Family Art Lab
The Getty Center
Date: Saturdays and Sundays in the summer. Dates for summer 2012 will be announced in spring 2012.
Time: 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Location: Getty Center, Family Room Patio
Admission: Free; no reservations required.
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Drop in on art with Family Art Lab, a free workshop that combines an art encounter with a hands-on art-making project. In the galleries, a friendly guide will give you tips on completing a fun activity—available in both English and Spanish. Afterwards, you'll return to the workshop table to make your own masterpiece inspired by what you saw.
How to Participate
Stop by the workshop table outside the Family Room in the Museum Courtyard any time between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. on days when Family Art Lab is offered. The program is geared for families with children ages 5 and up, but anyone can participate.
How to Participate
Stop by the workshop table outside the Family Room in the Museum Courtyard any time between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. on days when Family Art Lab is offered. The program is geared for families with children ages 5 and up, but anyone can participate.
Past Programs
Feathers, Fur, and Fun!
Come discover two animals fit for a king! Learn about how artists created porcelain sculptures—one of a fox, the other of a turkey—and then create your own sculpture of an animal to take home.
June 11–July 24, 2011
Fancy Fashions
Step back in time to learn about fashion in Renaissance portraits. You'll see luxurious fabrics, furs, and jewels—these folks were dressed to impress! You'll design your own fancy fashions inspired by the pictures you see.
July 30–September 11, 2011
In the Garden!
Come explore Robert Irwin's Central Garden first from a birds-eye view and then up-close and learn how he used lively colors, patterns, textures, and shapes to make his garden design. Then create your own garden-inspired artwork!
June 19–July 25, 2010
Heavenly Homes
Come discover French treasures that shine! Learn about how long ago, french craftsmen would jazz up Chinese porcelain vessels with gold-colored decorations, then create your own golden masterpiece that you can use at home!
July 31–September 5, 2010
Come explore Robert Irwin's Central Garden first from a birds-eye view and then up-close and learn how he used lively colors, patterns, textures, and shapes to make his garden design. Then create your own garden-inspired artwork!
June 19–July 25, 2010
Heavenly Homes
Come discover French treasures that shine! Learn about how long ago, french craftsmen would jazz up Chinese porcelain vessels with gold-colored decorations, then create your own golden masterpiece that you can use at home!
July 31–September 5, 2010
How to Get Here
The Getty Center is located at 1200 Getty Center Drive in Los Angeles, California, approximately 12 miles northwest of downtown Los Angeles. See Hours, Directions, Parking for maps and driving directions.
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