Brooks Museum of Art

In this class, enjoy a guided viewing of the exhibition ‘Of Salt and Spirit: Black Quilters in the American South’. Then take your inspiration to the studio where instructor Britt Herring will guide you through creating painted collage materials to cut-up and assemble in your own quilt inspired pieces. Learn about mono-printing with gel plates, […]

Teen Workshop - Artwork Documentation For High School Juniors and Seniors In this hands-on workshop, high school juniors and seniors will learn how to effectively document their artwork for submission without the need for professional equipment. This class focuses on practical techniques for shooting photos of your art using everyday tools like smartphones and basic […]

This Super Saturday we’re looking at food as art! Bring the family out to create tiny sculptures of your favorite foods. Memphis’ Art Collection has several pieces beautifully depicting food including works by Micheal Rogers and Donald Sultan Using Model Magic and sculpting tools you have a chance to create something you could almost eat! […]

This month’s Homeschool Day is all about quilts! Learn about the geometry of quilt patterns by making your own paper quilt squares. Bring the whole family to collaborate on your own mini paper family quilt. Afterwards join one of our docent-led tours, or go at your own pace, to see our newest exhibition, Of Salt […]

November is Indigenous Heritage Month and we’re celebrating by learning about artists like Dyani White Hawk. This artist is known for using geometric shapes and abstraction in their art. Create your own piece of abstract art and learn about the importance of weaving and symbolism in Lakota heritage. Super Saturday takes place every week during […]

Join curator Kristin Pedrozo for a closer look at ‘Of Salt and Spirit: Black Quilters in the American South’. Over the past twenty years, the Mississippi Museum of Art has amassed one of the largest quilt collections in the American South. This exhibition will feature highlights of handmade and machine-stitched quilts by renowned Black southern […]

What stories live in a stitch? Join Memphis-based artist, designer, and quilter Susan Rogers for an intimate conversation exploring her exhibition Of Salt and Spirit and the deeply personal, communal, and cultural traditions behind quilting. In conversation with curator Kristin Pedrozo, Susan will share how she first learned to quilt at age five, sewing beside […]

Reception: 5:30 PM | Talk: 6:30 PM Legendary editor, designer, and creative force Marian McEvoy joins us for an inspiring evening of style, storytelling, and design.From the glittering runways of Paris to the pages of iconic interiors magazines, McEvoy’s career spans decades of fashion, décor, and decorative arts. Join your art museum and the Decorative […]

Advance in your watercolor practice in this Intermediate Watercolor Landscapes workshop with local artist Stacey Meredith. All materials are provided. Some experience with watercolor painting is recommended. For more information on our beginner workshops, please visit https://www.brooksmuseum.org/program/art-making.