E- Merge: Evening Workshop for Adults

This new four-week course, led by the collaborative efforts of an artist and an art historian offers students with different levels of experience an in-depth look at the Modern’s collection. Combining art historical discussion of works in the galleries and lecture room with short hands-on studio projects, this informative class will provide participants with a deeper understanding of modern and contemporary art while learning directly from the Modern’s Permanent Collection. E-Merge offers adult students a new way of looking at the world through the museum’s exhibitions with the ideas and collaborative efforts of two engaging instructors.

Save the date for these fall classes!
E-Merge begins October 22, 2009.
Friday Afternoon Drawing Studio begins November 6, 2009.
Online registration for both classes begins September 1, 2009.


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 Tanya Spolans at 817.840.2118 or educators@themodern.org.


 

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:
June 7, 14, 21, 28–Sean Ibanez
July 5, 12, 19, 26–Lily Hanson
August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30–Janet Chaffee

Sundays, 2–3:30 pm; sign in at the information desk.

For information, contact 817.840.2121 or adultprograms@themodern.org.