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E- Merge: Evening Workshop for Adults
E-Merge is a four-week course led by the collaborative efforts of an artist and an art historian and offers students with different levels of experience an in-depth look at the Modern’s exhibitions. This informative class combines art historical discussions of works in the galleries with short, hands-on studio projects. The E-Merge program explores concepts presented in the Modern’s spring exhibition line-up including Andy Warhol: The Last Decade and the permanent collection. E-Merge offers adult students a new way of looking at art and the world through the unique perspectives of two engaging instructors.
THIS CLASS IS FULL
Instructors: Jennifer and Josh Rose
Thursdays, 6–8 pm
February 4, 11, 18 and 25
$100; $60 for Modern members and educators
Registration deadline: January 22
Class size is limited. CPE credits are available.
Friday Afternoon Drawing Studio
This spring the Modern’s popular drawing class is back! Friday Afternoon Drawing Studio leads participants through the fundamentals of drawing using direct observation and visual problem-solving. This instructive six-week course covers a full range of techniques, materials and conceptual problems in relation to the Modern’s permanent collection and special exhibition Andy Warhol: The Last Decade. The Friday Afternoon Studio is for all skill levels, from beginners to more advanced students or for those who wish to refine basic drawing skills and participate in an engaging exchange of ideas.
Instructor: Stephen Lapthisophon
April 30–June 4
1–4 pm
$160; $120 for Modern members
Registration deadline: April 2
Class size is limited.
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In the Moment at the Modern
An Art Program for People with Memory Loss
In this special program, people with memory loss and their caregivers experience select works of art in the Modern’s galleries through intimate conversation with Modern docents and thoughtfully designed projects by the Modern’s education staff.
Mark your calendars for the following Wednesdays:
December 30
January 27
February 24
March 24
April 28
May 26
Two sessions are offered on the 4th Wednesday of most months. RSVP for either the 10 am or 2 pm session at thornton@themodern.org or 817-840-2113. Space is limited to 20 participants for each session.
Admission to the galleries is free for participants and caregivers.
Continuing Professional Education Credits
The Modern is certified by the Texas State Board for Educator Certification to offer Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Credits. The E-Merge classes qualify as CPE activities, as do many tours, lectures, studio classes, and workshops offered through the Modern’s education department. If you have questions about specific programs, or if you would like the Modern’s education department to develop a custom workshop for CPE credit based around the Museum’s collection, please contact 817.840.2118 or educators@themodern.org.
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Drawing from the Collection
Join us for Drawing from the Collection, a great way to become acquainted with the Modern’s permanent collection and special exhibitions. Whether you have limited or extensive drawing experience, Drawing from the Collection is an enjoyable afternoon of developing drawing skills by looking and learning from the collection with a different artist each month.
This class is open to adults at all skill levels, and is free for members and free to the public with general admission. Gallery admission is free every first Sunday. Bring a sketchbook and pencils or purchase materials from The Modern Shop.
Instructors:
January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31–Stephen Lapthisophon
February 7, 14, 21, 28–Heidi Lingamfelter
March 7, 14, 21, 28–Mark Collop
April 4, 11, 18, 25–Joel Kiser
May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30–Ian O’Brien
June 6, 13, 20, 27–Trish Igo
July 11, 18, 25–Iris Bechtol
August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29–TBA
Sundays, 2–3:30 pm; sign in at the information desk.
For information, contact 817.840.2121 or adultprograms@themodern.org.
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