Pensacola Museum of Art Property

407 South Jefferson Street., Pensacola, FL 32502

Included with our unified admission. To learn more about the current exhibits, programs and classes see the Pensacola Museum of Art.

The University of West Florida Pensacola Museum of Art augments the academic and community missions of the University and the UWF Historic Trust Museums by promoting a space of discovery and dialogue rooted in art, ideas and culture. We aim to facilitate the preservation, understanding, and engagement of visual culture for audiences in the Northwest Florida region and beyond through our permanent collection, interpretive programs, a vital and dynamic exhibition schedule, academic research and education.

On Exhibit

The Poetics of Painting

March 6 - August 14, 2026 

Second Floor

This exhibition celebrates the life and work of John Markowitz. Markowitz was a dedicated artist that explored the traditional process of pigmented media on a two-dimensional surface. Many of his pieces utilize historical motifs of landscape and still life, but Markowitz’s ultimate subject is the transformational potential of oil paint and the contemplation of time, perception, and memory. His paintings, drawings, and sketchbooks from the last five decades form the primary focus of this exhibition.

Featured in adjoining galleries are more than fifty works of art created by Markowitz’s mentors and students. In recognition of Markowitz’s service as Chair of the PMA’s Collection Committee, additional paintings, drawings, photographs, and prints that he helped the museum acquire and steward for the community are featured in an adjacent gallery.

ENCHANTED DRAWINGS: THE MAGIC OF ANIMATION: Featuring Illustrations, Paintings, and Prints from the Gerald & Vicki Adcox Collection

May 22, 2026 - September 6, 2026

Opening Reception: May 22, 5:00-7:00 p.m.

This exhibition focuses on the craft of storytelling through moving imagery, old-world technology, and contemporary animation. Featured in this show are original drawings, prints, and paintings from the Gerald and Vicki Adcox Collection. Examples of inventive artistic processes, mechanical apparatus, and several classic animated cartoons are also on view. Additional objects from the Pensacola Museum of History provide context and interactive experiences. These supporting objects and artifacts complement the original artwork on display, creating a rich appreciation of the cultural significance of traditional animation, film, and the continuation of this art form’s historical legacy.

Programs & Events

Adult/Teen Workshop: Realistic Drawing with Crayons

Instructor: Kenneth H. Jordan II 

Saturday, July 18, 2026 

10:30-1:30 p.m. 

$55 PMA members / $65 non-members

Registration required.

Escape the summer heat! Join artist Kenneth H. Jordan II for a 3-hour workshop in an air-conditioned art museum. In this workshop, the humble crayon is transformed into a tool for creating professional, realistic drawings in color.

You will learn various techniques in using crayons, such as layering and blending to achieve depth in shading, as well as rendering details and textures. Develop your observational drawing skills, and discover the potential of crayons, an accessible material that will defy your expectations.

This workshop is designed for adults and teens ages 16+ and is open to all levels of experience; however, basic drawing skills will be very helpful and are highly recommended. Pre-registration is required in advance, and all materials and supplies are included in the cost. Participants will receive their own box of crayons to take home and continue drawing after the workshop.

What to bring:

All materials and supplies are included in the cost of this workshop. Participants are asked to bring in a small, portable object, or a high quality image/photo of your choosing that will be the subject of your drawing in this workshop. We will also have a few images of fish/shrimp and a couple pieces of watermelon available for you to choose from.

About the Instructor:

Kenneth H. Jordan II is a contemporary Southern American artist and art educator from Pensacola, FL. After earning his B.F.A. in 2015 from the University of West Florida, he maintains a local studio practice here in Pensacola. Kenneth works primarily in crayon and pushes his wax medium in a new direction within the realm of contemporary realism, exploring themes related to spirituality, personal narrative, the human figure, and family. His current body of work navigates the space of personal relationships and the impact they have on perception in life. Be sure to see Kenneth’s artwork, currently on view in the Poetics of Painting exhibition, located on the second floor of the Pensacola Museum of Art until August 9, 2026.

Audience:

This workshop is designed for adults and teenagers ages 16+. 
Some basic drawing experience is recommended, but is not required to participate.
Pre-registration is required at least 24 hours in advance.