7 events found.
Week of Events
Monday, November 30, 2026
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November 30, 2026 -Drop-in Metalsmithing
Drop-in Metalsmithing
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. Each three-hour session provides an opportunity to develop and refine your skills in an independently focused...
Tuesday, December 1, 2026
No events on this day.
Wednesday, December 2, 2026
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December 2, 2026 -Art Start
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December 2, 2026 -Sketchbook Workshop
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December 2, 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...
Sketchbook Workshop
Discover the art of traditional bookmaking by learning the fundamentals of stitching and binding to create hand-crafted books. Instruction will cover different binding techniques, as well as how to design and assemble a cover. Gain hands-on experience in each step of the process, from folding paper to finishing a custom book. You will leave with...
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, December 3, 2026
No events on this day.
Friday, December 4, 2026
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December 4, 2026 -Art For Two: Clay Cup Companions
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December 4, 2026 -Art For Two: Paired Printmaking
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December 4, 2026 -Woodturned Bottle Stopper Workshop
Art For Two: Clay Cup Companions
Make a pair of cups that fit snuggly together and brighten up any table space or countertop. In this hands-on workshop, you will learn simple hand building techniques like pinching, coiling, and slab construction to create your set. You will also explore pattern, texture, and surface design in soft clay while making functional, one-of-a-kind ceramic...
Art For Two: Paired Printmaking
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. This workshop is a fun and immersive experience into the world of printmaking. Art For Two is the perfect one-night class experience for two where...
Woodturned Bottle Stopper Workshop
This one-session workshop offers an excellent introduction to woodturning, perfect for beginners or those looking to try something new. You will learn 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 stoppers...
Saturday, December 5, 2026
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December 5, 2026 -Woodturned Pens Workshop
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December 5, 2026 -Creative Saturdays
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December 5, 2026 -Making Together: Colorful Clay Ornaments (SOLD OUT)
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December 5, 2026 -Glass Snowman Workshop
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December 5, 2026 -Hand-Printed Holiday Cards Workshop
Woodturned Pens Workshop
Create two functional ball-point pens of your own design from start to finish on a wood lathe. Under the guidance of an experienced woodturning artist, students will learn to safely drill, turn, and finish wooden blanks into smooth handsized pens. Hardware will be provided to assemble the pens. This workshop is perfect for beginners who...
Creative Saturdays
Create a miniature woven composition using unconventional materials, texture, and pattern in this hands-on art-making experience inspired by Material Nature: Gifts from the John and Robyn Horn Collection. At 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 –...
Making Together: Colorful Clay Ornaments (SOLD OUT)
Celebrate the season in this collaborative workshop by creating handmade holiday ornaments. Working together, participants will learn the basics of sculpting with polymer clay while designing and creating colorful holiday ornaments. The instructor will guide you through each step of the process, and you can take your ornaments home to bake and enjoy for seasons...
Glass Snowman Workshop
Design a colorful and festive glass snowman that will lighten up any tree or window as an ornament or window pendant. Learn the basics of glass fusing to arrange colorful shapes and patterns in a creative way. Your completed designs will be transformed in the kiln to achieve a smooth and glossy finish. This is...
Hand-Printed Holiday Cards Workshop
Explore the art of relief carving and create two unique sets of hand-printed holiday cards to share with friends and family. In this workshop, you will learn simple and accessible printmaking techniques that do not require large or specialized equipment—just tools you can easily use at home. From carving your own design into a printing...
Sunday, December 6, 2026
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December 6, 2026 -Drop-in Expressive Painting and Yoga
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December 6, 2026 -Phone Photography Workshop
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...
Phone Photography Workshop
Travel to the AMFA Galleries with professional photographer Margo Duvall and artistically explore the art on display with your camera phone. Following Museum guidelines, you will take photographs while learning about composition, color balance, and how to use the viewfinder. Bring your camera phone and experience the art on display through the lens of a...