Family Art JAMs

Families first! Make-and-take art for families is now available on a regular basis in the Museum’s new and growing hands-on space. Families will briefly explore a special exhibition or work of art with a studio instructor and then create art related to what they see and learn. These hands-on activities are for young artists, ages 4–12, and their families/caregivers. Intergenerational experiences are encouraged. Refreshments are provided. Reservations are required, 434.243.2050; drop-ins are permitted only if space is available.

All Family Art JAMs are held in the Museum and are divided into the following sessions:

1–3 pm: 4–7 year olds and their families
3–5 pm: 7–12 year olds and their families

Sunday, October 19
Paper Collage and Abstraction: Exploring the El Lissitzky Exhibition

Children and their parents or caretakers are invited to come for an afternoon of fun and hands-on creativity in the newly refurbished Pine Gallery. After a docent-lead tour of the El Lissitzky Exhibition, children and their parents will create their own paper collage influenced by Lissitzky.

El Lissitzky was an early 20th-century Russian futurist whose bright colors and geometric shapes appeal to children of all ages. The museum is exhibiting his work in a room painted and constructed in Lissitzky's style by contemporary artist Hideyo Okamura. By incorporating the architectural details of the room and moving from two to three dimensions, Okamura's installation makes Lissitzky's work come to life for children.

Participants will also be treated to a special improvisational performance by a group of dancers and musicians from the McGuffey Art Center. Brad Stoller, who leads a group of dancers practicing contact improvisation, frequently works with both children and adults in a collaborative setting. By participating in the performance, young dancers will have the opportunity to create their own living abstract compositions. To enhance their compositions, participants are encouraged to wear Lissitzky's preferred colors to the Family Art JAM: white, black, red, yellow and gray.

To register for the Family Art JAM, call 434-243-2050 or send e-mail to museumoutreach@virginia.edu. The museum is located at 155 Rugby Road, a short walk from the Rotunda, across the street from Madison Bowl.

April TBA
3rd Annual Flower Creations: Flower Sculptures Inspired by Art

Fees
Museum members: $10 for one adult and 1–2 children
Non-members: $20 for one adult and 1–2 children
$3 for each additional child or adult