Week of Events
Filmland 2026
The Arkansas Cinema Society and the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts are pleased to announce the return of Filmland. Much like previous years, Filmland will showcase captivating independent films and riveting filmmaker conversations that you cannot see anywhere else. Past Filmland showings include Sing Sing, The Bikeriders, Nomadland, Free Solo, The Eyes of Tammy Faye...
Monday, August 10, 2026
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August 10, 2026 -Pastel Drawing Workshop
Pastel Drawing Workshop
Discover the vibrant and colorful possibilities of drawing with pastels. In this introductory workshop, students will learn essential techniques, including selecting materials, building layers of color, and creating depth, light, and texture. Through guided exercises, participants will develop an understanding and gain skills working with pastels. Designed for beginners and those looking to refresh core...
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
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Wednesday, August 12, 2026
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August 12, 2026 -Art Start
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August 12, 2026 -Wednesday Spins
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August 12, 2026 -Color and Clay Workshop
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August 12, 2026 -Drop-in Figure Drawing
Art Start
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...
Wednesday Spins
Elevate your midweek mood at Wednesday Spins! Experience a night of art, music, drinks, and socializing over beautiful views of the Museum. Kick back with craft cocktails, enjoy music mixed by DJ Nico, pop into the Galleries to explore the art on view, and strike a pose in the photo booth with your friends. AMFA...
Color and Clay Workshop
Explore the possibilities of surface design through colored slip decoration on clay. Learn to use liquid clay, called slip, to add color and create a pattern or design on the surface of a clay object. Through demonstrations and hands-on practice, participants will experiment with techniques such as brushing, layering, and carving to create dynamic surfaces....
Drop-in Figure Drawing
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...
Thursday, August 13, 2026
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Friday, August 14, 2026
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Saturday, August 15, 2026
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August 15, 2026 -Creative Saturdays
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August 15, 2026 -Exhibition Tour: Material Nature
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August 15, 2026 -Fused Glass Coasters Workshop
Creative Saturdays
Try your hand at an approachable basket-weaving project inspired by the beauty of craft and natural materials. Drawing from Material Nature: John and Robyn Horn Collection, explore texture and pattern while creating a woven piece to take home. At Creative Saturdays, guests of all ages and abilities are welcome. Just drop in and enjoy a...
Exhibition Tour: Material Nature
Take a docent-led tour of AMFA's newest exhibition, Material Nature: John and Robyn Horn Collection, which explores how artists use innovative approaches to traditional materials. Enjoy a guided look at the works on view and leave with a new understanding of the exhibition's themes. Exhibition Tours are supported in part by Fleur S. Bresler. Material...
Fused Glass Coasters Workshop
Design colorful glass coasters that will lighten up any table or counter top! Learn 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 and glossy finish. This workshop is an excellent workshop for those interested in experiencing...
Sunday, August 16, 2026
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August 16, 2026 -Drop-in Expressive Painting and Yoga
Drop-in Expressive Painting and Yoga
Discover the connection between body, breath, and expressive painting in this immersive workshop led by Little Rock artist and certified yoga instructor, Lo Patt. Lo guides participants through a blend of gentle yoga, mindful movement, and intuitive artmaking. You will explore how physical awareness can deepen creativity to make inspired paintings and visual artworks. No...