Name: Clay Canvas (Ages 6–8)
Start: 2026-03-14T10:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-03-14T12:00:00.000Z
Location: The Joslyn Art Museum

Saturdays: February 21, 28, March 7, 14; 10 am–noon
This class will focus on ways that clay can serve as a canvas for artistic ideas. After visits to Dripping Earth: Cannupa Hanska Luger, students will learn to shape clay using foundational techniques, such as pinching, coil-building, and constructing slabs to craft powerful objects inspired by the exhibition. We’ll create rattles, relief masks, and carve amulets to wear, while exploring form and texture.
Teaching Artist: Trudy Swanson
Registration is closed. 
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Colorful, handmade clay doors with various patterns, beads, and shapes are arranged on a white surface, each uniquely decorated with vibrant paint and textured designs.

Clay Canvas (Ages 6–8)

Saturdays: February 21, 28, March 7, 14; 10 am–noon This class will focus on ways that clay can serve as a canvas for artistic ideas. After visits to Dripping Earth: Cannupa Hanska Luger, students will learn to shape clay using foundational techniques, such as pinching, coil-building, and constructing slabs to craft powerful objects inspired by the exhibition. We’ll create rattles, relief masks, and carve amulets to wear, while exploring form and texture. Teaching Artist: Trudy Swanson Registration is closed. The Joslyn Art Museum in Omaha, Nebraska, invites the public to explore art spanning eras and cultures. General museum admission is free, made possible by philanthropic support and membership. The collection features European and American painting and sculpture, modern and contemporary works, and art from ancient civilizations, presented across a historic landmark building and newer galleries and garden spaces. Throughout the year the museum hosts special exhibitions, tours, lectures, performances, camps, and family programs that connect visitors with artists and ideas. As a regional hub for learning and creativity, The Joslyn supports students, educators, and lifelong learners through accessible interpretation and community partnerships. When planning a visit, review exhibition and calendar pages for dates, hours, and any separately ticketed or registration-based programs, allow time to enjoy indoor and outdoor spaces, and check for accessibility services or large-print guides as needed. The museum’s mission is to bring people together through meaningful encounters with art.

The Joslyn Art Museum

The Joslyn will close at 4 pm today (Thu, Feb 19) due to inclement weather.

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