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family program

Fall 2009

FAMILY WORKSHOP

Op! Pop! Art that Plays with Your Eyes
12 September, Saturday, 10:00 am-12:00 pm and 1:00-3:00 pm
Experience eye-popping paintings in this special exhibition of Op, or optical, Art. With puzzles and games, we’ll learn how artists use color, lines, and shape to create a range of optical illusions. In the studio, we’ll create our own op art pieces to dazzle the eye. For children ages 6 to 10 and their adult companions. This program will be offered at two different times, with space limited to twenty participants at each session. Call (603) 646-1469 to register.

FAMILY WORKSHOP

Powerful Figures from Africa
17 October, Saturday, 10:00 am-12:00 pm and 1:00-3:00 pm
Explore sculptures from Africa and discover how these works of art play powerful roles in people’s lives. In the studio, we’ll use mixed media to create super figures of our own. For children ages 6 - 10 and their adult companions. This program will be offered at two different times, with space limited to twenty participants at each session. Call (603) 646-1469 to register.

FAMILY DAY

Discover Modern Art!
8 November, Sunday, 12:00-5:00 pm

Spend the afternoon exploring modern art from all over the world. You’ll discover huge objects, unusual materials, and lots of creative ideas. Written guides and activities will help you look and learn in the galleries. Then, join us in the studio to experiment with some modern art making ideas of your own. For children ages 6 to 12 and their adult companions. No pre-registration is required.

Family programs are offered free of charge thanks to generous support from the Hood Museum of Art Membership Program. Please consider becoming a member by calling (603) 646-2808 or emailing hoodmembership@dartmouth.edu.

 

 

Last Updated: 10/9/09