unique approach to sustainable floristry during this exciting on-stage conversation and live floral design demonstration. \n\n\n\nUsing seasonal flowers and foliage from local woods and gardens\, Connolly will bring his inimitable flair to an arrangement inspired by the natural beauty of Arkansas – showcasing his deep respect for nature\, season\, and setting. \n\n\n\nStart your day at AMFA with a complimentary breakfast in the Atrium before the event\, then make a lunch reservation at Park Grill to enjoy a meal full of seasonal flavors and local produce. \n\n\n\nThis programming is provided in partnership with P. Allen Smith’s Moss Mountain Farm and the Little Rock Garden Club. \n\n\n\nAbout Shane Connolly\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nConnolly is a renowned floral designer and ambassador for sustainable floristry. His clients range from public institutions like the Victoria & Albert Museum\, the Royal Academy of Arts\, and the National Portrait Gallery in London\, to a veritable “who’s who” in British society. \n\n\n\nHe is perhaps best known for his public work for The Royal Family. His most recent commission was The Coronation of Their Majesties The King and Queen at Westminster Abbey in 2023. He also designed the flowers for their marriage at Windsor Castle in 2005 and for the wedding of The Prince and Princess of Wales in 2011. \n\n\n\nHe has been awarded the Royal Warrants of Appointment to both His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen in 2024 and a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for services to sustainable floristry in 2025. He has written five books and teaches his approach to flower design all over the world\, with its roots and ethos firmly in sustainability. \n\n\n\nFrom the Woods and Gardens of Arkansas: A Conversation and Demonstration is supported in part by Barbara Rogers Hoover\, Belinda Shults\, and Hadidi Rug Gallery. This programming is provided in partnership with P. Allen Smith’s Moss Mountain Farm and the Little Rock Garden Club. \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/from-the-woods-and-gardens-of-arkansas-a-conversation-and-demonstration-with-shane-connolly/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Talks & Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T135347
CREATED:20251001T221509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T173806Z
UID:10001566-1761400800-1761411600@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Seasonal Floral Design Masterclass with Shane Connolly (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Join royal floral designer Shane Connolly as he demonstrates his sustainable approach to floral design\, offering inspiration and guidance to help you create your own seasonal arrangements with confidence. \n\n\n\nThis programming is provided in partnership with P. Allen Smith’s Moss Mountain Farm and the Little Rock Garden Club. \n\n\n\nAbout Shane Connolly\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nConnolly is a renowned floral designer and ambassador for sustainable floristry. His clients range from public institutions like the Victoria & Albert Museum\, the Royal Academy of Arts\, and the National Portrait Gallery in London\, to a veritable “who’s who” in British society. \n\n\n\nHe is perhaps best known for his public work for The Royal Family. His most recent commission was The Coronation of Their Majesties The King and Queen at Westminster Abbey in 2023. He also designed the flowers for their marriage at Windsor Castle in 2005 and for the wedding of The Prince and Princess of Wales in 2011. \n\n\n\nHe has been awarded the Royal Warrants of Appointment to both His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen in 2024 and a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for services to sustainable floristry in 2025. He has written five books and teaches his approach to flower design all over the world\, with its roots and ethos firmly in sustainability. \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/seasonal-floral-design-masterclass-with-shane-connolly/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School,Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T135347
CREATED:20251001T221516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T140734Z
UID:10001585-1761760800-1761764400@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Constructing Identity: Architects of Being Art Talk
DESCRIPTION:Discover the creative worlds of Louise Nevelson and Esphyr Slobodkina with Dr. Catherine Walworth\, the Jackye and Curtis Finch\, Jr. Curator of Drawings at AMFA\, as she explores how these groundbreaking artists challenged conventions of art\, design\, and identity. \nSet against the backdrop of AMFA’s exhibition Architects of Being\, this talk delves into themes of artistic bravery\, material innovation\, and the powerful ways Nevelson and Slobodkina navigated the New York art world at midcentury. \nAfter the lecture\, enjoy dinner at AMFA’s Park Grill. Call 501.396.0390 or email parkgrill@arkmfa.org for reservations. \nAbout Dr. Catherine Walworth\nCatherine Walworth is a modern art specialist whose curatorial work fuses political history\, fashion\, dance\, and early film. Since joining the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts in 2022\, she has organized exhibitions such as Path to Abstraction: Picasso\, Braque\, and Cubism’s Impact on Modern Art and Kwame Brathwaite: The 1970s\, while stewarding acquisitions for the AMFA Foundation Collection. Her upcoming national touring exhibition Architects of Being: Louise Nevelson and Esphyr Slobodkina (2025–2026) will be accompanied by a catalog featuring original scholarship. \nBefore AMFA\, Walworth curated major modern and contemporary shows at Columbia Museum of Art\, including Jackson Pollock: Mural and The Ironic Curtain: Art from the Soviet Underground. Her earlier work supported landmark traveling exhibitions at institutions such as Carnegie Museum of Art and the Cleveland Museum of Art. \nShe holds a PhD in art history from The Ohio State University\, and her book Soviet Salvage was short-listed for the Modernist Studies Association’s First Book Prize. Her recent writing explores fashion and visual culture in classic film\, including a 2024 chapter on MGM’s Ninotchka. \n\nConstructing Identity: Architects of Being Art Talk is supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \nArchitects of Being: Louise Nevelson and Esphyr Slobodkina is supported in part by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts Foundation\, National Endowment for the Arts\, Alan Dubois Fund for Contemporary Craft\, Ellsworth Kelly Foundation\, Anita Davis\, and the Jewish Federation of Arkansas. \nThe catalog for Architects of Being: Louise Nevelson and Esphyr Slobodkina is supported in part by the Wyeth Foundation for American Art. \n \nThis exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/constructing-identity-architects-of-being-art-talk/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Talks & Lectures
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Catherine-Walworth-4x3-1.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T135347
CREATED:20251001T221445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T190219Z
UID:10001499-1761760800-1761771600@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Drop-in Figure Drawing
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in a three-hour drawing session set in an untutored environment at the Windgate Art School. This dynamic experience will feature a variety of timed poses with draped and undraped models\, providing an excellent opportunity for first-time students and experienced artists alike to hone their skills. \nStudents must be 18+ to attend\, as the session may use the undraped model. An instructor will moderate the session and be available for critiques and questions upon request. \nStudents are encouraged to bring their own materials or purchase materials from the AMFA Museum Store. Recommended materials are graphite drawing pencils\, charcoals\, and a kneaded eraser. Basic drawing materials will also be available. \n\nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2025. \nPhoto: Iwan Baan. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/drop-in-figure-drawing-oct-29/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Drop-In-Figure-Drawing-4x3-1.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251031T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251031T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T135347
CREATED:20251001T221523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T175449Z
UID:10001598-1761930000-1761940800@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Fridays on the Lawn with Big Dam Horns
DESCRIPTION:The fun of Fridays on the Lawn continues this fall with live music! Bring a blanket to relax and enjoy a fun night of tunes\, drinks\, and food with your friends and family on AMFA’s Event Lawn. \nLet the music inspire you to be creative at a drawing easel and express yourself with the help of an instructor\, or take a walk through the Museum grounds to explore our outdoor sculptures. Relax and stay awhile as you start your weekend at AMFA! \nThis week’s special guest performer is Big Dam Horns\, a Little Rock-based\, 12-piece powerhouse band known for their electrifying performances and an irresistible blend of funk\, soul\, rock\, and R&B. \nPlease note that coolers and outside food or beverages are not permitted. \n\nFridays on the Lawn is supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \nPhoto courtesy of the artist. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/fridays-on-the-lawn-with-big-dam-horns/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Concerts,Youth & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251031T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251031T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T135347
CREATED:20251001T221431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T203626Z
UID:10001461-1761933600-1761944400@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Art For Two: Halloween Brooches
DESCRIPTION:Create a vibrant and colorful Halloween-inspired glass brooch using a torch flame! \nUnder the expert guidance of a skilled glass artist\, you will learn the process of sculpting a brooch using the torch to melt and manipulate colorful glass rods. \nArt For Two is the perfect one-night class experience for two where you each take home a finished piece. Class materials\, a charcuterie board\, and refreshments are included\, no skills required – just come ready to create\, unwind\, and add some artistic spark to your evening. \n\nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2025. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-for-two-halloween-brooches/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/art-for-two-glass-torchwork-4x3-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T140000
DTSTAMP:20260412T135347
CREATED:20251001T221431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T165716Z
UID:10001468-1761991200-1762005600@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Nevelson-Inspired Sculpture Workshop (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Create a unique\, free-standing clay sculpture inspired by the work of Louise Nevelson on view in AMFA’s Architects of Being exhibition. Students will visit the AMFA galleries to explore artworks\, gathering ideas for incorporating shapes and form into a sculptural design. \nUsing a special black clay for this project\, ceramic artist India Childress will lead you through manipulating the clay with slabs to achieve an exciting and complete artwork. This workshop offers a unique opportunity to draw inspiration from a rich collection while learning about and developing your ceramic techniques. \n\nArchitects of Being: Louise Nevelson and Esphyr Slobodkina is supported in part by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts Foundation\, National Endowment for the Arts\, Alan DuBois Fund for Contemporary Craft\, Ellsworth Kelly Foundation\, Anita Davis\, and The Jewish Federation of Arkansas. \nThe catalogue for Architects of Being: Louise Nevelson and Esphyr Slobodkina is supported in part by the Wyeth Foundation for American Art. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nThis exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. \nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2025. \nARTWORK: Louise Nevelson (Kyiv\, Ukraine (formerly Russian Empire)\, 1899 – 1988\, New York\, New York)\, Tide Garden IV\, 1964\, painted and assembled wood construction\, 91 x 140 x 10 in.\, Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts Foundation Collection: Gift of Sidney Singer\, Sr.\, Stephens Inc.\, Gerald Cramer\, Martin Oppenheimer\, Edward Rosenthal\, and John Rosenthal. 1983.030. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/nevelson-inspired-sculpture-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T135347
CREATED:20251001T221523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T173001Z
UID:10001611-1762362000-1762372800@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Bright Nights
DESCRIPTION:Spend the holiday season at AMFA enjoying a night of live jazz and festive vibes. Immerse yourself in the glowing ambiance of the Cultural Living Room\, where the melodies meld perfectly with a glass of bubbly champagne and gourmet snacks. \nThis experience extends into the galleries\, where AMFA docents will elevate your evening with an illuminating conversation about the art on view. Wrap up the night (and maybe a few gifts) with a shopping trip to the Museum Store. \nDrinks and music start at 5:00 p.m. in the Cultural Living Room. Gallery engagements start at 6:30 p.m. in the Galleries. \n\nDocents are supported in part by Fleur S. Bresler and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/bright-nights-nov-5/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Holiday
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Bright-Nights-2024-People.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T135347
CREATED:20251001T221531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T221531Z
UID:10001618-1762362000-1762372800@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Windgate Art School Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Step into an inspiring evening at AMFA’s Windgate Art School for a celebration of creativity\, community\, and conversation. Join faculty\, students\, and guests for a lively night filled with artwork\, engaging dialogue\, and artistic camaraderie. An impressive collection of pieces crafted by our talented faculty and students will be on display throughout the evening. \nWhether you are an art enthusiast or a curious visitor\, you are welcome to explore the studios\, experience the creative energy of the Windgate Art School\, and connect with the artists who bring it to life. \n\nWindgate Art School Showcase is supported in part by the Windgate Foundation. \nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported in part by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2025. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/windgate-art-school-showcase/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/WAS-Showcase-4x3-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T135347
CREATED:20251001T221431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T172915Z
UID:10001473-1762603200-1762617600@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Figure Drawing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Explore masterful figurative artworks in the AMFA galleries and draw your own figurative work of art. An expert artist will lead you through the AMFA galleries to view select artworks in person\, and then return to the studio in AMFA’s Windgate Art School to instruct techniques of figurative drawing in this hands-on workshop. \nWorking with a live model\, learn how to capture form\, light\, shadow\, and texture. This is a perfect one-day workshop for all skill levels and interests to develop figurative drawing skills! \nMust be 18+ to attend\, as this workshop may use an undraped model. \n\nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2025. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/figure-drawing-workshop-nov-8/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Adult-Drawing-Workshop-small.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T135347
CREATED:20251001T221523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T182256Z
UID:10001612-1762966800-1762977600@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Bright Nights
DESCRIPTION:Spend the holiday season at AMFA enjoying a night of live jazz and festive vibes. Immerse yourself in the glowing ambiance of the Cultural Living Room\, where the melodies meld perfectly with a glass of bubbly champagne and gourmet snacks. \nThis experience extends into the galleries\, where AMFA docents will elevate your evening with an illuminating conversation about the art on view. Wrap up the night (and maybe a few gifts) with a shopping trip to the Museum Store. \nDrinks and music start at 5:00 p.m. in the Cultural Living Room. Gallery engagements start at 6:30 p.m. in the Galleries. \n\nBright Nights is supported in part by Elizabeth and Van Tilbury/East Harding Construction and Virgil L. Miller Jr. \nDocents are supported in part by Fleur S. Bresler and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/bright-nights-nov-12/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Holiday
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Bright-Nights-2024-People.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T135347
CREATED:20251001T221445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T172652Z
UID:10001506-1762970400-1762981200@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Drop-in Printmaking
DESCRIPTION:Experiment with printmaking during this three-hour drop-in experience at AMFA’s Windgate Art School. Open to beginner and experienced artists alike\, it’s a great way to learn a new art form or work independently on your own projects. \nAn instructor will moderate the session and be available for critiques and questions upon request. \nStudents are encouraged to bring their own materials or purchase materials from the AMFA Museum Store. Recommended materials are a carving block\, five-piece cutters and stamp carving tool\, and high-quality paper. Basic printmaking materials will also be available. \n\nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2025. \nPhoto by Rachel Cobler. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/drop-in-printmaking-nov-12/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Drop-In-Printmaking-4x3-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251113T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251113T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T135347
CREATED:20251001T221330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T165348Z
UID:10001314-1763062200-1763067600@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Concert Series: James McMurtry (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:According to Americana all-star Jason Isbell\, “James McMurtry is one of my very few favorite songwriters on Earth and these days he’s working at the top of his game.” \nSinger-songwriter McMurtry’s albums Just Us Kids (2008) and Childish Things (2005) back the claim\, each scoring endless critical praise. The former earned McMurtry his highest Billboard 200 chart position in two decades (since eclipsed by 2015’s Complicated Game) and notched Americana Music Award nominations. Childish Things spent six full weeks topping the Americana Music Radio chart in 2005 and 2006\, and won the Americana Music Association’s Album of the Year\, with We Can’t Make It Here named the organization’s Song of the Year. \nHis latest album The Horses and the Hounds (2021) was recorded with legendary producer Ross Hogarth (John Fogerty\, Van Halen\, Keb’ Mo’) at Jackson Browne’s Groovemaster’s in Santa Monica\, California – a world class studio that has housed such legends as Bob Dylan (2012’s Tempest) and David Crosby (2016’s Lighthouse) as well as Browne himself for I’m Alive (1993) and New Found Glory\, Coming Home (2006). \nOther accolades include a 1996 Grammy award nomination for Long Form Music Video for Where’d You Hide the Body and an American Indie Award for Best Americana Album for It Had to Happen (1997).  \nWhenever he is not on the road\, you can catch him performing at the Continental Club in Austin. \n\nThe 2025-2026 Concert Series is supported in part by John H. Dean DDS and Mary Ann Coleman\, Mimi San Pedro\, Olivia Farrell\, and Susan Conley. \nPhoto by Mary Keating-Bruton. \n\n\n\n\nWEBSITE\n\n\n\nINSTAGRAM\n\n\n\nFACEBOOK\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/concert-series-james-mcmurtry-with-special-guest-bettysoo/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Concerts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T135347
CREATED:20251001T221431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T165932Z
UID:10001457-1763143200-1763154000@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Art For Two: Small Dishes with Natural Impressions (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Create a set of floral themed ceramic candle votives! Learn to decorate the clay from an expert ceramic artist by pressing soft clay into a textured mold that has patterns of leaves\, stems\, and greenery. \nArt For Two is the perfect one-night class experience for two where you each take home a finished piece. Class materials\, a charcuterie board\, and refreshments are included\, no skills required – just come ready to create\, unwind\, and add some artistic spark to your evening. \nYour creations will be fired and ready for pick up approximately four weeks after the class. \n\nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2025. \nPottery by Kelly Edwards. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-for-two-small-dishes-with-natural-impressions/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Small-Dishes-with-Natural-Impressions-Kelly-Edwards-4x3-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T135347
CREATED:20251001T221431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251213T004349Z
UID:10001458-1763143200-1763154000@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Art For Two: Pottery on the Wheel
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to throw pottery on a wheel! \nArt For Two is the perfect one-night class experience for two where you each take home a finished piece. Class materials\, a charcuterie board\, and refreshments are included\, no skills required – just come ready to create\, unwind\, and add some artistic spark to your evening. \nYour creations will be fired and ready for pick up approximately four weeks after the class. \n\nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nThe Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2026.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-for-two-pottery-on-the-wheel-nov-14/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Art-for-Two-Pottery-on-the-Wheel.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T135347
CREATED:20251001T221431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T172411Z
UID:10001469-1763200800-1763211600@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Tool Making for Clay Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Create and design a customized wooden tool to use for forming and shaping your clay artwork. Use basic woodworking techniques to carve\, cut\, and sand a hard wood into a personalized\, long-lasting tool for your studio. \n\nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2025. \nTools by Kim Arcega. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/tool-making-for-clay-workshop-nov-15/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T135347
CREATED:20251001T221438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T165634Z
UID:10001474-1763200800-1763211600@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Glass Holiday Tree Workshop (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Create beautiful glass holiday trees to decorate your home or give away as gifts! \nLearn all about the fundamentals of glass fusing – such as glass cutting\, snipping\, and layering – to make geometric shapes and form each design. \n\nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2025. \nGlasswork by Andy Sandage. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/glass-holiday-tree-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School,Holiday
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Glass-Holiday-Trees-Andy-Sandage-4x3-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T135347
CREATED:20251001T221438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T221438Z
UID:10001478-1763200800-1763211600@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Slobokina-Inspired Abstract Painting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Explore the groundbreaking artwork featured in AMFA’s exhibition Architects of Being and immerse yourself in the world of Esphyr Slobodkina during this exciting workshop. \nLearn about Slobodkina’s abstract paintings and investigate how to organize a painting through composition. Using acrylic paint on canvas\, students will experiment with composition\, focusing on line\, shape\, and color to create a dynamic painting. \nWhether you are new to abstract painting or looking to deepen your understanding\, this workshop provides a hands-on opportunity to express your own artistic vision while looking at masterful works of art by Esphyr Slobodkina. \n\n\n\nArchitects of Being: Louise Nevelson and Esphyr Slobodkina is supported in part by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts Foundation\, National Endowment for the Arts\, Alan DuBois Fund for Contemporary Craft\, Ellsworth Kelly Foundation\, Anita Davis\, and The Jewish Federation of Arkansas. \nThe catalogue for Architects of Being: Louise Nevelson and Esphyr Slobodkina is supported in part by the Wyeth Foundation for American Art. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. \nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2025. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/slobokina-inspired-abstract-painting-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/abstract-painting-workshop-aesthetic-4x3-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T135347
CREATED:20251001T221438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T221438Z
UID:10001481-1763488800-1763499600@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Image Transfer Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Arkansas artist Margo DuVall for a unique and exciting hands-on workshop in the art of image transfer. Learn how to transfer an image onto wood or paper. \nThroughout the class\, students will experiment with different objects and methods to produce several finished pieces while gaining a deeper understanding of the image transfer process\, from preparation to exposure. \nThis class offers a creative and accessible way to explore alternative artmaking techniques. \n\nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2025. \nArtwork by Margo DuVall.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/image-transfer-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Beginner-Intermediate-Image-Transfer-Margo-Duvall-4x3-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T135347
CREATED:20251001T221523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T182127Z
UID:10001613-1763571600-1763582400@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Bright Nights
DESCRIPTION:Spend the holiday season at AMFA enjoying a night of live jazz and festive vibes. Immerse yourself in the glowing ambiance of the Cultural Living Room\, where the melodies meld perfectly with a glass of bubbly champagne and gourmet snacks. \nThis experience extends into the galleries\, where AMFA docents will elevate your evening with an illuminating conversation about the art on view. Wrap up the night (and maybe a few gifts) with a shopping trip to the Museum Store. \nDrinks and music start at 5:00 p.m. in the Cultural Living Room. Gallery engagements start at 6:30 p.m. in the Galleries. \n\nBright Nights is supported in part by Elizabeth and Van Tilbury/East Harding Construction and Virgil L. Miller Jr. \nDocents are supported in part by Fleur S. Bresler and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/bright-nights-nov-19/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Holiday
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Bright-Nights-2024-People.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T135347
CREATED:20251001T221445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T190201Z
UID:10001500-1763575200-1763586000@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Drop-in Figure Drawing
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in a three-hour drawing session set in an untutored environment at the Windgate Art School. This dynamic experience will feature a variety of timed poses with draped and undraped models\, providing an excellent opportunity for first-time students and experienced artists alike to hone their skills. \nStudents must be 18+ to attend\, as the session may use the undraped model. An instructor will moderate the session and be available for critiques and questions upon request. \nStudents are encouraged to bring their own materials or purchase materials from the AMFA Museum Store. Recommended materials are graphite drawing pencils\, charcoals\, and a kneaded eraser. Basic drawing materials will also be available. \n\nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2025. \nPhoto: Iwan Baan. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/drop-in-figure-drawing-nov-19/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Drop-In-Figure-Drawing-4x3-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T135347
CREATED:20251001T221516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T221516Z
UID:10001586-1763661600-1763665200@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Holding Sacred: Artist Talk with Antonius-Tín Bui
DESCRIPTION:Explore the intricate\, hand-cut portraiture of Antonius-Tín Bui\, whose practice holds sacred the rituals of making\, memory\, and identity. \nDrawing from their Vietnamese heritage\, queer experience\, and community storytelling\, Bui transforms paper into intimate monuments that honor the complexity of diaspora and the fluidity of self. \nAbout Antonius-Tín Bui\nAntonius-Tín Bui is a polydisciplinary artist and shapeshifter invested in the transformative potential of improvisation\, portraiture\, craft\, and ritual. A monsoon in a past life\, they see themself most in movement—in wind\, in the shifting blues of the sky\, in the quiet sway between presence and disappearance. \nThe child of Paul and Van Bui\, two Vietnamese refugees who carved futures from grief and grit\, Antonius-Tín carries their legacy in every gesture. Their work honors the spectral\, the tender\, and the unruly—crafting portals for what cannot be named\, only felt\, only danced with ancestral shadow. \n\nHolding Sacred: Artist Talk with Antonius-Tín Bui is supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \nArtist-in-Resident Antonius-Tín Bui is supported in part by the John and Robyn Horn Foundation. \nPhoto by Caroline Xia.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/holding-sacred-artist-talk-with-antonius-tin-bui/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Talks & Lectures
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Bui_Antonius-Tin_headshot_by_Caroline-Xia-4x3-1.jpg
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