FortWayneMuseumofArt

The heART of Fort Wayne: Collect and Present American and related art to add value to your life.

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Kreg Kallenberger describes himself as a "landscape illusionist and painter" through glass. See how he explores landscape through refraction and reflection, showcasing the manipulation of of imagery with light, in this #nowonview by Jenna Gilley. https://t.co/3rDUP4iWWu

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Today in the #studio we're going back to basics: paper and scissors. Inspired by what's #nowonview in the #fwmoa, join us on our next Second Saturday Family Tour in June to see Dutterer's works up close! RSVP on our website! https://t.co/1RY8owMJXh

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"Sun Raid" by Ester Hernández is a colorful, cartoony screenprint on the surface that belies a serious subtext beneath. Uncover the symbolism in this post by Curator of Prints & Drawings Sachi Yanari-Rizzo: https://t.co/0gXOJ4Ynsn

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We're looking at art with good vibes thanks to today's terms and principles of art: unity and harmony! https://t.co/YcTob8q6Th

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Just like a child with a new present, we love showing off our new artworks as they enter the #fwmoa collection. Our newest oil painting is by Ukrainian artist Denys Gorodnychyi, making its debut in "Natural Appeal", opening April 22. Here's a sneak peek: https://t.co/ZkHswhuR7T

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Who is that bronze girl in the hallway that I see?! A case of mistaken identity at the #fwmoa led our Collection Information Specialist Sue Slick on a quest to uncover the story of a bronze sculpture in our permanent collection. https://t.co/e9gRQOCGp1

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Sandwiched between two world wars, Art Deco colored the 1920s and 1930s with geometric patterns, exotic materials, and sleek lines. See how the art movement decorated everything from vases to buildings in this #arttermtuesday. https://t.co/TDto9VC4MM

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The art museum is a veritable zoo! Today, on Draw a Bird Day, we're looking to the birds that have flown the coop onto the vases and canvases at #fwmoa. Follow along as we make a bird inspired by Art Deco from the David Huchthausen Collection. https://t.co/xMV5b9nOQW

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The museum is closed today due to anticipated severe weather. Stay safe and dry!

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What do Gabor Peterdi, Stanley William Hayter, and Joan Miró have in common? Read this blog post to find out and then visit #fwmoa to see our new exhibition "Miró in New York, 1947". https://t.co/uXGiYkypCt

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Strike a pose! Understanding the body language in art offers a richer historical and cultural context to both the artist and the work. See how artists, past and present, use different poses and gestures to help tell the story of their work in this post. https://t.co/YtooDXJOrw

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It's the first day of spring which means the bees are coming back! In this print by Jacqueline May bees buzz around their honeycomb--a sure sign of warmer weather on the way. Explore the print in this #treasuresfromthevault: https://t.co/ICCgxViVOP

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At #fwmoa, staff are playing favorites and picking a work they love currently on display. Check out Education Intern Sydney Coyne's favorite work from the Scholastic Art & Writing Award Exhibit: https://t.co/5HappyoN8w

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An artist can use various tools to trick us when they need to transform a 2D canvas into a 3D scene. See how landscape artists like Homer Davisson and Dan Woodson use atmospheric perspective to show what's near, far, and everything in between! https://t.co/pVR67fDzMH

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Today in the #fwmoa #studio we're looking around the artwork at the frame. How does a frame help to show off an artwork? Learn how to make a frame to help your artwork shine! https://t.co/zHNls05EZ6

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Higgins glassware was created as "an exclamation point in your decorating scheme!" Functional and beautiful, learn how Frances and Michael Higgins helped start contemporary studio glass by "trying to make what looks good--any time, any place". https://t.co/ZRHMpYiAWg

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Let's Talk (Outdoor) Shop with en plein air artist Avon Waters. Currently on display at #fwmoa in the exhibition "Indiana Waterways", Waters' walks us through his process of creating pastel landscapes that raise awareness about the beauty of the Midwest. https://t.co/EQT37SyYJX

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Censorship in the arts is a tricky topic! One artistic program, the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, remains censorship free, allowing creative teens to explore difficult topics and emotions, which allows us to connect with each other. https://t.co/HGGEiX98wE

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A more recent #fwmoa acquisition, Alexis Peskine's screenprint is an arresting visual that marries medium with message. Learn more in this #treasuresfromthevault post: https://t.co/J0GniMUSVw

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In this #arttermtuesday, we continue to explore the principles of art by offering another two-for-one pairing: rhythm and repetition. https://t.co/H1FGWyjlv7