Michael Hensley Drawing Workshops

Free Workshops at the Millicent Rogers Museum

Join artist and instructor Michael M. Hensley at the Millicent Rogers Museum for a unique opportunity to explore drawing in a setting that’s both welcoming and inspiring. Whether you're a teen just starting out or an adult looking to reconnect with your creative side, Hensley's workshops offer a chance to learn, create, and grow.

From lively demonstrations to hands-on practice, each session is designed to build confidence and sharpen your skills—all in the beautiful surroundings of the museum. Keep scrolling to learn more about upcoming sessions, what to expect, and how to join in!

Realistic Wildlife Drawing - Summer Youth Classes

Location: Millicent Rogers Museum, Taos, NM
Sessions: June 22nd-25th & July 13th-16th, 2026
Time: 1:00–2:30 PM
Ages: Youth Ages 10-19
Cost: Free

MICHAEL M. HENSLEY, widely regarded as a master draftsman of both the human and animal forms, will present a series of interactive drawing sessions exploring the power, elegance, and structure of the world’s wild cats. This workshop series will examine members of the Felidae family, from the great cats of Panthera to the smaller, highly specialized species of Felinae, with an emphasis on observation, anatomical understanding, and refined draftsmanship.

Through live demonstrations and guided instruction, participants will study proportion, skeletal structure, musculature, gesture, and value, gaining insight into how form follows function across different species. Each session is designed to strengthen both technical skill and visual awareness, supporting artists at all levels.

All sessions are offered free of charge and are open to youth ages 10–19.

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FELINAE: THE WILD CATS OF THE WORLD

June Sessions for Youth | June 22 - 25, 2026 | 1pm - 2:30pm:

  • Monday, June 22nd - BOBCAT (Lynx rufus) Subfamily: Felinae
  • Tuesday, June 23rd - CANADA LYNX (Lynx canadensis)
  • Wednesday, June 24th - MOUNTAIN LION (Puma concolor)
  • Thursday, June 25th - CHEETAH (Acinonyx jubatus)

PANTHERINAE: THE WILD CATS OF THE WORLD

July Sessions for Youth | July 13 - 16, 2026 | 1pm - 2:30pm:

  • Monday, July 13th - JAGUAR (Panthera onca)
  • Tuesday, July 14th - LEOPARD (Panthera pardus)
  • Wednesday, July 15th - AFRICAN LION (Panthera Leo)
  • Thursday, July 16th - SIBERIAN TIGER (Panthera tigris altaica)

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