In an attempt to explain "How did they do that?!", #fwmoa Assoc. Curator of Exhibitions Jenna Gilley dives into the world of color in glass and finds surprisingly local ties:
Now on View: Opalescent Glass
Art Term Tuesday: Surrealism
We never leave an art movement behind, and Surrealism is no exception. What would early practitioners, like Miró & Dalí, think of its use on TikTok? Read on to learn the history, both old and new, of this art style, #nowonview at #fwmoa.
Off the Cuff: The Woven Glass Kimono
At #fwmoa we're celebrating a new acquisition: Spring Dawn Kimono by Markow & Norris. Read to see why our President made it his mission to bring this sculpture to Fort Wayne, and then stop by to see it for yourself this weekend!
Treasures from the Vault: Diego Romero
Ceramicist and printmaker Diego Romero draws from inspiration from various sources to create art that feels familiar yet fresh. See these works out of the vault on view at #fwmoa later this summer!
Second Saturday Studio: No Peeking!
This week in the #studio we're setting you a challenge: draw without peeking at your paper! Learn about blind contour drawings in this #secondsaturdaystudio.
Let’s Talk SHOP: Kaylee Dalton
Take a peek into Kaylee Dalton's innovative multimedia process that results in compelling, dramatic encaustic monotypes. Try choosing your favorite (we can't!) at the #fwmoa Paradigm Gallery when you visit us this #MemorialDayWeekend!
Art Term Tuesday: Variety
Variety is the spice of life! See how visual artists create a feast for the eyes in this #arttermtuesday post.
Historical Highlight: Bluebirds of Happiness
When #fwmoa President Charles Shepard buys a work of art, Collection Information Specialist Sue Slick goes to work. She finds every tidbit of information, on the artist and artwork, often overturning connections to Indiana and Fort Wayne along the way:
Now on View: Kreg Kallenberger
Kreg Kallenberger describes himself as a "landscape illusionist and painter" through glass. See how he explores landscape through refraction and reflection, showcasing the manipulation of of imagery with light, in this #nowonview by Jenna Gilley.
Saturday Studio: Folding Frenzy
Today in the #studio we're going back to basics: paper and scissors. Inspired by what's #nowonview in the #fwmoa, join us on our next Second Saturday Family Tour in June to see Dutterer's works up close! RSVP on our website.