Tampa Museum of Art

?? Important Update: Remix Session Location Change ?? Due to damage caused by Hurricane Helene, our offsite partner, the Firehouse Cultural Center, will be closed for repairs. This weekend's Remix session will now be held at the Tampa Museum of Art. ?? When: Saturday, October 19th ? Time: 10 AM - 1 PM ?? Where: Golding Scher Classroom, Tampa Museum of Art ?? Museum Address: 120 W. Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa FL, 33602 There's still time to register if you would like to join a fun, creative class taught by Skyway artist Yajaira Urzua-Reyes! Register Here: https://lnkd.in/e7P3Ahir We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing you at the museum! ??

Ahh! You guys scared me! ?? These four heads portray ugly or hideous faces with exaggerated, grotesque or caricatural features, including grimacing expressions. They may once have belonged to statuettes for warding off evil forces, or for providing comic relief in daily life or in the hereafter. These heads are a fun reminder that sometimes, it’s the weird and wacky things that make life interesting. Embrace the oddities! ???? Mediterranean; Hellenistic-Roman Imperial period, ca. 3rd cent. BCE-3rd cent. CE Terracotta sculpture Tampa Museum of Art, William Knight Zewadski collection, IL.2018.028.045-048

As Hurricane Milton approached, TMA’s staff prepared to safeguard the permanent collection and the building, and TMA's Executive Director and key staff sheltered at the museum. From annual disaster planning to real-time decisions, our team was ready. Read more about their experience in this ARTnews feature: https://lnkd.in/en3Nzu6H

Hurricane Milton has left an indelible mark on the Tampa Bay area and beyond, with some communities facing devastation unlike anything we’ve seen in over a century. While the Tampa Museum of Art was fortunate to be spared the storm’s worst effects, our hearts are with our neighbors, both nearby and across the state, who have suffered tremendous loss and damage. We are grateful to announce that the museum will reopen its doors on Saturday, October 12, at 10 am. In light of the ongoing recovery efforts and challenges many face, we invite those experiencing hardships, such as power outages or displacement, to find a moment of tranquility in our galleries or use our free Wi-Fi and recharge your cell phones in the Vinik Family Education Center. All studio art classes scheduled at the Vinik Family Education Center and at our offsite partner locations will resume their schedules beginning Sunday, October 13. The antiquities lectures scheduled for Sunday, October 13, will be postponed with a future date to be determined. Our deepest gratitude goes to the City of Tampa, Hillsborough County teams, first responders, and countless others who worked around the clock to keep our community safe. As we recover together, we urge everyone to continue prioritizing safety and to follow official guidance on hurricane recovery efforts and restoration of essential services. In these challenging times, the Tampa Museum of Art remains a steadfast part of the community, offering a place of peace, reflection, and hope. We are here for you, and we look forward to welcoming you back to the museum as we continue to move forward together, stronger than before.

In anticipation of Hurricane Milton, the Tampa Museum of Art will close to the public starting at 2:30 pm Monday, October 7, through Thursday, October 10, or until further notice. This precautionary closure aims to ensure the safety of our staff, visitors, and volunteers as the storm approaches. We are monitoring the situation closely and will provide updates regarding our reopening once the storm has passed and conditions are assessed. As part of our storm preparations, museum staff are taking all necessary measures to safeguard the permanent collection and the artwork and objects on display. All studio art classes scheduled at the Vinik Family Education Center and at our offsite partner locations will be canceled while the museum remains closed. Museum antiquities lectures scheduled for Sunday, October 13 will be postponed with a future date to be determined. For the latest updates on our closure and reopening, visit our website or follow us on social media (@TampaMuseumofArt). We urge everyone in the Tampa Bay community and across the state of Florida to take all necessary precautions before Hurricane Milton, hoping to ensure the best possible outcome during the storm. Please follow official communications from local government officials for preparation and safety procedures. ? https://lnkd.in/gsr-yiU4 ? https://lnkd.in/gTg5Cgp ? https://lnkd.in/egiRUVV3 ? https://lnkd.in/g9bC-brs We thank you for your understanding and cooperation during this time. Please stay safe, and we hope to welcome you back to the museum soon.

Welcome back to our exploration of color in art! Last week, we discussed the color red, and this week, we’re focusing on the next primary color: blue. In art, blue can evoke a range of emotions, including honesty, peace, wisdom, and coldness. ?????? At the Tampa Museum of Art, we feature several pieces that delve into these emotions, such as "New Galaxy" by Alma Thomas. Alma Thomas was an African-American artist who began painting in her 70s after retiring from a 35-year teaching career. Her work draws inspiration from the natural beauty of nature and space travel. "New Galaxy" is one such piece, showcasing various shades of blue and creating a sense of peace and calm. ?? What emotions or themes do you associate with the color blue? What is the first thing that comes to mind when you see this color? Do you like blue? How often do you encounter this color in your everyday life? . . . . Alma Thomas (American, 1891-1978) New Galaxy, 1970 Acrylic on canvas Tampa Museum of Art, Gift of Douglas H. Teller, in memory of Julian H. Singman, 1997.017

It's Thursday, which means art is on the house at TMA!?? From 4 to 8 pm, the visitor gets to choose the price of admission! Discover a world of beauty, emotion, and inspiration. Your adventure awaits!?? Head of Minerva Minerva was the Roman goddess of knowledge and wisdom. Like the Greek goddess Athena, Minerva was patron of military strategy and victory. She was also the defender of law and justice, supporter of trade and commerce, crafts and weaving, medicine and arts. (Marble sculpture; unknown provenance; Roman Imperial period, ca. 120 CE) Tampa Museum of Art, Joseph Veach Noble Collection, Museum purchase in part with funds donated by the Friends of the Arts (FOTA) and museum associates, 1986.133.

Check out this article from Creative Loafing Tampa on David Sibbitt's work in Skyway 2024: A Contemporary Collaboration here at the Tampa Museum of Art. Article: https://lnkd.in/eW67c_HA

Sign up to learn from one of our Skyway artists! Our Remix class on October 19 will be taught by Yahaira Urzua-Reyes, one of the contemporary artists in this year's Skyway exhibition. Remix is a series of make-and-take art workshops for adults inspired by TMA’s current exhibitions. A new project is featured every month. Workshops are designed to be enjoyed by participants of any skill level, and all materials are provided. Yahaira Urzua-Reyes (b. 1994, Aguascalientes, Mexico) is a visual artist based in Sarasota, Florida. Urzua-Reyes holds a BA from New College of Florida with a concentration in Studio Art (2021). Her work primarily consists of oil paintings and drawings. --------------- ??Remix-Skyway: Yahaira Urzua-Reyes ??Sat, Oct 19, from 10am – 1pm ??Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin, FL ???Register: https://lnkd.in/e8J3UFdx

Today, we want to give a huge THANK YOU to our Pavilion premier table sponsor, The Beck Group. Your generous support of the Tampa Museum of Art through 'Pavilion XXXVIII: Sky' helps us continue offering art and education programs designed to ignite the spark of creativity in everyone! ___________________ Pavillion XXXVIII: Sky Presented by PNC Bank ?? Sat, Nov 2, 2024 ??? TampaMuseum.org/pavilion ?? Tampa Museum of Art