Every third Saturday of each month, stop by the Ames Family Atrium between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to get a firsthand look at the art-making process. Each session provides the opportunity to engage and interact with a different Northeast Ohio maker during pop-up demonstrations and activities. See their work unfold and learn how artists create. Explore a related selection of authentic objects from the CMA’s education art collection in a pop-up Art Up Close session. See, think, and wonder. This month, join us for an immersive experience where you become an integral part of shaping a stunning soft sculpture, led by artist Tommy Nguyen. During this interactive event, you have the opportunity to physically engage with one of Nguyen’s captivating soft sculptures. With the guidance of our dedicated volunteers, you can sew fabric pieces onto the sculpture, infusing it with your own unique flair and contributing to its dynamic evolution. But the excitement doesn’t end there! Immerse yourself in the artistic process with display boards showcasing images of the sculpture’s creation journey. Plus, strike a pose in our specially curated photo-op space, capturing memories of your involvement in this one-of-a-kind art project. This program is in partnership with The Sculpture Center, one of the only cultural institutions providing critical resources to sculptors along their journey through creation, exhibition, mentorship, conversation and engagement, and development and support opportunities. Tommy Nguyen: May the PLUSH Be with You opens on June 28 at The Sculpture Center.