Brooks Museum of Art

Join us on February 28 for Super Saturday: Paper Portraits, a hands-on family workshop celebrating Black History Month. Inspired by a striking work from Memphis artist Carl Moore in the museum’s Permanent Collection, this activity invites children to explore identity, representation, and color through collage. Using scissors, glue, and vibrant sheets of colored paper, young […]

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 about the intricacies of feet and hands and use advanced techniques to enhance your drawings. […]

In this meditation on community, Memphis-based painter and singer-songwriter Justin Williams traces his journey from music enthusiast to visual artist, documenting moments from the city's vibrant DIY creative scene. Drawing on works from his recent solo show STAGE, Williams shares the challenges, joys, and collaborative spirit that shape his deeply human portraits of performers and […]

There’s nothing quite like painting on silk. In this hands-on, adult workshop, artist Phyllis Boger will guide participants through her process of creating watercolor-inspired landscapes on silk, using a spray resist to control the flow of vibrant dyes across stretched fabric. The result? Bold, luminous color that bursts with energy—and endless creative possibility.  Each participant […]

Grab your needles and settle in for a cozy evening of crafting paired with specialty cocktails, live music, and a world-class art collection! Textile artists of all varieties are invited to bring their projects to the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art for a Happy Hour full of casting on, counting stitches, and creating community. Whether […]

It's time to celebrate the Lunar New Year by making some noise! Stop by this week's Super Saturday to make drums - used commonly in Lunar New Year celebrations to scare away bad spirits. We'll transform plates, paint, ribbon, and beads into drums. Registration is required. Spots are limited, so secure your place today! Major […]

The Art Now Collective Celebration is an exciting evening bringing together local artists, collectors, and members of the wider community who are passionate about supporting local art. Join us for a night filled with music, drinks, and the opportunity to meet artists beyond the context of a traditional exhibition. This electric evening will offer an […]

Homeschool families—get ready for a creative, hands-on experience at your art museum! During this special Homeschool Day, students will fold coin envelopes into tiny accordion books, then bring their stories to life through writing and colorful illustration. This playful project invites young learners to become authors, artists, and book designers all in one. From the […]