Staff at #fwmoa are playing favorites and picking works #nowonview. Education Intern Paikea Early chose a painting reminiscent of summer memories. Make a visit to #fwmoa part of your summer memories this long weekend to see Paikea's favorite painting by Michigan-based artist Pat Perry.
Art Term Tuesday: Borosilicate Glass
There's a lot of science behind borosilicate (and, really, all) glass sculpture! Delve into this #STEAM post and see the works #nowonview at #fwmoa!
Now on View: Marie Goth
It's always exciting day at #fwmoa when we get new artworks and we've had quite a few of them over the past few weeks. Take a peek at a new painting #nowonview in "From Their Indiana Home".
In the News: The Pantheon of Muses, Art at the Olympics
Did you know the Summer Olympics used to include a juried art competition?! Neither did we! Read on to find out more as Naomi Vanderleest, School Programs Coordinator, dives into the details:
Treasures from the Vault: Charles Meryon
Printmaker Charles Meryon is best known for his series of etchings and verses: Eaux-fortes sur Paris (Etchings in Paris). Take a look at one in the #fwmoa permanent collection in this #treasuresfromthevault
Saturday Studio: Playing Around
Which way is up? Today in the studio, we're playing with composition. Inspired by #nowonview artist David Blow, learn how to create an artwork you can display multiple ways here:
Now on View: Hoosier Salon History & Highlights
We've compiled a list of blog posts highlighting artists who have exhibited throughout the Hoosier Salon's 100 year history. Whether you've seen the exhibition at #fwmoa and want to know more, or now know more and want to see the exhibition, we hope these posts help you find a new favorite Indiana artist!
Art Term Tuesday: Wash
It's wash day at #fwmoa, but we aren't doing laundry; instead, we're looking at artworks that use a wash to create contrast, texture, and color gradients. Learn how to spot this technique then put it to the test with works #nowonvie at #fwmoa.
Now on View: Bill Smith’s Body Jewelry
Summer is in full swing, literally, as body jewelry makes a comeback on the red carpet and music festival circuit. One Hoosier-native made his name on just this adornment. Learn about Bill Smith in this #nowonview at #fwmoa.
Treasures from the Vault: Yลshลซ Chikanobu
Did you know Indiana's official state insect is the firefly, or lightening bug? Take a look at these artworks in the #fwmoa print collection that feature a fun summer activity: catching fireflies!

