Upcoming events

Events and programs presented by LACMA welcome all audiences with a wide array of offerings—from traditional talks, tours, classes, and film screenings to experimental forms of performance and unexpected experiences designed to cultivate community. In the warmer months, Jazz at LACMA and Latin Sounds create lively gatherings of Angelenos of all ages with free weekly concerts by renowned artists. Programs and events are presented at the main campus on Wilshire and throughout Los Angeles County. Please note the event location in each listing.

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Adult Art Class: Watercolor

LACMAAdults

Adult Art Class: Watercolor
May 5–Aug 11, 2019
Resnick Pavilion
Learn about the relationship between sunlight and color and how to mix colors, plan out a painting, and use artistic techniques for a successful watercolor painting. All skill levels are welcome. Taught by Shannon Green. This program takes place outdoors at LACMA on Saturday, October 17. Parking validation and supplies are provided. Please note, parking validations are only valid for the Pritzker Parking Garage on 6th Street. For additional art...
Assortment of paints

Adult Art Class: Acrylic Paint on Canvas

W.M. Keck Education CenterAdults

Adult Art Class: Acrylic Paint on Canvas
May 5–Aug 11, 2019
Resnick Pavilion
Wander through LACMA’s campus including the new David Geffen Galleries to view paintings from our vast collection. Get ideas from the masters and learn how they used composition, color, and painting techniques to tell stories. All levels are welcome at this fun class taught by artist Rosanne Kleinerman. This program takes place across five Thursdays: October 22, 29, November 5, 12, and 19. The ticket price covers all five sessions...
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Adult Art Class: Botanical Drawing

W.M. Keck Education CenterAdults

Adult Art Class: Botanical Drawing
May 5–Aug 11, 2019
Resnick Pavilion
Incorporate ecology into your drawing practice and connect with nature on LACMA’s campus through an exploration of plant life. Hone your observational drawing skills, play with color and plant-based pigments, and examine botany-inspired work on view in Collecting Impressionism at LACMA, in the David Geffen Galleries, and outdoors. All skill levels are welcome. Taught by artist Stacey Vigallon. This program takes place across five Sundays: November 1, 8, 15, 22...
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Kids Art Class: Focus on Painting (Ages 6–8)

W.M. Keck Education CenterKids & Families

Kids Art Class: Focus on Painting (Ages 6–8)
May 5–Aug 11, 2019
Resnick Pavilion
View artworks from LACMA’s collection and learn how artists use composition, color, and painting techniques to tell stories. All skill levels are welcome in this fun and lively class. Taught by artist Rosanne Kleinerman. This drop-off class takes place across three Sundays: November 8, 15, and 22. The ticket price covers all three sessions. Parking validation and supplies are provided. Please note that parking validations are only valid for the...
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Modern Dance Figure Drawing

BCAM, Level 3Adults

Modern Dance Figure Drawing
May 5–Aug 11, 2019
Resnick Pavilion
At this guided workshop for adults, you’ll hone your figure-drawing skills and sketch a live modern dancer among works on view in LACMA’s Modern Art Galleries as we explore and depict movement, space, and the interplay between different forms of art. This program is part of Third Weekends at LACMA, a monthly line-up of free and ticketed programs inspired by our collection and special exhibitions. Go Metro. The D Line...
Print of skeletons

Adult Art Class: Expressionist Printmaking

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Adult Art Class: Expressionist Printmaking
May 5–Aug 11, 2019
Resnick Pavilion
Printmaking has long been a popular medium for the dissemination of art and ideas. We'll explore imagery on view in Danse Macabre: Death in Print from Durer to Dix and incorporate chin-collé and collage to create our own graphic prints using accessible tabletop techniques to carry your practice forward beyond the workshop. Taught by artist Julianna Ostrovsky. This program takes place outdoors at LACMA on Saturday, November 21. Parking validation...
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Winter Art Camp: Journeys Around the World (Ages 6–8)

Kids & Families

Winter Art Camp: Journeys Around the World (Ages 6–8)
May 5–Aug 11, 2019
Resnick Pavilion
Embark on a creative journey and explore traditional art, vibrant patterns, and unique crafts from different cultures. Students will experiment with diverse mediums and techniques—from colorful textiles to clay sculptures inspired by ancient traditions. Every young explorer will take home a colorful collection of artwork and a new appreciation for creativity around the world! Taught by artist Jesus Mascorro. This program will take place outdoors on LACMA's campus December 28–31...
children off screen working on artwork at table with paper and tape

Winter Art Camp: New Art for a New Year (Ages 9–12)

Kids & Families

Winter Art Camp: New Art for a New Year (Ages 9–12)
May 5–Aug 11, 2019
Resnick Pavilion
Start the year off with a fun week of LACMA Art Camp! Check out the new David Geffen Galleries and tour the exhibitions Roberto Gil de Montes: Water Drops on Burning Rocks and Textile Alchemy: The Art of Reiko Sudō & NUNO . Paint, sculpt, make textiles and learn new art techniques in 2027! Taught by artist Rosanne Kleinerman. This program will take place outdoors on LACMA's campus January 4–8...