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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T041810
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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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T041810
CREATED:20251001T221431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T172915Z
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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:20260406T041810
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T041810
CREATED:20251001T221445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T172652Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251113T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251113T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T041810
CREATED:20251001T221330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T165348Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T041810
CREATED:20251001T221431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T165932Z
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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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T041810
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T041810
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T041810
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T041810
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T041810
CREATED:20251001T221438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T221438Z
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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:20260406T041810
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T041810
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T041810
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251121T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251121T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T041810
CREATED:20251001T221431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T203416Z
UID:10001462-1763748000-1763758800@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Art For Two: Swizzle Sticks (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Create decorative and reuseable glass swizzle sticks to stir your favorite holiday beverages! \nExperience the thrill of glass torchworking by melting\, fusing\, shaping\, and layering glass rods together. Then\, lean into your creativity and sculpt colorful glass ornaments to place on the top of the swizzle sticks. \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. \nSwizzle sticks by Donnell Williams. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-for-two-swizzle-sticks/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Swizzle-Sticks2.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251122T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251122T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T041810
CREATED:20251001T221523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T221523Z
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SUMMARY:Between the Lines: Drawing Workshop with Antonius-Tín Bui
DESCRIPTION:Through imaginative exercises and group installations\, discover how everyday items can speak to identity\, memory\, and belonging. In this hands-on workshop led by artist Antonius-Tín Bui\, work together with other students to create collaborative still life drawings inspired by personal objects and shared narratives. \nThis is a two-day workshop that meets on Saturday\, November 22\, and Sunday\, November 23\, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. \n\nArtist-in-Resident Antonius-Tín Bui is supported in part by the John and Robyn Horn 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. \nARTWORK: Antonius-Tín Bui (New York\, New York\, 1992 – )\, Holding onto these fragments\, all these years (The Protectors) (detail)\, 2021\, hand-cut paper\, marker\, graphite\, and ink\, 100 7/8 x 43 3/8 in.\, Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts Foundation Collection: Purchase. Photography by Edward C. Robison III.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/workshop-with-antonius-tin-bui-morning/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251122T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T041810
CREATED:20251001T221438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T221438Z
UID:10001486-1763805600-1763820000@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Wood Ornament Design Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Make solid wood holiday ornaments while learning simple slot joint construction techniques\, the basic properties of wood\, and woodshop safety. \nUse the band saw\, scroll saw\, jig saw\, sanders\, hand tools\, and power tools. Choose from multiple templates or create your own unique designs with instructor assistance. \nNo prior experience is necessary\, and all materials are provided! \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.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/wood-ornament-design-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School,Holiday
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/loucks_wood_ornament-4x3-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251122T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251122T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T041810
CREATED:20251001T221523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T221523Z
UID:10001608-1763820000-1763830800@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Between the Lines: Drawing Workshop with Antonius-Tín Bui
DESCRIPTION:Through imaginative exercises and group installations\, discover how everyday items can speak to identity\, memory\, and belonging. In this hands-on workshop led by artist Antonius-Tín Bui\, work together with other students to create collaborative still life drawings inspired by personal objects and shared narratives. \nThis is a two-day workshop that meets on Saturday\, November 22\, and Sunday\, November 23\, from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. \n\nArtist-in-Resident Antonius-Tín Bui is supported in part by the John and Robyn Horn 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. \nARTWORK: Antonius-Tín Bui (New York\, New York\, 1992 – )\, The limits of my language are the limits of my world (detail)\, 2021\, hand-cut paper\, ink\, pencil\, paint\, 77 x 50 in.\, Courtesy of the artist and Monique Meloche Gallery\, Chicago.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/workshop-with-antonius-tin-bui-evening/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Detail-4-limits-of-my-language-bui.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251126T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251126T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T041810
CREATED:20251001T221531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T182029Z
UID:10001614-1764176400-1764187200@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-26/
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:20251203T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T041810
CREATED:20251001T221531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T181955Z
UID:10001615-1764781200-1764792000@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-dec-3/
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:20251203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T041810
CREATED:20251001T221445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T164943Z
UID:10001507-1764784800-1764795600@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-dec-3/
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:20251205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T041810
CREATED:20251001T221431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251123T213404Z
UID:10001464-1764957600-1764968400@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Art For Two: Hammered Copper Bracelets (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Create a hammered copper bracelet with a personalized message or design! Learn how to hammer\, bend\, and stamp designs onto a piece of heavy copper wire. \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. \nBracelets by Myriam Saavedra. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-for-two-hammered-copper-bracelets-dec-5/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/ART-FOR-TWO-BRACELETS-4x3-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T041810
CREATED:20251001T221438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251123T213338Z
UID:10001477-1765015200-1765029600@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:"Uncommon Threads" Inspired Jewelry Workshop (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Make an inspired pendant and earrings with polymer clayand learn how to create designs and patterns inspired by the art on view in AMFA’s exhibition\, Uncommon Threads in Contemporary Art. \nThis workshop includes an hour lunch break while your work is fired in a kiln. \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. \nEarrings by Danya Golden. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/uncommon-threads-inspired-jewelry-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Uncommon-Threads-Earrings-Danya-Golden-4x3-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T041810
CREATED:20251001T221438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T221438Z
UID:10001475-1765015200-1765026000@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Glass Snowman Workshop (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Design colorful and festive glass snowmen that will lighten up any tree or window! \nLearn the basics of glass fusing to arrange shapes and patterns in a creative way. Your completed designs will be transformed in the kiln to achieve a smooth and glossy finish. \nThis is an excellent workshop for those interested in experiencing the basics of glass fusing. \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 Lola Warren.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/glass-snowman-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School,Holiday
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/glass-snowman-cropped.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T041810
CREATED:20251001T221438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T221438Z
UID:10001482-1765029600-1765040400@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Phone Photography Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Travel to the AMFA galleries with professional photographer Margo Duvall and artistically explore the art on display with your camera phone. \nFollowing museum guidelines\, participants will take photographs while learning about composition\, color balance\, and how to use the viewfinder. Bring your camera phone and experience the art on display through the lens of a camera! \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.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/phone-photography-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Bid-Adieu-4x3-Option-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T041810
CREATED:20251001T221531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T181937Z
UID:10001616-1765386000-1765396800@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-dec-10/
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:20251210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T041810
CREATED:20251123T214314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251123T214314Z
UID:10004065-1765389600-1765396800@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Educator Appreciation Night
DESCRIPTION:Wrap up the semester in style with a night of free drinks\, entertainment\, and camaraderie! It’s time to treat yourself to a fun night out with other educators. \nStart the evening with a short presentation about AMFA’s upcoming programs in the Terri and Chuck Erwin Collections Research Center at 6:00 p.m.\, then head upstairs to the Cultural Living Room for a complimentary drink and live music at Bright Nights. Check in with AMFA staff as soon as you arrive to enter to win raffle prizes! \n\nBright Nights is supported in part by Elizabeth and Van Tilbury/East Harding Construction and Virgil L. Miller Jr. \nIn-kind support provided by Moon Distributors Inc. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/educator-appreciation-night/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Special Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Educator-Appreciation-Night-4x3-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T041810
CREATED:20251001T221445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T190147Z
UID:10001501-1765389600-1765400400@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-dec-10/
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:20251211T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251211T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T041810
CREATED:20251001T221438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T221438Z
UID:10001488-1765476000-1765486800@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Woodturned Bottlestopper Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This one-session workshop offers an excellent introduction to woodturning – perfect for beginners or those looking to try something new. \nYou will learn fundamental woodturning techniques\, including proper tool handling\, methods for shaping wood\, and essential lathe safety practices. After a brief demonstration\, students will practice these techniques hands-on before creating two unique wine bottle stoppers to take home. \nWith step-by-step guidance from an expert woodturner\, participants will gain confidence in using the lathe and exploring their creativity. \nNo prior experience is necessary\, and all materials are provided! \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. \nBottle stoppers by Kim Fifer.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/woodturned-bottlestopper-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Wood-Turning-Bottle-Stopper-Workshop-Credit-Kim-Fifer-4x3-1.jpg
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