Brooks Museum of Art

Calling all book lovers! In honor of National Book Lover’s Day, this Super Saturday is all about Book Art. Fold tiny coin envelopes into miniature books, write your own story, and decorate the covers with colorful illustrations. Plus, visit our pop-up “book nook” in the studio for even more inspiration. Super Saturday is always free […]

Using an abundance of summer flowers like sunflowers, zinnias, cosmos and complementary greenery, you'll master the art of creating a bouquet that’s both structured and organic. We'll guide you through flower selection, color pairing, and tying techniques to give your arrangement a polished, professional finish.  All tools and materials are included. You'll walk away with […]

It's like the Like Really Creative Collage Party, but with journals! Bring your favorite journal, rummage through vintage magazines and rare ephemera, choose your favorite art supplies, and create as many mixed-media collages as you'd like within your journal—all while vibing out to tunes from DJ Brilli with a community full of creatives. Kickstart your […]

Get your hands messy and your creativity flowing at this week’s Super Saturday! Inspired by the Spiked Bowl with Feline Face from the museum’s collection, you’ll use model magic and sculpting tools to craft your own pottery piece, complete with playful animal features. Afterward, visit the galleries to explore how artists across cultures and centuries […]

Dive deeper into human anatomy with instructor Hayes Paschal as he helps you grow your figure drawing practice. Figure drawing is fundamental to many art practices and teaches skills such as observation, proportion, and composition. In this class, you’ll learn how to begin with a simple gesture drawing that can then be transformed into a […]

We’re turning one, and you’re invited! Raise a glass with the Couture Collective as we celebrate our first anniversary in style. This happy hour is the perfect chance to connect with fellow fashion lovers, learn about our mission, and be the first to see what’s next. Everyone’s welcome—members and curious minds alike.What to expect: The Couture […]

Discover the magic of tiny dots that make a big impact! Inspired by Camille Pissarro’s Springtime in Éragny, this Super Saturday invites you to experiment with pointillism — a technique where small dots of color come together to form a complete image. Using Q-tips and chopsticks, you’ll create your own vibrant painting. Afterwards, explore the […]

Join Cari Harris, owner of Cari’s Closet, for a workshop that transforms simple line drawings into stitched textile art. Using hand-sewing techniques, participants will outline faces, abstract designs, or symbols with thread - creating minimalist, contemporary fabric pieces. Inspired by gesture and movement in fine art, this class offers a fresh take on fiber arts […]

Following his first solo exhibition Club Rapture and the Ecstasy Afters exhibited at Sheet Cake Gallery, join Memphis-based artist and Pride Collective member Joel Parsons for a special artist talk. Parsons will reflect on the show, his inspirations, and the need for queer spaces – including the Pride Collective at the Memphis Brooks Museum of […]