Events

Drop into the Metals Studio for a three-hour session to work on your class projects or individually driven artworks. One of our expert metals artists will be monitoring the studio to offer advice and direction towards completing your artwork. Each three-hour session provides an opportunity to develop and refine your skills in an independently focused...

Drop in and discover AMFA with a docent-led tour through the galleries and a studio art activity with our instructors! Led by trained docents, this program starts with a tour that offers an opportunity for guests with visual impairments to engage with the artwork through rich visual descriptions and in-depth discussions. Participants then create artwork...

Discover the art of traditional bookmaking by learning the fundamentals of stitching and binding to create hand-crafted books. Instruction will cover different binding techniques, as well as how to design and assemble a cover. Gain hands-on experience in each step of the process, from folding paper to finishing a custom book. You will leave with...

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. This experience extends into the galleries, where AMFA docents will elevate your evening with an...

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. Students must be 18+ to attend, as the...

Connect through art in a welcoming environment that nurtures creativity and well-being. Art Together invites older adults who benefit from additional support, along with their loved ones, to explore art through close looking, conversation, and storytelling. The program continues in the studio with a hands-on art-making activity inspired by the artworks discussed in the galleries....

Make a pair of cups that fit snuggly together and brighten up any table space or countertop. In this hands-on workshop, you will learn simple hand building techniques like pinching, coiling, and slab construction to create your set. You will also explore pattern, texture, and surface design in soft clay while making functional, one-of-a-kind ceramic...

Create a unique, colorful artwork through the process of a popular monoprinting technique: gelli plate printmaking. Layer colors, incorporate stencils, and use found objects to print one-of-a-kind images onto paper. This workshop is a fun and immersive experience into the world of printmaking. Art For Two is the perfect one-night class experience for two where...

This one-session workshop offers an excellent introduction to woodturning, perfect for beginners or those looking to try something new. You 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...

Create two functional ball-point pens of your own design from start to finish on a wood lathe. Under the guidance of an experienced woodturning artist, students will learn to safely drill, turn, and finish wooden blanks into smooth handsized pens. Hardware will be provided to assemble the pens. This workshop is perfect for beginners who...

Design a colorful and festive glass snowman that will lighten up any tree or window as an ornament or window pendant. Learn the basics of glass fusing to arrange colorful shapes and patterns in a creative way. Your completed designs will be transformed in the kiln to achieve a smooth and glossy finish. This is...

Explore the art of relief carving and create two unique sets of hand-printed holiday cards to share with friends and family. In this workshop, you will learn simple and accessible printmaking techniques that do not require large or specialized equipment—just tools you can easily use at home. From carving your own design into a printing...

For guests who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, drop in and discover the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts with a docent-led gallery tour accompanied by an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter. This fun, engaging, and memorable tour provides all guests the opportunity to explore the art on view while learning how to appreciate works...

Discover the connection between body, breath, and expressive painting in this immersive workshop led by Little Rock artist and certified yoga instructor, Lo Patt. Lo guides participants through a blend of gentle yoga, mindful movement, and intuitive artmaking. You will explore how physical awareness can deepen creativity to make inspired paintings and visual artworks. No...

Travel to the AMFA Galleries with professional photographer Margo Duvall and artistically explore the art on display with your camera phone. Following Museum guidelines, you 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...

During this time, thoughtful adjustments will be made across the Museum to create a more comfortable experience for guests with sensory sensitivities. Guests can enjoy a gentle reduction in lighting and volume throughout the galleries, as well as a quiet area in the Governor Winthrop Rockefeller Lecture Hall for those needing space to relax and...