MMoArt

DECADES: Looking Back/Moving Forward (1900 – 1919) is the first in a series of exhibitions to celebrate the many decades leading up to 1964 when Mobile Museum of Art first opened. We’re Looking Back and Moving Forward with new installations that will allow you to experience the MMofA collection like never before. Don’t miss these opportunities to see art through the lens of the culture and history of each decade.

Hand-built Face Vase with Angie King
July 13 – 5:30-8 p.m.
$50 members | $80 non-members per couple per session

Bring a friend and your favorite drink and and get ready to create a clay vase with a unique personality! We will build slab vases and add character with facial features, accessories, and funky patterns. No experience is needed and all supplies are included.

July 18-21 & 28
10 a.m.- 1 p.m.

Have you ever wanted to create something out of clay, but didn’t know how to or had to rely of molds and props only? This project oriented class will give you necessary concepts of hand-building to make any idea of a form into a reality. In just five days we will cover basic methods, shapes, and how to combine and alter them to make your unique designs. We will cover design, composition, and some mechanical aspects to make a beautiful statement piece. At the end of this class you will have an original totem to decorate your home or garden with. This class is great for beginner clay enthusiasts as well as artists, who want a boost of creativity and liberty in their creations.

June 1 & 2
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Members: $10/Non-members: $20
Ages 6+

Come join us for a fun two-day project class on the method of sgraffito. Instructor and ceramic artist Lana Hall will guide you through the process of hand-building functional plates, application of underglaze and glazes, creating effective composition, all while mastering the best mark-making, and exploring your creativity. The class could be a wonderful opportunity for spending quality time and creating a memory for families with children ages 6+, so no prior experience is needed.

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Painting for Two: The Art of Still Life with Kaitlyn Amanor

Inspired by Museum Collections:
Mark Rothko, American (born Russia) 1903-1970
Untitled, Still Life with Bananas and Apples, Circa 1928 

Artists have been creating still life art works since ancient times, a still life is a composition of things arranged by the artist for a variety of reasons from creating a pleasing combination of shapes, colors, and textures to more complex use of symbolism to narrate themes such as life and growth, or time and mortality. Bring in your own small items of significance or choose from a variety of items such as shells, flowers, and produce provided in class to curate your own still life. You will be guided through the art of still life painting from setting up a symbolic still life, arranging an interesting composition, to application and processes of acrylic painting. No previous art experience required!

Painting for Two: Wild Landscapes with Kaitlyn Amanor

Inspired by Museum Collections:
Mark Rothko, American (born Russia) 1903-1970
Landscape, Circa 1928

Paint your own happy place while exploring acrylic paint – create a landscape painting inspired by our collections own – Mark Rothko’s Untitled Landscape. You may paint from a photo, from your memory, or from your imagination. Bring in a photograph of a favorite or meaningful place, reflect on a memory you have of a special place, or use your imagination to create your own place in the world that means something special for you. Join us for an evening exploring wild, bright and bold colors through acrylic paint! No previous art experience required!

Ages 5+
Members $10 / Not-Yet Members $20

Join us for a 3 hour family fun printmaking class! We will study the artistic process of monoprinting by creating a series of abstract, nature, self-portraits, and animal prints. Monoprints are great ways for artists to create unique pieces of art. Using mirrors, gel plates, paint and more we will explore the art of monoprinting in a variety of ways leaving you several pieces of unique artwork to take home.

3 hour workshop
Ages 5+
Members $10 / Not-Members $20

Come join us for a 3 hour family fun drawing class where we will explore a variety of drawing materials such as chalk and oil pastels, watercolor pencils and more! Our inspiration for our artwork is Biloxi native Dusti Bonge’s Fantastic Beast watercolor painting. Create your own Fantastical Beast through guided drawing strategies for every age of learner, no art experience required!

Savor the summer at Mobile Museum of Art’s Makers Market & Open House! Join us for an afternoon of local shopping, live music, food trucks, art activities, and free admission to the Museum. Support local artisans at the Makers Market, which will feature a variety of handmade items, such as jewelry, pottery, self-care products, and baked goods. Enjoy local, live music while you shop, and be sure to stop by Mob Sno, Los Rollin’ Bros and frios for tasty treats.

During the Open House, visit The Museum School for fun activities designed by local artists. MMofA’s popular children’s installation, Fantastical Forest will be open for exploration. Admission to the Museum will be free all day in addition to the afternoon activities.