Lemon Art Research Library Wednesday, May 1, 2019 1 pm and 6 pm   RSVP Required Space is extremely limited. Please inform library@phxart.org of any cancellations.   "The Family Fang" By Kevin Wilson Annie and Buster Fang have spent most of their adult lives trying to distance themselves from their famous performance artist parents, Caleb and Camille. But when a bad economy and a few bad personal decisions converge, the two siblings have nowhere to turn but their family home. Reunited under one roof for the first time in more than a decade and surrounded by the souvenirs of their unusual upbringing, Buster and Annie are forced to confront not only their creatively ambitious parents, but the c... (View more)

In this two-hour workshop, we will be discussing some of the basics on scripting Arabic Calligraphy, while also stepping outside of the traditional boundaries through Calligraffiti. We will be going over the structural process, the different forms, and the creative process that stems from within, in addition to conversation in the galleries. Upon completion, participants will produce an artwork and be given study material for home practice.    Please note that this workshop is geared towards an adult (17+) audience.  Members: Free admission plus $5 materials fee. Non-Members: Tickets are $5 per person plus General Admission.   What is Calligraffiti?  Calligraffiti merges the traditions of calligraphy with t... (View more)

Relax and decompress with crystal bowls, chimes and specific healing sound instruments that create an accessible meditation that everyone can benefit from. The benefits of meditation and sound healing are vast and powerful effecting the body, mind and emotions.    Emily Blanche is a creative and nurturing yoga and meditation teacher, respected for her delivery that encourages self-love, patience, and upliftment both in class and in life. With over two decades of experience, Emily serves a diverse population which includes people of all ages, experience levels, and physical abilities. Her classes integrate practices from Kundalini Yoga and Hatha Yoga traditions as well as sound healing to support physical well-being, stress relief, and pe... (View more)

Make It! is a hands-on art-making space for all ages and abilities. Join Phoenix-based artists and museum staff to be inspired by works of art from the Museum’s collection or current exhibitions.  Practice drawing from a live model with artist Papay Solomon and learn about the African patterns that inspire his work, currently on view in the 2018 Phoenix Art Museum Artists’ Grants Recipients Exhibition. Each month features a different object and art-making technique, and a chance to explore new materials, perspectives, and ways of connecting with art. Make It! occurs once a month. Wednesday session is open to the public during Pay-What-You-Wish Wednesdays.