Events

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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...

Mark the opening of AMFA’s groundbreaking new exhibition – Architects of Being: Louise Nevelson and Esphyr Slobodkina – at this Member-exclusive event that everyone will be talking about for years to come. For the very first time, Architects of Being presents the work of these two pioneering midcentury female artists in dialogue alongside key pieces...

Toast to the opening of AMFA’s newest exhibition, Architects of Being: Louise Nevelson and Esphyr Slobodkina, with Dr. Catherine Walworth, Jackye and Curtis Finch, Jr. Curator of Drawings, as she leads a lively discussion and gallery tour. Drawing inspiration from these two boldly unconventional women, Dr. Walworth curated AMFA’s traveling exhibition, accompanied by a catalog...

Learn how to create a vibrant and colorful glass hummingbird using the technique of flame-working glass over a torch flame. Under the expert guidance of a skilled glass artist, you will learn the process of sculpting a delicate hummingbird, from shaping the beak and body to crafting the wings. You will work with a variety...

Learn how to shape metal as you make a custom-sized ring from a vintage silver coin. 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...

Craft a beautiful and functional votive candle holder from rich, solid dark walnut—an elegant hardwood known for its deep color and fine grain. In this hands-on woodworking workshop, you will learn how to safely use a drill press to create precise openings for votive candles and explore techniques for sanding and sealing the wood to...

Learn the precision and artistry of bead setting in this focused jewelry-making workshop. An expert jeweler will guide you through the process of securely setting small stones using traditional bead setting techniques. Instruction will cover tool selection, surface preparation, layout, drilling, bur work, and using gravers. With hands-on practice and expert guidance, you will develop...

Inspired by Louise Nevelson's sculptural work in AMFA's new exhibition Architects of Being: Louise Nevelson and Esphyr Slobodkina, create colorful three-dimensional compositions using found objects. Explore texture, shape, and layering as you build your unique artwork. At Creative Saturdays, guests of all ages and abilities are welcome. Just drop in and enjoy a free, family-friendly...

Explore how self-definition, structure, and materials shaped the lives and legacies of Louise Nevelson and Esphyr Slobodkina whose works are on view at AMFA in the landmark exhibition Architects of Being. Featuring the Founder and Director of the Louise Nevelson Foundation, Maria Nevelson; the President of the Slobodkina Foundation, Ann Marie Mulhearn Sayer; and the...

Take a docent-led tour of AMFA’s groundbreaking exhibition, Architects of Being: Louise Nevelson and Esphyr Slobodkina, where the works of these two midcentury American artists are brought together in dialogue for the first time. Enjoy a guided look at several carefully selected works on view, gain a richer connection to the exhibition, and leave with...

AMFA is casting community youth actors aged 10 and up for our upcoming holiday show Junie B. in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! Register now and come prepared to sing, dance, read scenes, and play theatre games – all materials will be provided. Community roles are volunteer positions. Actors must be able to commit to evening...