Now at GRAM Winter/Spring 2019 by Grand Rapids Art Museum

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2018 – 2019 Board of Trustees

Dear members, friends, and guests,

Tamara R. Bailey President

We have so many exciting things in store for you this season!

Kathleen Stewart Ponitz Vice President

As the Grand Rapids Art Museum closes out a yearlong

Lizbeth O’Shaughnessy Secretary/Treasurer

I couldn’t be more proud to present our feature exhibition

Luis E. Avila Patricia Betz Marilyn Crawford Sam Cummings Joseph H. Doele Jim Engelking Erin Gravelyn Diane Griffin Kurt Hassberger Christopher Hufnagel Ritsu Katsumata Rishi Makkar India Manns Jane Boyles Meilner Sydney DeVos Reames Christopher Rosmarin Carol Sarosik Eddie T.L. Tadlock Mitchell Watt Meg Miller Willit

and Acquisitions. The exhibition features works of art and

Foundation Board of Trustees Lauretta K. Murphy President Lizbeth O’Shaughnessy Secretary/Treasurer Tamara R. Bailey Thomas A. DeMeester Meg Goebel Greg Hooks Janet Nisbett Douglas Padnos Eddie T.L. Tadlock Douglas Williams Honorary Life Trustees Margaret Bradshaw Anita Carter Pamella DeVos Marilyn Q. Drake David G. Frey Mary Ann Keeler Mary Loupee Mary Nelson Kate Pew Wolters

celebration of its tenth anniversary at 101 Monroe Center, opening on January 26: A Decade at the Center: Recent Gifts design acquired through gift and purchase and spans all areas in which GRAM collects, including important work by artists Mathias Alten, Richard Diebenkorn, Monir Shahroudy Farmanfarmaian, Alex Katz, and Dawoud Bey. Just like the permanent collection, GRAM’s dedicated patrons and donors are at the heart of the Museum, and their generous support has been essential to building our holding of over 6,000 objects. I invite you to explore the many works new to the collection in this exhibition and discover the broad spectrum of human creativity and innovation on view. Returning this March is GRAM’s bi-annual one-weekend-only exhibition, Art in Bloom, celebrating the combined beauty of art and floral design. Come see the first signs of spring at GRAM while touring the galleries and enjoying extravagant floral sculptures! Mingle with fellow art and floral lovers at the opening reception on Friday, March 22, and participate in a whole host of events that weekend, from wine and artmaking at Creativity Uncorked, to live classical music at the Sunday Classical Concert Series. Most importantly, don’t forget to vote for your favorite entries and help choose the People’s Choice Award! The winter schedule is packed with art-making workshops, new ways to tour the Museum, and events that everyone in the family can enjoy. Bring your budding artist to Drop-in Studio on Saturday afternoons to enjoy hands-on art-making and gallery activities inspired by the works on view. Adults can enjoy a night out at Creativity Uncorked where you’ll enjoy drinks, music, and mingling with follow art lovers, all while learning a new creative skill taught by a knowledgeable instructor. I hope you’ll join us for our popular Sunday Classical Concert Series, happening on Sunday afternoons this winter. We have a great line up of returning favorites as well as new performers. Following the concerts, join a drop-in tour and explore our galleries to experience both live music and engaging art in the beautiful atmosphere at GRAM. Come for the music—stay for the art! Warmly,

Dana Friis-Hansen, Director and CEO

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A Decade at the Center: Recent Gifts and Acquisitions January 26 – April 28, 2019 Above: Charles Garabedian, Apotheosis (detail), 1995-96, acrylic on canvas. Grand Rapids Art Museum, Gift of Lucille and Ron Neeley, 2018.16 ©Charles Garabedian

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The Grand Rapids Art Museum closes out a yearlong celebration of the Museum’s first decade at 101 Monroe Center with an exhibition featuring gifts and acquisitions to the permanent collection from the last five years. The exhibition spans all areas in which GRAM collects, from 19th century paintings to contemporary art, mid-century modern furniture to vintage photography, and rare Renaissance engravings to historical design objects. Many of the works are on public view for the first time.

GRAM’s commitment to exhibiting and collecting design and craft is illustrated by the inclusion of important works of furniture, ceramics, glass, and other design objects. On view for the first time are several pieces from a major new gift of over 100 design objects from one of the premier American collectors. This generous gift will greatly expand the museum’s design holdings and better tell the story of West Michigan’s rich history as a leading center of design and manufacturing.

The exhibition comprises recent museum purchases, as well as gifts and promised gifts from numerous generous individuals and institutions. In some cases, these acquisitions expand the museum’s holding of works by particular artists, such as Mathias J. Alten, Andy Warhol, Monir Shahroudy Farmanfarmaian, Richard Diebenkorn, and Alex Katz, or, introduce important artists new to the collection, including Oswaldo Vigas, Dawoud Bey, and Carrie Mae Weems. A pair of 15th century engravings by Martin Schongauer are the oldest works in the exhibition, promised gifts of Cate and Sid Jansma Jr., founders of GRAM’s extraordinary Jansma Print Collection. Notable new contemporary works will be on view as well, including a print by American artist Kara Walker in her recognizable silhouette-style, a promised gift from Martin and Enid Packard, important long-time supporters of GRAM.

With this exhibition, GRAM celebrates the crucial role of gifts in our ongoing effort to build one of the most notable collections in the American Midwest. Since the Museum’s inception in 1910, the generosity of our patrons has been crucial to building our permanent collection of over 6,000 objects.

Support for this exhibition is generously provided by: Wege Foundation James and Mary Nelson Dirk and June Hoffius Cate and Sid Jansma, Jr. Greg and Meg Willit Kurt and Madelon Hassberger Haworth, Inc. Additional funding provided by the GRAM Exhibition Society. Listing as of print date. Image: Lilla Cabot Perry, In the Studio, (detail) c. 1895. Grand Rapids Art Museum, Museum Purchase, James and Judy DeLapa, 2016.7

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Exhibition Related Programs and Events EXCLUSIVE MEMBER EVENT Member Exhibition Opening: A Decade at the Center: Recent Gifts and Acquisitions Friday, January 25, 2019 7 pm – 9 pm Free, members only Join us for an exclusive Member Exhibition Opening celebrating A Decade at the Center: Recent Gifts and Acquisitions. Members enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar, live entertainment, and mingling with fellow art lovers. RSVP by calling 616.831.2909 or online at artmuseumgr.org/memberopening. Image: Dawoud Bey (American, b. 1953) Couple in Prospect Park, 1990 (2018 print), gelatin silver photograph, 21 3/4 x 17 7/16 inches. Grand Rapids Art Museum, Museum Purchase, 2018.22. © Dawoud Bey, Courtesy of Stephen Daiter Gallery

Exhibition Talk: Growing a Permanent Collection Saturday, January 26, 2019 2 pm – 3 pm Cook Auditorium Free for members, free with admission Join us for a presentation by Director and CEO, Dana Friis-Hansen, and Chief Curator, Ron Platt, as they discuss the genesis and organization of GRAM’s latest exhibition, A Decade at the Center: Recent Gifts and Acquisitions. Over the past five years, the Grand Rapids Art Museum has added 400 objects to the permanent collection, 60 of which are highlighted in the exhibition alongside promised gifts from donors. Friis-Hansen will discuss the crucial role of donors and their gifts to growing a museum’s permanent collection and discuss the exhibition as it relates to GRAM’s strategic objectives. Platt will emphasize the exhibition’s organizational plan as well as focus on key works of art and design featured. Image: Adonna Khare, Elephant Whirlpool, 2014, carbon pencil on paper, 96 x 72 inches. Grand Rapids Art Museum, Museum Purchase, with funds from Bill and Marilyn Crawford and the Artist, 2014.10 © Adonna Khare

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A Conversation with Meg Goebel GRAM Foundation Board Trustee and Legacy Society Member

Where do you feel the most fulfilled regarding your contributions to GRAM? Meg Goebel: I feel most fulfilled as a member of GRAM’s Legacy Society—by contributing my personal art collection to the Museum on a yearly basis. The Legacy Society is important to me because if I can make a significant contribution to a cultural institution like the Grand Rapids Art Museum, one that will help them continue their mission and important programs into the future, that is what matters. You’ve made a very generous legacy pledge to the Museum with your collection. Can you talk a little bit about what brought you to that decision? This is a significant way to impact an institution. Meg Goebel: I’ve always felt that it was important to take care of my estate. I didn’t want to have the executives of my estate worry about how to get rid of it, or where it should go,

Meg Goebel How have art museums impacted your life? Meg Goebel: Art museums are an integral part of any community—not only do they introduce people to the artwork, but invites them to participate in educational programming and engaging discussions about art. You have a passion for collecting. And that is putting it mildly. Can you talk a little bit about your decision making process when purchasing a piece? Meg Goebel: For me, the art that I’ve chosen is always emotional. I’ve collected art from all over the world, and it’s a situation where I look at it and I say, ‘I don’t think I can live without this piece.’ It has to touch me. I bought one piece for investment purposes, and it was a big bust, so I learned my lesson that that’s not what you do. So I know parents aren’t supposed to say they have a favorite child, but... do you have a piece that really is your favorite? Meg Goebel: Yes, the first piece I collected. It was back in the mid-‘80s, and I was down at a gallery in New Orleans, and I passed this gallery where there was a work by LeRoy Neiman called Lady Skier. It was a blonde woman skiing down the mountain, with her mouth wide open in a big smile, and going about a hundred miles an hour, and I went, ‘Well that’s me! Mr. Neiman must have seen me ski!’ That was the first major piece I bought and it’s still my favorite to this day.

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so to me, GRAM was its home. These are people that know art, and they will preserve the artwork for others to enjoy in the future. To me it was a very, very simple decision, and one that I am so happy about.

Contribute to GRAM’s future by planning for a special kind of gift! Donors who contribute through a planned gift or make a provision for the Museum in their estate plans are eligible to join the Legacy Society. Legacy gifts strengthen the Museum’s endowment, providing much-needed annual income that helps the museum continue to present exhibitions of significant importance, weekend family programming, and collaborations with schools and cultural institutions. As the endowment grows, so does the Museum’s secure future. It’s easy to become a GRAM Legacy Society member. • • • •

There is no minimum gift Your gift information can be completely confidential at your request One of the easiest and most popular ways of making a Legacy Gift is to remember GRAM in your will. In addition to a gift in your will, there are other ways you may make a legacy gift. You can name the Museum as a beneficiary of your retirement plan or life insurance policy. Doing so is as simple as filling out a beneficiary designation form from your plan provider or administrator.

For more information about GRAM’s Legacy Society, or to join, please contact Elly Barnette-Dawson at elly@artmuseumgr.org.

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Art in Bloom Returns! Art in Bloom March 22 – 24, 2019 Art in Bloom will return this spring for a bi-annual one-weekend-only exhibition that celebrates the combined beauty of art and floral design. Come see the first signs of spring at GRAM while touring the galleries and enjoying extravagant floral sculptures. West Michigan’s most talented floral designers will create thought provoking and elegantly designed arrangements inspired by works in the Museum’s permanent collection. These floral sculptures emphasize, challenge and build upon elements and concepts within the original work of art, creating an extraordinary dialogue between two pieces. Visitors are invited to select the people’s choice award winner by casting a vote for their favorite floral sculpture. Support for Art in Bloom is generously provided by Karl and Patricia Betz.

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Friday, March 22 6 pm – 9 pm: 6:45 pm – 9 pm: 7 pm:

Little Member Morning Saturday, March 23, 2019 10:30 am – 11:30 am Free, members only Join us for a special outing designed for the Museum’s youngest members and inspired by Art in Bloom. Take your budding art lover on a docent-led tour through the galleries where they can explore floral creation inspired by the works in GRAM’s collection. After the tour, guests will be treated to story time and sketching in the galleries. Little Member Mornings are perfect for members ages 4 to 8, but all ages are welcome to join in the fun. Space is limited— register online at artmuseumgr.org/membermorning.

Art in Bloom reception Galleries open and People’s Choice Award voting begins Creativity Uncorked: Wall Flowers Jury Selected winner announcement

Saturday, March 23 Galleries open and People’s Choice 10 am - 5 pm: Award voting continues Drop-in Tour: Art in Bloom with 11 am - 12 pm: Curatorial staff and Floral Designer 10:30 am – 11:30 am: Little Member Morning Drop-in Studio: Pixel Pictures 1 pm – 4 pm:

Sunday, March 24 Art Social: Art in Bloom 11 am – 12 pm: Galleries open and People’s 12 pm - 1:30 pm: Choice Award voting continues 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm: Adult Workshop: Crepe Paper Flowers People’s Choice Award Announcement 2 pm: Sunday Classical Concert Series: 2 pm – 3 pm: DeVos String Quartet

Art Social: Art in Bloom Sunday, March 24 11 am – 12 pm $10 for Visionnaires, $15 for GRAM Members, members only Spend your Sunday morning at GRAM with art, culture, and a bloody mary and mimosa bar during Art in Bloom weekend. Sip floral-inspired cocktails with friends and enjoy live music and views of downtown Grand Rapids. Your first drink is included with registration. Space is limited—register online at artmuseumgr.org/artsocial.

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Coming Soon This Summer

Maya Lin: Art and Environment May 18 – September 1, 2019

Lin’s Ecliptic, which has transformed downtown Grand Rapids’ Rosa Parks Circle into a central gathering space in the heart of the city.

GRAM is excited to announce a summer 2019 exhibition featuring the work of renowned artist, architect, and designer Maya Lin. Organized by GRAM in collaboration with Lin’s studio, Art and Environment focuses on large-scale sculpture that demonstrates Lin’s fascination with water as a subject. Created in materials such as silver, carved and polished marble, steel, and building materials, Lin’s work is conceived through the meticulous use of charting, mapping, and scientific research in determining each sculpture’s ultimate design, layout, and structure.

Maya Lin (b. 1959) interprets the natural world through science, culture, history, and contemporary issues, and has created internationally renowned works of art and architecture over the past four decades. Lin designed the Vietnam Veterans Memorial as an undergraduate student at Yale, and went on to design significant works including the Civil Rights Memorial in Alabama, the Women’s Table at Yale, and The Wave Field at the University of Michigan. Lin’s work has been featured in numerous solo exhibitions at museums worldwide and is in the permanent collections of major institutions such as the National Gallery of Art, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Smithsonian Institution, and Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, among others.

The focus on water and the environment is relevant now more than ever, and Lin’s compelling artworks will help raise environmental awareness and challenge visitors to ponder humanity’s relationship with the natural world. The exhibition also celebrates the approaching 20th anniversary of Maya

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About the Artist

Image: Maya Lin (American, b. 1959). Blue Lake Pass (detail), 2006. Duraflake particleboard, installation dimensions variable. Photograph by G.R. Christmas. © Maya Lin Studio, courtesy Pace Gallery.

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Drop-in Studio Every Saturday, 1 pm – 4 pm Every third Thursday of the month, 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm Spring Break Session: Tuesday, April 2, 1 pm – 5 pm Free with admission, free for members

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GRAM Discovery Club Select Wednesdays February 13, March 13, April 10, and May 8 10:30 am – 11:30 am $3 per child, $7 per adult, free for members Children 3-5 years old and their families are invited to join the GRAM Discovery Club program. Each month features a new theme to engage young children with games, stories, music, and an art project. Register online at artmuseumgr.org/discoveryclub. February 13: Fairy Tale Adventure March 13: Music and Movement April 10: Experimental Excitement May 8: Nursery Rhyme Journey The deadline to register for GRAM Discovery Club programming is two days prior to event date. To register, visit artmuseumgr.org/discoveryclub or contact Group Experience Manager Kristen Hoeker at 616.831.2930 or khoeker@artmuseumgr.org.

The next time you visit the Museum on a Saturday, drop in to GRAM Studio and enjoy hands-on art-making and gallery activities. Drop-in Studio is a great opportunity for individuals of all ages to learn a new skill and get a deeper engagement with the art on view. February: Drypoint Prints How do printmakers create such delicate lines? Find out this month as you explore the drypoint process in GRAM Studio. Scratch lines directly into the printing plate before rubbing in soy-based ink, then run your plate through the press for an incredibly detailed print. March: Pixel Pictures Get inspired by Chuck Close’s work in the collection, then start your masterpiece by dividing it into a grid filled with colors and shading. Amaze friends and family with a picture that appears to transform into abstraction as you get closer. April: Mini Museums Explore GRAM’s exhibition A Decade at the Center, then play curator of your own mini museum. Build miniature gallery walls and furniture and choose images to collage and display. May: Portraits from Pieces Whoever said a portrait had to look accurate? Build a wacky portrait of yourself or a friend using bits and pieces from magazines in the Studio. For more information, please contact the GRAM Studio team at 616.831.2927 or gramstudio@artmuseumgr.org. Sponsored by:

Story Time Program Select Thursdays January 17, February 21, March 21, April 18, and May 16 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm All ages, free The Grand Rapids Art Museum and Grand Rapids Public Library have teamed up to present a fun outing for the whole family each month! Each program has a different theme, and includes story time, a mini family exhibition tour, and an art project. Registration is not required. January 17: Nature’s Treasure February 21: Road Trip Across the USA March 21: Springtime Celebration April 18: Picture Perfect Story Time programs are held on Meijer Free Thursday Nights and are available to guests at no cost, thanks to the generous support of Meijer.

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Tours

EXCLUSIVE MEMBER EVENT New Member Tour Saturday, February 9 and May 18 1 pm – 2 pm Free for members Welcome to the Grand Rapids Art Museum family! Drop in to GRAM and explore the galleries with one of our dedicated docents to learn about the Museum’s collection and rotating exhibitions. Though designed for new members, all GRAM members are invited to participate.

Second Saturday Sketching Tour Every Second Saturday of the Month February 9, March 9, April 13, and May 11 1 pm – 2 pm Free for members, free with admission GRAM’s Drop-in Tours Select Tuesdays and Saturdays 1 pm - 2 pm Free for members, free with admission Drop in to GRAM and explore the galleries with one of our dedicated docents to explore our newest exhibitions and the Museum’s collection. This is a fantastic opportunity for art lovers of all ages to explore the many excellent works at GRAM. Tours meet in the Museum lobby. Upcoming Drop-in Tours Jan 22 Tuesday Jan 26 Saturday Feb 5 Tuesday Feb 16 Saturday Feb 19 Tuesday Mar 2 Saturday Mar 5 Tuesday Mar 8 Friday Mar 19 Tuesday Mar 30 Saturday Apr 6 Saturday Apr 16 Tuesday Apr 23 Tuesday Apr 27 Saturday

Mysteries in Color A Decade At The Center Water is Sacred // Trees Are Relatives African American Art American Landscapes Art and Travel Made in Michigan Women in Art A Decade At The Center Portraits Abstract Art A Decade At The Center Green Features Furniture and Design

For more information about tours, visit artmuseumgr.org/tours or contact tours@artmuseumgr.org.

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On the second Saturday of each month, join a docent-guided sketching tour of GRAM’s exhibitions. Sketching is a great opportunity to look more deeply at the works of art on view as well as express your own creativity. This event is open to individuals of all ages and levels of experience; drawing supplies are available for each participant. Tours meet in the Museum lobby.

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Baby and Me Tour Select Tuesdays January 22, February 19, March 19, and April 23 11 am – 12 pm Free Moms, dads, caregivers, and grandparents are invited to join us for an interactive tour and discussion inspirited by our latest exhibitions and permanent collection. Expect a special kind of outing where no one minds if a baby lends their opinion with a coo or a cry. Strollers permitted; carrying or baby wearing is encouraged. Baby & Me tours are perfect for children age 0-18 months. Tours meet in the Museum lobby. Please pre-register online at artmuseumgr.org/tours or by calling Visitor Services at 616.831.1000.

Scout Day at GRAM Saturday, March 9 10 am – 12 pm 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm $6 per scout, two leaders free per group, $7 per additional adult Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts, and Boy Scouts are invited to attend Scout Day at GRAM. Scouts participate in activity stations throughout the building highlighting GRAM’s current exhibitions and permanent collection—activities include games, scavenger hunts, art-making projects, and more. Each Scout will receive a special GRAM patch at the conclusion of their visit. Scouts may attend as a troop/group or individually with a leader, parent, or guardian present. Scouts can register for one of the two session times offered. Price includes admission, all art materials, and one GRAM patch. A room to eat a sack lunch is available upon request. Registration deadline is February 26, to register contact Kristen Hoeker, Group Experience Manager, at 616.831.2930 or khoeker@artmuseumgr.org.

GRAM Summer Art Camps 2019 $120, members receive 20% off, need-based scholarships available Monday – Friday, 9 am – 12 pm GRAM Summer Art Camp provides children and teens, ages 4 through 15, with the opportunity to experience creativity and innovation in a unique and transformative setting. Campers take part in observation and discussion in the Museum’s galleries, discovery and hands-on activities in GRAM Studio, and learn collaborative problem-solving processes through communication and creation. Artful Discoveries & Adventures June 17 - 21: Ages 4 - 6 June 24 - 28: Ages 7 - 9 Past, Present, Future July 8 - 12: Ages 4 - 6 July 15 - 19: Ages 7 – 9 Eco-Art July 22 - 26: Ages 10 – 12 Art and Identity July 23 – August 2: Ages 13 - 15 Book your child’s spot early, as sessions sell out quickly. Registration opens February 1 at artmuseumgr.org/sac. For more information, contact Crystal Chesnik, Studio Experience Manager, at 616.831.2927 or gramstudio@artmuseumgr.org.

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Creativity Uncorked Thursday, February 14, Friday, March 22, and Friday, April 12 6:45 pm – 9 pm $40, members receive 20% off

After the Museum closes its doors, we invite you to grab a friend and enjoy glass of wine in GRAM Studio at Creativity Uncorked. Each program is tailored toward the exhibitions on view or the Museum’s collection each month. Arrive early at 6:15 pm to enjoy two complimentary drinks, music, and mingling with fellow art lovers, followed by a private tour and art making. February 14: The Art of Calligraphy Discover examples of calligraphy in GRAM’s collection and discuss its cross-cultural significance in the galleries, then head to the Studio to practice your own take on modern calligraphy. Practice basic strokes while learning how to use a dip pen. Experiment with different inks, nibs, and brushes to find what works best for you. March 22: Wall Flowers See GRAM’s galleries blossom during a tour of Art in Bloom. Follow step-by-step instructions to make several types of crisp, contemporary cut paper flowers in GRAM Studio, then branch out to explore possibilities in the arrangement of your own paper flower panel. April 12: Stunning Silhouettes Create your own spin on the historic form of portraiture while creating a contemporary silhouette of yourself or a loved one. Discover modern and traditional examples of silhouettes in the galleries before creating your own silhouette from a printed photo, paint, and collage.

Art, Love and Chocolate Tour Saturday, February 9, 2019 11 am – 12 pm 2 pm – 3 pm Free for members, $7 Adult, $6 Senior (62+), $4 per Child (6 – 17) Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a special guided tour at GRAM. Guests will explore love, companionship, passion, and dedication depicted in artwork throughout the galleries. At the conclusion of the tour, receive a special chocolate treat to complete your visit. Registration is required by February 7th—to register, visit artmuseumgr.org/chocolate.

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Adult Workshops Saturday, March 23 Sunday, February 24, March 24, and April 7 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm $35, GRAM members receive 20% off Attend GRAM’s Adult Workshops and discover an afternoon of art-making and gallery activities. Go on a tour of the collection while discussing the history and context of different process, then experience an in-depth demonstration of tools and techniques before creating your own unique project. No experience is necessary–just an open mind and a willingness to try something new. All materials provided.

March 23 and 24: Crepe Paper Flowers Prized for their longevity, availability independent of season, and cost-effectiveness, paper flowers have a long history of being made around the world for celebrations and every-day decorations. Learn about their uses over time as this art form spread throughout the world. Follow along with step-by-step demonstrations for several flower types before exploring greater possibilities. Leave with your own crown, wreath, or floral arrangement.

April 17: Modern Macramé Experience the creative possibilities of modern macramé. See how designer Marcel Wanders applied the technique to furniture, then learn macramé basics and get started on your own sampler down in the studio. February 24: Pewter Embossing Chasing and repoussé are two metalworking techniques used to form metal into low relief. Tour examples of metalworking in GRAM’s collection, and discover pewter’s quirky characteristics and its advantages over other metals. Leave with an embossed pewter panel or piece of jewelry along with resources for continuing to work with pewter at home.

New quantity discounts—if you register multiple participants or for more than one Creativity Uncorked or Adult Workshop events, you can receive quantity discounts. Receive $3 off each ticket when purchasing three tickets and $4 off each ticket when purchasing four or more.

Registration is required for all GRAM Studio workshops. Space is limited to 30 participants, so reserve your spot today at artmuseumgr.org/gramstudio. For more information, please contact GRAM Studio at 616.831.2927 or gramstudio@artmuseumgr.org.

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Gala 2019: Beyond the Frame The Grand Rapids Art Museum’s annual Gala returns on Saturday, May 4, 2019 with Gala: Beyond the Frame. Join us for a Gala unlike any other as you step inside GRAM’s art collection and discover the rich details and stories that await beyond the frame. The evening will be a glamorous mix of cocktails, dinner, and entertainment, all inspired by the Museum’s collection. 6:00 7:30 9:00

Cocktails Dinner Entertainment

Attire: Black Tie Parking: Complementary valet on Louis Street Sponsorship opportunities available at artmuseumgr.org/gala. For more information, please contact Marnie McGuire, Manager of Corporate Partnerships and Fundraising Events, at 616.831.2901 or mmcguire@artmuseumgr.org.

Yoga at GRAM Select Thursdays January 17, February 21, March 21, April 18, and May 16 5:45 pm – 6:45 pm Cook Auditorium Free The Grand Rapids Art Museum and AM Yoga present Yoga at GRAM. Join us on select Thursday evenings for exceptional Vinyasa-style yoga classes with instructors Ashley Yost and Mali Jane.

Sunday Classical Concert Series Sundays, February 3 – April 7, 2019 2 – 3 pm Free for members, free with admission Enjoy live classical music performances every Sunday, set amid the beautiful architecture of GRAM. Come for the music - stay for the art! Winter 2019 Lineup

Lunch and Learn Select Tuesdays January 22, February 19, March 19, and April 16 12 pm – 1 pm Cook Auditorium Free Bring your lunch and join GRAM for a free Lunch and Learn presented on an array of topics related to art and the creative industry each month. Learn more about exhibitions on view, and engage in thought- provoking discussion with your fellow peers and art lovers.

February 10 February 17 February 24 March 3 March 10 March 17 March 24 March 31 April 7