Drawing from the Collection for Children

This exciting gallery program for children between the ages of 5 and 12 is offered every first Sunday of the month. Children under the age of 6 must be accompanied by an adult during the length of the program. The program is led by an artist who takes participants through informal drawing exercises in relation to works in the collection. Bring a sketchbook and pencils or purchase materials from The Modern Shop. Attendance is limited to 20 participants and spaces fill up fast, so come early to sign up at the information desk. Class is closed to additional participants after 2 pm.

First Sundays, 2-3:30 pm
Instructors
February 7-Alvaro Perez
March 7-Josephine Durkin
April 4-Josephine Durkin
May 2-Chris Powell

Wonderful Wednesdays

Wonderful Wednesdays is a free program for families of all ages and is designed as an informal introduction to the Modern’s collection and special exhibitions. Led by a docent, the program focuses on a select number of works in the collection and includes a gallery project designed by the Museum’s education department. Registration is not required. The sign-up sheet is located at the front desk the day of the program. Infants, toddlers, and strollers are allowed. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Admission is free for participants.

Wednesdays, 4-4:45 pm
February 10-Visiting the work of Ellsworth Kelly and Mark Rothko
March 10-Visiting the work of Vija Celmins and Andy Warhol
April 14-Visiting the work of Morris Louis and Jackson Pollock
May 12-Visiting the work of Andy Warhol

New Program! Thinking About Andy…

Over the course of the year many parents have asked about programs for children over the age of 12. This spring, in tandem with the special exhibition Andy Warhol: The Last Decade, the Modern offers a new program for ages 12 to 16. This program, designed and led by the collaborative efforts of the Modern education staff, has been conceived to give an insightful and thorough look at the special exhibition for this particular age group. The program includes tours, group discussions, and gallery projects and concludes with a studio project. Classes are $10 per session; registration is recommended. Admission to the galleries is free for participants. Participants may register for one or all classes. Drop-in participants are welcome to register the day of the class but only if spots are available. Meet at the front desk to check in.

Sundays, 2-3:30 pm
Registration is available at www.themodern.org.
Instructors
February 28-Leslie Murrell, Assistant Curator of Education, Docent Programs
March 28-Erin Starr White, Assistant Curator of Education, Academic Programs
April 25-Michael Moore, Tour Coordinator and Terri Thornton, Curator of Education
May 16-Christine Bisetto, Assistant Curator of Education, Studio Programs

Tours

Tours led by Museum-trained docents provide a dynamic experience based on close viewing, analysis, and interaction. All tours are free for Modern members and free to the public with admission to the galleries. All group tours must be scheduled at least two weeks in advance of the requested date. Groups with special needs are welcome. For information or to schedule a tour, please contact the Tour Coordinator at 817.840.2119 or tours@themodern.org.

Public Tours

Docent-led tours are offered Tuesday through Sunday at 2 pm. An additional tour is available at 11 am on Wednesdays, when gallery admission is half price, and the first Sunday of each month, when gallery admission is free. The first Saturday and Sunday of the month will feature an additional public tour at 2 pm to focus exclusively on the special exhibition Andy Warhol: The Last Decade. These tours do not require prior arrangements and begin in the Museum lobby.

Spanish-language Tours

Docent-led tours in Spanish are offered at 2 pm on the first Sunday of each month, when gallery admission is free. These tours are open to the public and do not require prior arrangements. Docents are also available to conduct private Spanish-language tours when reservations are made at least two weeks in advance.

Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth

Museum Location

3200 Darnell Street
Fort Worth, Texas 76107
817.738.9215
www.themodern.org

Museum Gallery Hours

Tue 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Feb-Apr 10 a.m.-7 p.m.)
Wed-Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sun 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

General Admission Prices (includes special exhibition)

$4 for students with ID and seniors (60+)
$10 for adults (13+)
Free for children 12 and under
Free for Modern members
Free the first Sunday of every month and half price every Wednesday

Please call (915) 532-1707 x 16 to register or visit www.elpasoartmuseum.org.

For Adults 15 and over (unless otherwise noted)

Saturdays, January 9 – February 13

Acrylic Painting, 9:30am-12:30pm

Instructor: Wayne Huber

Cost: $47.00 for Museum Members/$59.00 for non-members

Students will learn the elements of design and composition to create still life paintings. The instructor will provide techniques that utilize the qualities of acrylic paint to render effects similar to both watercolor and oil paint. Beginning and intermediate students are welcome. Instructor will provide a supply list if needed.

Beginning Portrait Painting, 9:30am-12:30pm

Instructor: Nestor Valencia

Cost: $47.00 for Museum Members/$59.00 for non-members

Masterworks from the Museum’s own Kress collection will be the inspiration for the class. Students will learn the principles of using oil-based paints and explore techniques using color value and design. On occasion, live models will be used for subject matter.

Painting with Printmaking: Art of Collagraphy, 1:30-4:00pm

Instructor: Oscar Moya

Cost: $47.00 for Museum Members/$59.00 for non-members

Collagraphy is a printmaking process in which materials are applied to a rigid surface such as cardboard or wood. The resulting print is a collagraph, and may incorporate found objects, drawing, painting, and/or relief techniques. Students will learn to make their own collagraph plate and use a printmaking press. At the end of the course, students will have completed their own unique edition of ten or more collagraph prints.

Watercolor Painting, 1:30-4:00pm

Instructor: Ron Fritsch

Cost: $47.00 for Museum Members/$59.00 for non-members

In this beginning and intermediate class, students will focus on principles of design, color, composition and technique. Desired effects will be achieved through proper use of tools and paint. Classes will be held outdoors when weather permits, and supply list will be provided by instructor.

Sundays, January 10 – February 14

Drawing Fundamentals, 1:30-4:00pm

Instructor: Manny Guerra

Cost: $47.00 for Museum Members/$59.00 for non-members

This class will be geared toward beginning artists, and those who would like to improve their drawing skills. Subject matter will cover drawing from the still life, shapes, shadows and organic forms. Students will learn techniques using pencil and charcoal as the medium.

Thursdays, January 7 – February 11

Clay Explorations, 6:00-8:30pm

Instructor: Michelle Murphy

Cost: $54.00 for Museum Members/$68.00 for non-members

Students will explore the creative possibilities of clay using the methods of pinch, coil, slab and wheel-throwing. Products at the end will include imaginative, practical and whimsical items.

Life Drawing, 5:30-8:30pm

Self-guided

Sessions continue through the end of March

Cost: $5.00 per session for Museum Members/$10.00 per session for non-members

For students ages 18 years old and up. Students will practice life drawing skills in this self-guided, self-paced class. Easels, paper, pencils, charcoal and pastels will be provided or you may bring your own drawing supplies. Beginning and advanced students welcome. Please be advised: live nude models are the focus of this drawing class. No visitors allowed, and no photography of any kind permitted. Pre-registration is recommended as space is limited. Price is per session.

Sunday Workshops

February 21 & 28

Retablo Painting – Part 1 & 2, 12:30-4:30pm

Instructor: Isadora Stowe

Cost: $60.00 for Museum Members/$76.00 for non-members

Students will learn the elements of design and composition in drawing and painting to produce one-of-a-kind retablos. Inspiration for personal retablos will be taken from the borders that exist within us as well as those in the physical environment. Beginning and intermediate students are welcome.

Saturday Workshops

March 6 and 13

Drawing and Prints – Part 1 & 2, 9:30am-2:00pm

Instructor: Ouida Touchon

Cost: $60.00 for Museum Members/$76.00 for non-members

Students will explore the art of printmaking in a two-day studio workshop. Through use of compositional elements such as stenciling, easy-cut carved plates, digital transfers and chin colle collage, students will create one-of-a-kind handprints to take home.