Bookish Buttons
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesUsing book pages, create artistic bookish buttons to proudly display! All supplies will be provided.
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Leo Villareal Family Night
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesStep into a night where art meets science! Join us at 6pm for a guided tour of the mesmerizing digital creations of Leo Villareal, where code and light come together to make art. Afterward, dive into some exciting projects that mix science, art, and creativity! If you are unable to join us right at 6:00,…
Wonder Walk: Ink and Imagination
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesStep into a world of ink and imagination! Join us as we explore the beauty of Chinese ink paintings. We’ll discover how artists use ink to create amazing scenes full of life and movement. Get ready to spot delicate brushstrokes and bold splashes.
¡Noche De Familia!
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesCelebrate Hispanic Heritage Month a little early! Explore the mesmerizing digital exhibition Leo Villareal: Interstellar and enjoy an evening of games and creative art-making.
Art Detectives: Wabi Sabi by Mark Reibstein
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesEmbark on a Japanese-inspired Art Detectives adventure! We’ll read the story of Wabi Sabi, a curious little cat in Japan on a quest to discover the meaning of her name. Then, we’ll explore beautiful wood-fired ceramic pots before creating our own multimedia masterpiece. Stick around for Community Day at the KIA! Watch pottery demos in…
Fired Together: A Community Celebration of Clay
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesJoin us for an exploration of clay during our free September Community Day. Stop by the Meader Fine Arts Library for an easy drop-in art project. You can also take part in building and decorating a community pot that will be fired in the KIA’s anagama wood kiln. If you would like to deepen your…
Adorable Artsy Robots
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesArt and engineering come together to create adorable artsy robots! Drop by the library to make your own creation, then switch on the motor and watch the magic happen! Robots swirl and dance around, creating colorful patterns. Be inspired by the amazing patterns and colors in the exhibition Leo Villareal: Interstellar! Please note that supplies…
Wonder Walk: Artful Autumn
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesJoin us for a colorful autumn adventure through the galleries! We’ll explore artworks that capture the magic of fall. Along the way, we’ll look for warm colors, interesting textures, and hidden surprises that celebrate the beauty of the season. Bring your imagination and get ready to see autumn through the eyes of artists!
The Art of the Brush: Family Night with Chinese Ink Painting
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesDiscover the beauty and expression of Chinese ink painting! Start the evening by exploring Ink Rhapsody: The Art of the Lingnan Masters in Hong Kong and get inspired by the dynamic brushwork. Then bring your ideas to life with a fun, hands-on art activity. Ink painting will be offered for ages 8 and older. This…
Art Detectives: A Very Big Fall by Emmy Kastner
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesThis October, Art Detectives will explore the wonders of fall! We’ll read a charming story about some hesitant leaves who aren’t quite ready to change colors and let go. Then, we’ll search the galleries for autumn-themed art and create our own leaf-inspired creation.
Washi Tape Bookmarks
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S Park St, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesIn celebration of Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper, visit the library to make your own bookmark using colorful washi tape and book pages. All supplies will be provided.