In-person at MODA
MODA members get discounts on events! Members must log in to SimpleTix at checkout to receive their event discount.
What’s the best way to take visual notes on scenes from everyday life?
Through blind contour studies, which allow you to draw quickly and effectively while developing your hand-eye coordination.
When local artist and animator Anami Hayes was in art school, some of the best advice he received from one of his professors was to “draw what you see, not what you know.” Through doing this, you release your fear of making mistakes, allowing your work to become free and loose.
You’re invited to join us for an evening at the museum, where you can grab a drink and pick up a pencil as Anami coaches you through three exercises to strengthen your skills in blind contour studies.
Through his instruction, you’ll develop a better understanding of drawing, and you will leave with a higher level of trust in yourself and in your creative skills!
The cost to attend this event is $15 for MODA Members and $20 for Future Members.
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Anami Hayes is a visual artist and 2D animator who also owns The Good Looks Crew Animation Studio, which is dedicated to showcasing authentic narratives through inclusivity, ensuring every voice is heard. Over the course of his career, he has created artwork for a number of brands, artists, and influencers, including Lotus Rosary and The High Cup.
Anami is currently working with a popular streaming service to develop an animated TV show featuring a special celebrity guest.
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The Museum of Design Atlanta is conveniently located in the Midtown Arts District, right across the street from the Woodruff Arts Center at 1315 Peachtree St. NE Atlanta, GA 30309.
MODA is located on the ground floor of the 1315 Peachtree Building. The building is a mix use site and is shared by MODA, the Peachtree Public Library, and Perkins+Will.
MODA resides on the land of the Mvskoke (Muscogee / Creek) people.
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Parking
MODA does not offer designated parking. There are public parking lots located in the Midtown Arts district, as well as metered parking available along Peachtree St NE. The paid Lanier parking deck at 1337 Peachtree St NE is the closest deck within walking distance of the museum.
Bike Riders
For visitors traveling by bike, there are plenty of bike racks conveniently located around MODA! You can find them along Peachtree Street, including right outside of MODA, and at the Arts Center MARTA Station. Don’t forget to bring a lock!
Marta
If visiting by train, take the North or South rail line to the Arts Center MARTA Station (N5), located directly behind the Woodruff Arts Center (accessible). Exit the Arts Center Station at the top level by the Peachtree Street exit. You will be behind the Woodruff Arts Center. MODA is located directly across the street from the Woodruff Arts Center. Use the cross-walk at the intersection of 16th and Peachtree to reach our building.
For more information on MARTA schedules, maps, and connections from other transit providers, please visit the MARTA website.
We offer a 20% discount on museum admission for patrons who used public transportation to get to MODA! (DOES NOT APPLY TO SUNDAY FUNDAY SPECIAL RATE)
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MODA reserves the right to cancel a program if the minimum enrollment requirements are not met, but don't worry: should MODA have to cancel, we will gladly issue a full refund to all registrants. If you need to cancel your plans for any reason, we kindly request that you notify us at least 7 days prior to the event start. By doing so, we can process a refund for the ticket cost (minus a small $10 processing fee per class). Unfortunately, we cannot provide refunds for cancellations made less than 7 days before an event.
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Designers with different styles of learning or special needs are welcome in MODA public programs. We will be able to most effectively help everyone learn and enjoy this experience if we know about those needs in advance of the program. Please email maryk@museumofdesign.org with questions or information.
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Email Miranda at miranda@museumofdesign.org with any questions.