Investigate the American Civil War as seen by the artists who witnessed it. Through their folded, soiled, and stained sketches, we can gain insight into the evolving view of war from noble endeavor to human tragedy. These artists urgently captured battlefield moments to be reproduced for the masses of readers of Frank Leslie’s Illustrated Weekly Newspaper who craved the most immediate experience of the war possible.
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Our Classical Heritage: Greece and Rome
What can you learn from Greek vases, Roman coins, marble statues, and golden jewelry? Find out in this hands-on workshop that explores the natural resources, architecture, politics, and sports of ancient Greece and Rome.
From Jamestown to Williamsburg: A Century of Change
What happened in the world in the century following the settlement of Jamestown? How did the Columbian Exchange change life on four different continents? What new ideas were brewing? This workshop explores the 17th century through works of art in VMFA’s collection — and complements two statewide traveling exhibitions (which you can book for your school).
Chapter 3: Art History of the Ancient World through Children’s Literature
Don’t miss this unique and entertaining exploration of the art and cultures of Egypt, China, Greece, and Rome through books for children and young adults. This adventure includes hands-on activities and discussions of picture books, chapter books, and nonfiction works. (All of the books recommended and examined in this workshop are newly chosen in 2011 – 2012, but the resources include selections from previous years if you haven’t booked this workshop before.)
Chasing the Illusive Image: The Origins of Photography
Although the notion of photography goes back to at least the fifth century B.C.E. when Chinese philosopher Mo Ti described the principle of the Camera Obscura, photography as we know it today was not officially announced to the world until 1839. In this educator workshop, participants investigate the almost simultaneous development of two different systems of photography in France and in England.
2014 Statewide Teacher Workshops
These VMFA Teacher Workshops can be held at your location or at VMFA. Full-length (2.5-hour) workshops can also be scheduled throughout the year. The cost for these sessions is $150 which provides the workshop experience for up to 35 teachers (minimum of 15). Participants receive resource packets with background information, lesson plan suggestions, vocabulary, and CDs of images.
For questions or to book a workshop beyond the Richmond metropolitan area, email jeffrey.allison@vmfa.museum or phone 804.204.2671. In the Richmond metropolitan area, email
twyla.kitts@vmfa.museum or phone 804.204.2662.