ColorLab

BCM’s Family Art Studio
ColorLab is BCM’s art-making space where artists of all ages can explore, make, and celebrate art. ColorLab programs are rooted in the creative works and cultures of Black artists. Each month our projects are inspired by a muse artist’s work and practice. Families have the opportunity to explore print-making, collage and sculpture projects inspired by artists such as Chakaia Booker, Romare Bearden, Faith Ringgold and Kehinde Wiley, among others.
ColorLab is open Wednesday through Friday afternoons from 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm, and weekends from 10:30 am – 4:30 pm. Entry to ColorLab is included in general admission.
Projects
This Month
February: Future Reflections
What do you see when you look in a mirror? This February in ColorLab, we’re exploring reflective art inspired by Larry Brown, who creates intricately designed mirrors that can help connect us to our past and future.
Create a sculptural mirror at BCM’s art studio using beads, twine, and reflective materials. Weave patterns and wrap colorful beads to frame your mirror in a custom design. Takeaways: You’ll take home your own decorative mirror and learn the artistic skill of patterning and beadwork!
Up Next
March: Water Portraits
How does water change the way things look? This March in ColorLab, we’re exploring water-based portraits inspired by Khari Turner, who uses water from oceans and rivers to create paintings that tell stories of identity and connection.
Create a portrait at BCM’s art studio using oil pastels, watercolors, and sea salt. Draw with oil pastels and watch what happens as you paint over them with watercolors, then sprinkle salt to add texture and see how the water reacts. Takeaways: You’ll take home your unique portrait and learn the artistic skill of mixed-media layering!
Art programs at Brooklyn Children’s Museum are made possible by The Pierre and Tana Matisse Foundation, the Milton and Sally Avery Arts Foundation, the Einhorn-Lasky Family, the National Endowment for the Arts, and the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the New York City Council.