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Ray K. Metzker, American (b. 1931). Chicago (detail), 1959. Gelatin silver print (printed 1989). Gift of Hallmark Cards, Inc., 2005.27.1966. © Ray K. Metzker, Courtesy of the Laurence Miller Gallery.

The Photographs of Ray K. MetzkerJanuary 15–June 5, 2011Gallery L11

Through luminous black and white prints, Metzker, one of the most original and influential photographers of the last half-century, embraces the camera’s ability to simultaneously record and transform. This exhibition explores many potentials of the medium, from high contrast and selective focus to multiple and composite images.

This exhibition is supported by the Hall Family Foundation and the Campbell-Calvin Fund and Elizabeth C. Bonner Charitable Trust for exhibitions.

Ray K. Metzker, American (b. 1931). Philadelphia, 1983. Gelatin silver print. Gift of Hallmark Cards, Inc., 2005.27.1963. © Ray K. Metzker, Courtesy of the Laurence Miller Gallery.

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Jacques-Ernest Bulloz, French (1858–1942). Claude Monet by his Waterlily pond at Giverny, summer 1905 (detail). Gelatin silver print. Courtesy of Réunion des Musées Nationaux / Art Resource, NY.

OPENING SOON!Monet’s Water Lilies April 9–August 7, 2011

Together again! In a rare opportunity, the three panels of the exceptional Water Lilies triptych reunite, for the first time in more than 30 years.

This exhibition has been organized by The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, the Saint Louis Art Museum and the Cleveland Museum of Art. This exhibition is supported by an indemnity from the Federal Council on the Arts and the Humanities. In Kansas City the exhibition is supported by the Campbell-Calvin Fund and Elizabeth C. Bonner Charitable Trust for exhibitions. Frontier Airlines is the official airline sponsor.

RMB City Opera February 4–June 5, 2011 Gallery L8

RMB City Opera is a video including performances by real-life actors and avatars who explore the virtual world of Second Life in Cao Fei’s digital masterpiece, RMB City. It explores the idea of play, romance, identity, utopia/dystopia, communication/isolation, the nature of reality and the global, interconnected world in which we live. Parental discretion is advised. U.S. premiere. This exhibition is supported by the Campbell-Calvin Fund and Elizabeth C. Bonner Charitable Trust for exhibitions and the Rheta A. Sosland Fund.

FREE EXHIBITIONS

Cao Fei, Chinese (b. 1978). RMB City Opera, 2009. Courtesy of RMB City. © 2010 RMB City Project developed by Cao Fei (SL: China Tracy) and Vitamin Creative Space.

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Sunday Movie Matinee Little Big Man 2–4:30 p.m. Atkins Auditorium T

Dustin Hoffman stars as 121-year-old Jack Crabb, raised as a member of the Cheyenne tribe, who recounts his adventures of trying to find his place in the world of the American West. This 1970 film is a comedic drama contrasting the lives of American pioneers and Native Americans. (Director, Arthur Penn, 139 minutes.) A curator introduces the screening and discussion follows in the featured exhibition, Romancing the West: Alfred Jacob Miller in the Bank of America Collection.

Ray K. Metzker, American (b. 1931). Frankfurt (Man in Canoe) (detail), 1964. Gelatin silver print. Gift of Hallmark Cards, Inc., 2005.27.1960. © Ray K. Metzker, Courtesy of the Laurence Miller Gallery.

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Society of Fellows Gallery & Go Lunchtime Series 11:30 a.m. Curator talk, meet at Info Desk 12:15 p.m. Optional lunch, $15 Rozzelle Court Restaurant M R

One of the great aesthetic traditions of Asian art is Islamic ceramics. Curator Kimberly Masteller will take guests behind the scenes to explore these treasures, which are among the oldest collections in the Museum. Optional lunch to follow.

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Member Preview DayThe Photographs of Ray K. Metzker 10 a.m.–9 p.m. M Membership card required for admittance

Ray Metzker’s black andwhite photographs strike a unique balance between formal brilliance, optical innovation, and a deep human regard for the objective world. Visit this retrospective of Metzker’s illustrious career.

Young Friends of Art Second Friday Happy HourPop Art and Pop Rocks6–8 p.m. Bloch Lobby

Pop over to the Bloch Building for a docent-led tour of the Museum’s Pop art collection followed by happy hour in Bloch Lobby, complete with pop music and, of course, Pop Rocks. Cash bar with special prices for members.

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JANUARY

The Curator is IN!Bodies in Space: Modern Artists Reimagine the Figure7–8 p.m. Gallery P34

Join curator Jan Schall for anexploration of space and form in Cubist, Abstract, Dada and Surrealist figurative sculpture.

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New for Families! Learning about Photography 1–4 p.m., both days FREE Gallery L10 Informal looking and hands-on activities in the galleries. No need to sign up. Just ask for details at the Info Desk. Each month will feature a different kind of family fun in the galleries!

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Know Your Museum Tour Asian Painting, Sculpture, Furniture and Ceramics 11 a.m.–Noon & 1:30–2:30 p.m. Info Desk | M R

Join a docent to learn about the Museum’s world-renowned Chinese collection. Tour has limited space.

Neoclassics gather at Noon for a Dutch-treat lunch in Rozzelle Court Restaurant. Participants will receive a voucher for a free cookie and coffee in Rozzelle Court following the 1:30 p.m. tour.

Art Tasting with JuliánColin Mackenzie and Chinese Art 6–7 p.m.Atkins Auditorium T

Curator Colin Mackenzie andJulián discuss their favorite works in the Museum’s famed Chinese collection. Bronzes, jades, silks, porcelains, paintings and temples: the mysteries of Chinese art revealed!

Meet Your Museum Tour6:30–7:30 p.m. Museum Café M T

The Friends of Art have a longand meaningful connection to many of the Nelson- Atkins’ masterpieces. Gather at the Museum Café for a complimentary beverage before joining a Museum guide to “Meet Your Museum” through the Friends of Art 75-year history tour.

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Print Society Annual Gallery Crawl 9:30 a.m. FREE/$10 R

View prospective prints at galleries chosen by curator Lisbeth Lurey from which our Love of Art gift print to the Museum will be chosen. Lunch at a nearby restaurant will follow. Advance reservations must be made.

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Hosted by Young Friends of Art8 p.m.–Midnight | Bloch Building $50 GA member | $80 GA non-member$100 VIP member | $150 VIP non-memberT 21 and over

Put yourself in a Party Arty state of mind. Join the Young Friends of Art at Kansas City’s premiere young professional’s event benefiting The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Experience an exciting night of Asian culture, food, music and art in the world-renowned Bloch Building. Visit partyarty.org for more information and to buy your tickets.

FRIDAY DINNER in Rozzelle Court Restaurant 5–8 p.m. (open till 9 p.m.)

Table service, full bar. Unique menu each week. Call 816.751.1ART (1278) for reservations. Members save 10%.

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CHINESE NEW YEAR CELEBRATION

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PERFORMANCESChinese Theatre Works—Tiger Tales5, 6:30 & 8 p.m.Atkins Auditorium | T

Chinese Theatre Works, a NewYork-based company whose mission is to preserve and promote the traditional Chinese performing arts, performs Tiger Tales—a shadow theater piece in which a wise old rabbit tells her granddaughter of her adventures, including Tiger’s rise to power, his abusive rule and ultimate downfall.

Shaolin Lohan Pai Lion Dance Troupe6 & 7:30 p.m.Kirkwood Hall

One of the top 10 LionDance troupes in the nation, the Shaolin Lohan Pai Lion Dance Troupe adds drama and pageantry to the celebration!

Traditional Music 5 & 6:30 p.m.

Musicians from the Kansas CityMusic Ensemble perform and answer questions about their instruments.

Chinese Yo-Yo5:30, 6:30 & 7:30 p.m.

Back by popular demand!Volunteers from the Chinese School of Greater Kansas City demonstrate their amazing Chinese Yo-Yo skills. ONGOING ACTIVITIESMuseum Café 4–8 p.m.

Savory Chinese food andBo-Ling’s award-winning egg rolls will be available for purchase. Full bar served, including plum wine. While quantities last. Members save 10%.

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The Mary Atkins Series Casey Jones Going Public: Design Matters 6–7 p.m. Atkins Auditorium T

Casey Jones—who Architect magazine called a “hidden power” in 2007—ensures that new and renovated federal buildings are works of art in themselves. Hear Jones reflect on his ongoing efforts to improve the public realm through the built environment.

January 28 & 29 Celebrate the Year of the Rabbit with performances and family-friendly activities throughout the Museum!

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The Curator is IN!A 55-year Career in 55 Minutes 7–8 p.m. Gallery L11

Join senior curator Keith F. Davis for an informal overview of the work of one of American photography’s greatest living masters, Ray K. Metzker.

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Special Members-onlyOpportunity!Shadow Puppet WorkshopTaught by Master Puppeteers from Chinese Theatre Works10–11:30 a.m. | Ages 8–12 $25 per child | M R

Chinese shadow puppet theatre is an ancient tradition using delicately carved and colored figures manipulated behind cloth screens to portray characters from literature, folktales and religious parables. Children will learn about this tradition and create their own shadow puppet! Space is limited!

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F E B R U A R Y

Rozzelle Court Restaurant4–8 p.m. (Open until 9 p.m.)

Enjoy delicious Asian-inspiredcuisine in the festive ambience of Rozzelle Court Restaurant. Family friendly choices available.

Chinese Galleries

Encounter an artist, calligrapher,musician and two board game-playing scholars as you explore the Museum’s magnificent collection of Chinese art! Search for related objects in the collection to earn a red envelope!

BLOCH LOBBYChinese Calligraphy

Chinese School of GreaterKansas City volunteers demonstrate traditional calligraphy techniques. Take your sample to the Ford Learning Center for a related activity.

FORD LEARNING CENTERChildren’s Art Activities

Children ages 4 and up transform calligraphy samples into Chinese New Year decorations.

Chinese Games

Adults and children ages 6 and up learn how to play Weigi and Xiangqi with expert help from volunteers of the Kansas City Chinese Language and Culture Institute.

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RMB City Opera is a video including performances by real-life actors and avatars who explore the virtual world of Second Life in Cao Fei’s digital masterpiece, RMB City. Parental discretion is advised. (Cao Fei, 2009, 45 minutes, color.)

Special Screening of RMB City Opera 6–7:30 p.m. Atkins Auditorium T

Join curator Leesa Fanning forthe United States premiere of RMB City Opera, a video created by artist Cao Fei. Curator will introduce the video and brief discussion will follow the screening.

11 F R I D A Y Young Friends of Art Second Friday Happy Hour RMB City Opera6–8 p.m. Bloch Lobby

Celebrate cyber-love by viewingRMB City Opera and then travel through cyberspace with a scavenger hunt using your very own smartphone or one of the Museum’s iPod touch mobile guides in this interactive happy hour. Cash bar with special prices for members.

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Children’s DancePerformanceNoon–1:30 p.m.Atkins AuditoriumT

Beautiful costumes and regional Chinese traditions define this delightful performance by Lily Zhang Li Taylor and her students.

Chinese New Year Introduction

What does it mean to be bornin the Year of the Rabbit? Learn about the Chinese zodiac and more at this informative presentation by faculty of the Chinese School of Greater Kansas City.

Image courtesy of Lily Zhang Li Taylor.

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EXPERIMENTAL FILM, VIDEO & NEW MEDIA

InsideOut: New Performance VideosFridays in February 7–9 p.m. | Atkins Auditorium T FREE

The diverse group of performance video artworks collectivelyinscribes varying intensities of psychological and provocative effects within and on individual physical bodies as sites of sensual and material expression.

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Robin Rhode’s Empty Pockets and Untitled Bottles will be shown along with Whacker and Can’t Swallow It, Can’t Spit It Out by Harry Dodge and Stanya Kahn. Other works include Untitled by Mark Couzens and Blot Out the Sun by Harrell Fletcher.

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This evening begins with more works by Harry Dodge and Stanya Kahn, Winner and All Together Now. Also shown will be Baby and Purify by Hester Scheurwater and A Family Finds Entertainment by Ryan Trecartin.

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A Vicious Undertow and No Man Is an Island II by Jesper Just will be shown along with Home 2 by Olaf Breuning. Other works include Only Just Begun by Jennet Thomas and Dark Sequins, Light of the Body, and Wildfire by Amy Greenfield.

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ABOVE Amy Greenfield, Dark Sequins, 2004. Courtesy of the artist.

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The Curator is IN!Art & Nature and the Nature of Art7–8 p.m. Meet in P14

Join curator Ian Kennedy indiscussing European landscapes in the Nelson-Atkins collections, followed by a look at landscapes in the European tradition in the American galleries.

12 S A T U R D A Y Love in Art: A Romantic Journey Through Europe6–9:30 p.m. Doors open at 5:45 p.m.$60M R

L’amour, amore, liefde, love. The language of love is universal. Celebrate love through European art with a self-guided tour of the Museum’s most romantic masterpieces. A gourmet three-course dinner awaits you and your valentine in Rozzelle Court Restaurant. Seating is European-style in tables of 4 and 6.

Print SocietyFor the Love of Art Luncheon12:30 p.m.Lens 2R

The Print Society’s favoriteannual event, this is an opportunity to build the Museum’s print collection. After lunch, gallery representatives present selected prints for voting. Call early for reservations.

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HAPPY HOUR @ The Museum Café 5:30–8 p.m. | Thursdays WiFi destination

Enjoy light bites and a full bar while sharing some social time. Explore the galleries before or after. Members save 10%.

IN GALLERY CONSERVATION

February 9–25 | Gallery L4 A New Day for Louise Nevelson’s “End of Day—Nightscape IV”

Conservator, in-gallery work, Wed–FriConservator Talks, Thurs & Fri, 11 a.m. & 1 p.m.

How does a conservator uncover and restore an artist’s intentions when that artist used foundobjects and black spray paint? Rose Daly, conservation graduate intern, investigates this and more as she conserves Louise Nevelson’s monumental End of Day—Nightscape IV in the gallery. Docents available to answer questions. A film highlighting Nevelson and her work will be shown Fridays at Noon in Atkins Auditorium.

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Know Your Museum TourChinese Collection11 a.m.–Noon & 1:30–2:30 p.m.Info Desk M R

Enjoy the recently reinstalledmain Chinese gallery, Temple Room and Chinese bronzes! Join a docent for an interactive and informative tour to learn about some of the masterpieces in the Nelson-Atkins’ world-renowned Chinese collection. Tour is limited.

Neoclassics gather at Noon for a Dutch-treat lunch in Rozzelle Court Restaurant. Participants will receive a voucher for a free cookie and coffee in Rozzelle Court following the 1:30 p.m. tour.

Art Tasting with JuliánGaylord Torrence and American Indian Art6–7 p.m.Atkins Auditorium T

Curator Gaylord Torrence sitsdown with Julián to discuss beloved objects in the American Indian collection. The art of Native Americans captivates an international audience—discover what resonates so powerfully in these remarkably diverse works.

Meet Your Museum Tour6:30–7:30 p.m.Museum CaféM T

From works of art by Thomas Hart Benton and Andy Warhol and Emil Nolde to Duane Hanson, the Friends of Art were instrumental in securing extraordinary art for the Nelson-Atkins’ collections. Gather at the Museum Café for a complimentary beverage before joining a Museum guide to “Meet Your Museum” through the Friends of Art 75-year history tour.

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Young Friends of Art Art Trivia Smackdown! 6–9 p.m. (Check in begins at 6 p.m.)Lens 2$10/$12.50 | T

So you didn’t major in arthistory? That doesn’t mean you’re not ready to compete in the Art Trivia Smack Down! Bring a team or join one that evening. Questions will include art, general Kansas City trivia and movies. Best team name, round winners and an overall winner will be awarded prizes. Price includes pizza and entry. Cash bar available.

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New for Families! Louise Nevelson’s Methods and Materials 1–4 p.m., both days FREE | Gallery L4

Informal looking and hands-on activities in the galleries. No need to sign up. Just ask for details at the Info Desk. Each month will feature a different kind of family fun in the galleries!

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Join new Museum Director & CEO Julián Zugazagoitia and discover the art of the Nelson-Atkins. Each month, one of the Museum’s senior curators will present highlights from the collection and engage Julián in a lively conversation about art, the Museum’s importance to Kansas City and its attraction for enthusiasts the world over.

Save the dates for this exciting series:

THURSDAYS / 2011

January 20Colin Mackenzie and Chinese Art

February 17Gaylord Torrence and American Indian Art

March 17Kimberly Masteller and South and Southeast Asian Art

April 14Margi Conrads and American Art

May 19Catherine Futter and Decorative Arts

June 9Keith Davis and Photography

24 T H U R S D A Y Neoclassics Art MovieWho Gets to Call it Art?Movie: 10 a.m. Atkins Auditorium FREE/$5Optional lunch: 11:45 a.m. Lens 2 $15/$18T

Centered on the life of Henry Geldzahler, the adventurous Metropolitan Museum curator who championed the careers of Andy Warhol and his contemporaries, this underrated documentary is a romp through the art scene of the ’60s. Join us for a fascinating look at the birth of modern American art. (Directed by Peter Rosen, 2006, 80 minutes.)

Artist’s Talk: Richard Mosse6–7 p.m. Atkins Auditorium T

Richard Mosse’s startlinglybeautiful photographs document distant and dangerous lands, from Eastern Congo to the wrecked palace of Saddam Hussein. This celebrated globe-trotting photographer will discuss his challenges and accomplishments to date. Sponsored by the Photography Society.

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The Curator is IN!Connecting the Dots: How Does a Curator Choose? 7–8 p.m. Meet in Gallery L10 Join curator Jane Aspinwall as she leads a discussion about the twists and turns involved in the curatorial choices made during the installation of the historical photograph rotation.

Check out an iPod touch today at the Info Desk in Bloch Lobby. Have your own iPhone, Android or WiFi-enabled smartphone? Visit naguide.org to access our FREE mobile audio guide.

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E N R O L L M E N TEnroll today online (nelson-atkins.org/calendar) or by phone,816.751.1ART (1278), option 2. Enrollment is on a first-call, first-served basis. Credit/debit card payment required. In order to enroll, we require the following information: student’s name, address, date of birth, home phone, emergency phone and parent/guardian name. Students must have turned the minimum age by the start date of a class to enroll in the class. Enroll early—class size is limited. Enrollment deadline is three days prior to the class. Classes that do not reach a minimum enrollment will be cancelled and fees refunded.

C O S T The discounted member price is listed first; the public price follows. Museum members receive a 20% discount on all classes. Class fee includes all materials.

Parking for members is FREE; nonmembers parking for more than 30 minutes, either to attend class or wait while their student is in class, will pay $5 per vehicle.

C A N C E L L A T I O N S Students can cancel an enrollment five business days prior to a class or workshop to receive a refund, less a $15 cancellation fee per enrollment. NO REFUNDS will be issued for cancellations made less than five business days prior. A $10 transfer fee will be incurred on a per student/per class basis if students transfer an enrollment from one class to another. No transfers will be made less than five business days prior to a class or workshop.

The Ford Learning Center has been made possible by Ford Motor Company Fund.

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STUDIO CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

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START IN ART Ages 3–410–11:30 a.m.Fridays, April 1–May 20Saturdays, April 2–May 21$108/$135

Nurture a child’s creativity!Young children explore art concepts by working with paint, collage and clay. Visits to the galleries contain age-appropriate activities that allow students to see and talk about art as a group. Students should feel comfortable without a parent or guardian.

CREATIVE CONNECTIONS Ages 5–610–11:30 a.m. or1:30–3 p.m.Saturdays, April 2–May 21$108/$135

Children expand upon theirexperiences in painting, collage and 3-D processes as they work with a wider range of materials. Seeing and talking about art in the collection builds perception skills and increases art vocabulary. Students should feel comfortable without a parent or guardian.

SUPERSIZED! Ages 6–8 10 a.m.–Noon or1:30–3:30 p.m.Saturdays, April 2–May 21 $120/$150

Think BIG as you createdrawings, paintings and sculptures that are “larger than life.” Discover artists, such as Claude Monet, Claes Oldenburg and Roxy Paine, who were inspired to create super-sized art!

CLAY CREATIONS Ages 7–9 10 a.m.–NoonSaturdays, April 2–May 21$128/$160

Ceramic objects in thecollection, from the ancient world to the present, inspire students as they learn about hand-building with clay and various surface treatments.

DRAWING & PAINTING Ages 7–91:30–3:30 p.m.Saturdays, April 2–May 21 $120/$150

Work with graphite, charcoal,watercolor, ink, tempera paint and more to explore the fundamentals of drawing and painting. Students will draw from art in the galleries and lessons will focus on learning about line, color, space, expression and composition.

CARTOONING: GET IN CHARACTER!Ages 9–1210 a.m.–NoonSaturdays, April 2–May 21$120/$150 Instructor: Bill Brewer

Time to get comical! Learn todraw cartoon characters with funny facial expressions and body language. Place characters in humorous situations and storylines that you develop using the formats of gag cartoons, comic strips and comic books.

BRUSH UP ON PAINTING Ages 9–13 1:30–3:30 p.m.Saturdays, April 2–May 21$120/$150

Focus on elements ofpainting such as brushstroke, use of color, transparency and composition, while learning how to capture what you see in your own unique way. Work with water-based oils, acrylics, watercolor, tempera and ink to create paintings that are inspired by the collection as well as your imagination.

1–4 p.m. | FREEInformal looking and hands-on activities in the galleries. No need to sign up. Just ask for details at the Info Desk. Each month will feature a different kind of family fun in the galleries!

January 15–16 Learning about Photography | Gallery L10

February 19–20 Louise Nevelson’s Methods and Materials | Gallery L4

NEW FOR FAMILIES!

No enrollment needed for family activity.

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STUDIO CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

PROMenade: FRENCH FASHION Ages: High School 10 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Saturday, April 9$60/$75Instructor: Kreshaun McKinney

The French Impressionist painters wereconsidered avant-garde in their day for their groundbreaking new approach to painting. Learn about French fashion of the late 19th century and create an experimental garment inspired by the time period and the exhibition Monet’s Water Lilies. Students will be photographed modeling their fashion creations at the end of the workshop. Participants should bring an inexpensive “thrift store” prom dress or tuxedo to alter. A letter outlining any additional items to bring will be mailed prior to the class. Lunch is provided.

WORKSHOPSFOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

AWASH IN WATERCOLOR Ages: High School 10 a.m.–3:30 p.m.Saturday, April 30$60/$75Instructor: Sarah Bracco

Practice color mixing, working with wet anddry techniques, layering and brushstroke skills as you explore watercolor and create a painting inspired by the museum collection of modern and contemporary art. Some drawing experience is helpful. Lunch is provided.

Enrollment required for all classes.

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F R I D A Y NIGHTFUNLOVELY LILIES Ages 7–12, with adult6:30–8:30 p.m.Friday, April 15$32/$40 per child-adult pair

See the featured exhibition Monet’s Water Lilies, and create a cup and saucer in clay of your own imaginative lotus flower. Participants will glaze and leave their work to be fired. Finished pieces will be available for pick-up beginning April 30.

STUDIO CLASSES FOR ADULTSPAINTING & POETRY: CHINESE BRUSHWORK 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Saturdays, March 26–May 21$160/$200Instructor: Valda Hsu “Poetry is painting without form, painting is poetry with form.” Kuo Hsi, Northern Sung landscape painter.

Spring landscapes and garden scenes inspired by Chinese poems from the Tang Dynasty (618–907), is the subject matter for exploring brushwork painting. Simple calligraphy also will be demonstrated along with the creation of artist seals.

GET COMFORTABLE WITH DRAWING6:30–8:30 p.m.Thursdays, March 31–May 19 $96/$120

Don’t be intimidated by drawing! Learn thebasics of translating what you see onto the page by drawing from objects in the collection. Students will work with graphite, charcoal and other draw-ing media in lessons focusing on line, shape, value, proportion and composition.

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MONET AND MORE 1:30–4 p.m.Saturdays, April 2–May 21$128/$160Instructor: Christine Webster

Draw inspiration from Impressionist painterClaude Monet and his love of painting from nature. Explore watercolor techniques and how to utilize mixed media in the studio classroom. Visits to the featured exhibition Monet’s Water Lilies include discussion of the artist’s painting methods and his garden in Giverny. One class period will be held at Kauffman Gardens, located one block south of the Museum.

IMPRESSIONS OF NATURE1–3:30 p.m.Fridays, April 1–May 20$128/$160

Look closer at the paintings of Impressionistmasters Claude Monet and Camille Pissarro, and practice working with water-based oils as you explore direct observation of nature, effects of sunlight, color changes and brushstroke techniques. Class will work outside in the Kansas City Sculpture Park when weather permits. Visits to the featured exhibition Monet’s Water Lilies and the permanent collection included.

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exploreartG E N E R A L M U S E U M I N F O R M A T I O N ADMISSION to the Museum

is FREE every day for everyone.

JAN/FEB 2011 FEATURED CURATORS, SPEAKERS AND STAFF

Jane Aspinwall Assistant Curator, Photography Sarah Bracco Instructor, Ford Learning Center Bill BrewerInstructor, Ford Learning Center Keith F. DavisSenior Curator, Photography Valda Hsu Instructor, Ford Learning Center Casey JonesDirector of Design Excellence and the Arts, General Services Administration Ian KennedyLouis L. and Adelaide C. Ward Curator, European Painting and Sculpture Kimberly Masteller Jeanne McCray Beals Curator, South and Southeast Asian Art Kreshaun McKinneyInstructor, Ford Learning Center Richard MosseArtist Jan Schall Sanders Sosland Curator, Modern & Contemporary Art Christine WebsterInstructor, Ford Learning Center Julián ZugazagoitiaDirector & CEO

LOCATION & PARKINGThe Museum is located at 45th and Oak streets, three blocks east of the Country Club Plaza. Enter the garage off Oak Street. Parking is $5, FREE for members.

VISITORS WITHDISABILITIESThe Museum and parking garage are wheelchair accessible.

SPENCER ART REFERENCELIBRARYOpen to the public.Mon ClosedTue By AppointmentWed 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Thurs/Fri 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Sat/Sun 1 p.m.–4 p.m. Library Holiday Schedule: Closed Jan. 1 & 2, 2011.

ROZZELLE COURTRESTAURANTA Kansas City treasure, our Italian-style courtyard is an unparalleled setting. Lunch Wed–Sat, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.Brunch Sun, Noon–3 p.m. Dinner Fri, 5–8 p.m. (open until 9 p.m.) Desserts & Beverages Wed–Sun, 2–4 p.m. MUSEUM STOREShop for books, cards, children’s items and a large variety of gifts, jewelry and home décor.

MEMBERSHIPEnjoy FREE parking, FREE featured exhibition tickets, discounts in Rozzelle Court Restaurant and the Museum Store and special events just for members.

To become a member of the Nelson-Atkins, for tickets to events, to enroll in classes, or to ask questions about the Museum, call 816.751.1ART (1278).

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