Events

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 artmaking activity, plus a special letter or instrument of the day to spark hands-on discovery for families and caregivers...

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...

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...

Experience an evening that bridges art, ecology, and wildlife with artist Lori Larusso and the Little Rock Zoo. Begin with a special pre-talk engagement featuring animal ambassadors from the Little Rock Zoo, then join Larusso as she discusses her exhibition, A Paradox of Plenty. Through her paintings, Larusso reflects on urban expansion, consumer culture, and how...

Create colorful kaleidoscopes inspired by the connections between art and science with LISA Academy! Using mirror board, paper, and vibrant materials, explore pattern, reflection, and symmetry to design a one-of-a-kind optical creation that celebrates STEAM.  At Creative Saturdays, guests of all ages and abilities are welcome. Just drop in and enjoy a free, family-friendly art-making...

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. Gallery Tours are supported in part by Fleur S. Bresler....

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

Create expressive paintings inspired by the energy and emotion of music! Working 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....