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SUMMARY:Art for Two: Heart Pendants (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Create a vibrant and colorful Valentine-inspired glass heart pendant using the technique of flame-working glass over a torch flame. \nUnder the expert guidance of a skilled glass artist\, you will learn the process of glass sculpting and work with a variety of colorful glass rods\, using the torch to melt and manipulate the material. \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. \nThe Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2026. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-for-two-heart-pendants/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260213T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260213T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130041
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T161506Z
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SUMMARY:Art For Two: Ceramic Wall Sconces (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Create a set of decorative candle sconces from soft clay that can hang on your wall. \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. \nArtwork by Jenn Perren.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-for-two-ceramic-wall-sconces/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130041
CREATED:20251210T215009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T171910Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Decorate festive masks with a Valentine’s Day twist\, using vibrant reds\, pinks\, and glittering embellishments to make a one-of-a-kind Carnival-inspired creation to celebrate SoMardi Gras. \nAt Creative Saturdays\, guests of all ages and abilities are welcome. Just drop in and enjoy a free\, family-friendly art-making activity in AMFA’s Windgate Art School – no registration required! \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 in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2026. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/creative-saturdays-14/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130041
CREATED:20251222T200052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T200052Z
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SUMMARY:Gallery Tour
DESCRIPTION:Drop in and discover AMFA with a free docent-led tour through the galleries! \nWith 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. \n\nGallery Tours are supported in part by Fleur S. Bresler. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/gallery-tour-feb-14-26/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130041
CREATED:20251213T173741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T154134Z
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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. \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-feb-14/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130041
CREATED:20251213T171040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T154319Z
UID:10004125-1771077600-1771088400@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Art for Two: Kiln-Fired Charms (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of metal enameling and create a decorative\, colorful charm to commemorate Valentine’s Day with your special someone. Work with an expert artist to prepare the metal and enamel powder for a red-hot kiln firing – this is an exciting art-making process to experience! \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. \nThe Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2026. \nArtwork by Myriam Saavedra.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-for-two-kiln-fired-charms/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130041
CREATED:20251213T190309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251213T190309Z
UID:10004126-1771077600-1771088400@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Digital Animation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of digital animation on an iPad tablet and work with a simple\, affordable digital application: Procreate. Learn from an experienced artist how to digitally illustrate a winter scene using digital brushes\, layers\, and masks to transform multiple elements into animations with the application tools. \nAn overview of adjusting frame rates\, onion skins\, and playback modes will be demonstrated. Participants will export their created animation as a GIF at the end of the workshop. \nDigital drawing experience is recommended for this workshop. \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. \nArtwork by Rachel Cobler.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/digital-animation-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260215T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260215T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130041
CREATED:20251213T180559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251213T180559Z
UID:10004128-1771160400-1771171200@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Drop-in Expressive Painting with Music
DESCRIPTION:Create expressive paintings inspired by the energy and emotion of music! \nWorking with Little Rock artist\, Hamid Ebrahimifar\, practice improvisational painting that mirrors the spontaneity and flow of sound. Hamid will guide you through techniques that allow music to shape your artistic expression. A live musician will provide an immersive soundtrack that enhances the creative atmosphere. \nParticipants are encouraged to bring tempera paint\, brushes\, and a painting surface (mixed media paper\, canvas\, or board). In addition to your own materials\, you will have access to tempera paint and a handmade calligraphy brush to use during the session. \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. \nArtwork by Hamid Ebrahimifar.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/drop-in-expressive-painting-with-music-feb-15/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Expressive-Painting-with-Hamid-Ebrahimifar-new-website.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130041
CREATED:20251217T185820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T191442Z
UID:10004173-1771410600-1771414200@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Art Start
DESCRIPTION:Nurture your early learner’s creativity through art\, music\, movement\, and play! Art Start invites toddlers and preschoolers to explore in a welcoming environment that encourages curiosity\, imagination\, and growth. Each session features a story\, song\, and art-making activity\, plus a special letter or instrument of the day to spark hands-on discovery for families and caregivers to enjoy together. \nDrop by on this day to experience A Dress with Pockets by Lily Murray\, a whimsical story about finding the perfect outfit. Then create a fabric collage inspired by the AMFA exhibition Uncommon Threads in Contemporary Art.  \n\nUncommon Threads in Contemporary Art is supported in part by the Alan DuBois Fund for Contemporary Craft.Uncommon Threads in Contemporary Art is supported in part by the Alan DuBois Fund for Contemporary Craft. \nThis exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-feb-18-2026/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Art-Start-January-2026.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130041
CREATED:20251213T233634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T182002Z
UID:10004158-1771434000-1771444800@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:A Month of Sundays Preview Night
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the opening of AMFA’s new exhibition\, A Month of Sundays: Art and the Persistence of Time\, at this Member-exclusive event. \nThis exhibition explores the concept of time through modern and contemporary works of art in a wide range of media\, demonstrating and expanding upon the ways we mark and experience time in our lives and in the environment. For one unforgettable evening\, AMFA Members are invited to slow down\, explore the exhibition\, and savor classic Southern snacks and drinks. \nSecure your free tickets now to see the exhibition before it opens to the public! \nNot an AMFA Member? Join today to access tickets for this event\, or call 501.396.0322 for more information. \n\nThe Mid-South Cohort\, a multi-year\, multi-institutional exhibition partnership formed by the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art\, in collaboration with the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, the Birmingham Museum of Art\, Fisk University Art Gallery\, and the Mississippi Museum of Art\, is made possible by the Art Bridges Cohort Program. This exhibition was organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. \n \nMember Preview: In-Kind support provided by Moon Distributors Inc. and O’Connor Distributing. \nARTWORK: Bruce Comer (Fresno\, California\, 1919 – 1988\, Fresno\, California)\, About-a-Quarter-to-Six (detail)\, 1951\, oil on canvas\, 15 1/4 x 19 1/4 in.\, On loan from the collection of the Mississippi Museum of Art\, Jackson: Mississippi Art Association Purchase Prize.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/a-month-of-sundays-preview-night/
CATEGORIES:Members
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130041
CREATED:20251213T175000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251213T175000Z
UID:10004130-1771437600-1771448400@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. \nThe Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2026. \nPhoto: Iwan Baan.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/drop-in-figure-drawing-feb-18/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130041
CREATED:20251213T182227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251213T182227Z
UID:10004129-1771437600-1771448400@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Drop-in Metalsmithing
DESCRIPTION:Drop into the Metals Studio for a three-hour session to work on your class projects or individually driven artworks. \nOne 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 work environment. \nThis session is intended for students who are currently enrolled in a metals class or have taken an 8-week metals course at the Windgate Art School. Supplies are not included. Students must bring their own materials or purchase materials from the AMFA Museum Store. \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. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/drop-in-metalsmithing-feb-18/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130041
CREATED:20251001T221337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T150421Z
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SUMMARY:Concert Series: Lost Bayou Ramblers
DESCRIPTION:The two-time Grammy award winning Lost Bayou Ramblers’ evolution as a progressive Louisiana French band rooted in Cajun traditions continues to excite\, challenge\, and redefine both genre expectations as well as cultural preconceptions. \nFounded in 1999 by brothers Andre and Louis Michot\, the years have brought LBR a feature on Jack White’s American Epic\, contributions to the Oscar nominated film Beasts of the Southern Wild\, and Grammy wins for Live: Orpheum Theater NOLA (their 2023 album with the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra) and their 2017 studio album Kalenda. \nLost Bayou Ramblers stands at the crosscurrents of Louisiana culture by inhabiting the gray area between Cajun and Creole\, convention and innovation\, mystery and a revelation\, experimenting and growing the show to what it’s become today: an eclectic mix of modern sounds and rhythms with ancient Cajun melodies and lyrics. \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 Zach Smith.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/concert-series-lost-bayou-ramblers/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130041
CREATED:20251213T173605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T154245Z
UID:10004132-1771610400-1771621200@arkmfa.org
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. \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-feb-20/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Art-for-Two_-Pottery-on-the-Wheel.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130041
CREATED:20251214T001237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T152850Z
UID:10004159-1771668000-1771678800@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Family Fest: A Month of Sundays
DESCRIPTION:Find joy in every moment with a day of creativity and connection at this free family festival where guests of all ages can make\, move\, and celebrate together. \nInspired by AMFA’s new exhibition\, A Month of Sundays: Art and the Persistence of Time\, this event invites families to slow down and gather for a day of creative exploration. \nDive into these interactive activities: \n\nDo: yoga in the Flex Studio\, meditation in the Governor Winthrop Rockefeller Lecture Hall\, drawing challenges in the Cultural Living Room\, and community weaving in the Atrium\nMake: sketchbooks in the Drawing Studio\, breathing beads in the Metals Studio\, and memory boxes in the Ceramics Studio\nWatch: printmaking demonstrations and musical performances in the Atrium\n\nAMFA Members enjoy access to an exclusive lounge with snacks and drinks in the Terri and Chuck Erwin Collections Research Center. \n\nThe Mid-South Cohort\, a multi-year\, multi-institutional exhibition partnership formed by the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art\, in collaboration with the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, the Birmingham Museum of Art\, Fisk University Art Gallery\, and the Mississippi Museum of Art\, is made possible by the Art Bridges Cohort Program. This exhibition was organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. \n \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/family-fest-a-month-of-sundays/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Family-Fest-A-Month-of-Sundays.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130041
CREATED:20251215T163228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T173951Z
UID:10004165-1771669800-1771673400@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Exhibition Tour: A Month of Sundays
DESCRIPTION:Take a docent-led tour of AMFA’s new exhibition\, A Month of Sundays: Art and the Persistence of Time\, which explores the concept of time through modern and contemporary works of art. \nEnjoy a guided look at several carefully selected works on view\, gain a richer connection to the exhibition\, and leave with a new understanding of the exhibition’s themes. \n\nExhibition Tours are supported in part by Fleur S. Bresler. \nThe Mid-South Cohort\, a multi-year\, multi-institutional exhibition partnership formed by the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art\, in collaboration with the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, the Birmingham Museum of Art\, Fisk University Art Gallery\, and the Mississippi Museum of Art\, is made possible by the Art Bridges Cohort Program. This exhibition was organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. \n \nARTWORK: Mimi Smith (Brookline\, Massachusetts\, 1942 – )\, December 14\, 1978\, The Eleven O’Clock News (detail)\, 1979\, colored pencil and ink on black rag paper\, 30 x 40 in.\, Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts Foundation Collection: Purchase\, Collectors Group Fund. Photography by Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/exhibition-tour-a-month-of-sundays/
CATEGORIES:Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Mimi-Smith-A-Month-of-Sundays-events.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130041
CREATED:20251213T180550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251213T180550Z
UID:10004133-1771765200-1771776000@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Drop-in Expressive Painting with Music
DESCRIPTION:Create expressive paintings inspired by the energy and emotion of music! \nWorking with Little Rock artist\, Hamid Ebrahimifar\, practice improvisational painting that mirrors the spontaneity and flow of sound. Hamid will guide you through techniques that allow music to shape your artistic expression. A live musician will provide an immersive soundtrack that enhances the creative atmosphere. \nParticipants are encouraged to bring tempera paint\, brushes\, and a painting surface (mixed media paper\, canvas\, or board). In addition to your own materials\, you will have access to tempera paint and a handmade calligraphy brush to use during the session. \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. \nArtwork by Hamid Ebrahimifar.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/drop-in-expressive-painting-with-music-feb-22/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Expressive-Painting-with-Hamid-Ebrahimifar-new-website.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130041
CREATED:20251217T190248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T191504Z
UID:10004175-1772015400-1772019000@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Art Start
DESCRIPTION:Nurture your early learner’s creativity through art\, music\, movement\, and play! Art Start invites toddlers and preschoolers to explore in a welcoming environment that encourages curiosity\, imagination\, and growth. Each session features a story\, song\, and art-making activity\, plus a special letter or instrument of the day to spark hands-on discovery for families and caregivers to enjoy together. \nDrop by on this day to experience A Dress with Pockets by Lily Murray\, a whimsical story about finding the perfect outfit. Then create a fabric collage inspired by the AMFA exhibition Uncommon Threads in Contemporary Art.  \n\nUncommon Threads in Contemporary Art is supported in part by the Alan DuBois Fund for Contemporary Craft.Uncommon Threads in Contemporary Art is supported in part by the Alan DuBois Fund for Contemporary Craft. \nThis exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-feb-25-26/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Art-Start-January-2026.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130041
CREATED:20260220T174533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T174533Z
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SUMMARY:AMFA Board of Trustees Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Agenda\n\nCall to Order and Welcome – Le’Kita Brown\, Board of Trustees President\n\nIntroduction of Guests\nApproval of Minutes from December 17\, 2025 Meeting\nAMFA Restructured: Meet the C-Suite Team\n\n\nFinance Committee Report – Gary Cooper\, Chair\, and Laine Harber\, AMFA CFO\n\nReview FY2026 Budget\n\n\nFAC Committee Report – Betsy Rhodes and Mary Olive Stephens\, Co-Chairs\n\n\nDirector’s Report – Dr. Victoria Ramirez\, AMFA CEO\n\nAAM Accreditation: Strategic plan\, bylaws\, site visit (November/December)\nPresentation: Rotation of the Permanent Collection Galleries\n\n\nPresident’s Report – Le’Kita Brown\n\nBoard Transformation Update – Governance Committee approved\nTaking Recommendations for New Board Members\n\n\nUpcoming Meetings\n\nTuesday\, March 10\, 10:00 a.m.: Strategic Plan Special Committee Meeting\nTuesday\, March 17\, 10:00 a.m.: AMFA Board Bylaws Special Committee Meeting\nThursday\, April 30: Board of Trustees Meeting\, 3:00–5:00 p.m.\, Reception 5:00-6:00 p.m.\n\n\n\nFor media and other inquiries\, please contact director@arkmfa.org.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/amfa-board-of-trustees-meeting-feb-25/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130041
CREATED:20251217T190858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T214940Z
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SUMMARY:Artist & Vendor Open Call
DESCRIPTION:Are you a local artist\, artisan\, or maker? Stop by to learn what it takes to have your work for sale in the AMFA Museum Store! \nBring samples of your work\, information about your price points\, and be ready to share more details about yourself and your products. The store management team will be available to answer your questions\, and you can enter to win an AMFA swag bag. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/artist-vendor-open-call/
CATEGORIES:Store
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130041
CREATED:20251213T174953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251213T174953Z
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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. \nThe Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2026. \nPhoto: Iwan Baan.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/drop-in-figure-drawing-feb-25/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130041
CREATED:20251213T182235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251213T182235Z
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SUMMARY:Drop-in Metalsmithing
DESCRIPTION:Drop into the Metals Studio for a three-hour session to work on your class projects or individually driven artworks. \nOne 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 work environment. \nThis session is intended for students who are currently enrolled in a metals class or have taken an 8-week metals course at the Windgate Art School. Supplies are not included. Students must bring their own materials or purchase materials from the AMFA Museum Store. \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. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/drop-in-metalsmithing-feb-25/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130041
CREATED:20251223T164419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T210922Z
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SUMMARY:Art Insights: Aging Well
DESCRIPTION:Re-imagine what it means to age well in this inspiring conversation that considers how movement\, art\, and mindfulness can strengthen the body\, renew focus\, and nurture social connection. \nPresented in connection with AMFA’s exhibition A Month of Sundays: Art and the Persistence of Time\, this event highlights the expertise of four speakers – Dr. Catherine Crisp\, Garbo Hearne\, Rebecca Schrock\, and Sarah Thomas – who will share insights on how creative activities can sustain vitality and joy throughout the aging process. \nDrawing on the exhibition’s themes of time\, aging\, and reflection\, explore how creativity and mindfulness can support not only longevity\, but a fuller life at every age. \n\nThe Mid-South Cohort\, a multi-year\, multi-institutional exhibition partnership formed by the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art\, in collaboration with the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, the Birmingham Museum of Art\, Fisk University Art Gallery\, and the Mississippi Museum of Art\, is made possible by the Art Bridges Cohort Program. This exhibition was organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. \n \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-insights-aging-well/
CATEGORIES:Talks & Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130041
CREATED:20251213T190002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T172049Z
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SUMMARY:Watercolor Botanicals Workshop (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Use watercolors to create detailed botanical studies and expressive works inspired by the beauty of plants and nature. \nYou will learn how to mix and build colors to capture the subtle nuances of your botanical subject. Explore a range of techniques that allow you to express the essence of plants in your own unique style. \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. \nArtwork by Emily Wood.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/watercolor-botanicals-workshop-2/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130041
CREATED:20251213T170455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T150218Z
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SUMMARY:Art For Two: Clay Cup Companions (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Make a pair of cups that fit snuggly together and brighten up any table space or countertop! You will learn how to decorate your cups by stamping or carving designs into soft clay. \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. \nArtwork by Jenn Perren.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-for-two-clay-cup-companions/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130041
CREATED:20251210T215900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T171959Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Craft your own pocket-sized accordion book using folded paper. Inspired by AMFA’s exhibition A Month of Sundays: Art and the Persistence of Time\, this project invites guests to explore time\, memory\, and storytelling in a miniature\, hands-on format. \nAt Creative Saturdays\, guests of all ages and abilities are welcome. Just drop in and enjoy a free\, family-friendly art-making activity in AMFA’s Windgate Art School – no registration required! \n\nThe Mid-South Cohort\, a multi-year\, multi-institutional exhibition partnership formed by the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art\, in collaboration with the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, the Birmingham Museum of Art\, Fisk University Art Gallery\, and the Mississippi Museum of Art\, is made possible by the Art Bridges Cohort Program. This exhibition was organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. \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 in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2026. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/creative-saturdays-15/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130041
CREATED:20251213T192214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T150351Z
UID:10004106-1772272800-1772283600@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Glass Bead Workshop (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Learn the essential techniques of creating colorful glass beads from an expert glass artist. \nInstruction covers melting and shaping glass by using a hot torch flame\, exploring the process of working with glass rods\, and learning how to make round spherical beads. Working with the torch\, you will gain an understanding on how to manipulate glass\, forming beautiful\, original artwork. \nThis workshop is perfect for beginners interested in learning the basics of lampworking and bead-making. \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. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/glass-bead-workshop-jan-24/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130041
CREATED:20251222T200144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T200144Z
UID:10004195-1772274600-1772278200@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Gallery Tour
DESCRIPTION:Drop in and discover AMFA with a free docent-led tour through the galleries! \nWith 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. \n\nGallery Tours are supported in part by Fleur S. Bresler. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/gallery-tour-feb-28-26/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130041
CREATED:20251213T185731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251213T185731Z
UID:10004138-1772287200-1772298000@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Uncommon Threads Printmaking Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Explore artwork featured in AMFA’s exhibition Uncommon Threads in Contemporary Art and learn how to collage photographic images with fabric to create unique works of art. \nThroughout this workshop\, students will sew images into a variety of provided fabric materials to create finished pieces\, offering 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. \nThe Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2026. \nArtwork by Margo Duvall.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/uncommon-threads-printmaking-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260301T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260301T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T130041
CREATED:20251213T180538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251213T180538Z
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SUMMARY:Drop-in Expressive Painting with Music
DESCRIPTION:Create expressive paintings inspired by the energy and emotion of music! \nWorking with Little Rock artist\, Hamid Ebrahimifar\, practice improvisational painting that mirrors the spontaneity and flow of sound. Hamid will guide you through techniques that allow music to shape your artistic expression. A live musician will provide an immersive soundtrack that enhances the creative atmosphere. \nParticipants are encouraged to bring tempera paint\, brushes\, and a painting surface (mixed media paper\, canvas\, or board). In addition to your own materials\, you will have access to tempera paint and a handmade calligraphy brush to use during the session. \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. \nArtwork by Hamid Ebrahimifar.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/drop-in-expressive-painting-with-music-mar-1/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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