Now at GRAM Fall 2019

David Wiesner & The Art of Wordless Storytelling | Oct 12, 2019 - Jan 12, 2020

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Dear members, friends, and guests,

2018 – 2019 Board of Trustees

We’re excited for you to discover, create, and grow at GRAM this fall!

Tamara R. Bailey President Kathleen Stewart Ponitz Vice President Lizbeth O’Shaughnessy Secretary/Treasurer Luis E. Avila Stacie Behler Patricia Betz Marilyn Crawford Sam Cummings Joseph H. Doele Jim Engelking Meg Goebel Erin Gravelyn Diane Griffin Kurt Hassberger Christopher Hufnagel Ritsu Katsumata Rishi Makkar India Manns Jane Boyles Meilner Jim Overbeck Sydney DeVos Reames Christopher Rosmarin Carol Sarosik Eddie T.L. Tadlock Mitchell Watt Meg Miller Willit Foundation Board of Trustees Lauretta K. Murphy President Lizbeth O’Shaughnessy Secretary/Treasurer Tamara R. Bailey Thomas A. DeMeester Greg Hooks Janet Nisbett Douglas Padnos Eddie T.L. Tadlock Douglas Williams

The Grand Rapids Art Museum is delighted to present our exhibitions for the upcoming season—Michigan Artist Series, Billy Mayer: The Shape of Things and opening October 12, David Wiesner & The Art of Wordless Storytelling. Showcasing 70 original watercolors as well as a selection of early sketches and notebooks, David Wiesner & The Art of Wordless Storytelling is an exploration of Wiesner’s incredible imagination and careful attention to detail. Wiesner’s wordless books focus on the collaboration between artist and audience as they allow readers to form their own interpretations of the images. We hope you’ll join us the morning following the member exhibition opening for Coffee With the Artist: David Wiesner, where we’ll enjoy coffee, conversation, and a guided tour of the exhibition with the acclaimed illustrator.

This season’s installment of GRAM’s Michigan Artist Series, Billy Mayer: The Shape of Things, celebrates the late artist and Hope College professor’s unique work. Employing a remarkable range of materials and styles, Mayer’s work juxtaposes the familiar with the unexpected, as seen in the installation Here, which is comprised of over 400 small clay skulls topped with individual everyday objects. We’re also excited to present our exhibition, Relevant: Abstraction from GRAM’s Collection, which is guest-curated by Juana Williams, the Exhibitions Curator at the Urban Institute for Contemporary Art (UICA). Relevant is an assemblage of 11 abstract paintings and works on paper from GRAM’s permanent collection that explores the continued relevance of abstraction as an art form and allows viewers the chance to discover something new in GRAM’s Level 3 gallery.

This autumn at GRAM is buzzing with fun and educational activities for people of all ages.

Saturday, November 16 is Family Day! Highlighting David Wiesner & The Art of Wordless Storytelling, the day is packed with activities including drop-in costume-making, a scavenger hunt, sketching tours, and a musical presentation in the Auditorium. Throughout the season, don’t miss out on Drop-in Studio events where you’ll have the chance to create with clay, graphite, watercolor, and other mediums while exploring wordless storytelling.

Lastly, be sure to take advantage of all of the educational opportunities for children as well, like our Parent and Child Workshop on making board books, and Baby and Me Tours for the little ones.

I look forward to seeing you at GRAM this season!

Warmly,

Honorary Life Trustees Anita Carter Pamella DeVos Marilyn Q. Drake David G. Frey Mary Ann Keeler Mary Loupee Mary Nelson Kate Pew Wolters

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In Memoriam The Grand Rapids Art Museum remembers longtime friends and supporters Margaret “Molly” Bradshaw and Chris Overvoorde, for their many years of leadership to the Museum, and connecting our community to art.

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David Wiesner & The Art of Wordless Storytelling October 12, 2019 – January 12, 2020 David Wiesner & The Art of Wordless Storytelling presents a colorful survey of the career of one of the most highly acclaimed book illustrators in the world. David Wiesner (b. 1956) is a master of storytelling through pictures and three-time winner of the Caldecott Medal. Wiesner’s body of work explores the complexity of human imagination through richly layered imagery, clever composition, and humor.

His many books have delighted readers of all ages for three decades with wildly imaginative tales that capture the joy of pictures and stories.

Above: David Wiesner (American, b. 1956), Fish Girl (detail), 2016. Watercolor and ink line on paper, 9 x 13½ inches. Copyright ©2010 by David Wiesner.

Cover: David Wiesner (American, b. 1956), Art & Max (detail), 2010. Watercolor and acrylic on paper, 9½ x 12 inches. Copyright ©2010 by David Wiesner.

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The exhibition features 70 original watercolors from some of

language and predictive reasoning skills. Activities within the

Wiesner’s most beloved books, including the Caldecott Medal winners Tuesday (1991), The Three Pigs (2001), and Flotsam (2006). Examples of Wiesner’s earliest artistic successes are on view, too, as well as sketches and notebooks revealing his time-consuming creative process, which culminates in the enchanting watercolor paintings that anchor the exhibition.

Because these original works are rarely seen, the meticulous processes through which Wiesner achieves his seemingly effortless effects are rarely apprehended. Viewing these works in person, as opposed to their reproductions in books, reveals the multiple layers of watercolor that Wiesner uses to create the exquisitely nuanced hues that bring each piece to life.

exhibition for children, families, and adults have been created to further inspire these skills and create fun experiences for visitors of all ages.

Wiesner began his career providing illustrations for the children’s literary magazine Cricket in 1979 and then undertook a series of collaborations with children’s book authors throughout the 1980s. Free Fall (1988), Wiesner’s first solo work and his first published wordless book, took him three years to complete. Its story, which imagines a boy’s sleeping dreamscapes, is contained within one continuous composition that morphs from one scene to the next.

After it was chosen as a Caldecott Honor Book in 1988, Wiesner determined from then on to focus exclusively on his own visual storytelling.

In the works that came after, including Tuesday and June 29, 1999, he continued to explore storytelling as a collaboration between artist and audience. Wiesner says, “I don’t have to concern myself about whether the reader’s interpretation of each and every detail is the same as mine.” He hopes viewers will actively engage with his work, making connections and creating their own meaning—an engagement that is particularly important for young children, who develop visual literacy well before they are able to read.

Wiesner’s wordless narratives demand attention and deduction from their readers and encourage expressive

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This exhibition has been organized by the Santa Barbara Museum of Art. Support for this exhibition is generously provided by: Herman Miller Cares The Meijer Foundation Wege Foundation Karl and Patricia Betz James and Mary Nelson Dirk and June Hoffius Greg and Meg Willit Rajene and Gregg Betz Ferris State University

Kendall College of Art and Design of Ferris State University Allen and Nancy VanderLaan Luis and Amanda Avila Burr & Company Jeff Gurney and Xuesi Li Gurney Haworth, Inc. Additional funding is provided by the GRAM Exhibition Society.

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MEMBER EXHIBITION OPENING

David Wiesner & The Art of Wordless Storytelling Thursday, October 10 7 pm – 9 pm Grand Rapids Art Museum Free, GRAM Members only Members are invited to join the artist and celebrate the opening of David Wiesner & The Art of Wordless Storytelling.

Guests will enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres, cash bar, and live entertainment by the Mark Lavengood Band.

Register for this event by calling 616.831.2909 or online at artmuseumgr.org/ memberopening.

Above: David Wiesner (American, b. 1956), Art & Max, 2010. Watercolor, acrylic, and poster paint on paper, 13½ x 25¼ inches. Copyright ©2010 by David Wiesner.

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Exhibition-Related Programs and Events Let’s Create! with David Wiesner Saturday, October 12 10:30 am Seymour Library, 2350 Eastern Ave SE, Grand Rapids Free

Above: David Wiesner (American, b. 1956), The Three Pigs, 2001. Watercolor, India ink, gouache, and colored pencil on paper 9 x 22 inches. Copyright ©2001

by David Wiesner.

Little Member Morning Saturday, October 26 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Free, GRAM Members only Parents, caregivers, and grandparents are invited to bring their little ones for story time, art-making, and an interactive guided tour of The Art of Wordless Storytelling. Guests are encouraged to draw inspiration from Wiesner’s work and come dressed as a lizard who likes to paint, a playful cat, or colorful bug.

Register by calling 616.831.1000 or online at artmuseumgr.org/memberevents

Coffee with the Artist: David Wiesner Friday, October 11 11 am – 12:30 pm Grand Rapids Art Museum $25, GRAM Members Only Join us for coffee, conversation, and a guided tour of The Art of Wordless Storytelling with acclaimed illustrator, David Wiesner. Wiesner is a master of storytelling through pictures and three-time winner of the Caldecott Medal.

Wiesner’s exhibition at GRAM explores the complexity of human imagination through richly layered imagery, clever composition, and humor. Space is limited—purchase your tickets early.

Come spend a morning with David Wiesner, author and illustrator of beloved picture books Flotsam and Mr. Wuffles!

Learn about the power of wordless art and help create a masterpiece that will be displayed for the whole community.

Book signing to follow.

COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS

Storytelling Beyond Words Thursdays, October 24, October 31, November 7, and November 14 6 pm Presentation 6:30 pm Conversation and Q+A Grand Rapids Art Museum Free Join GRAM alongside a diverse collection of community partners as we explore how wordless storytelling occurs through different forms of creativity and self-expression.

In these interactive conversations, participants will learn from local experts and experience how seemingly disparate art forms share commonalities.

October 24: Grand Rapids Ballet + Green NV October 31: The Quilt Index + Meteor Ink Tattoo November 7: Kendall College of Art and Design Fashion Studies + Circle Theatre November 14: Mosaic Film Experience + Opera Grand Rapids

Register for this event by calling 616.831.1000 or online at artmuseumgr.org/ membercoffee.

Above: David Wiesner (American, b. 1956), Bugs (detail), 2009. Watercolor on paper, 16 x 18 inches. Collection of Zora and Les Charles.

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Family Day: The Art of Wordless Storytelling Saturday, November 16 10 am – 4 pm Grand Rapids Art Museum Free for GRAM Members, Free with admission Guests of all ages are invited to celebrate David Wiesner & The Art of Wordless Storytelling during Family Day at GRAM! Experience a day of immersive activities that bring the captivating children’s book illustrations to life.

Above: Installation view of Billy Mayer: The Shape of Things

MICHIGAN ARTIST SERIES

Billy Mayer: The Shape of Things August 24, 2019 – February 2, 2020 One of Michigan’s most distinctive and unique sculptors, the late Billy Mayer (1953-2017) created work in numerous media and materials that addressed the mundane elements of daily life, as well as bigger, broader ideas about human existence. Billy Mayer: The Shape of Things brings together both large and small-scale sculpture that demonstrate Mayer’s creative imagination and his impressive range of interests and sources, from Surrealism and Pop Art to souvenir kitsch.

Mayer’s meticulously crafted sculptures juxtapose familiar elements in unexpected arrangements that seem conjured from a parallel reality or dream state.

Family Day Schedule 10 am – 5 pm: 10 am – 5 pm: 10 am – 4 pm: 10 am – 4 pm: 10:30 am: 10 am – 12 pm: 10:30 am – 2:30 pm: 11 am – 3 pm: 11:15 am – 1 pm:

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Museum opens and Family Day begins Galleries open to the public Drop-in Costume Making in the Lobby Scavenger hunt and prizes Musical presentation in the Auditorium Community Mural Painting Family Drop-in and Sketching Tours Story Time Complimentary snacks for GRAM Members in the Auditorium Drop-in Studio: Wordless Storyboards in Crane Studio Musical presentation in the Auditorium Museum closes

For more information, please contact Visitor Services at info@artmuseumgr.org or 616.831.1000.

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Support for this exhibition is generously provided by: Steelcase Inc. Beusse & Porter Family Foundation Greg and Meg Willit The Jury Foundation Listing as of print date

Relevant: Abstraction from GRAM’s Collection September 6, 2019 – January 5, 2020 Relevant: Abstraction from GRAM’s Collection is an exhibition guest-curated by Juana Williams, Exhibitions Curator at the Urban Institute for Contemporary Art (UICA). GRAM occasionally invites guest curators to work with GRAM’s collection to bring fresh ideas and perspectives to our members and visitors.

For Relevant, Williams has assembled 11 abstract paintings and works on paper from GRAM’s permanent collection, most created by artists a half-century or more after abstraction’s invention in the early 20th century.

A native of Detroit, Williams earned a Master of Fine Arts at Wayne State University and held positions at the Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit and the Detroit Institute of Arts before joining the UICA in 2018. Relevant is on view concurrently with the UICA’s exhibition SPECTRA, also curated by Williams.

Conceived as two parts of a whole, Relevant and SPECTRA examine abstract art through historical and contemporary lenses and show how abstraction has remained relevant for over 100 years.

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Coming This Winter

A New State of Matter: Contemporary Glass January 25, 2020 – April 26, 2020 Glass can be translucent, transparent, or opaque; it can refract images or reflect them back to the viewer; it is strong, yet delicate. These qualities make glass perfectly suited for artists to explore fragility, resiliency, transparency, and transformation. This exhibition features work by contemporary artists who are using glass in innovative ways while also presenting its metaphorical possibilities. Their artwork also connects to broader cultural, environmental, political, and spiritual themes.

The exhibition includes work by 19 artists, including Grand Rapids artist Norwood Viviano.

Viviano fuses fine arts practice with data and research findings in geography, economics, and the social sciences to create environments in which sensuous beauty and topical information

coalesce. Viviano has said that, “the fragility of glass serves as a metaphor for balance between time, efficiency, and the inability of manufacturing to change and meet future needs.”

This exhibition is organized by the Boise Art Museum.

A New State of Matter is sponsored by the Laura Moore Cunningham Foundation with additional grant support from the Art Alliance for Contemporary Glass.

Support for this exhibition is generously provided by: Wege Foundation James and Mary Nelson Dirk and June Hoffius Greg and Meg Willit Diana Dopson/D*Lux Travel Haworth, Inc. Lizbeth S. O'Shaughnessy and Terry Rathbun Dr. Ghayas and Joy Uddin

Addition funding provided by the GRAM Exhibition Society Listing as of print date.

Above: Charlotte Potter (American, b. 1981). Pending (detail), 2014. Cameo engraved glass and metal, 156 x 360 x 96 inches. Courtesy of the artist and Heller Gallery, New York.

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Hands-on Artmaking for All Ages October: 2D to 3D Mix and mold modeling clay as you bring the surreal illustrations of David Wiesner to life. Gain inspiration from David Wiesner & The Art of Wordless Storytelling in the galleries, then head to GRAM Studio to turn 2D sketches into a 3D clay sculpture.

November: Wordless Storyboards Using blank storyboards as a guide, explore graphite and watercolor to create your own wordless illustrations inspired

by David Wiesner & The Art of Wordless Storytelling.

Drop-in Studio Saturdays each month, 1 pm – 4 pm, and select Thursdays, 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm Free for members, free with admission The next time you visit the Museum on a Saturday, drop in to GRAM Studio and enjoy hands-on artmaking and gallery activities.

Drop-in Studio is a great opportunity for individuals of all ages to learn a new skill and gain a deeper engagement with the artwork on view.

Parent and Child Workshop: Board Books Sunday, November 3 10:30 am – 12:30 pm $35, GRAM members receive 20% off Discover David Wiesner’s colorful illustrations in the galleries and create a one-of-a-kind storybook with your child in GRAM Studio. Together, parent and child will dream up their own surreal landscape and create a unique picture book to be enjoyed for years to come.

To register, visit artmuseumgr.org/boardbooks. For more information, please contact Kimberly Mills at 616.831.2927 or gramstudio@artmuseumgr.org.

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December: Original Ornaments Celebrate the holiday season in GRAM Studio! Drop in and explore a variety of materials to create beautiful original ornaments.

January: Discover Monir Discover Monir Shahroudy Farmanfarmaian’s artwork, Tir from GRAM’s Collection, and create your own shining example of reverse painting in the studio.

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GRAM Discovery Club Select Wednesdays October 9, November 13, December 11, and January 8 10:30 am – 11:30 am $3 per child, $7 per adult, free for members GRAM Discovery Club is an educational program for children ages 3-5 and their families. It occurs every second Wednesday of the month, and each session features a new theme to engage children in the exhibitions with games, stories, music, and an art project.

October 9: Autumn Adventures November 13: Telling Stories December 11: Celebrate Art January 8: Journey into Imagination The deadline to register for GRAM Discovery Club programming is two days prior to the event date. To register, contact Group Experience Manager Kristen Hoeker at 616.831.2930 or khoeker@artmuseumgr.org.

Story Time with Grand Rapids Public Library October 17, November 21, December 19, and January 16 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm Free The Grand Rapids Art Museum and Grand Rapids Public Library have teamed up to present a fun family outing each month! All story time programs take place at the Museum and include story time, mini family exhibition tours, and an art project. Programs are for children of all ages, and last approximately 90 minutes. Registration is not required.

October 17: Underwater Adventures November 21: Art & You! December 19: Animals of the Imagination January 16: Winter Wonderland Story Time programs are held on Meijer Free Thursday Nights, and programming is available to guests at no cost thanks to the generous support of The Meijer Foundation.

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Scout Event Day Saturday, November 2 Available sessions: 9:45 am - 12 pm or 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm Two leaders free per group, $6 per scout, $7 per additional adult Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts, and Boy Scouts of all levels are invited to attend Scout Day at GRAM! Scouts attend as a troop/group or individually with a leader, parent, or guardian present. Scouts will experience the Museum like never before with activity stations throughout the building highlighting exhibitions such as David Wiesner & The Art of Wordless Storytelling, which features artwork and interactives from popular children’s books, and the permanent collection with artwork spanning hundreds of years. Activities include games, photo ops, scavenger hunts, art making projects, and more! Each scout will receive a special GRAM patch at the conclusion of their visit.

Pricing includes event entry, admission to the Museum, all materials, and one patch per scout. The deadline for registration is October 18. Room reservations for sack lunches available upon request. To register, contact Group Experience Manager, Kristen Hoeker at khoeker@artmuseumgr.org or 616.831.2930.

Drop-in Tours Select Tuesdays and Saturdays 1 pm - 2 pm Free for members, free with admission Drop-in and explore the galleries with one of our dedicated docents, and discover the Museum’s newest exhibitions and works in the collection. This is a fantastic opportunity for art lovers of all ages to explore the many works on view at GRAM. Registration is not required. Tours meet in the Museum Lobby.

Upcoming Drop-in Tours

Light the Night Thursday, December 19 5 pm – 9 pm Free Flashlight Tour: GRAM Members $10 Non-members $15

October 15 Billy Mayer: The Shape of Things October 19 David Wiesner & The Art of Wordless Storytelling October 29 GRAM’s Collection: Made in The Mitten November 12 David Wiesner & The Art of Wordless Storytelling November 23 Billy Mayer: The Shape of Things December 7 GRAM’s Collection: Art and Travel December 28 David Wiesner & The Art of Wordless Storytelling January 14 Billy Mayer: The Shape of Things

Make the most of one of the shortest days of the year with after-hours exhibitions and gallery activities exploring light and shadow. Enjoy artmaking activities, scavenger hunts, prizes, guided tours at 6:30 pm and 7:45 pm, a live musical performance, and more. This event is free until 9 pm, then the Museum lights will be turned off and visitors can go onan exclusive, after-hours flashlight tour.

All tour guests must be over 10 years old, and capacity is limited for flashlight tours. Pre-register by calling 616.831.1002 or online at artmuseumgr.org/flashlight.

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Above: Billy Mayer (American, 1953–2017). Here (detail), 1993–2015. 440 individual pieces, glazed earthenware and paint. Courtesy of Michel L. Conroy.

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Drop-in Sketching Tours Select Saturdays 1 pm – 2 pm Free for members, free with admission On the second Saturday of each month, join a docent-guided sketching tour of GRAM’s exhibitions. Sketching is a wonderful way to look more deeply at the works of art on view as well as express your own creativity. These tours are open to individuals of all ages and levels of experience, and supplies are provided. Tours meet in the Museum Lobby.

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Upcoming Drop-in Tours October 12 David Wiesner & The Art of Wordless Storytelling November 9 Billy Mayer: The Shape of Things December 14 David Wiesner & The Art of Wordless Storytelling January 11 Relevant: Abstract Artwork from GRAM’s Collection

Baby and Me Tours Select Tuesdays: October 22, November 19, and December 17 11 am – 12 pm Free Parents, caregivers, and grandparents are invited to join us for an interactive tour and discussion inspired by our latest exhibitions and permanent collection. Expect a special kind of outing where no one minds if a baby lends an opinion with a coo or a cry. Strollers permitted; carrying or baby wearing is encouraged. Baby and Me tours are perfect for children age 0-18 months. Tours meet in the Museum lobby.

Pre-register online at artmuseumgr.org/tours or by calling Visitor Services at 616.831.1000.

Baby and Me Tours are held on Meijer Free Thursday Nights, and programming is available to guests at no cost thanks to the generous support of The Meijer Foundation.

Superstitions in Art Tour Thursday, October 24 Tours offered at 6:45 pm and 8 pm $5 Member Adult, $4 Youth, $7 Adult Join GRAM for a special once-a-year tour exploring eerie superstitions from history represented in the artwork on view. Guests will be taken throughout the Museum with a docent to hear strange tales and legends, and some works of art on view may give you the chills. Each guest will also receive a special souvenir and a coupon to The Museum Store.

The deadline for registration is October 22. Registration can be completed online at artmuseumgr.org/tours or by calling 616.831.1000.

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Creativity Uncorked Fridays, October 11, November 8, December 6, and January 10 6:45 pm – 9 pm $40, members receive 20% off After the Museum closes its doors, grab a friend and enjoy a glass of wine and artmaking in GRAM Studio. Each program is designed from the exhibitions on view or the Museum’s Collection. Programs begin at 6:45 pm. Arrive early at 6:15 pm to enjoy two complimentary drinks, music, and mingling with fellow art lovers. Ages 21+ only.

December 6: Color Sensitivity Workshop Exploring the science behind color, learn about artist and educator Josef Albers’s color theory methods. Improve your sensitivity to color as you learn the various properties of color and light, gaining a better understanding of why color is the most complex element of art.

October 11: Abstract Atmospheric Paintings Gain inspiration on a tour of Relevant: Abstract Paintings from GRAM’s Collection, then head to the studio to create abstract works of your own. Exploring the principles of design, discover your unique voice through abstract paintings on canvas.

January 10: Hand-building with Paperclay View the works in GRAM’s Michigan Artist Series, Billy Mayer: The Shape of Things and explore form through the versatile nature of paperclay. Learn various hand-building techniques and play with decorative motifs while creating a one-of-akind object.

All supplies are provided. For more information, please contact Kimberly Mills at 616.831.2927 or gramstudio@artmuseumgr.org.

Art For Life

November 8: Tunnel Book Creations Get lost in David Wiesner’s surreal watercolors in the galleries before creating your own multi-layered tunnel book in GRAM Studio. Inspired by unique still-life and landscape scenes, you will assemble your one-of-a-kind creation into a finished art book.

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Programs are supported by Art for Life contributions, dedicated to sustaining and growing the vital work of the Learning and Creativity Department.

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Adult Workshops Sundays, October 20, November 17, and December 15 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm $35, GRAM members receive 20% off Attend GRAM’s Adult Workshops and discover an afternoon of artmaking and gallery activities. Tour the collection galleries while discussing the history and context of a different process, then experience an in-depth demonstration of tools and techniques before creating your own unique project. Leave with a printed record of what was taught along with a list of resources for continuing at home. All materials provided.

Open to ages 16+.

November 17: Fall Crepe Paper Flowers Paper flower making is back with a beautiful range of autumnal floral hues! Discover where foliage can be found within our permanent collection, then explore the spectrum of fall colors as you craft paper flowers that will bring the season into your home.

October 20: Modern Hanging Lamps Come hang out in GRAM Studio as we create modern hanging lamps that will add an air of sophistication and creativity to your home. Gain inspiration from GRAM’s permanent collection and assemble a one-of-a-kind work of art that will light up your life.

December 15: Woodblock Holiday Cards Greet everyone this holiday season with a unique, handmade card. Explore GRAM’s collection to get inspired by the mark-making possibilities, then design, carve, and print your own unique cards!

Registration is required for all GRAM Studio workshops. Space is limited to 30 participants, so reserve your spot today at artmuseumgr.org/ gramstudio. For more information, please contact GRAM Studio at 616.831.2927 or gramstudio@ artmuseumgr.org.

If you register multiple participants or for multiple Creativity Uncorked or Adult Workshop events, you can receive quantity discounts. Receive $3 off each ticket when purchasing three tickets and $4 off each ticket when purchasing four or more.

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Yoga at GRAM Select Thursdays October 17, November 21, December 12, and January 16 5:45 pm – 6:45 pm Cook Auditorium Free The Grand Rapids Art Museum and AM Yoga present Yoga at GRAM, with support by Priority Health. Join us on select Thursday evenings for exceptional Vinyasa-style yoga classes with instructors Ashley Yost and Mali Jane.

Thanks to the generous support of Priority Health, classes are donation-based and proceeds go directly to support AM Yoga.

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Sunday Classical Concert Series Fall Series: Sundays, November 17 – December 15 Winter Series: Sundays, February 2 – March 1, 2020 1 – 2 pm Free for GRAM Members, Free with admission On Sundays throughout fall and winter you can enjoy live classical music performances set amidst GRAM’s beautiful architecture and galleries. Seating is first come, first served in Cook Auditorium. This concert series is a unique showcase of 10 performances by world-renowned musicians.

Visit artmuseumgr.org/sccs to view the series lineup.

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EXHIBITION CATALOGUE

David Wiesner & The Art of Wordless Storytelling The beautifully-illustrated exhibition catalogue David Wiesner & The Art of Wordless Storytelling is available for $29.95 in The Museum Store. With over 100 color illustrations, the publication is the perfect companion to the exhibition.

Additional titles by Wiesner, including Caldecott Medal winners Tuesday (1991), The Three Pigs (2001), and Flotsam (2006), can be purchased in The Museum Store.

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