Seniors
Take a leisurely look at the Museum’s collection through informal gallery discussions and studio experiences specially designed for seniors. Discover how artists capture the likeness of a person, enhance the surface of an object, or bring balance to a sculpture. You’ll even have a chance to sample a technique or two.
Tuesday, February 28 | 1:30 pm
Senior Sampler: A Change of Seasons
Look at how various artists use color in the ground, foliage, and sky to depict different times... Read more >
Tuesday, March 13 | 1:30 pm
Senior Sampler: Drawing the Line
What does an artist need to consider when arranging a composition? Gain a deeper understanding... Read more >
Tuesday, March 27 | 1:30 pm
Senior Sampler: Taking Shape
How do artists use positive and negative shapes in a work of art? Explore shapes within a... Read more >
Tuesday, April 10 | 1:30 pm
Senior Sampler: El Anatsui: Materials and Message
What do the materials used in a work of art convey about the culture in which it was produced?... Read more >
Tuesday, April 24 | 1:30 pm
Senior Sampler: Color, Form, and Canvas
How do artists simplify or exaggerate forms in a work of art? Look at various abstract works and... Read more >
Tuesday, May 8 | 1:30 pm
Senior Sampler: Panoramic Paintings
What tricks does an artist use to make things appear closer or farther away? Observe how artists... Read more >
Tuesday, May 22 | 1:30 pm
Senior Sampler: Good Impressions
How does an artist use color and brushstrokes to capture an impression of a subject? Explore... Read more >