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Studio Programs
Focus, Focus, Focus!
Ages 9–12
This new program for children between the ages of nine and 12 takes a closer look at the contemporary art in this season’s FOCUS exhibitions, featuring artists KAWS, Katie Paterson, and Ged Quinn. Each class spends time in the galleries looking and discussing the work and then proceeds to the studio for an art activity to further discussion. Sign up early; space is limited.
Saturdays, 10 am–noon
Per session: $15 for members; $20 for nonmembers
Registration is required. Register for one or all classes.
February 4Looking at FOCUS: KAWS
March 3–Looking at FOCUS: Katie Paterson
April 28–Looking at FOCUS: Ged Quinn
Scholarships are available; for information, call 817.840.2121.
How to register for Studio Classes:
For questions, call the assistant curator of education and studio programs, at 817.840.2121, or e-mail childrensprograms@themodern.org.
Registration deadline is three weeks before the start date of the class.
Teen/Artist Project
The Modern’s Teen/Artist Project pairs area high school students with artists as teachers and aims to expand students’ art practices, introducing new concepts, artists, and media. Throughout the course of the program, students will work with three professional artists. Each visiting artist leads students through an investigation of modern and contemporary art in the galleries and related projects in the Museum studio. Participants will also visit museums and galleries throughout the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex, introducing them to the area’s art collections and resources. Fifteen students will be accepted to participate in the eight-month course based on their applications and accompanying materials. A limited number of slots will become available in January, when new students can enter to participate in a “spring half-course”; these applications will become available October 1 and are due November 30. Class sessions (full-course) meet at the Modern from 2 to 5 pm most Sundays, September through April, and the program is free of charge for those 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students accepted. Students are required to make a firm commitment to the program, attending class regularly and must be available for one weekend in May during the Annual Teen/Artist Project Exhibition. Applications for the full-course are due September 7.
Teen/Artist Project Application
For more information contact teenproject@themodern.org.
Art Camp and Summer Art Study 2012
Save the Date for Art Camp Registration!
Art Camp Registration for Modern members is Thursday, March 1, from 10 am to 5 pm at the Museum.
General registration online at www.themodern.org begins Friday, March 2.
Our popular Art Camp at the Modern is back! This year we have changed the age groups. Art Camp is now for ages five to 14 and Summer Art Study is for ages 15 to 17. We also have a new camp just for five-year-olds! Our volunteer program returns as well and this year we are accepting applicants ages 18 and older.
The Modern’s unique programs for young artists emphasize learning through direct observation of art and thoughtful art activities inspired by the current exhibition. This introduces students to some of the complex and challenging concepts and practices behind modern and contemporary art. Distinguished area artists are invited to design and lead art activities based on the art in the galleries. Activities encompass everything from art making in the traditional sense to interdisciplinary exploration. This year’s Art Camp focuses on works in the Modern’s permanent collection, while Summer Art Study looks at both works in the Modern’s collection as well as the special exhibition Lucian Freud: Portraits.
Grouped by age and accompanied by their counselor, art campers spend time in the galleries and on the grounds exploring the art and architecture, followed by time in the Museum studio where they work with two artists each session. Instructors provide enriching opportunities to process, apply, and respond to ideas formed in relation to the art on view. The last day of camp ends with a reception and display of the campers’ artwork to celebrate their creative accomplishments with families and friends. Campers make exciting discoveries concerning art, the world, and themselves through Art Camp at the Modern.
Summer Volunteer Opportunities
Art Camp summer volunteer application deadline is May 7.
Volunteers work with artists, children, education staff, and fellow peers who have a serious interest in art. The application process includes an interview, a mandatory orientation, and a week of preparation before each camp session.
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