The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

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Assistant Curator of Photography Marijana Rayl and Photography Conservator Saori Lewis invite you into the high drama of photography's early years. Join them 6-7 pm Thursday, Sept. 26 for The Curator & Conservator are IN!, an informal discussion about the popular exhibition?Still Performing: Costume, Gesture, and Expression in 19th Century European Photography. Go behind the scenes and learn about the exhibition's cast of characters, their stories, and the recent conservation treatments behind these striking works. Reserve tickets today: https://lnkd.in/ggEsnmiJ

We’re pleased to announce the Nelson-Atkins has received a gold-level certification from the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce's Healthy KC program. The certificate — the highest awarded by the program — recognizes the museum’s continued efforts to prioritize employee wellbeing and make Kansas City a healthier place to live and work.

?? This weekend, a Great Wave comes crashing ?? Hokusai: Waves of Inspiration from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston opens this Saturday, Sept. 21! Explore the iconic art and enduring legacy of Katsushika Hokusai, the Japanese artist who created the print known famously as the Great Wave. This monumental exhibition features works from Hokusai’s 70-year career as well as centuries of art he’s inspired, in forms as wide-ranging as manga, LEGO? bricks, and ceramics. Reserve your tickets today: https://lnkd.in/gYKBh7n7 ???Katsushika Hokusai (Japanese, 1760–1849). Under the Wave off Kanagawa (Kanagawa?oki nami?ura), also known as the Great Wave, from the series Thirty?six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjūrokkei), about 1830–1831, Tenpō Era (1830–1844). Woodblock print (nishiki?e), ink and color on paper, 9 15/16 × 14 13/16 inches. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, William Sturgis Bigelow Collection. Photograph ? Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.

How is a monumental art collection made? In this year’s Joseph S. and Ethel B. Atha Lecture, Dr. Sarah E. Thompson of Museum of Fine Arts, Boston delves into the story behind that institution’s renowned collection of Japanese art — from its eccentric founders to its status as a model for museums across the U.S. Reserve your tickets to Hokusai in America: The Formation of a Collection, presented Thursday, Oct. 17 at the Nelson-Atkins.

? This giveaway has closed. Thank you to all who participated! We will randomly select a winner and privately message them soon. -- We’re giving away tickets to the upcoming Katsushika Hokusai exhibition! The Nelson-Atkins is offering a chance for a LinkedIn follower to win two tickets to Hokusai: Waves of Inspiration from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. The winner will also receive a free copy of the exhibition's catalogue, which highlights Hokusai's career and influence on future artists. How to enter ?? 1. Follow The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art on LinkedIn ? 2. Like this post ?? 3. Tag someone in the comments who brings YOU inspiration ?? We’ll randomly select a winner after Friday, Sept. 13. **This giveaway is limited to U.S. residents ages 18 and over. Limit to three entries per commenting account. You have until Friday, Sept. 13 at 7:59 am CST to enter. See official rules for the giveway on our website: https://lnkd.in/gF_ugxi8 #sweepstakes

???? Hokusai, fashion, and historical figures are on this semester’s syllabus. There’s still time to register for a youth or adult studio class! As usual, this season presents a wide variety of topics, including: ?? Explore techniques inspired by Katsushika Hokusai in Printmaking Adventures and Manga, Comics, and Zines ?? Learn and discuss figure-drawing in Figures from History ?? Wear your art on your sleeve in Fashion Patches A limited number of need-based studio class scholarships are available. Additionally, Nelson-Atkins members receive 20% off registration for youth and adult classes. Learn more and register today: nelson-atkins.org/classes

??? The next Nelson-Atkins job fair is Monday, Aug. 26! We’re seeking a new wave of part-time and temporary guests services officers to bring their talents to the upcoming exhibition Hokusai: Waves of Inspiration. Some roles may have the potential to move on to other areas of the museum or a more permanent basis. If you’re interested, bring your resume to the Bloch Building lobby on Monday between 11 am and 3 pm. Staff will be on hand to discuss your opportunities. We hope to see you there!

?? The Nelson-Atkins is thrilled to present the featured exhibition Hokusai: Waves of Inspiration from the Collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. Opening Sept. 21, the exhibition showcases the Japanese artist’s groundbreaking work, including visionary landscapes, depictions of supernatural beings, and the iconic woodblock print often called the Great Wave. Waves of Inspiration also traces Hokusai’s enduring influence on future generations of artists, featuring hundreds of works he inspired, in media as diverse as manga, LEGO? bricks, and ceramics. Hokusai: Waves of Inspiration opens to the public on Saturday, Sept. 21. Reserve your tickets today. -- Organized by Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. Generous support in Kansas City provided by: Paul DeBruce and Linda Woodsmall-DeBruce; Sara and Bill Morgan; Neil Karbank and Gretchen Calhoun; the Richard J. Stern Foundation for the Arts—Commerce Bank, Trustee; Susan Chambers; the Marion and Henry Bloch Family Foundation; the E. Rhodes and Leona B. Carpenter Foundation; J. Scott Francis and Susan Gordon, Francis Family Foundation; and JE Dunn Construction.

You can register now for fall classes at the Nelson-Atkins! Choose from a variety of class topics and themes this season, including: ?? Fundamental art principles and techniques ?? The art of the upcoming exhibition Hokusai: Waves of Inspiration ??? Concepts drawn from the museum's galleries Classes are available for both adults and young people, and students of all skill levels are welcome. Plus, Nelson-Atkins members receive 20% off their registration! Sign up for a fall class today: nelson-atkins.org/classes/