Open Studio with Guadalupe Hernandez

Expanding on the traditional model of Mexican Alebrijes, artist Guadalupe Hernandez will guide visitors of all ages through a clay molding process to create an original alebrije while teaching about the history and origin or the craft. All ages welcome. FREE for Member Adults, children & teens, and recipients of SNAP, WIC, and MAP through … Continued

Open Studio with Guadalupe Hernandez

As a first-generation Mexican immigrant living in the United States, artist Guadalupe Hernandez utilizes Papel Picado, a traditional Mexican craft, to navigate the delicate balance of preserving his cultural heritage while embracing the influences of his surroundings. Join Hernandez for a live art-making workshop to learn more about this cultural art form and make your … Continued

Workshop: Developing Personal Mythology Collage with Angela Fox

Create a booklet with your own mythical story in this collage workshop led by artist Angela Fox. About Angela Fox:“My work focuses on discovery of the self through the creation of a hero-warrior archetype. Mighty serpent women swing their maces while riding beasts that lead them into the unknown. They traverse strange inner landscapes, wading … Continued

The Gift of Words: A Merging of Art and The Written Word

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.

Open Studio with David

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

Workshop: Celebrity Collage (Famous or Not!)

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

Open Studio with Soomin

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

Open Studio with Soomin

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

Workshop: Photo-transfer Process

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

SOLD OUT | Workshop: Art & Ecology: Walking and Making with Nature

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