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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. One of our expert metals artists will be monitoring the studio to offer advice and direction towards completing your artwork. \nEach 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 eight-week metals class at the Windgate Art School. \nSupplies 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-oct-19/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T103000
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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 the story Charlotte the Scientist Is Squished by Camille Andros\, a playful story about problem-solving and discovery\, then create a paper rocket ship inspired by the imaginative forms and movement in Nathalie Miebach: Under A Restless Sky. \n\nNathalie Miebach: Under A Restless Sky is supported in part by The Brown Foundation\, Inc. of Houston and Bank of America. \nThis exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-oct-21/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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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 an 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-oct-21/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T210000
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SUMMARY:Art For Two: Pottery on the Wheel
DESCRIPTION:Explore the fundamental steps of wheel throwing in this fun\, hands-on workshop. Guided by an expert ceramic artist\, learn essential techniques including centering\, pulling\, and forming clay\, while finishing your own functional\, one-of-a-kind ceramic piece. \nYour creations will be fired and ready for pick up approximately four weeks after the class. \nArt For Two is the perfect one-night class experience for two where you each take home a finished piece. Class materials are included and no skills are required – just come ready to create\, unwind\, and add some artistic spark to your evening. \nPresent your Art For Two registration confirmation email at Park Grill to receive a complimentary appetizer\, valid for one year from the date of your workshop. \n$150 ($120 for Members) \nCost of admission covers two people 18+. \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-oct-23/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T210000
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SUMMARY:Art For Two: Paired Printmaking
DESCRIPTION:Create a unique\, colorful artwork through the process of a popular monoprinting technique: gelli plate printmaking. Layer colors\, incorporate stencils\, and use found objects to print one-of-a-kind images onto paper. \nThis workshop is a fun and immersive experience into the world of printmaking. \nArt For Two is the perfect one-night class experience for two where you each take home a finished piece. Class materials are included and no skills are required – just come ready to create\, unwind\, and add some artistic spark to your evening. \nPresent your Art For Two registration receipt at Park Grill to receive a complimentary appetizer\, valid for one year from the date of your 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. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-for-two-paired-printmaking-oct-23/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T200000
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SUMMARY:Ballet Arkansas: The Great Gatsby
DESCRIPTION:Transport yourself to the glamour and excess of the Jazz Age through an ambitious production that combines powerful choreography\, immersive visual storytelling\, and contemporary artistic vision. Beneath the elegance of lavish parties and shimmering decadence lies a timeless story of longing\, ambition\, and the pursuit of an idealized past. \nInspired by one of the most enduring works of American literature\, this visually striking production explores the complexities of love\, obsession\, and the elusive promise of the American Dream. \n\nPhoto courtesy of Ballet Arkansas.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/ballet-arkansas-the-great-gatsby-1/
CATEGORIES:Ballet
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SUMMARY:Creative Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Capture movement through expressive mark making in this energetic drawing experience. Take inspiration from Ballet Arkansas’s production of The Great Gatsby to experiment with gesture\, motion\, and a variety of drawing tools while discovering how movement can shape your artwork. \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.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/creative-saturdays-oct-24/
CATEGORIES:Ballet,Youth & Families
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T150000
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SUMMARY:Ballet Arkansas: The Great Gatsby
DESCRIPTION:Transport yourself to the glamour and excess of the Jazz Age through an ambitious production that combines powerful choreography\, immersive visual storytelling\, and contemporary artistic vision. Beneath the elegance of lavish parties and shimmering decadence lies a timeless story of longing\, ambition\, and the pursuit of an idealized past. \nInspired by one of the most enduring works of American literature\, this visually striking production explores the complexities of love\, obsession\, and the elusive promise of the American Dream. \n\nPhoto courtesy of Ballet Arkansas.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/ballet-arkansas-the-great-gatsby-2/
CATEGORIES:Ballet
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T150000
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SUMMARY:Spotlight Tour: Outdoor Sculptures
DESCRIPTION:Explore AMFA’s outdoor sculpture collection on a free\, docent-led tour featuring six new acquisitions. \nDiscover the stories\, ideas\, and artistic approaches behind these works while gaining a fresh perspective on the beauty of the Museum grounds. \n\nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/spotlight-tour-outdoor-sculptures-oct-24/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T200000
DTSTAMP:20260804T155024Z
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SUMMARY:Ballet Arkansas: The Great Gatsby
DESCRIPTION:Transport yourself to the glamour and excess of the Jazz Age through an ambitious production that combines powerful choreography\, immersive visual storytelling\, and contemporary artistic vision. Beneath the elegance of lavish parties and shimmering decadence lies a timeless story of longing\, ambition\, and the pursuit of an idealized past. \nInspired by one of the most enduring works of American literature\, this visually striking production explores the complexities of love\, obsession\, and the elusive promise of the American Dream. \n\nPhoto courtesy of Ballet Arkansas.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/ballet-arkansas-the-great-gatsby-3/
CATEGORIES:Ballet
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T160000
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SUMMARY:Drop-in Expressive Painting and Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Discover the connection between body\, breath\, and expressive painting in this immersive workshop led by Little Rock artist and certified yoga instructor\, Lo Patt. \nLo 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. \nNo previous yoga or art experience is required\, just curiosity and openness to explore how movement and mark-making can inform one another. Please bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing for movement. \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-expressive-painting-and-yoga-oct-25/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T150000
DTSTAMP:20260804T155040Z
CREATED:20260728T162451Z
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SUMMARY:Ballet Arkansas: The Great Gatsby
DESCRIPTION:Transport yourself to the glamour and excess of the Jazz Age through an ambitious production that combines powerful choreography\, immersive visual storytelling\, and contemporary artistic vision. Beneath the elegance of lavish parties and shimmering decadence lies a timeless story of longing\, ambition\, and the pursuit of an idealized past. \nInspired by one of the most enduring works of American literature\, this visually striking production explores the complexities of love\, obsession\, and the elusive promise of the American Dream. \n\nPhoto courtesy of Ballet Arkansas.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/ballet-arkansas-the-great-gatsby-4/
CATEGORIES:Ballet
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