Friday & Saturday, March 24 & 25
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
$275 members / $350 non-members
Abstraction uses a visual language of imagery, shape, color and line. Extraordinary compositions are achieved that exist independent from visual references. This type of art can be liberating since it is free of the logic of perspective and realism, and seeks only to satisfy the whims of the artist. Using intuitive thinking the artist is free to concentrate on his or her process. This departure from accurate representation can be slight, partial, or completely abstracted. Using a combination of paint, acrylic medium, graphite, collage and stencil, you will explore a plethora of expressive techniques to build meaningful art.
*Supplies Included.
About the Artist:
Finimore has enjoyed a very diverse career path as a visual artist. Her work includes painting, clay, and small metals. She maintains a busy schedule, showing her work at both group and solo events. She is a member of the Craftsman’s Guild of Mississippi, the Teaching Artist Guild and the Arkansas Craft School. She is represented by Pacesetter Gallery of Flowood, Ms. Finimore holds a BFA in Painting and an MFA in Studio Art, both from Memphis College of Art.
Friday & Saturday, March 24 & 25
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
$275 members / $350 non-members
Abstraction uses a visual language of imagery, shape, color and line. Extraordinary compositions are achieved that exist independent from visual references. This type of art can be liberating since it is free of the logic of perspective and realism, and seeks only to satisfy the whims of the artist. Using intuitive thinking the artist is free to concentrate on his or her process. This departure from accurate representation can be slight, partial, or completely abstracted. Using a combination of paint, acrylic medium, graphite, collage and stencil, you will explore a plethora of expressive techniques to build meaningful art.
*Supplies Included.
About the Artist:
Finimore has enjoyed a very diverse career path as a visual artist. Her work includes painting, clay, and small metals. She maintains a busy schedule, showing her work at both group and solo events. She is a member of the Craftsman’s Guild of Mississippi, the Teaching Artist Guild and the Arkansas Craft School. She is represented by Pacesetter Gallery of Flowood, Ms. Finimore holds a BFA in Painting and an MFA in Studio Art, both from Memphis College of Art.
Tuesdays, March 7, 14, 21, & 28
4 – 6 p.m.
K5-5th Grade
$85/$65 members
Welcome spring with fun projects in clay! Kids will create a hand-built planter, colorful garden stake, and more in this four-week course.
REGISTRATION FOR KIDS POTTERY IS NOW CLOSED.
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Tuesdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28, April 4, 11 (6-week course)
$100 members | $115 non-members
4-6 p.m.
Ages 12+
This class introduces students to watercolor painting, acrylic painting and oil painting basics. We will dive into color theory, portraiture, landscape art and still life with a variety of painting materials. Students will explore grisaille painting, glazing, and resist techniques as well as different approaches to painting, such as Alla Prima and en Plein Air. Students will learn how to build a canvas frame, and stretch and prime their own canvases for their artwork.
Students should bring a photo reference of something they would like to paint. In this course, students will learn to paint from life, from a reference, and explore conceptual versus perceptual art.
*All supplies are included
Every Wednesday in March – 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. (March 8, 15, 22, 29)
Members: $125
Non-Members:$150
*Price includes instruction and materials
This class introduces adult students to introductory watercolor techniques ranging from grisaille painting and glazing, to working with resists. Students will be introduced to watercolors first through exploring Color Theory through a variety of exercises and followed by opportunities to explore grisaille painting through still life, glazing through portraiture, and resists through landscape painting.
- This workshop is for adult students only. You must be 18+ to register
- Due to equipment availability, this workshop is limited to 10 students and will be subject to cancellation if minimum attendance requirements are not met.
- This workshop is an introductory four-week course.
This 4-week workshop is focused on experimenting with paint in a judgement-free environment. The instructor will take students through the creative process from concept to finished piece.
Students will work from life and bring their own or use preselected photographs.
Open Clay Studio is available for Mobile Museum of Art members only.
$25 per month + $15 per session attended
Enjoy extra time to work on your own projects during this uninstructed Open Studio time. Clay, glazes, and pottery wheels will be available.
Reservations must be made 24 HOURS in advance to reserve a spot. Call or email Curator of Art Education, Angie King at 251.208.5205 or at angela.king@mobilemuseumofart.com. **Students MUST have prior experience with clay and be able to work unassisted.**
Upcoming Dates:
Thursday, March 2: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Wednesday, March 8: 2 – 5 p.m.
Saturday, March 11: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Tuesday, March 14: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Thursday, March 16: 5 – 8 p.m.
Tuesday, March 21: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Thursday, March 23: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Thursday, March 30: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Thursdays, March 30
1 – 3 p.m.
$5 members per child per session | $10 non-members per child per session
This class is for families to create together. Each month will feature a different art medium with a project tied to the MMofA collection. Parents are encouraged to stay and create with their families. Suitable for homeschool families.
February: Clay
March: Weaving
May: Batik
PRE-REGISTRATION FOR THE MARCH SESSION IS NOW CLOSED.
Some seats will be open for walk-ins, but those are available on a first come, first serve basis.
Thursday, March 30 @ 6:30 p.m.
PowerLines Poets, a Mobile-based poetry troupe featuring local writers and performers is returning to the Mobile Museum of Art for a slam poetry session. PowerLines Poets will be performing works inspired by MMofA’s special exhibition 3 American Artists and inviting guest poets to take the mic as well. Join us for an evening of spoken artistry.
Tuesdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28, April 4, 11 (6-week course)
$100 members | $115 non-members
4-6 p.m.
Ages 12+
This class introduces students to watercolor painting, acrylic painting and oil painting basics. We will dive into color theory, portraiture, landscape art and still life with a variety of painting materials. Students will explore grisaille painting, glazing, and resist techniques as well as different approaches to painting, such as Alla Prima and en Plein Air. Students will learn how to build a canvas frame, and stretch and prime their own canvases for their artwork.
Students should bring a photo reference of something they would like to paint. In this course, students will learn to paint from life, from a reference, and explore conceptual versus perceptual art.
*All supplies are included
Tuesdays April 4 – May 9
5:30 – 8 p.m.
OR
Wednesdays, April 5 – May 10
10 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.
$220/$180 members
Ages 16+
Try something that you have always wanted to do by learning to throw clay on the pottery wheel! This six-week class is for brand new students with no previous experience. Students will learn the basics of how to center, throw, and glaze clay, resulting in unique functional pieces such as bowls, cups, and vases. Friends and family will be impressed with your new skills!
