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  1. Movie Night with MFAH Films “Beyond the Visible: Hilma af Klint” and “The Times of Bill Cunningham”

    May 1, 2020 - Beyond the Visible: Hilma af Klint (May 6–19) The prolific abstractions of Hilma af Klint continue to emerge from obscurity. The film unearths a selection of unpublished photographs from the New York Times street photographer’s archive. “Marvelously intimate” —Time magazine Watch the Films • Beyond the Visible: Hilma af Klint | WATCH HERE (May 6–19) Your purchase ($12) supports the MFAH and provides access to the film for five days.

  2. Meet the MFAH: Curator Alison de Lima Greene

    Apr 29, 2020 - As he explains: “This is why I used it—to highlight forms that have been molded by light.” 5) Pablo Picasso Woman with Outstretched Arms As a child, Pablo Picasso amused his sister by making paper cutouts of animals and figures—some For Penone, gold represents a natural source of self-contained light. Reflective surfaces on all sides create the illusion of a vast universe encompassing every direction. 3) Anish Kapoor Cloud Column In Houston, where the drama of the sky is always captivating, Cloud Column allows us to gaze

  3. Latin American Favorites from the MFAH Film Department

    Apr 28, 2020 - by nonprofessional actors speaking an ancient form of German, but whose dilemma of right and wrong is universal. 2) Alamar (2009) A film that blurs the line between feature and documentary, Alamar is an excellent father-son A masterpiece. 5) Zama (2017) Colonialism is a scar written on the pages of many histories worldwide, and in the hearts of both conqueror and conquered, as Lucrecia Martel so masterfully displays in perhaps her finest work story set in the paradise of Banco Chinchorro in Mexico. 3) Neighboring Sounds (2012) In this film by Kleber Mendonça Filho (who would go on to co-direct Bacurau), a private security firm is brought in to protect residents

  4. Movie Night with MFAH Films “Bull” and “Capital in the Twenty-First Century”

    Apr 27, 2020 - Capital in the Twenty-First Century (May 1–5)   Adapted from the international best seller by economist Thomas Piketty, this eye-opening documentary focuses on global wealth and power—and the consequences of 20th-century Capital in the Twenty-First Century features a host of interviews with influential experts in economics and politics.  • WATCH See “Capital in the Twenty-First Century” May 1–5. This week, Movie Night features two premieres: a drama filmed in the Houston area, and a provocative documentary about 21st-century society.

  5. Test Your Art Knowledge: MFAH Trivia

    Apr 26, 2020 - 2) What is the circular and ritualistic symbol in Hinduism and Buddhism that represents the universe? 3) What is the painting technique that an artist uses to build up layers of pigment? This technique is often used to give the impression of a rough texture. (see slideshow image #4) 4) Fresco | This mural-painting technique allows paint to mesh with the wall on which it sits. Make it a friendly (virtual) competition by sharing with friends and family!

  6. Gallery Video & Virtual Chat: Rediscover “Radical: Italian Design”

    Apr 22, 2020 - On April 29, tune in at 1 p.m. for a discussion about the exhibition’s themes, the designers, and Italy’s Radical Design Movement. Curator Cindi Strauss talks with collector Dennis Freedman, along with Evan Snyderman and James Zemaitis, both of R & Company gallery in New York. Register now for the Zoom chat: Wednesday, April 29, at 1 p.m. Rediscover the magnificence of the exhibition Radical: Italian Design 1965–1985, The Dennis Freedman Collection, which remains at the MFAH until the Museum reopens.

  7. At-Home Workshop: Making a Face Mask

    Apr 21, 2020 - Looking for a practical at-home project? Make your own face mask! Follow along with Jessica McMahon, who teaches fashion classes at the Glassell Junior School. In this how-to video, she applies her expertise in fashion design to creating PPE (personal protective equipment). To get started, download the step-by-step instructions—complete with a mask pattern. Then gather your materials, hit “play,” and make your face mask! Download the pattern and instructions Learn more about the Glassell School of Art     

  8. Get #trill with Gibson & Join Us on Sundays for “MFAH on the Mat”

    Apr 20, 2020 - If you are already practicing a couple of times a week, take a class from a new instructor to learn new styles. How would you describe your personal yoga style? I use yoga as my own way to reset and restore. To me, yoga is a moving meditation with breath. Finding the right music combination, or a really great teacher, always helps me keep it #trill. What advice do you have for practicing yoga at home? What are some achievable yoga goals people can set? Sometimes, showing up can be the hardest part. If you’re having a hard time getting started, just try it one time, maybe once a week.

  9. Family Art Activity: Yarn-Weaving in Large Spaces

    Apr 20, 2020 - Here’s an engaging in-home art activity the whole family will love. All you need is yarn and a room, and you’re in!  I especially love doing this project with my 4-year-old son because he’s extremely active. Yarn-weaving is perfect because it harnesses his energy and directs it into an engaging art activity. It introduces him to the concept of weaving and 3-D art, but in an active way.

  10. Dalgona Coffee: MFAH Edition

    Apr 20, 2020 - The whipping step can be daunting if you’re mixing by hand with a whisk, but I used a blender, and it took about 3½ minutes. The longer you whip or blend, the thicker and foamier the coffee becomes. You can change the sugar ratio a little for less sweetness, but the water-to-instant-coffee proportion needs to remain equal, whether you use 2 tablespoons or a cup. You may be a culinary genius and just haven’t found your calling. Until now! The Backstory Adding a little flavor to the mix is a recent story about dalgona coffee from the New York Times.