The Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA), North Miami is currently featuring the exhibition Synergism: Ekaterina and Victor Khromin through May 21, 2017. With careers that began in Soviet Russia, Ekaterina and Victor (1948-2015) developed Synergism as a new art method through a combination of traditional art methods including drawing, sculpture, painting and collage. Throughout the months of April and May, there will be different workshops to learn about the elements of art through the style of Synergism.
The exhibition’s workshop schedule is listed below. All events take place at The Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami, 770 NE 125th Street, Miami, FL 33161.
Saturday, Apr. 8: Matryoshka (Or the Treasures Within)
- Time: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
- Description: Artist-led hands on workshop featuring traditional Russian folk art nesting dolls.
- Price: $10 per person; $5 to MOCA members and North Miami residents. Materials fee included in admission.
- Ages: Open to children ages 6-12 and adults.
Saturday, Apr. 15: Masterpieces of Russian Animation
- Time: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
- Description: Based on traditional Russian fairy tales, children’s stories, and folk tales, the Soviet Union produced a stunning array of animated films which have been recognized as classic masterpieces of animation. This family-friendly afternoon will feature storytelling and animation by masters such as Yuriy Norshteyn, Ivan Ivanov-Vano, Lev Atamanov, Boris Dehzhkin, and others.
- Price: Free with Museum admission; free to MOCA members and North Miami residents.
Saturday, Apr. 22: Synergism: The Collage of Our Memories
- Time: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
- Description: Artist-led hands on workshop. Participants should bring two to three everyday objects (wood, leather, rubber, ceramics, metal, no fabrics) with a personal connection to their lives and hometown. Objects will be combined to create a community collage/art piece reflective of Ekaterina and Victor Khromin’s aesthetics. Participants will share personal histories and discuss contemporary art aesthetics.
- Price: $10 per person; $5 to MOCA members and North Miami residents. Materials fee included in admission.
- Ages: Open to teens ages 13 to 17 and adults.
Saturday, Apr. 29: What You Can’t Let Your Parents Do in the Car
- Time: 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- Description: Family-friendly safety activities and hands-on coloring experience based on Ekaterina Khromin’s work as a children’s book illustrator. This program is offered with the cooperation of Lauren’s Kids and the Miami-Dade Police Department.
- Price: Free with Museum admission; free to MOCA members and North Miami residents.
- Ages: Open to children ages 5 to 8 and adults.
Thursday, May 4: MOCA Shakers: Artist VIP Tour
- Time: 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
- Description: Become a MOCA Shaker and join us for VECHERINKA an exciting evening mixer featuring a vodka tasting, Russian delicacies and music, and a conversational tour with exhibition artist Ekaterina Khromin.
- Price:$10 per person; $5 for MOCA members and North Miami residents.
About Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami
The Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA), North Miami is dedicated to making contemporary art accessible to diverse audiences – especially underserved populations – through the collection, preservation and exhibition of the best of contemporary art and its art historical influences. The museum is located at 770 NE 125th Street, North Miami, FL 33161. It is open Tuesday–Friday from 11 a.m.–5 p.m., Saturday 1–9 p.m., and Sunday 11 a.m.–5 p.m. (closed Mondays and major holidays). Admission to the museum is $5, and is free to MOCA members and North Miami residents. For more information, visit mocanomi.org or call 305-893-6211.
