Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts

Art Start
2025-05-07 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-05-13 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Chicago)
Art Start is an early reader program that pairs children’s books with art activities, inviting toddlers and preschool students to learn through reading, imaginative play, and art-making.
This free program welcomes parents, grandparents, caregivers, and our youngest patrons to drop in and explore with us – no reservations required!
In this session, we are reading Off We Go to Mexico: An Adventure in the Sun and creating abstract Pointillism-inspired pictures using ink dobbers.

Art Start is supported by the Alice L. Walton Foundation and Walmart Spark Good.

Drop-In Printmaking
2025-05-07 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-05-21 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.

Collecting in the Contemporary Art World: A Conversation with Berry Campbell Gallery, NYC
2025-05-08 18:00 - 19:00
Christine Berry, Co-Founder of Berry Campbell Gallery in New York City, will share her perspective on the contemporary art world and give insight into building a personal collection, including her lists of upcoming artists to be watched and little-known 20th-century artists.

Since its founding in 2013, Berry Campbell has been at the forefront of advocating for historically marginalized artists, particularly women of postwar Abstract Expressionism. Berry will offer an in-depth look at the gallery’s mission, specifically how Berry Campbell addresses gaps in art history.

During this event, AMFA will introduce a recent acquisition, Grand March Opening Theme by Perle Fine, and Berry will give guests a deeper understanding into the painting’s significance.

This exclusive evening is for AMFA Circle Society Members, Corporate Partners, and Collectors Group. Drinks and light bites will be served beginning at 5:30 p.m.

Not in Circle Society? Join today or upgrade your membership for access to this and other exclusive events. If you have questions, call the development team at 501.396.0348.

ABOVE: Perle Fine in Provincetown with Grand March, Opening Theme, 1945. © A.E. Artworks. Photo: Maurice Berezov. Courtesy Berry Campbell, New York.

Creative Saturdays
2025-05-10 10:00 - 13:00
Start your weekend with free art-making fun for all ages and skill levels in AMFA’s Windgate Art School!
Inspired by the revolutionary Cubist works of Picasso, Braque, and Rivera on view in Rivera’s Paris, this Creative Saturdays activity invites you to explore the world of Cubism through paper collage.
Use paper and dry media to experiment with bold shapes, fragmented perspectives, and overlapping planes to mirror the innovative techniques that redefined modern art. By layering and deconstructing forms, create a dynamic composition that captures the essence of this groundbreaking movement.

Creative Saturdays are supported by the Alice L. Walton Foundation.
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 in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2025.
Rivera’s Paris is supported in part by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts Foundation and the Robert Lehman Foundation.
This exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts.

Art Together with ASL Interpretation
2025-05-10 10:30 - 11:30
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 of art.

Art Together with ASL Interpretation is supported in part by Judy C Thompson Rev. Trust.
Photo: Iwan Baan

Gallery Tour
2025-05-10 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-05-24 10:30 - 11:30
Drop in and discover AMFA with a free docent-led tour through the galleries!
With this fun, engaging, and memorable experience, guests of all ages are invited to explore the art on view while learning how to interpret and appreciate works of art in various media.

Photo by Jason Masters.

Making Together: Clay Vases (SOLD OUT)
2025-05-10 13:30 - 16:30
Make a pair of vases inspired by the art on view in Rivera’s Paris during this engaging hands-on workshop!
Participants will explore the artworks of Rivera’s Paris by visiting the AMFA galleries to gather inspiration from the colors, textures, and shapes seen in the exhibition. Guided by expert instruction, participants will learn essential ceramics techniques, including how to shape and form their vase, apply underglazes for vibrant color, and use carving tools to create surface designs.
Once complete, AMFA staff will apply a clear glaze to enhance the details and brighten the colors. After kiln firing, the finished vases will be ready for pickup in three weeks.
No prior experience is necessary—just bring your creativity and get ready to sculpt, carve, and design in clay!

Rivera’s Paris is supported in part by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts Foundation with additional support from the Robert Lehman Foundation.
This exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts.
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.

Cyanotype Printmaking Workshop
2025-05-10 14:00 - 17:00
Join Arkansas artist Margo DuVall for a unique and exciting hands-on workshop in the art of cyanotype, a sun-based photographic technique.
Learn how to create beautiful, one-of-a-kind prints by exposing materials to UV light, resulting in striking shapes, textures, and patterns. Throughout the workshop, students will experiment with different objects and methods to produce several finished prints while gaining a deeper understanding of the cyanotype process, from preparation to exposure.
This workshop offers a creative and accessible way to explore alternative artmaking techniques.

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.
Print by Margo DuVall.

Bid Adieu to Rivera's Paris
2025-05-14 17:00 - 20:00
Celebrate the final days of Rivera’s Paris by taking one more look at the art on view in the Galleries and taking inspiration from our last AMFA Art Salon in the Cultural Living Room.
Relax and unwind over a menu of French-inspired drinks and hors d’oeuvres while you observe a creative conversation between two Windgate Art School instructors specializing in the art of printmaking and ceramics.
AMFA Members enjoy a complimentary drink and receive a commemorative gift.

Rivera’s Paris is partially funded by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts Foundation with additional support from the Robert Lehman Foundation.
This exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts.
Image courtesy of Jason Masters.

Bid Adieu to Rivera's Paris
2025-05-14 17:00 - 20:00
Celebrate the final days of Rivera’s Paris by enjoying one more look at the art on view in the Galleries and taking inspiration from our last AMFA Art Salon in the Cultural Living Room.

Relax and unwind over a menu of French-inspired drinks and hors d’oeuvres while you observe a creative conversation between two Windgate Art School instructors specializing in the art of metals and printmaking.

AMFA Members enjoy a complimentary drink and receive a commemorative gift.

AMFA Art Salon is supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation and the Windgate Foundation.
Rivera’s Paris is supported in part by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts Foundation with additional support from the Robert Lehman Foundation.

This exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts.
Image courtesy of Jason Masters.
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.

Drop-In Figure Drawing
2025-05-14 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-05-28 18:00 - 21:00
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 session may use the undraped model. 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 graphite drawing pencils, charcoals, and a kneaded eraser. Basic drawing 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: Iwan Baan.

Art For Two: Pottery on the Wheel (SOLD OUT)
2025-05-16 18:00 - 21:00
Learn how to throw a pottery on the wheel!
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.
Your creations will be fired and ready for pick up approximately three weeks after the class.

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.

Art for Two: Portrait Drawings
2025-05-16 18:00 - 21:00
Explore AMFA’s Rivera’s Paris exhibition and create a drawn portrait inspired by the portraits on view! Participants will visit Rivera’s Paris exhibition with Windgate Art School faculty and then follow the step-by-step process of drawing a portrait using proportion, line, and value.
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.

Rivera’s Paris is supported in part by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts Foundation with additional support from the Robert Lehman Foundation.
This exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts.
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.

Studio Saturday
2025-05-17 10:00 - 13:00
Stop by AMFA’s Windgate Art School where every studio will be open for you to explore and experience!
Whether you are a skilled artist or a first-time maker, this opportunity welcomes guests of all ages to experience a variety of artistic disciplines through free, hands-on activities and exciting demonstrations.
Instructors will be on hand to answer questions about upcoming art classes and help you pick out the perfect programs for you and your family.

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

Family Fest: Young Arkansas Artists
2025-05-17 10:00 - 13:00
Celebrate the opening of AMFA’s 64th Young Arkansas Artists exhibition with a day of artmaking and family fun!
Take creative inspiration from the art on view to make creations of your own in AMFA’s Windgate Art School. Instructors will be on hand in every studio to answer questions about upcoming classes and camps and help you pick out the best offerings for you and your family.
Studio Activities:

Flex Studio – Exhibition-Inspired Drawing Prompts
Drawing Studio – Portrait Drawing
Metals Studio – Animal Sculptures
Ceramics Wheel Studio – Wheel Throwing and Hand Building Pottery
Ceramics Hand Studio – Wood Veneer Key Chains

Family Fest: Young Arkansas Artists is supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation.
The 64th Young Arkansas Artists exhibition and awards are supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation, Arkansas Children’s Hospital, and Delaware North and the Jacobs Family, with additional support from Mid-Southern Watercolorists and Blick Art Materials.
The Windgate Art School is generously supported in part by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen.
Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2025.
Image courtesy of Jason Masters.

Exhibition Tour: Rivera's Paris
2025-05-17 10:30 - 11:30
Discover Rivera’s Paris through a docent-led exhibition tour!
Take a guided look at several carefully selected works on view and leave with a new understanding and appreciation of Diego Rivera’s life as an artist in the early 20th century.

Rivera’s Paris is supported in part by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts Foundation with additional support from the Robert Lehman Foundation.
This exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts.
Image courtesy of Jason Masters.

Exhibition Tour in Spanish: Rivera's Paris
2025-05-17 10:30 - 11:30
Discover Rivera’s Paris through an exhibition tour led by a Spanish-speaking docent!
Take a guided look at several carefully selected works on view and leave with a new understanding and appreciation of Diego Rivera’s life as an artist in the early 20th century.

Rivera’s Paris is supported in part by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts Foundation with additional support from the Robert Lehman Foundation.
This exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts.
Image courtesy of Jason Masters.

Young Arkansas Artists Awards Ceremony
2025-05-17 11:00 - 12:00
Educators, students, and their families are invited to attend the 64th Young Arkansas Artists Exhibition Awards Ceremony honoring this year’s student artists and art educators.
As the oldest and only statewide art competition for young artists in grades K-12, Young Arkansas Artists is an essential program that emphasizes the importance of art in education and represents a wide range of media and techniques.
During the awards ceremony, Grand Juror Christian Cutler – Director/Curator of the Windgate Museum of Art at Hendrix College – will highlight each student’s work selected for this year’s exhibition and present awards.
Refreshments are included. Reserving your free tickets for this ceremony is highly encouraged!

The 64th Young Arkansas Artists exhibition Awards Ceremony is supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation.
The 64th Young Arkansas Artists exhibition and awards are supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation, Arkansas Children’s Hospital, and Delaware North and the Jacobs Family, with additional support from Mid-Southern Watercolorists and Blick Art Materials.

Open Adult Auditions
2025-05-17 13:00 - 17:00
Adult professional actor auditions are taking place at AMFA for our upcoming 2025-2026 season! AMFA’s Children’s Theatre is casting puppeteers for Flurffy & Friends (year-round, flexible schedule), as well as actors for our upcoming holiday production (October 13 – December 22, 2025) and spring production (January 20 – March 30, 2026).
AMFA is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in our organization, community, and beyond. We are seeking a broad spectrum of artists – adults of all races, genders, backgrounds, and abilities are encouraged to audition.
How to Prepare

Bring a current headshot and resume (stapled together) that contains your contact information.
Prepare 16-32 bars of an upbeat, musical theatre song of any genre.
Prepare a 30-60 second comedic monologue from any time period. Monologue must be memorized.
Live accompaniment will be available. Please bring sheet music in the correct key. A Bluetooth speaker will be available, as well.
Please make sure your audition does not exceed two minutes and 30 seconds.

Callback auditions will take place by invitation only on Monday, May 19, at 5:00 p.m.
Please contact theatre@arkmfa.org if you have any questions.
All cast and crew positions are paid. Housing is not included in the contract and is the actor’s responsibility.

Children’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported in part by the Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation.
Photo: Iwan Baan

Drawing Workshop with Ballet Arkansas
2025-05-17 14:00 - 17:00
Join Ballet Arkansas Company Artist Lauren Yordanich and AMFA’s Windgate Art School Instructor Michael Lierly for an engaging workshop that combines movement and drawing!
These distinguished artists will collaborate to lead students through a guided exploration of motion and drawing. Students will discover techniques that capture the energy and flow on paper.

About Lauren Yordanich
Lauren Yordanich started dancing with Dance Arts of Chelsea in Michigan and later began performing with Ballet Chelsea, under the direction of Wendi DuBois. Lauren furthered her training by attending summer programs at Pacific Northwest Ballet, San Francisco Ballet, Cecchetti Council of America, and Ballet West where she worked with choreographer Quinn Wharton.

Prior to Ballet Arkansas, Lauren danced as a trainee with Grand Rapids Ballet. During which time Lauren worked with choreographers including Val Caniparoli, Penny Saunders, Brian Enos, Attila Mosolygo, and Olivier Wevers.

Since joining Ballet Arkansas in 2019, Lauren has performed works by Yury Yanowsky, Yoshito Sakuraba, Madison Falconer, and fellow company artists, Meredith Loy and Matt Larson-Arziari. A few recent and memorable featured roles performed by Lauren have been Sugarplum Fairy and Dew Drop in Michael Fothergill’s The Nutcracker, Lucy in Dracula, Aurora and Lilac Fairy in Sleeping Beauty and Gerald Arpino’s Reflections.

About Michael Lierly
Michael Lierly is an accomplished artist specializing in oil painting and illustration. He currently teaches figurative drawing at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts and foundational art studio courses at the University of Central Arkansas.

Michael’s extensive teaching experience spans institutions such as the Herron School of Art, the University of Arkansas, Indiana University, and various programs in Southern California, as well as an international teaching stint in Florence, Italy.

He earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration from the School of Visual Arts in New York City and a Master of Fine Arts in Painting from Indiana University in Bloomington.

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 on all classes through 2025.

Art Start
2025-05-21 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-05-27 10:30 - 11:30
Art Start is an early reader program that pairs children’s books with art activities, inviting toddlers and preschool students to learn through reading, imaginative play, and art-making.
This free program welcomes parents, grandparents, caregivers, and our youngest patrons to drop in and explore with us – no reservations required!
In this session, we are reading I Am An Artist and creating pattern-filled artworks that celebrate self-expression using stamps – perfect for kids who love to create, explore, and get a little messy along the way.

Art Start is supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation and Walmart Spark Good.

Fridays on the Lawn
2025-05-23 17:00 - 20:00
Kick off your weekend with sunshine, lawn games, cold drinks, and endless fun for everyone!
Get competitive over games like baggo or bocce ball, sketch your surroundings at a drawing easel, or pick up a refreshing snow cone – both non-alcoholic and boozy are available. You can even order drinks and dinner at Park Grill while enjoying the beautiful outdoor dining views (reservations are recommended)!
As a special surprise for our youngest adventurers, AMFA’s pink puppet dog Flurffy will lead a colorful quest to find his missing fairy friends. Kiddos can create their own personalized binoculars to assist in Flurffy’s search, and enjoy a unique art-making activity when they find the fairy village.
As an end-of-year gift, educators enjoy one complimentary drink – please check-in with Guest Services to collect your drink ticket.
Coolers, outside food or drinks, and large bags are not permitted. Pets, blankets, and lawn chairs are welcome.

Fridays on the Lawn is supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation.
Image courtesy of Jason Masters.

Drop-in Demonstration: Ceramic Handbuilding
2025-05-23 18:00 - 20:00
Learn more about the ceramic techniques taught in AMFA’s Windgate Art School studios and expand your knowledge of working with clay. A knowledgeable ceramic artist will demonstrate various techniques, offer insights into the creative process, and discuss finished works made using handbuilding techniques.
Whether you’re new to ceramics or looking to deepen your understanding, this session provides an engaging opportunity to discuss topics and ask questions in a casual way.
Stop by for a fun and inspiring conversation that will leave you with fresh ideas and techniques to try in your own ceramic practice!

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.

Creative Saturdays
2025-05-24 10:00 - 13:00
Start your weekend with free art-making fun for all ages and skill levels in AMFA’s Windgate Art School!
This Creative Saturdays activity invites you to explore the wild and imaginative world of animal-inspired art in the Young Arkansas Artists exhibition through hands-on collage. Invent your own hybrid species by blending colors, textures, and forms to create a creature that is entirely your own design.

Creative Saturdays are supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation.
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 in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2025.
The 64th Young Arkansas Artists exhibition and awards are supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation, Arkansas Children’s Hospital, and Delaware North and the Jacobs Family, with additional support from Mid-Southern Watercolorists.
Redeemable coupons awarded to the 64th Young Arkansas Artists exhibition honorable mention and best-in-class winners are provided by Blick Art Materials.
