Explore Art - September/October 2015

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FEATURED EXHIBITIONS

Thomas Hart Benton, American (1889–1975). Lewis and Clark at Eagle Creek, 1967. Courtesy of the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art, Indianapolis, Indiana, 1989.2.10. Art © Benton Testamentary Trusts/UMB Bank Trustee/VAGA, New York, NY.

American Epics: Thomas Hart Benton and Hollywood Opens October 10 | Featured Exhibition Galleries L13–L15

FEATURED T EXHIBITION TICKETS Members: FREE Adults: $12

This first major Benton exhibition in more than 25 years reveals the fascinating but overlooked relationship between Benton’s art, movie making and visual storytelling. Nearly 100 works and complementary film clips highlight the cinematic content, composition and technical underpinnings of Benton’s art.

Seniors over 55: $10

The Peabody Essex Museum, Salem, Massachusetts, organized this exhibition in collaboration with The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art and the Amon Carter Museum of American Art.

Students with ID: $6

The national tour of this exhibition is sponsored by Bank of America.

Children 12 and under: FREE Groups of 10 or more (call ahead to reserve): $8 per person

In Kansas City, this exhibition is supported by Paul DeBruce, Shirley and Barnett C. Helzberg, Jr., the Committee of 100, the Marguerite M. Peet Museum Trust, John and Kay Callison, James B. Nutter & Company, Ann and Kenneth Baum, Henry W. Bloch, Nancy and Rick Green, the Barton P. and Mary D. Cohen Charitable Trust, the Hunt Family Foundation, the Sosland Foundation, the Thomas & Sally Wood Family Foundation, the Elizabeth C. Bonner Charitable Trust and our Honorary Committee (as of July 31, 2015).

This exhibition was made possible in part by a major grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities: Celebrating 50 Years of Excellence, with additional support from the National Endowment for the Arts. The exhibition is supported by an indemnity from the Federal Council on the Arts and Humanities.

CLOSING IN OCTOBER ON THE COVER Thomas Hart Benton, American (1889–1975). Hollywood (detail), 1937–1938. The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Kansas City, Missouri, Bequest of the artist, F7521/12. Art © Benton Testamentary Trusts/UMB Bank Trustee/VAGA, New York, NY.

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Philip Haas: The Four Seasons Through October 18 Donald J. Hall Sculpture Park

World War I and the Rise of Modernism Through October 18 Galleries P31 & P34

FREE EXHIBITIONS

Emmet Gowin: Photographs Through November 8 | Gallery L11 A career retrospective of Emmet Gowin, one of the most important photographers of the last 50 years, this exhibition explores the magic of the everyday, the sublimity of human history and the natural world, and the rich diversity of life.

Emmet Gowin, American (b. 1941). Edith, Danville, Virginia, 1998. Gelatin silver print, 6 3/8 x 6 5/16 inches.

Gift of Hallmark Cards, Inc., 2005.27.1397.

Hale Aspacio Woodruff (American, 1900–1980), The Building of Savery Library, 1942, oil on canvas, 72 x 120 inches, Collection of Talladega College, Talladega, Alabama. © Talladega College. Photo: Peter Harholdt.

Rising Up: Hale Woodruff’s Murals at Talladega College Opening September 25 | Gallery L8 Woodruff’s six vibrant, monumental murals educated and inspired the Talladega community through depictions of heroic efforts to resist slavery and noteworthy

events in the institution’s history. Today these dynamic murals remain symbols of the centuries-long struggle for civil rights.

This exhibition is organized by the High Museum of Art, Atlanta, in collaboration with Talladega College, Talladega, Alabama.

In Kansas City, the exhibition is supported by The Donald J. Hall Initiative.

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TOURS

TOURS Highlights of the Collection Wed–Fri 1:30 p.m.

Thurs/Fri 6:30 & 7:30 p.m.

Sat/Sun 1:30 & 2:30 p.m.

FREE | Meet at Info Desk Drop in for a guided tour and enjoy interesting conversation about works in the collection.

Featured Exhibition Tour American Epics: Thomas Hart Benton and Hollywood October 10, 2015–January 3, 2016 Exhibition ticket required Drop-in tours available Wednesday–Friday at 1 p.m. Visit our website to schedule a tour for six or more. Look for a museum guide and share lively conversation in the exhibition Thursdays & Fridays, 6–8 p.m., and weekends, 1–4 p.m.

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Thomas Hart Benton, American (1889–1975).

Self-Portrait With Rita, ca. 1924. National Portrait Gallery, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Jack H. Mooney, NPG.75.30. Art © Benton Testamentary Trusts/UMB Bank Trustee/VAGA, New York, NY.

FOR FAMILIES!

Join us every Saturday and Sunday from 1–4 p.m. for FREE hands-on activities, close looking and conversation with museum guides in the galleries and Bloch Lobby.

WE E K E ND FAMILY AC TIVITIE S In September and October, discover the museum’s Burnap collection of ceramics.

Gallery Activity Learn about the tools used to create English slipware in the museum’s Burnap collection, and explore touchable objects such as feather brushes and various pieces of ornate pottery.

FUN Spot Draw and decorate your own designs for a special place setting in this art activity.

Story Time for Preschoolers Join us September 13 & October 11, and every second Sunday, at 1:30 p.m. in Noguchi Court for story time led by librarians from the Kansas City Public Library.

NEW! Junior Jaunts: Stroller Tours Docent’s Choice, Highlights in Nelson-Atkins Building Fridays, Sept. 18 & Oct. 16 | 10:15–11 a.m.

FREE | Meet near Coat Check, Bloch Lobby Bring your baby in a stroller or carrier for an adult-focused, yet infant-friendly, mini tour.

Enjoy discussion of a few favorite art galleries. No worries about loud little ones or reservations needed!

SAVE THE DATES Day of the Dead Altar Installation and Family Festival Altar Installation: October 28–November 15 Family Festival: Sunday, November 1 Noon–4 p.m.

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SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER

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Artist File Initiative – Drop-In 4 –6 p.m. | Spencer Art Reference Library Come set up your artist file as we help document Kansas City’s creative community.

Call 816.751.1216 with any questions.

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WEDNESDAY

Artful Conversation Egyptian Mystery 1–2:30 p.m. | Info Desk

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Friends of Art Gallery Hack 6 p.m. | Check-in, Cocktails in Bloch Lobby 6:30 & 7:15 p.m. | Tours limited to 50

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Programs are FREE unless a price is listed. Friends of Art receive a 20% discount on events and classes unless noted. Society of Fellows receive free event tickets and 30% discount on classes (unless noted).

This un-highlights tour uncovers hidden stories of one of Kansas City’s most spectacular cultural institutions.

Geared for new members. See some of the museum’s most fascinating treasures!

Join Happy Hour in Bloch Lobby prior to the tour. One free drink ticket included.

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FRIDAY

YFA Second Friday Happy Hour 6–8 p.m. | North Plaza Grab your friends to join YFA and guest BOTAR, featuring a live band and food trucks.

Become a member to receive great benefits all year long and support YOUR museum. Cash bar with special member pricing.

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Know Your Museum Tour The Art of Decoration 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

11 a.m.–Noon & 1:30–2:30 p.m.

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Been doing some redecorating over summer? Come view a selection of often overlooked decorative art objects in our collection.

HAPPY HOUR @ Bloch Lobby 5–8 p.m. | Thursdays Small plates, full bar, artful experience, and eclectic music.

SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE September 11–October 4 Atkins Auditorium The museum is proud to host Kansas City Repertory Theatre’s performances of Sunday in the Park with George, a Sondheim and Lapine Pulitzer-Prize winning play inspired by Georges Seurat’s famous painting A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte. Tickets available at kcrep.org. nelson-atkins.org

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SEPTEMBER

MUSEUM STORE FALL SALE Thursday, September 17– Sunday, September 20 Museum Store Bloch Lobby

Join this not-so-quiet night at the museum every month for live music, free programs, art activities and more, showcasing the talents of our local artists and collaborators, just for adult audiences! For schedule and more information, visit nelson-atkins.org.

OUTSIDE THE BLOCH

NIGHT CIRCUS

September 17 6–9 p.m. | Bloch Lobby

October 15 6–9 p.m. | Bloch Lobby

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FRIDAY

Special Performance Classical Turkish Music and Whirling Dervishes 11 a.m.–Noon | Kirkwood Hall Enjoy traditional Sufi music and brief performances of Whirling Dervishes in their ritual dance called sema. In collaboration with the Dialogue Institute of the Southwest.

Charlotte Street Artist Walks James Woodfill September 17 6–7 p.m., 7–8 p.m.

T | Lens 2 James Woodfill leads a tour of his inspirations, looking at art historical and regional urban references to unravel the complex interactions enabled by built environments. Note: All participants attend a brief presentation of the artist’s work in Lens 2.

Series continues October 15.

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SATURDAY

Special Presentation Strange and Wondrous: The Clark Collection of Japanese Art 2–3 p.m. | Lens 2 | T

As part of the Art in the U.S.Japan Relationship: Curators’ Perspectives project, Andreas Marks presents insights into the wonders of Japanese art in the Elizabeth and Willard “Bill” Clark collection, recently acquired by the Minneapolis Institute of Arts.

In collaboration with the Kansas City Japan-America Society.

Unique home décor, jewelry, children’s items and books at substantially reduced prices.

Join us adjacent to the Museum Store. Additional discounts do not apply.

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SUNDAY

Deaf Awareness Week Celebration 12:30–4 p.m. | Bloch Building Join us for tours with ASL interpreters, art activities lead by local deaf artists and ASL poetry performances by students from the Kansas School of the Deaf. Schedule at nelson-atkins.org.

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Print Society How to Speak to a Conservator 6–7:30 p.m. | Rockhill Room FREE for Print Society; $10 for all others Conservator Mark Stevenson will share tips on the proper way to handle works on paper and discuss a variety of conservation methodologies.

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FRIDAY

Member Preview Day Rising Up: Hale Woodruff’s Murals at Talladega College 10 a.m.–9 p.m.

Project Space Gallery L8

SEPTEMBER

Rozzelle Court Restaurant Lunch Wednesday–Sunday 11 a.m.–2 p.m.

Happy Hour @ Bloch Lobby Thursdays | 5–8 p.m.

Evening Dinner Fridays, 5–10:30 p.m.

Georges Seurat, French (1859-1891). The Channel at Gravelines, Petit-Fort-Philippe, 1890. Oil on panel, 6 1/4 x 9 7/8 inches. Gift of Henry W. and Marion H. Bloch, 2015.13.22.

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TUESDAY

The 33rd Annual Joseph S. and Ethel B. Atha Lecture To the Point: Seurat and Post -Impressionism 6–7 p.m. | Atkins Auditorium | T

Unique menu & different musical artists each week.

Reservations suggested, 816.751.1ART (1278), option 2. Member discounts.

Celebrate the KC Rep’s production of Sunday in the Park with George with Ellen W. Lee as she highlights George Seurat’s Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte, the inspiration for Stephen Sondheim’s musical. She also will discuss works in the Nelson-Atkins collection including the recent addition of a Seurat from the collection of Marion and Henry Bloch.

Atha Dinner 7 p.m. | Rozzelle Court $70 per person | M T Members of the Society of Fellows are invited to attend the Atha Dinner following the lecture.

MUSEUM STORE EVENTS

Holiday Party Elevate Your Celebration

September & October | Bloch Lobby Local artists will demonstrate and discuss the creative inspirations for their work which will be available for purchase in the Museum Store. Visit nelson-atkins.org for more details.

SEPTEMBER 12 | Michelle Lin, Collage SEPTEMBER 19 | Jessica Thompson-Lee, Jewelry of slip SEPTEMBER 27 | Myrna Minnis, Sculptor OCTOBER 17

| Danya Roselle, Jewelry & beading

OCTOBER 21

| RAYGUN, Screen printing

Plan Ahead: Reserve your organization’s winter holiday party in September for November, December or early January and receive complimentary tickets to American Epics: Thomas Hart Benton and Hollywood for all your invited guests.

For details, call Julie at 816.751.1268 or email jbishop@nelson-atkins.org

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OCTOBER OCTOBER

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OPENING EVENTS American Epics: Thomas Hart Benton and Hollywood

Print Society Art for Every Home: Associated American Artists Marianna Kistler Beach Museum Manhattan, Kansas 1–3 p.m.

R |FREE for Print Society $10 for all others We will gather in Manhattan to see the exhibition that explores how Associated American Artists, the publisher of prints

by Thomas Hart Benton, John Steuart Curry and Grant Wood, influenced the popularity of American prints during the 1930s and 40s.

Special Presentation Epic Thomas Hart Benton 2–3:30 p.m.

Atkins Auditorium | T American Epics: Thomas Hart Benton and Hollywood curator Austen Barron Bailly and tour conservator Mary Schafer discuss Benton’s dynamic epic paintings to celebrate the opening day of the exhibition.

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WEDNESDAY

Artful Conversation Mary in Mourning 1-2:30 p.m. | Info Desk A story in sculpture, a study in sorrow, a mother’s grief.

Come join in a discussion about the The Mourning Virgin by German sculptor Tilman Riemenschneider.

8 & 9 | Thursday & Friday Member Preview Days 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Featured Exhibition Galleries L13–L15 | M T 8 | Thursday Society of Fellows & Business Council Opening Reception 6–8 p.m. | Bloch Lobby and Featured Exhibition Galleries: L13–L15 | M T We are rolling out the red carpet for our members. Join us in true Hollywood style as we celebrate our fall featured exhibition. Live entertainment and cocktail reception in Bloch Lobby.

Society of Fellows Celebratory Dinner 7:30 p.m. | Kirkwood Hall M T | $200 ($150 tax deductible) The evening of glitz and glamour continues in the grand Kirkwood Hall with a decadent dinner among friends.

ABOVE: Thomas Hart Benton, American (1889–1975). Thursday Night at the Cock-and-Bull. It’s the Maid’s Night Out (detail), 1937.

Private collection. Art © Benton Testamentary Trusts/UMB Bank Trustee/VAGA, New York, NY.

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9 | Friday Enhanced Art Experience (Family $150 and above member levels) 6–7:30 p.m.

Atkins Auditorium and Kirkwood Hall | M T We are excited to welcome Austen Barron Bailly, curator at the Peabody Essex Museum, who will lead a riveting conversation on Benton’s works. Followed by an exclusive cocktail reception in Kirkwood Hall.

Friends of Art Member Night 7–9 p.m. | Bloch Lobby and Featured Exhibition Galleries L13–L15 | M T Our members see it first!

Put on the ritz and celebrate Benton, red carpet style. Live entertainment and cash bar in Bloch Lobby.

YFA Happy Hour 6–8 p.m. | Lens 2 Network with young professionals and join the revelry during the opening of American Epics. Become a member to receive free exhibition access plus much more. Cash bar available with special member pricing.

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Know Your Museum Tour Ghosts & Goblins 11 a.m.–Noon & 1:30–2:30 p.m.

Meet at Info Desk | M T If you’re still searching for costume inspiration this Halloween, look no further!

Check out some benevolent, as well as a few ghoulish, characters who call the Nelson-Atkins their home.

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Special Event Rising Up: An Evening in Song 6:30–7:30 p.m.

Atkins Auditorium | T Acclaimed vocalists, The Divas, present a concert inspired

by Hale Woodruff ’s Talladega murals.

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Artist Talk Emmet Gowin in Conversation 6–7 p.m.

Atkins Auditorium | T Charlotte Street Artist Walks Marcie Miller Gross 6–7 p.m. & 7–8 p.m.

Lens 2 | T Marcie Miller Gross’s objects, installations and drawings, expressed through simple materials and minimal form, respond to conditions of place. See works in the museum’s collection through her perspective as she leads a short gallery tour. Note: All participants attend a brief presentation of the artist’s work in Lens 2. Series continues November 19.

Photographer Emmet Gowin and curator Keith F. Davis discuss the rich tapestry of ideas that have informed Gowin’s work over the course of his distinguished career.

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The Mary Atkins Lecture Jeanne Gang, Founder and Principal of Studio Gang Architects 6–7 p.m. | Atkins Auditorium T | $15 Non-member/ $10 Member/$5 Student Spend an inspiring evening with MacArthur Fellow and National Design Award winner Jeanne Gang. As founder and principal of Studio Gang Architects, a design practice based in Chicago and New York, Gang heads a creative team of architects, designers and thinkers who identify urban patterns, test ideas and materials, and develop new models at various scales.

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Special Presentation Rising Up: Spoken Word 6–7 p.m. | T Project Space Gallery L8

HAPPY HOUR @ Bloch Lobby 5–8 p.m. | Thursdays

Join us for a dramatic evening of art-inspired poetry as awardwinning poets, José Faus, Natasha Ria El-Scari and Sheri “Purpose” Hall are led by Glenn North to give voice to Rising Up.

Small plates, full bar, artful experience, and eclectic music.

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November 5 Photo Society: Matthew Pillsbury 6 p.m. | Atkins Auditorium T

Artist Matthew Pillsbury explores time’s passage in public and private places through his photographs. Sponsored by The Photography Society.

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enrollment required for all classes

studio classes & workshops

The Ford Learning Center has been made possible by Ford Motor Company Fund.

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FALL STUDIO CLASSES FOR AGES 3–ADULT The world-class collection of the Nelson-Atkins’ is the inspiration for our studio programs. Direct experience with art in the galleries provides students with a foundation for art making in the Ford Learning Center classrooms. Experience a unique learning environment for children and adults unlike any other in Kansas City!

ENROLLMENT Enroll today online (nelson-atkins.org/calendar), or by phone 816.751.1ART (1278), option 2. Enrollment is on a first-call, firstserved basis. Credit/debit card payment required.

Cost: Museum members receive discounts on classes, 30% for Society of Fellows and 20% for Friends of Art. Please provide the following information when you call: Student’s name, address, date of birth, home phone, emergency phone and the parent/guardian name. We accept individual enrollments only; one person may not enroll students from multiple families.

Enroll early—class size is limited. Enrollment deadline is three days prior to a class or workshop. Classes that do not reach a minimum enrollment will be cancelled and fees refunded.

Parking for museum members is free; nonmembers parking for more than 30 minutes, either to attend class or wait while their student is in class, pay $8 per vehicle.

Cancellations/Transfers/Credits: Students can cancel an enrollment five business days prior to a class or one-time workshop to receive a refund less a $15 cancellation fee per enrollment. Transfers from one class to another can be up until five business days prior to a class with a $10 transfer fee. No refunds or transfers will be made for cancellations made less than five business days prior or due to missing a class. We do not issue credits toward future classes or workshops if you cancel an enrollment or miss a class.

STUDIO CLASSES & WORKSHOPS START IN ART Ages 3–4 | 10–11:30 a.m.

Saturdays, Sept. 26–Nov. 7 No class Oct.17 $120 Nurture a child’s creativity!

Young children explore art concepts by working with paint, collage and clay.

Students see and talk about art as a group during visits to the galleries. Students should feel comfortable without a parent or guardian.

ART PARTS Ages 5–6 10 a.m.–Noon | 1:30–3:30 p.m.

Saturdays, Sept. 26–Nov. 7 No class Oct.17 $130 What makes up art? Consider all the different “parts” of art, such as color, line, shape, pattern and more and create a variety of both two- and threedimensional art.

CLAY COMBO Ages 7–13 with adult 10 a.m.–Noon Saturdays, Sept. 26–Nov. 7 No class Oct.17 $200 per adult-child pair

STEP INTO THE PICTURE Ages 6–8 | 10 a.m.–Noon Saturdays, Sept. 26–Nov. 7 No class Oct.17 $130

Learn together about hand building with clay in this class designed for an adult to enroll with a child. Visits to the galleries will offer the inspiration for creating, and various glazing techniques also will be included.

See how artists tell stories in their art and develop your own imaginative illustrated tales.

Visit the galleries to see paintings that contain people, places and action including American Epics: Thomas Hart Benton and Hollywood.

SATURDAY CARTOON MATINEE! Ages 9–13 | 10 a.m.–Noon Saturdays, Sept. 26–Nov. 7 No class Oct.17 $130 Instructor: Bill Brewer

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Member discounts available! Society of Fellows 30% | Friends of Art 20%.

Create a cast of cartoon characters acting out funny stories in humorous illustrations, comic strips and animation storyboards. Class will learn about artist Thomas Hart Benton’s work making movies with Walt Disney.

DRAWING & PAINTING Ages 9–13 | 1:30–3:30 p.m.

Saturdays, Sept. 26–Nov. 7 No class Oct.17 $130 Develop your skills in drawing and painting. Draw from art in the collection, as well as from your imagination while experimenting with assorted drawing materials, tempera paint, ink and watercolor.

PAINTING THE FIGURE Ages 13–16 | 1:30–3:30 p.m.

Saturdays, Sept. 26–Nov. 7 No class Oct.17 $140 Practice painting the human figure working from a draped model as well as from figural sculpture in the galleries.

Students will work with a variety of media and visit the exhibition American Epics to see how Benton represented the figure.

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STUDIO CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

BEYOND THE SPECTRUM Ages 6–12 1:30–3:30 p.m.

Saturdays, Sept. 26–Nov. 7 No class Oct.17 $140 Designed for students with mild to moderate Autism Spectrum Disorder. Students progress through a variety of materials and lessons designed to enhance expression and social skills within a studio and museum environment. We encourage an independent experience for students, however parents are welcome to stay in class to observe.

F R I D AY N I G H T F U N BELLA BUTTERFLIES Ages 7–13 with adult 6:30–8:30 p.m.

Friday, October 30 $50 per adult-child pair Images of Monarch butterflies frequently decorate altars created for Day of the Dead festivals. Celebrate this annual event by creating your own sculptural butterfly in clay. Participants will glaze and leave their work to be fired. Finished pieces available for pick-up beginning Nov. 21.

INK IT UP: FAMILY PORTRAITS Ages 6–13 with adult 6:30–8:30 p.m.

Friday, November 20 $40 per adult-child pair Explore printmaking processes to create a fun family portrait.

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F O R A D U LT S AGES 16 AND OLDER

DRAWING IN THE GALLERIES 10 am–Noon | Saturdays, Sept. 26–Nov. 7 No class October 17 | $130 Instructor: Suzann Geringer Designed for adults with minimal-to-no drawing experience, this class develops skills of looking carefully and translating what you see onto the page. We’ll keep it simple, focusing on the basic elements of drawing and having fun!

BEYOND BASICS: DRAWING & MIXED MEDIA 1:30–4 p.m. | Saturdays, Sept. 26–Nov. 7 No class October 17 | $140 Instructor: Suzann Geringer

SEASON-SCAPE 1–4 p.m. | Fridays, Oct. 2–Nov. 6 | $160 Instructor: Sarah Bracco Work outdoors in the Donald J. Hall Sculpture Park, exploring watercolor techniques and composition while interpreting nature in the beautiful fall landscape. Philip Haas: The Four Seasons sculptures will provide inspiration as well.

WATERCOLOR STUDIO 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Saturdays, Sept. 26–Nov. 7 No class on Oct. 17 | $150 Instructor: Christine Webster Bring your ideas and create watercolor paintings of your own choice with the support of a skilled instructor. All materials are furnished and class time will include visits to the museum galleries where composition, color and other content will be discussed.

For adults with drawing experience, we will further develop your skills and introduce mixed media. Class will focus on composition, successfully combining materials together and personal expression.

PRINTMAKING: MARVELOUS MULTIPLES 6:30–8:30 p.m. | Thursdays, Sept. 24–Oct.29 $150 Instructor: Anthony High Explore and enjoy various printmaking processes with a focus on block printing and monoprints. Learn how to turn your drawings into unique printed images. Class will visit the exhibition American Epics: Thomas Hart Benton and Hollywood.

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Society of Fellows 30% Friends of Art 20%.

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ADULT STUDIO CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

Giftmaking FOR TH E H O L I DAY S

Ages 4–5, 6–8, 9–12 | 10 a.m.–Noon or 1:30–3:30 p.m.

Saturdays, November 21–December 12 No class Nov. 28 | $90 Students will experience the joy of making gifts for family and friends in this special three-week session. Originality and creativity are emphasized.

Please note: Students must have turned the minimum age prior to the start date of the class to enroll. Students may only attend the class time in which they enroll. We are unable to accommodate requests to attend class at a different time due to outside scheduling conflicts.

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Parents Night Out! Enjoy dinner in the museum’s Rozzelle Court Restaurant while your child is busy creating art in a workshop in the Ford Learning Center.

LIGHTS, CAMERA, BENTON! Ages 6–12 6:30–8:30 p.m.

Friday, October 16 $25 per child What is your favorite movie? Discover Missouri painter Thomas Hart Benton’s connection to movies and design a miniature stage set of a movie you love or one from your own imagination.

ART TO WEAR Ages 6–12 6:30–8:30 p.m.

Friday, December 11 $25 per child Create a beautiful pendant or bracelet working with wire and beads for your favorite person (or you may just want to keep it for yourself!)

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LOCATION & PARKING The museum is located at 45th and Oak streets, three blocks east of the Country Club Plaza. Enter the garage off Oak Street. Charge for parking, FREE for members.

VISITORS WITH DISABILITIES The museum and parking garage are wheelchair accessible.

SPENCER ART REFERENCE LIBRARY Open to the public.

Mon Closed Tue By appointment Wed 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Thurs/Fri 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

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PHOTOGRAPHY Lauren Frisch (pg. 6) Jenny Wheat (pgs. 7, 14) Shirley Harryman (pg. 7) Kevin Miyazaki (pg.9) Jason Tracy (pgs. 10, 11) Don Ipock (pg. 12) John Lamberton (pg. 13) Bethany Day (pg.14) Mark McDonald (back cover)

ROZZELLE COURT RESTAURANT A Kansas City treasure, our Italian-style courtyard is an unparalleled setting.

Lunch Wed–Sun, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.

Desserts & Beverages Wed–Sun, 2–4 p.m.

Happy Hour Thurs, 5 p.m. | Bloch Lobby Served Dinner & Live Music Fri, 5–10:30 p.m.

MUSEUM STORE Shop for books, cards, children’s items and a large variety of gifts, jewelry and home décor. Tax free.

Members save 10%. Online store nelson-atkins.org/shop.

MEMBERSHIP Enjoy FREE parking, FREE admission to featured exhibitions, discounts in Rozzelle Court Restaurant and the Museum Store and special events just for members.

To become a member, for tickets to events, to enroll in classes, or to ask questions about the museum, visit nelson-atkins.org or call 816.751.1ART (1278).

September/October 2015 Featured Curators, Speakers And Staff Austen Barron Bailly George Putnam Curator of American Art, Peabody Essex Museum Keith F. Davis Senior Curator, Photography Natasha Ria El-Scari Poet José Faus Poet Jeanne Gang Founder and Principal of Studio Gang Architects, MacArthur Fellow Emmet Gowin Photographer Sheri “Purpose” Hall Poet Ellen W. Lee The Wood-Pulliam Senior Curator at the Indianapolis Museum of Art Andreas Marks Curator of Japanese and Korean Art, Director of the Clark Center, Minneapolis Institute of the Arts Marcie Miller Gross Artist Glenn North Poet Mary Schafer Conservator, Paintings & Manager, Mellon Conservation Science Endowment Mark Stevenson Private Prints Conservator Consultant James Woodfill Artist

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SOCIETY OF FELLOWS EVENTS Thursday, October 8 Opening Reception and Celebratory Dinner (See page 8)

The museum’s premier membership group offers vital support to the Nelson-Atkins.

Fellows will enjoy these special events. See calendar listings for more events.

SOCIET Y of FELLOWS

4525 Oak Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64111

Park at the museum and ride the FREE trolley.

Non-Profit Organization U.S. Postage PAID Kansas City, MO Permit #897

Want a sneak peek of the upcoming featured exhibition, American Epics: Thomas Hart Benton and Hollywood?

SEPTEMBER 25–27

Plaza Art Fair