Museum Closed September 6 - October 2 for Exhibit Installation
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Museum Closed September 6 - October 2 for Exhibit Installation 〰️
Experience art, education & imagination.
Admission at Pearl is FREE!
Upcoming Exhibitions
The New American West: By Brush and By Bronze
featuring Kathleen Frank & Mark Yale Harris
On View October 3 - January 2
Kathleen Frank, Prickly Pear to Goat Mountain, 2025, Oil on canvas
This exhibition brings together Mark Yale Harris’s stylized figurative and wildlife bronze sculptures with Kathleen Frank’s vibrant, pattern-rich oil paintings, with each artist contributing a distinctive interpretation of the region’s landscape, culture, and spirit. The exhibition offers a compelling dialogue on form, imagination, and the evolving narrative of the American West.
Mark Yale Harris, Got It Bleue, 2023, Bronze
From the Air: A Different Perspective of East Texas
On View October 3 - January 2
Bill Walterman captures East Texas from a unique perspective, using a drone to explore small towns and the landscape. The exhibition will include 37 images from 19 different locations throughout East Texas including 16 images that he calls “almost abstract.”
“When drones became available, I decided to try one and now I have a camera with wings. I’ve found the viewpoint, perspective and detail rendered from the altitude of 100 to 300 feet adds a new dimension to my photography.”
Bill Walterman; Sand Tracks; 2021; Archival Inkjet Print
Once in a Lifetime: The Life and Art of Howard Finkel
On View in the Cole Gallery October 3 - January 2
Howard Finkel (1942-2018) spent thirty-two years as a Houston orthopedic surgeon known for his compassion as much as his skill before finding his answer to retirement in bronze sculpture. Training at the Glassell Studio School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, he shaped quiet, personal moments with his family into lasting form. This exhibition celebrates the body of work he leaves behind.
Howard Finkel; Seesaw; 2007; Bronze
The Art of Les McDonald
On View in the Community Gallery October 3 - January 2
The Community Gallery honors the life and legacy of Les McDonald, Jr. (1943–2025), whose watercolors captured the wildlife, landscapes, and sporting scenes of his native Texas gulf coast with remarkable precision. A commercial artist turned full-time painter in 1986, McDonald built a career on his ability to render nature with both sweeping scope and exacting detail. This exhibition celebrates a body of work rooted in a lifelong love of the outdoors.
Les McDonald; Alaska Crab Traps; Watercolor
Upcoming Events
2026 Expressions of Gratitude Fall Luncheon
Dia de los Muertos Family Day & Art Market
Call for Class and Workshop Proposals
We’re looking for passionate artists and inspiring teachers with fresh ideas for classes—traditional or totally unique! The Pearl welcomes all art forms and all levels, from beginner to advanced.
Share your creativity and help our community grow!
Qualifications:
Minimum of one year of teaching experience
Demonstrated expertise in your area of instruction
Strong portfolio reflecting artistic skill and professionalism
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Ability to plan and teach lessons that build skills step-by-step for all experience levels
Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently
Enthusiasm for nurturing creativity and confidence in students of all ages
Autumn Raffle
150 tickets available, purchase in person at the Pearl while supplies last!
Strategic Partners
Youth Art Council - applications are now open!
2026 Pearls of Art Gala
2026 Spring Youth Art Exhibition
PFMFA Board of Directors + Youth Art Council
PFMFA in collaboration with our Youth Arts Council hosted the 2026 Youth Art Exhibition. We wish to thank all artists who applied and friends and family who made our opening event such a success!
Education
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Enthusiastic museum docents are available to help you get the most out of your visit to the Pearl. Whether you are visiting from out of town, a museum regular wanting the inside scoop, or a visiting class of students, the Pearl offers docent-guided tours for those wishing to schedule ahead of time.
The Pearl Fincher is proud to have educational support provided by Texas Women for the Arts (TWA), a program of the Texas Cultural Trust.
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Designed for preschool-aged children, ArtStart combines storytime and hands-on art activities that spark imagination and build confidence. Each weekly session encourages creativity, visual learning, and social skills in a fun, supportive setting—with class sizes limited to just 10 children for individual attention.
Parents and caregivers are invited to join the fun as little artists explore, create, and connect.
Tuesdays at 10:15 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
RSVP required via Eventbrite. If the session is full, call 281-376-6322 to be added to the waitlist. -
The Pearl School of Art is dedicated to nurturing creativity and cultivating a lifelong appreciation for the arts. In our studios, students explore a variety of projects and techniques designed to build skill, confidence, and artistic expression.
With small class sizes and passionate learners, we’re able to offer a more personal and in-depth teaching experience. Whether you’re a beginner discovering your creative voice or an experienced artist refining your craft, the Pearl School of Art welcomes you to learn, create, and grow with us.
Educational support for the Pearl School of Art is generously provided by Texas Women for the Arts (TWA), a program of the Texas Cultural Trust.
● Pearl Fincher & Beyond
How can I bring a Pearl Fincher experience to my classroom?
At Pearl Fincher, we blend the joy of curiosity with the tools to grow as an artist. We offer fully equipped studios, and classes filled with imagination, design, and artist adventures. Ask how we can bring the Pearl Fincher to your school.
Let’s Talk!
Curious about Pearl Fincher, hoping to visit, or looking to share your talents? We’re here to talk.