Family Program Highlights All ages
The Artist’s Studio: Curved Constructions Saturdays and Sundays in November Drop in 11:00–2:00 No registration required
Use everyday materials to create small model buildings inspired by Inside Studio Gang Architects. (No program November 10)
Ages 3–5
The Little Studio
Carin Berger. Illustration from Behold the Bold Umbrellaphant and Other Poems, 2006. Written by Jack Prelutsky. HarperCollins Publishers.
Picturing Poetry opening november 17 Ryan education center, picture book gallery
Picturing Poetry features dynamic interpretations of verse by picture book artists Carin Berger, R. Gregory Christie, Brian Pinkney, James Rumford, Peter Sís, and Ed Young. Conjuring enchanting images to illustrate poems that range from ancient epics like Beowulf and The Conference of the Birds to modern works by writers such as Langston Hughes and Robert Frost, all of these award-winning artists offer new ways of seeing the unique power of poetry.
Wednesdays: November 7 and 14 and December 5 and 12 Drop in 11:00–1:00 no Registration required
Play and explore in this interactive space designed to introduce our youngest visitors to the wonders and joys of art.
AGES 6–12
Family Yoga and Art Sunday, November 4, 2:00–4:00 $15 Member adult and child; $5 each additional person Registration required ■
Breathe, stretch, and discover your inner balance and serenity in an introductory family yoga class. Learn traditional yoga poses as well as poses inspired by a guided gallery visit.
Family Festival: Diwali
Ages 13–19
Saturday, November 10 Drop in 10:30–3:00
Teen Workshop: Video Art
No registration required
Join us to celebrate the Hindu festival of light! Create a work of art inspired by Indian traditions, visit the galleries of Southeast Asian art with a new family self-guide, enjoy dance programs led by Kalapriya, or draw a favorite artwork in the galleries.
For a complete list of programs or a copy of our brochure, visit www.artic.edu/kids, call (312) 857-7161, or e-mail familyprograms@artic.edu. Family Programs are free and meet in the Ryan Education Center unless otherwise noted. Children under 14 must be accompanied by adults.
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Saturday, December 15, 11:00–4:00 $10 Members; Registration required ■
Visit the exhibition Steve McQueen to see how the artist uses image, sound, and video in his work; then create your own video art piece. For more information and to register, call (312) 857-7142 or e-mail teens@artic.edu.
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REGISTER, visit www.artic.edu/calendar. For assistance or more information, call (312) 857-7161.
All Mini Masters, Family Workshops, Special Workshops, Tween Workshops, and Teen Workshops require registration. Find more programs on our website.