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SUMMARY:Drawing and Composition Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Dive into the fundamentals of drawing and composition and learn about balance\, proportion\, contrast\, and scale during this one-day workshop in AMFA’s Windgate Art School. \nAn expert artist will teach you simple drawing and mixed media techniques to organize your vision on paper. Then\, capture the line\, shape\, form\, and texture and explore composition to create unified drawings. \nThis is a perfect workshop for all skill levels and interests to develop drawing skills! \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/drawing-and-composition-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250817T235900
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SUMMARY:Filmland 2025
DESCRIPTION:Filmland is an annual celebration of cinema\, bringing movie magic to the heart of Arkansas. \nPresented by the Arkansas Cinema Society and the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, this star-studded event draws celebrities\, visionary Arkansas filmmakers\, and film lovers across the South for an unforgettable experience. \nHere are the film screenings announced so far: \n\nAmericana / August 13\, 6:30 p.m.\nMississippi River Styx / August 14\, 3:30 p.m.\nThe Threesome / August 14\, 6:30 p.m.\nAbigail Before Beatrice / August 17\, 12:00 p.m.\nand more to be announced!\n\nVisit the Arkansas Cinema Society website to learn more and reserve your tickets. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/filmland-2025-aug-13/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Films,Special Events
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SUMMARY:Color Theory Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to use and better understand how to apply color as an artist in this one-day workshop. Visualize how colors relate to another by studying the color wheel. \nGain understanding of how to mix colors to achieve a desired result as well as learn the technique of optical blending. Explore how to lighten and darken color intensity\, color harmonies\, and how to create strong color relationships. This is a great introduction to the techniques that are taught in AMFA’s Windgate Art School. \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/color-theory-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T113000
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SUMMARY:Art Start
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in the rhythms of nature with Worm Weather\, a delightful story about rainy-day adventures. Inspired by artist Natalie Miebach’s weather-driven art installation Under a Restless Sky\, this session connects weather\, art\, and sound. We will create and decorate rain shakers\, then bring the story to life by using them during the reading. \nArt 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. \nThis free program welcomes parents\, grandparents\, caregivers\, and our youngest patrons to drop in and explore with us – no reservations required! \n\nArt Start is supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation and Walmart Spark Good. \nNathalie Miebach: Under A Restless Sky is supported in part by The Brown Foundation\, Inc. of Houston. \nThis exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-aug-13/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T200000
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Spins
DESCRIPTION:Elevate your midweek mood at Wednesday Spins! Experience a night of art\, music\, drinks\, and socializing over beautiful views of the Museum. \nKick back with craft cocktails\, enjoy music mixed by Mike Poe\, pop into the galleries to explore the art on view\, and strike a pose in the photo booth with your friends. \nAMFA is the place to be every Wednesday night all summer long! \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/wednesday-spins-aug-13/
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T180000
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SUMMARY:Drop-in 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-drawing-aug-13/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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SUMMARY:Creative Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by Nathalie Miebach’s installation Under A Restless Sky – which explores weather\, maps\, and layering materials together – this Creative Saturdays art project invites you to create an abstract topography map. Using colorful foam sheets\, build a 3D piece that brings the dynamic world of weather patterns and terrain to life in a tactile\, fun way. \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\nCreative Saturdays are supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \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 in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2025. \nNathalie Miebach: Under A Restless Sky is supported in part by The Brown Foundation\, Inc. of Houston. \nThis exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/creative-saturdays-aug-16/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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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\nImage courtesy of Jason Masters. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/gallery-tour-aug-16/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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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-aug-16/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T170000
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SUMMARY:Fused Glass Coaster Workshop (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Design colorful glass coasters that will lighten up any table or counter top! This one-day workshop in AMFA’s Windgate Art School is excellent for those interested in experiencing the basics of glass fusing. \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\, glossy finish. \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. \nFused glass platter by Donnell Williams.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/fused-glass-coaster-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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