Howdunnit

Ever wonder just how the heck artists do what they do? And is it really that difficult? Maybe not. Hence, the name of an event happening today at the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art (4525 Oak, 816-751-1278) — “Making the Ordinary Extraordinary.” In the Ford Learning Center from 1 to 4 p.m., sculptor Will Valk will demonstrate casting techniques used by George Segal, another sculptor whose work is the subject of an exhibition on display inside the museum (George Segal: Street Scenes). Segal is also the subject of a PBS documentary, George Segal: American Still Life, which screens at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. in Atkins Auditorium. Both events are free.

Sun., July 12, 1-4 p.m., 2009