ADULT PROGRAMS

Established and emerging video artists compete in this annual statewide race to produce a five-minute or less video incorporating a theme, line of dialogue and prop inspired by Philbrook’s collection. The race kicks off at midnight on February 3rd, and artists have twenty-four hours to create, edit and produce their video. Following the race, museum members and guests can see the completed videos during this 3rd Thursday at Philbrook and then attend a reception at Living Arts of Tulsa immediately following the screening for the awards announcements. For additional information about the video race, visit www.livingarts.org.

Presented in conjunction with Living Arts of Tulsa and Individual Artists of Oklahoma.

Pottery and pastels prevail in this evening in honor of Maria Martinez and her family. We’ll start off the evening looking at Maria Martinez’s legacy with a pastel demonstration from Jarrod Da, an artist who is also Maria’s great-grandson. Then author Charles King will delve deep in a presentation exploring the work of Maria Martinez, her family – including grandson Tony Da – and her continuing legacy.

The innovative French artist Jacques Callot forever altered the field of printmaking in the 1600s. He influenced countless artists; he was one of the early pioneers of etching; and his prints, with their wide-randing subject matter, were eagerly sought after by collectors and artists alike. Join Dr. Tanya Paul, Philbrook's Ruth G. Hardman Curator of European Art, to explore the impact of this dynamic and little-known artist. 

Maria Martinez and her family introduced a lost art form through the transformation of red clay into beautiful pieces of black-on-black and polychrome pottery. Take a closer look at the pottery and explore the techniques, materials and forms with Whitney Forsyth, ceramic artist and University of Tulsa Associate Professor of Art.

Over four decades, Laura Gilpin photographed Navajo and Pueblo communities in the southwest, befriending many of her subjects through multiple generations. In connection with the Philbrook exhibition Black on Black & White: The Southwest of Laura Gilpin and Maria Martinez, Professor Louise Siddons of Oklahoma State University will explore the shifts in Gilpin’s photography that paralleled changes in Native American art and communities.

From his expressive portraits to his expansive landscapes, contemporary photographer Craig Varjabedian captures the American West in luminous black and white images. In conjunction with the exhibition Black on Black and White: The Southwest of Laura Gilpin and Maria Martinez, Varjabedian will explore the influence of Laura Gilpin and his own extensive career photographing the American Southwest.

In 1980s Louisiana, a dedicated young nun and a murderer on death row become pen pals. This unorthodox correspondence begins a journey through pain, conflict and grief to the discovery of truth – and to the redemptive power of love. At Philbrook, Tulsa Opera studio artists will perform selections from the contemporary opera Dead Man Walking, a captivating story that also inspired the film of the same name. Then discover powerful pieces from Philbrook’s contemporary collection with Lauren Ross, Philbrook’s Nancy E. Meinig Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art.

Advance purchase only; limited tickets available

Join us for a delightful evening of tasty music, wine and cheese featuring the virtuosity of Tulsa Symphony’s finest musicians. As a part of the Flavors of Europe Chamber Series, the program highlights France – land of fabulous art, lyrical music and excellent wines. Along with the striking sounds of Trio Sonata by Couperin, Septet for Trumpet, Strings, and Piano in E-flat major by Saint-Saëns, and Sonata for Flute, Viola, and Harp by Debussy, the evening includes pairings of French wine and cheese. This special event will be a delight for the senses.

Join us the 3rd Tuesday of every month. 

Find a community of friends and fellow art enthusiasts in this program created especially for people with dementia and their families or caregivers. Each month explore a theme that sheds new light on an aspect of Philbrook's collection. After a brief tour, we'll head to the studios to create an art project. 

Presented in partnership with the Alzheimer's Association.