Engage with poets and artists as they create an impromptu work of art paired with an original poem for someone you love. This event includes a tour of the exhibition The Art of Books by the McNay’s Curator of Prints and Drawings, Lyle Williams.
Create your own comic book splash page by reinterpreting figurative artwork from the McNay’s collection as graphic comics. Advance registration for this free workshop is required and space is limited. General admission is free on the first Sunday of every month from noon to 5 p.m., courtesy of the Dickson Allen Foundation. Special exhibition access … Continued
Beautify, bedazzle, and bedeck a portrait in an intergenerational workshop led by René Paul Barilleaux, Head of Curatorial Affairs. Supplies provided by the McNay. Prerequisite: Bring a printed photo portrait to fit within a 10 in x 10 in area. Registration required and space is limited. This workshop takes place in person. Educators earn 1 hour continuing … Continued
Visitors of all ages are invited to explore the Studio, a new interactive space dedicated to belonging and creativity. In a hands-on workshop, create a dreamy watercolor landscape led by inaugural Studio artist Soomin Jung Remmler. Advance registration for this free workshop is required and space is limited. General admission is free on the first … Continued
Visitors of all ages are invited to explore the Studio, a new interactive space dedicated to belonging and creativity. In a hands-on workshop, create a dreamy watercolor landscape led by inaugural Studio artist Soomin Jung Remmler. The September and October sessions of Open Studio with Soomin are at capacity. To join the waiting list or … Continued
Experience an innovative drawing process with artist Hiromi Stringer. Combine an image transfer process and mark-making in a workshop setting (both in-person and virtual options available). Featured in Drawn in San Antonio—Today, the work of Hiromi Stringer expands the definition of drawing mixing non-traditional materials and processes. Registration is required. Supplies and museum admission included for … Continued
Walk along on an outdoor tour of the McNay grounds with educators from the Mitchell Lake Audubon Center and make ecological discoveries about beauty and purpose in nature. Stick around for a creative art workshop using organic material found on the grounds. This program is recommended for ages 8 and up. Refreshments are provided. … Continued
Green Spaces Alliance of South Texas offers a nature photography workshop for youth 8–18. Youth photography session includes camera loan, photography instruction, and guided outdoor tour of the Museum grounds. Picture Your World workshops are for youth ages 8-18. The program will provide: cameras to borrow for those participants needing one, professional instruction, and guided … Continued
Educators take a first look at the tasty treats, tilted landscapes, and throwback portraits featured in the exhibition Wayne Thiebaud 100: Paintings, Prints, and Drawings. Experience the exhibition and participate in two hands-on workshops led by teaching artists. Teachers receive three hours of continuing professional education credit. Space is limited and registration is required.Fee: (includes boxed meal, … Continued
Explore the whimsical printmaking subjects of Beth van Hoesen and Wayne Thiebaud in a hands-on workshop. Both Bay Area artists depicted eye-pleasing series of fruit, animals, and sweets in playful and surprising ways. Decide your subject and print a small edition with a teaching artist. Teachers receive three hours of continuing professional education credit. Space … Continued