Afternoon Art—Ketchum

Afternoon Art—Ketchum

Sun Valley Museum of Art

For families with kids of all ages Join us for Afternoon Art, a free drop-in program where community members of all ages can explore themes from the Museum's current exhibition and create unique works of art. Families and friends are invited to play, create, and collaborate as artists, making this a perfect activity for art lovers, curious minds, and anyone looking for inspiration. Projects will vary, so there’s always something new to discover! Afternoon Art is held in Ketchum on the first Friday of each month and in Hailey on the second Friday from 2:30–4:30 PM. Be sure to check dates and locations.

Free

LECTURE: From Screenplays to Sonoma A Q&A with Robert Mark Kamen

Sun Valley Museum of Art

Join us for an intimate Q&A with screenwriter, Robert Mark Kamen. He will share tales of his journey from the rugged, mountainous terrain of Afghanistan as an American Studies PhD, through his 40-plus year career as a blockbuster screenwriter (his credits include The Karate Kid), and how this incredible journey led him to 300 acres in Sonoma to become a vintner. Conversations about accidental success, the importance of art in society, writing as an art form, and supporting art in our communities are invited. Presented in partnership with Merlin's Magic Lantern.

free

WORKSHOP: Travel Sketching Intensive—For Those on the Go! with Jim Caldwell

Sun Valley Museum of Art

Awaken your creativity and create trip souvenirs that you will treasure. In this 5-day intensive, learn how to capture a travel scene or still life in ink and Prismacolor. Each 3-hour class will start with a slide show in the Museum classroom, then go outside to sketch, and end with a group critique back in the Museum classroom. The inspiration for our travel drawings will be Jim’s good friend and artist, Bill Fain. All materials and supplies will be provided and are part of the tuition. Age & ability: 18+, all levels, beginners welcome! This 5-session workshop will take place Monday-Friday, Aug 4–8, from 9:30am–12:30pm daily. About the Instructor Born in New York in 1942, Jim Caldwell has spent most of his life in the San Francisco Bay Area. He graduated from Williams College in 1964 as an Art Major and spent the next year in Paris studying printing and etching at the École des Beaux Arts. In 1969, he received his Master of Architecture Degree from the Yale School of Architecture. Jim has had over 45 one-man shows, and his paintings are represented in more than 450 collections worldwide. Jim’s Sun Valley connections go back to the 1950’s. Jim ...

$200 – $250

WORKSHOP: Travel Sketching Intensive—For Those on the Go! with Jim Caldwell

Sun Valley Museum of Art

Awaken your creativity and create trip souvenirs that you will treasure. In this 5-day intensive, learn how to capture a travel scene or still life in ink and Prismacolor. Each 3-hour class will start with a slide show in the Museum classroom, then go outside to sketch, and end with a group critique back in the Museum classroom. The inspiration for our travel drawings will be Jim’s good friend and artist, Bill Fain. All materials and supplies will be provided and are part of the tuition. Age & ability: 18+, all levels, beginners welcome! This 5-session workshop will take place Monday-Friday, Aug 4–8, from 9:30am–12:30pm daily. About the Instructor Born in New York in 1942, Jim Caldwell has spent most of his life in the San Francisco Bay Area. He graduated from Williams College in 1964 as an Art Major and spent the next year in Paris studying printing and etching at the École des Beaux Arts. In 1969, he received his Master of Architecture Degree from the Yale School of Architecture. Jim has had over 45 one-man shows, and his paintings are represented in more than 450 collections worldwide. Jim’s Sun Valley connections go back to the 1950’s. Jim ...

$200 – $250

WORKSHOP: Travel Sketching Intensive—For Those on the Go! with Jim Caldwell

Sun Valley Museum of Art

Awaken your creativity and create trip souvenirs that you will treasure. In this 5-day intensive, learn how to capture a travel scene or still life in ink and Prismacolor. Each 3-hour class will start with a slide show in the Museum classroom, then go outside to sketch, and end with a group critique back in the Museum classroom. The inspiration for our travel drawings will be Jim’s good friend and artist, Bill Fain. All materials and supplies will be provided and are part of the tuition. Age & ability: 18+, all levels, beginners welcome! This 5-session workshop will take place Monday-Friday, Aug 4–8, from 9:30am–12:30pm daily. About the Instructor Born in New York in 1942, Jim Caldwell has spent most of his life in the San Francisco Bay Area. He graduated from Williams College in 1964 as an Art Major and spent the next year in Paris studying printing and etching at the École des Beaux Arts. In 1969, he received his Master of Architecture Degree from the Yale School of Architecture. Jim has had over 45 one-man shows, and his paintings are represented in more than 450 collections worldwide. Jim’s Sun Valley connections go back to the 1950’s. Jim ...

$200 – $250

WORKSHOP: Travel Sketching Intensive—For Those on the Go! with Jim Caldwell

Sun Valley Museum of Art

Awaken your creativity and create trip souvenirs that you will treasure. In this 5-day intensive, learn how to capture a travel scene or still life in ink and Prismacolor. Each 3-hour class will start with a slide show in the Museum classroom, then go outside to sketch, and end with a group critique back in the Museum classroom. The inspiration for our travel drawings will be Jim’s good friend and artist, Bill Fain. All materials and supplies will be provided and are part of the tuition. Age & ability: 18+, all levels, beginners welcome! This 5-session workshop will take place Monday-Friday, Aug 4–8, from 9:30am–12:30pm daily. About the Instructor Born in New York in 1942, Jim Caldwell has spent most of his life in the San Francisco Bay Area. He graduated from Williams College in 1964 as an Art Major and spent the next year in Paris studying printing and etching at the École des Beaux Arts. In 1969, he received his Master of Architecture Degree from the Yale School of Architecture. Jim has had over 45 one-man shows, and his paintings are represented in more than 450 collections worldwide. Jim’s Sun Valley connections go back to the 1950’s. Jim ...

$200 – $250

WORKSHOP: Travel Sketching Intensive—For Those on the Go! with Jim Caldwell

Sun Valley Museum of Art

Awaken your creativity and create trip souvenirs that you will treasure. In this 5-day intensive, learn how to capture a travel scene or still life in ink and Prismacolor. Each 3-hour class will start with a slide show in the Museum classroom, then go outside to sketch, and end with a group critique back in the Museum classroom. The inspiration for our travel drawings will be Jim’s good friend and artist, Bill Fain. All materials and supplies will be provided and are part of the tuition. Age & ability: 18+, all levels, beginners welcome! This 5-session workshop will take place Monday-Friday, Aug 4–8, from 9:30am–12:30pm daily. About the Instructor Born in New York in 1942, Jim Caldwell has spent most of his life in the San Francisco Bay Area. He graduated from Williams College in 1964 as an Art Major and spent the next year in Paris studying printing and etching at the École des Beaux Arts. In 1969, he received his Master of Architecture Degree from the Yale School of Architecture. Jim has had over 45 one-man shows, and his paintings are represented in more than 450 collections worldwide. Jim’s Sun Valley connections go back to the 1950’s. Jim ...

$200 – $250

FIRST FRIDAYS featuring Sawtooth Strings

Sun Valley Museum of Art

Join us for First Fridays, a free community gathering celebrating art, music, and connection. Enjoy an evening of live music, explore the museum's current exhibition, and grab a drink while mingling with friends and neighbors. Free admission for everyone. Cash bar (complimentary drinks for members). No reservation required—simply stop by and enjoy! First Fridays at SVMoA Join us on the first Friday of each month for an evening of art, community, and refreshments. Drop in anytime between 5-7 PM to explore our current exhibitions and make art in a relaxed, social atmosphere. Each month features a different experience, with many First Fridays including our special "Music at the Museum" programming. We invite local musicians and DJs to transform our galleries with live performances.

Free

Summer Maker Space – Family Open Studio

Sun Valley Museum of Art

Join us this summer for Summer Maker Space, a free, drop-in art studio for families, where creativity spills from the classroom onto the lawn. Each week features fresh, hands-on art projects designed for all ages—no registration needed, just stop by and make something! Expect projects like: -Nature printmaking and naturally-dyed fabric art -Paint-your-own kites and playful wind toys -Large-scale outdoor cardboard cities and other collaborative creations -Sculpture-building with found, natural, and unexpected materials -Sensory Stations with clay, water-based paints, and sand—perfect for messy, tactile exploration -A Relax & Sketch area with clipboards and drawing boards to capture the trees, mountains, and sky We provide the supplies—you bring the imagination (and maybe wear clothes you don’t mind turning into a masterpiece). there’s always something new to discover! Summer in the Makerspace takes place from 1–4pm. Summer in the Makerspace Open Studio Dates & Locations: Wednesdays | 1–4pm July 16 & 30 The Museum July 23 & August 6 Hailey Classroom Come once or every week—

Free

Summer Maker Space – Family Open Studio

Sun Valley Museum of Art

Join us this summer for Summer Maker Space, a free, drop-in art studio for families, where creativity spills from the classroom onto the lawn. Each week features fresh, hands-on art projects designed for all ages—no registration needed, just stop by and make something! Expect projects like: -Nature printmaking and naturally-dyed fabric art -Paint-your-own kites and playful wind toys -Large-scale outdoor cardboard cities and other collaborative creations -Sculpture-building with found, natural, and unexpected materials -Sensory Stations with clay, water-based paints, and sand—perfect for messy, tactile exploration -A Relax & Sketch area with clipboards and drawing boards to capture the trees, mountains, and sky We provide the supplies—you bring the imagination (and maybe wear clothes you don’t mind turning into a masterpiece). there’s always something new to discover! Summer in the Makerspace takes place from 1–4pm. Summer in the Makerspace Open Studio Dates & Locations: Wednesdays | 1–4pm July 16 & 30 The Museum July 23 & August 6 Hailey Classroom Come once or every week—

Free

SPECIAL EVENT: SVMoA Street Party With special performance by Elisa Harkins

Sun Valley Museum of Art

We’re closing the street and having a party! Join us for our annual celebration of summer and art from 5–7:30pm. We will host the opening of our summer exhibition Mending, in addition we’ll have live music, drinks, food trucks, and arts and crafts for everyone in the community to enjoy. We're thrilled to welcome artist, singer, and electronic music composer Elisa Harkins (b. 1978, Cherokee, Muscogee) for a live gallery performance at 5:30pm followed by a 7pm outdoor performance. A DJ set will kick off the evening and finish out the night! Harkins’s work explores the body, Indigenous music, and language revitalization. Her performances and exhibitions have been featured at major venues including Crystal Bridges, The Getty, MoMA, and the Spoleto Festival. She is a recipient of awards from Creative Capital, the Harpo Foundation, the Foundation for Contemporary Arts, and the Mid-America Arts Alliance. An enrolled member of the Muscogee Nation, Harkins lives and works on the Muscogee Reservation and serves as a visiting lecturer, advancing dialogue around Indigenous music and art. JOIN US!

Free

ARTIST TALK: Kevin Umaña

Sun Valley Museum of Art

Join SVMoA for an Artist Talk with Kevin Umaña. Umaña will discuss the connections to mapping and wayfinding in his ceramic tablets, vessels, and hybrid paintings, as well as the sound work he created for SVMoA's exhibition "Uncharted: Artists as Wayfinders."

$10

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