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Chinese Brush Painting
Learn how to make a painting of bamboo using the four basic brush strokes.
Through fashion, jewelry, and photography from the 18th century to today, “Something Old, Something New” explores the origins of wedding customs in…
Hokusai: Inspiration and Influence
The great painter, book illustrator, and print designer Katsushika Hokusai (1760–1849) has become the best known of all Japanese artists and one of…
Jess T. Dugan (b. 1986) is a queer, nonbinary artist who explores issues of identity, attraction, representation, and community in their work. Drawn…
In “Otherworldly Realms of Wu Junyong,” heroes face off in mighty clashes with their enemies; charming animals growl at one another, vying for…
In 1866, when Mary Cassatt was 22 years old, she made a life-defining choice. Unsatisfied with the depth of opportunities afforded to women studying…
Issue: Art for This Moment
We’re thrilled to welcome you and your group back to the MFA! It has been a while, so please review these resources and tips. You may find answers to…
Read about the legacy and generosity of two longtime MFA friends—and consider ways to make your own special gift.
Curiosity and Generosity Support Science and Conservation
Saul Kurlat had a lifelong interest in how science helps us understand the world. As an engineer at the forefront of the image digitization revolution…