Art History + Happy Hour: Minimalism
Sip drinks and explore the art of simplicity during this deep dive into AMFA’s new exhibition Minimalism: Color, Line, Form. The influential Minimalist movement of the 1960s and 1970s found […]
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Undivided: Theaster Gates/Nari Ward
Theaster Gates and Nari Ward, two internationally recognized artists, will sit down for a once-in-a-lifetime conversation as they delve deep into unexplored territories within their artistic practices. AMFA’s Undivided series redefines the traditional conventions of an Artist Talk by pairing contemporary artists together to interview each other, creating nothing less than an unforgettable dialogue. Gates […]
Art Talk: The Triumph of Nature
Hear inspiring insights into The Triumph of Nature: Art Nouveau from the Chrysler Museum of Art from its organizing curator, Dr. Lloyd DeWitt. DeWitt will discuss the curves, natural motifs, and refined elegance of Art Nouveau furniture, glass, and works, and examine the influence of economy, trade, and culture in France that led to this […]
Behind the Curtain with Fergie Philippe
Join Broadway star Fergie L. Philippe for an engaging discussion about his journey from summer stock intern to main stage performer! Philippe comes to AMFA as an Artist-in-Residence to direct An Unlikely Hero having recently trod Broadway’s biggest stages for his roles in Hamilton and Camelot. Hear backstage stories of Philippe’s recent collaborations with showbiz […]
The Cézanne Effect: Art Talk with George Shackelford
Though he had a long career, Paul Cézanne rarely exhibited in Paris before a retrospective brought him out of near obscurity in 1895. From that point on, Cézanne’s art exerted a profound influence on a young generation of painters and spurred the development of many artistic movements in the 20th century. Join George Shackelford, Deputy […]
Engaging Space and Color: Artist Talk with Anne Lindberg (CANCELED)
In this insightful talk, multi-disciplinary artist Anne Lindberg describes her process of blurring the lines between drawing, sculpture, and textiles. Responding to architecture, nature, and light, Lindberg is known for her installations of taut threads that create immersive and unexpected environments in response to the architecture of the surrounding space. In 2023, AMFA commissioned Lindberg […]
Bridging Worlds: The Influence of Diego Rivera and Latin Artists on European Art Movements
Discover the vibrant exchange of artistic styles and cultural influences of Diego Rivera and Latin artists who journeyed across Europe in the early 20th century. This insightful lecture explores how artists like Diego Rivera engaged with and transformed European art movements, creating a rich tapestry of innovation and cross-cultural dialogue that shaped both Latin American […]
A Transformative Gift: The Rockefeller Legacy and the Arts in Arkansas
In 1955, Abby Rockefeller Mauzé—daughter of John D. Rockefeller, Jr., sister of future Governor Winthrop Rockefeller, and sister-in-law of future Arkansas First Lady Jeannette Edris Rockefeller (pictured above)—made a significant gift to the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, then called the Museum of Fine Arts: the monumental painting Dos Mujeres (Two Women) by Diego Rivera. […]