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November 2022
2010 Artblok Fall Events
Friday, Nov. 4-Sunday, Nov. 6 and Friday, Nov. 18-Sunday, 20, 2010 Artblok artists will open their studios to the public. Nov. 4-6 is in partnership with the Northeast Minneapolis Arts Association’s “Fall Open Studios” event and also features an additional 15+ visiting artists on Saturday for a “Blok Party.” Studio hours are: Nov. 4, 5-10 pm; Nov. 5, noon-8 pm; and Nov. 6, noon-5 pm. Nov. 18-20, artists in 2010 Artblok will again open their doors to the public, kicking…
Find out more »California Dreamin’
The California Building, 2205 California St. NE, will be open for California Dreamin’, part of the Fall Open Studios weekend hosted by the Arts District and NEMAA. Dates are Nov. 4, 5-10 pm, Nov. 5, 11 am-8 pm, and Nov. 6, 12-5 pm. Artists throughout the building will open their doors to give the public a behind-the-scenes look at their process and offer original art pieces for sale. Multiple studios will host demos and classes, including painting and 3D printing…
Find out more »Speakeasy to benefit Northeast Minneapolis Arts District
When studios in Northeast Minneapolis open for the weekend of November 4-5-6, visitors can purchase cocktails at the basement Speakeasy at Casket Arts building. The Speakeasy is open 5-10 pm on Friday, Nov. 4, 2-8pm on Saturday, Nov. 5 and noon-4pm on Sunday, Nov. 6 with profits going to support Northeast Minneapolis Arts District. The Arts District mission is “to catalyze the innovative spirit of artists through generative community development.” Dedicated to making the geography look more and more like…
Find out more »WOW Mobile Metal Lab and Show at Open Casket
Mold and pour metal during Open Casket, Friday, Nov. 4-Saturday, Nov. 5. Metal Pour Workshop: Friday, Nov. 4, 6-10 pm, Casket Arts Factory + Sculpture Quad. Learn how to carve imagery, designs, words into a sand mold of a casket form. Choose from imagery and ideas here or create your own (molds are 4″x11″ approx). Then, learn how to pour aluminum from a crucible furnace into the mold, file/grind/polish your casting and colored inks are optional. Ages 9 + up.…
Find out more »Mississippi Pearl unveiling
Art to Change the World will unveil "Mississippi Pearl," a collaborative artwork made of things found in and along the Mississippi River. The event will occur at Homewood Studios, 2400 Plymouth Avenue North, Minneapolis, Friday, Nov. 11, 5-8 pm. The creation of Pearl was funded by a Mississippi Water Management Organization Stewardship Fund Program grant and directed by artist Barbara Bridges, who guided a scientist, journalist, mayor, teachers, and artists to complete the work.
Find out more »Anatomy & Botany artist reception
With her initial anatomical drawings stemming back to 2008, over the last two years Laine Swanson has found her passion in combining anatomical pointillism drawings with botany using pencils and inks. Ambiente Gallerie Chiropractic & Wellness Clinic, 505 1st Ave NE, Thursday, Nov. 17, 5-8 pm.
Find out more »Appropriation from the Native perspective
Native artists Ashley Fairbanks (White Earth Anishinaabe), Marlena Myles (Spirit Lake Dakota/Mohegan) and Lumhe Micco Sampson (Seneca/Creek) will lead a panel discussion Saturday, Nov. 19, 6:30 pm at the Northrup King Building, 1500 Jackson St. NE, Studio 309. They will discuss cultural appropriation from the Native American perspective. Refreshments provided by the Sioux Chef. Presented by the Minnesota Native Artists Alliance and Northeast Minneapolis Arts Association.
Find out more »December 2022
Noble Truth Artist Talk: Layl McDill
Step into the wonderland of Layl McDill’s studio in the Flux Arts Building. She shares her space with her husband Josh Blanc as part of Clay Squared to Infinity. Layl creates polymer clay sculptures that focus on wonderment and storytelling and Josh makes handmade tiles. She will give a tour of both her studio and her husband’s and tell a story. Tuesday, Dec. 6, 6 pm, 2505 Howard St. NE.
Find out more »January 2023
Northrup King Nights: All That Glitters is Cold!
Visit the Minnesota Jewelry Arts Guild (MNJAG) on the 3rd floor and browse beautiful creations from multiple local jewelers, and maybe even take a little shimmer and shine home to treasure (or surprise a loved one on Valentine’s Day). And a returning favorite: Wintercraft will be out to share their stunning ice luminaries. Catch a demonstration of this ancient craft and purchase a kit to create beautiful winter decorations for your own home. Saturday, Jan. 21, 5-9 pm, 1500 Jackson St.…
Find out more »February 2023
Library After Dark
Explore the Northeast Minneapolis Arts and Craft Community, Wednesday, Feb. 1, 5:30-7 pm, American Craft Council Library, 1224 Marshall St. NE, Suite 200. Josh Blanc of Clay Squared to Infinity and chair of the Northeast Minneapolis Arts District will speak about the special history of Northeast Minneapolis that led to it becoming one of the top arts districts in the nation (named “Best Arts District” in USA Today's 10 Best Readers’ Choice 2022). ACC Librarian Beth Goodrich will highlight the…
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