Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts

Wednesday Spins
2025-07-23 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
Elevate your midweek mood at Wednesday Spins! Experience a night of art, music, drinks, and socializing over beautiful views of the Museum.
Kick back with craft cocktails, enjoy music mixed by DJ Afrosia, pop into the galleries to explore the art on view, and strike a pose in the photo booth with your friends.
AMFA is the place to be every Wednesday night all summer long!
Photo by Roger Ho.

Drop-in Printmaking
2025-07-23 18:00 - 21:00
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.
An instructor will moderate the session and be available for critiques and questions upon request.
Students 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.

The Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen.
Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2025.
Photo by Rachel Cobler.

Art for Two: Beetle Brooches (SOLD OUT)
2025-07-25 18:00 - 21:00
Create a vibrant and colorful beetle inspired glass brooch using the technique of flame-working glass over a torch flame. This hands-on workshop is an excellent opportunity to develop your glass sculpting skills while creating a stunning, one-of-a-kind piece that captures the beauty of nature.
Under the expert guidance of a skilled glass artist, you will learn the process of sculpting a brooch and work with a variety of colorful glass rods, using the torch to melt and manipulate the material.
Art 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.

The Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen.
Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2025.
Image courtesy of Jason Masters.

Raku and Glaze Workshop (SOLD OUT)
2025-07-26 10:00 - 14:00
Learn all about the basics of Raku firing during this one-day workshop in AMFA’s Windgate Art School.
Two pieces of pottery will be provided for students to decorate, glaze, and fire. Experienced students can bring two hand-sized wheel thrown or handbuilt bisqueware to glaze and fire. The instructor will demonstrate proper safety, glazing techniques, and preparing materials.

The Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen.
Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2025.
Pottery by Kelly Edwards.
