Our current temporary exhibition, X-ray Vision: Fish Inside Out, is more than just a look beneath the surface—it’s a fascinating journey into the anatomy, evolution, and unique features of fish, all revealed through stunning X-ray images. 

To bring this experience to life in a hands-on way, we’re offering a one-of-a-kind workshop that blends art and science. You’ll learn from an ichthyologist (that’s a fish expert!) who will share fun facts about why fish look the way they do. Then, inspired by what you've learned, you'll create your own artwork using sumi-e—a traditional Japanese painting style that uses only black ink to capture the essence of a subject.

No art or science background needed—just curiosity and creativity! With guidance from amazing sumi-e artists, you’ll walk away with new knowledge and your own fish-inspired masterpiece.

Dr. Ben Keck
PhD in Ecology & Evolutionary Biology at UT, He is the Director of the DA Etnier Ichthyological Collection and Teaching Professor in the Dept. of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology. 
Dr. Shigetoshi Eda
Shigetoshi Eda is a professor in the School of Natural Resources at the University of Tennessee. He has been teaching Japanese calligraphy to UT students
Mana Muramatsu, Japan Outreach Initiative Coordinator from Asian Culture Center of TN. She has been held over 200 Japan themed workshops in East Tennessee.

Funding for the McClung Museum's educational programming has been provided by the Knox County Tourism Consortium.