Ceramics Continued Study
2025-11-23 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-12-14 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Classes Available | Sep 7, Sep 14, Sep 21, Sep 28, Oct 5, Oct 12, Oct 26, Nov 9, Nov 16, Nov 23, Dec 14
Ages 18+ | Intermediate Level
Ceramics Continued Study is a space for students to enhance their learning experience with instructor assistance and guiding knowledge. Sign up for a single class to continue working and add the finishing touches on projects you’ve started in one of our other classes. Sign up for multiple classes to choose your own adventure in hand-building or wheel thrown ceramics. Work with your instructor to plan out your projects and make them a reality. Some experience with clay is recommended.
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Studio 55 | Daytime Choir Concert
2025-11-23 15:00 - 16:00 | Tampa Museum of Art, 120 W Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa, FL, 33602, United States
Sunday, Nov 23, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Enjoy this afternoon performance from the Studio 55 Daytime Choir Class, in collaboration with the Master Chorale of Tampa Bay.
RSVP your seats to the FREE Event.

Connections: Open Virtual Session
2025-11-28 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom, FL, United States
Select Fridays | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Sessions Available | 8/15, 9/26, 10/24, 11/28
This event is held online via Zoom | Register to recieve the link!
Want a break from your day to de-stress and enjoy artwork? The Connections: Open Virtual Session is an art-viewing and discussion program focused on mental well-being and stress reduction. Join us on Zoom for an hour-long experience which includes:

A relaxation exercise

A question of the day

A facilitated discussion about select pieces of artwork that are currently on display at the Tampa Museum of Art

Space is limited and advanced registration is required. An email will be sent with the Zoom link once a ticket is ordered.
Tickets: Click Here to Register
Have questions? Please email Connections@tampamuseum.org.
*Disclaimer: This virtual program is intended for general well-being, self-expression, and community engagement through art viewing and guided discussion. While topics related to mental health may be explored, this program is not a substitute for professional mental health care, diagnosis, or treatment. Please visit our policies page for more details.

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Studio 55 | Community Hour
2025-12-03 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-12-17 12:00 - 13:00
Dates Available | Sep 10, Sep 24, Oct 8, Oct 22, Nov 5, Nov 19, Dec 3, Dec 17
Ages 55+ | Beginner Level
Join adults 55+ for a free, engaging art discussion twice monthly at Tampa Museum of Art. With studio educator lead conversations about featured exhibition artworks and studio classes during this one-hour program. Enjoy complimentary coffee and tea while connecting with fellow art lovers—feel free to bring your lunch! With limited seating available, registration is encouraged to secure your spot. Discover new perspectives and spark meaningful conversations at this welcoming museum experience.
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Glazing Party
2025-12-07 08:00 - 17:00
Select Sundays | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Classes Available | Oct 19, Dec 7
Ages 18+ | Beginner-Intermediate
This class located at the Tampa Museum of Art in Tampa, FL | Get Directions
For past and currently enrolled ceramics students. Sign up for glazing party to put those finishing touches on your ceramic work.
*Firing costs, essential tools, and glazes included.
Our Cancellation and Refund Policy
Need-Based Scholarships are Available!
By Registering for a class, all students are agreeing to our Student Guidelines Policy.
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Encaustic Everything Workshop
2025-12-07 10:00 - 16:00
Sunday, Dec 7 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (1 Class)
Ages 18+ | Beginner-Intermediate
This class located at the Tampa Museum of Art in Tampa, FL | Get Directions

Encaustic painting is the process of painting with hot pigmented beeswax. This technique is ancient, but has become increasingly popular with modern artists of today. Come delve into the versatility of this fascinating medium that invites you to experiment! Participants will learn about encaustic history, safety, surfaces, and fusing. In this comprehensive class we will be exploring a variety of techniques such as incising, image transfers, R&F pigment sticks and drawing oils, mark-making, collage, mono-printing, and incorporating photos. Students will create several pieces of art utilizing a variety of techniques.
All materials supplied. All skill levels are welcome.

Our Cancellation and Refund Policy
Need-Based Scholarships are Available!
By Registering for a class, all students are agreeing to our Student Guidelines Policy.
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This Class is taught by Shelly Jean
Learn more about our Teaching Artists through our “Get Inspired” interview collection.

Figure Drawing Study
2025-12-08 10:15 - 13:15
Select Mondays | 10:15 AM – 1:15 PM
Classes Available | Sep 15, Oct 13, Nov 10, Dec 8
Ages 18+ | Beginner-Intermediate
This class located at the Tampa Museum of Art in Tampa, FL | Get Directions
Work in your drawing and painting media of choice or explore new ones. In these three-hour instructor-guided single-session classes, students will learn the fundamentals and expand their 2D knowledge while creating images from life. Learn the basics and grow your techniques with tailored instruction and live model sessions.
*Drawing materials provided. These classes do have live Nude Models.
Our Cancellation and Refund Policy
Need-Based Scholarships are Available!
By Registering for a class, all students are agreeing to our Student Guidelines Policy.
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SOLD OUT - Artist Conversation: Judy Dater
2025-12-09 18:30 - 19:30 | Tampa Museum of Art, 120 W Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa, FL, 33602, United States
Artist Conversation: Judy Dater
Join us for an enlightening program with renowned photographer and artist Judy Dater, whose work is featured in Focal Point: The David Hall Photography Collection. In conversation with Joanna Robotham, Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art at the Tampa Museum of Art, Dater will reflect on her artistic practice and her friendship with prolific collector David Hall.
Lectures are offered free with the cost of daily admission:

Art+ Museum Members: Free
Not-Yet-Members: $25
College Students: Free

This program is sold out.
Co. Jack von Euw
Photographer and Artist Judy Dater has been a major figure contributing to Photography’s breakout moment in the 1960s. Over the years her intimate and insightful portraits and nudes have influenced and inspired a generation of photographers. Her work has been exhibited world-wide and is held in numerous important collections. She is the author of several books including Women and Other Visions with Jack Welpott, 1975, Imogen Cunningham: A Portrait, 1979, Judy Dater: 20 Years, 1986 Cycles, 1992, and Only Human, 2018.
She studied art at UCLA from 1959 to 1962 before moving to San Francisco and received a bachelor’s degree in 1963 and a master’s degree in 1966, both from San Francisco State University. Judy Dater uses photography as an instrument for challenging traditional conceptions of the female body. Her early work paralleled the emergence of the feminist movement, and her work became strongly associated with it. Dater began taking photographs in the 1960s and she is still taking photographs today. She has been the recipient of a Guggenheim fellowship, a Rockefeller Foundation grant for a residency at Bellagio, a Djerassie Artist in Residence grant and two National Endowment for the Arts Grants.

Image Caption: Judy Dater (American, b. 1941), Self-Portrait at Salt Flats, 1981, Gelatin silver print. David Hall Collection.

Plein Air Impressionism
2025-12-14 08:00 - 17:00 | Al Lopez Park, 4810 N Himes Ave, Tampa, FL, 33614, United States
Select Sundays | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Classes Available | Sep 21, Oct 19, Nov 16, Dec 14
Ages 18+ | Beginner-Intermediate
This class located at various local parks, see below for locations.
Follow the footsteps of great impressionist painters and get outside to make some art in the landscape of Tampa Bay’s gorgeous scenery in this Plein Air watercolor and oil painting course. Soak in the beauty and inspiration of nature as you create art at scenic locales throughout Hillsborough.
This course will meet in a local park and will require moving about the park to find your spot to paint. Bringing a lightweight camping chair, blanket, or other items that make your time in the park more comfortable is encouraged.
*While some watercolors and paper materials will be provided, students are encouraged to bring their own supplies, hand towels, and water bottles for cleaning brushes.
Class Locations:
Sep 21 – Upper Tampa Bay Park
Oct 19 – Cypress Point Park
Nov 16 – Lowry Park
Dec 14 – Al Lopez Park
Our Cancellation and Refund Policy
Need-Based Scholarships are Available!
By Registering for a class, all students are agreeing to our Student Guidelines Policy.
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Teaching with TMA | Teaching in the Galleries
2025-12-14 11:00 - 14:00 | Tampa Museum of Art, 120 W Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa, FL, 33602, United States
Ages 18+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level
Create a dynamic lesson based on the museum exhibitions! This session focuses on how our galleries can provide a unique learning experience for students. Through interactive gallery activities and discussions, you will learn how our artwork on-view can be used to inspire students, explore elements of art, and reveal new perspectives.
*Bring your lunch. Coffee and tea provided.
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Remix
2025-12-16 18:00 - 21:00
Select Mondays | 6:00–9:00 PM
Classes Available | Sep 23, Oct 21, Nov 18, Dec 16
Ages 18+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level
This class located at the Tampa Museum of Art in Tampa, FL | Get Directions
Remix is a series of make-and-take art workshops for adults inspired by the Museum’s current exhibitions with a new project every month. Workshops are designed to be enjoyed by participants of any skill level and all materials are provided.
Projects Inspired by these Exhibitions:
Sep 23 – The Art of Coptic Egypt
Oct 21 – Focal Point: The David Hall Photography Collections
Nov 18 – American Gaze: Impressionism
Dec 16 – C. Paul Jennewein
Our Cancellation and Refund Policy
Need-Based Scholarships are Available!
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Studio 55 | Ceramics Continued Study
2025-12-17 13:00 - 16:00
Select Wednesdays | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Classes Available | Sep 10, 17, 24 Oct 1, 8, 15, 22 Nov 5, 12, 19, Dec 17
Ages 55+ | All Level
This class located at the Tampa Museum of Art in Tampa, FL | Get Directions
Ceramics Continued Study is a space for students to enhance their learning experience with instructor assistance and guiding knowledge. Sign up for a single class to continue working and add the finishing touches on projects you’ve started in one of our other classes. Sign up for multiple classes to choose your own adventure in hand-building or wheel thrown ceramics. Work with your instructor to plan out your projects and make them a reality. Some experience with clay is recommended.
*Firing costs, essential tools, and glazes included. Clay available for purchase separately in studio.
Our Cancellation and Refund Policy
Need-Based Scholarships are Available!
By Registering for a class, all students are agreeing to our Student Guidelines Policy.
Become an Art+ Member to enjoy a 20% discount on Studio Classes and More!

Jun Kaneko: Silence Before Sound Opening Celebration
2025-12-17 17:00 - 20:00 | Tampa Museum of Art, 120 W Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa, FL, 33602, United States
Join us for a special evening with internationally acclaimed artist Jun Kaneko (Japanese-American, born 1942).
Doors open at 5 pm, guests will enjoy delicious heavy hors d’oeuvres from local favorites, along with a complimentary glass of wine and a cash bar.* The Curator’s Chat with artist Jun Kaneko, Ree Kaneko, and Joanna Robotham, Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art, will be held at 6 pm in the Morsani Atrium.
The Tampa Museum of Art is pleased to present Jun Kaneko: Silence Before Sound, the first major survey of the artist’s work in Florida. The exhibition celebrates five decades of art—from early drawings created in Japan, to ceramics he made as a member of the influential California Clay Movement in the 1960s, and Kaneko’s groundbreaking projects that blurred the boundaries of painting, ceramics, and sculpture.
Your participation in this celebration directly supports the Silence Before Sound exhibition and the associated educational programs at the Tampa Museum of Art, helping to foster a vibrant art community.

Purchase Tickets Here
Art+ Members Advanced Purchase Tickets | $35
Not-Yet Members & Night of Event | $50
Student Admission with Student Email or Student ID | $25
Art+ Patrons receive complimentary admission, parking and an open bar.* RSVP by December 10 by contacting Membership@TampaMuseum.org.
NextGen Members receive complimentary admission. Learn more about NextGen membership by contacting Membership@TampaMuseum.org
*Attendees must be 21+ to consume alcoholic beverages.
Image caption:
Jun Kaneko (Japanese-American, b. 1942), in Studio with Mirage, 2016. Acrylic on canvas, 9′ x 66′ x 2.5″. Copyright Jun Kaneko Studio LLC.

Studio 55 | Ceramics | January
2026-01-10 10:00 - 13:00
Class Dates | Jan 10 – Feb 21 (6 classes *No class Jan 31)
Ages 55+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level
Use clay to build, mold, and sculpt three-dimensional works using coil building, slab building, and other hand-building techniques. All experience levels are welcome; beginners and up.
*Firing costs, essential tools, and glazes included. Clay available for purchase separately in studio.

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Ceramics Continued Study
2026-01-11 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-01-18 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-01-25 10:00 - 13:00
Classes Available | Jan 11, 18, 25, Feb 8, 15, Mar 1, 8, 22, 29, Apr 12, 19
Ages 16+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level
Ceramics Continued Study is a space for students to enhance their learning experience with instructor assistance and guiding knowledge. Sign up for a single class to continue working and add the finishing touches on projects you’ve started in one of our other classes. Sign up for multiple classes to choose your own adventure in hand-building or wheel thrown ceramics. Work with your instructor to plan out your projects and make them a reality. Some experience with clay is recommended.
*Firing costs, essential tools, and glazes included. Clay available for purchase separately in studio.
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Fundamental Figure Drawing
2026-01-11 13:00 - 16:00
Sundays, Jan 11 – Mar 1 | 1:00–4:00 PM (7 classes)
Ages 18+ | All Levels
This class will teach students to capture the character, structure, and movement of the human figure. Students will make a 18×24” tonal drawing from the live model and sketch the sculptures in the museum’s antiquities collection in order to learn core principles. Each lesson focuses on using simple tools to communicate the action of the body clearly and effectively.
*Drawing materials provided. This class has a live Nude Model.
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Studio 55 | Ceramics Continued Study
2026-01-13 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-01-20 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-01-27 10:00 - 13:00
Classes Available | Jan 13, 20, 27, Feb 10, 17, 24, Mar 10, 24, 31, Apr 14, 21, 28
Ages 55+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level
Ceramics Continued Study is a space for students to enhance their learning experience with instructor assistance and guiding knowledge. Sign up for a single class to continue working and add the finishing touches on projects you’ve started in one of our other classes. Sign up for multiple classes to choose your own adventure in hand-building or wheel thrown ceramics. Work with your instructor to plan out your projects and make them a reality. Some experience with clay is recommended.
*Firing costs, essential tools, and glazes included. Clay available for purchase separately in studio.
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Tuesday Ceramics
2026-01-13 18:00 - 21:00
Classes Available | Jan 13 – Feb 17 (6 Classes), Mar 24 – Apr 28 (6 Classes)
Ages 18+ | Beginner Level
This course introduces students to the essential skills of creating with clay in a calm and welcoming studio setting. You will learn the full clay-to-ceramic process through hand-building and basic wheel-throwing techniques. Along the way, you’ll explore form, texture, surface design, and glazing. Designed for both beginners and returning students, this class offers a space to develop meaningful, hands-on skills and a deeper understanding of the craft.
*Firing costs, essential tools, and glazes included. Clay available for purchase separately in studio.
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Teen Digital Studio
2026-01-14 16:15 - 17:30
Classes Available | Jan 14, Feb 11, Mar 11, Apr 8
Ages 12-17 | Beginner Level
Gain access to a quiet and creative space to explore digital drawing with Procreate! With input from the instructor, you can create your own art, comics, anime characters, and much more!
*All programs and equipment are provided!
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Thursday Ceramics
2026-01-15 18:00 - 21:00
Classes Available | Jan 15-Feb 26 (7 classes) OR Mar 12-April 30 (7 classes *No class Mar 19)
Ages 18+ | Beginner-Intermediate
Work with clay on the potters’ wheel and learn how to hand-build. Beginners start with a hand-building project to get acquainted with the clay and then jump into learning how to create their next ceramic adventure. Intermediate students can dive right into getting dirty and take inspiration from instructor-led projects. All experience levels are welcome!
*Firing costs, essential tools, and glazes included. Clay available for purchase separately in studio.
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Studio 55 | Watercolor Paper Quilting | TMA@CityofTampaGoldingArt
2026-01-22 13:00 - 16:00 | City of Tampa Golding Art Studio, 522 N Howard Ave, Tampa, 33606
Thursdays, Jan 22 – Mar 12 | 1:00–4:00 PM (8 classes)
Ages 55+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level
Discover the art of storytelling through mixed-media paper quilts! Inspired by African American quilting traditions and artists like Mark Bradford, you’ll create a unique watercolor and collage quilt square each week, experimenting with Impressionist-inspired washes, layered textures, and symbolic designs. Learn how quilts preserve history and personal narratives while assembling your favorite squares into a cohesive final piece.
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Figure Drawing Study
2026-01-27 18:00 - 21:00
Classes Available | Jan 27, Feb 24, Mar 24, Apr 21
Ages 18+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level
Work in your drawing and painting media of choice or explore new ones. In these three-hour instructor-guided single-session classes, students will learn the fundamentals and expand their 2D knowledge while creating images from life. Learn the basics and grow your techniques with tailored instruction and live model sessions.
*Drawing materials provided. These classes do have live Nude Models.
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Studio 55 | Weaving On and Off the Loom | TMA@Firehouse
2026-01-28 13:00 - 16:00
Wednesdays, Jan 28 – Mar 4 | 1:00–4:00 PM (7 classes)
Ages 55+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level
Be inspired by artists Mark Bradford and Charles Atlas while learning the art of fabric weaving. Using paper, fabric and thread students will warp and weft their way to unique tapestry designs that include a phone bag, wall hanging, coil basket, and greeting cards. Don’t miss this fun 6 weeks of unconventional weaving on and off the loom.
*All supplies included.
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Remix | Jun Kaneko
2026-01-29 18:00 - 21:00
Ages 18+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level
Remix is a series of make-and-take art workshops for adults inspired by the Museum’s current exhibitions with a new project every month. Workshops are designed to be enjoyed by participants of any skill level and all materials are provided. This month’s project will be inspired by the Jun Kaneko: Silence Before Sound exhibition where students will learn the art of glaze painting on their own ceramic tile and dango.
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