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November 2024
“Your Hands Were Making Artifacts in the Corners Of My Mind”
The exhibition, titled "Your Hands Were Making Artifacts In The Corners Of My Mind," will feature works from 22 artists who are current residents in the PF Studios program. The showcase, guest-curated by Jonathan Herrera Soto, who has shaped this year’s exhibition prompt, will highlight the diverse range of styles, mediums and perspectives that have emerged from the program over the past five years. Nov. 2-30, Public Functionary Main Gallery, 1500 Jackson St. NE, Studio 144. Opening reception: Saturday, Nov.…
Find out more »“Black Memory Red Sea”
nouf saleh will present a solo exhibition of work as a culmination of her past four years in the PF Studios program. In this show, nouf re-stages previous works together in the same room. nouf considers the conversation and relationships that have emerged between these works in space. "Black Memory Red Sea" contends with secrecy, kinship, displacement, separation and memory in Afro-Arab communities, specifically of the Yemeni Muwalladeen. The body of work is an act of soft resistance to the…
Find out more »Odyssey: A 50-Year Artist’s Journey: Not a Still Life
An Art Renewal Center (ARC) Associate Living Master, Charles Gilbert Kapsner is known for his diverse repertoire, particularly his thought-provoking, Vanitas-style still life paintings. His works include finely developed charcoal drawings, oil portraits and a creative blend of beautiful imagery accessible to all. Works include lush florals, poignant works of social commentary and pieces honoring veterans’ service. Studio Pintura, 1500 Jackson St. NE, #294, Thursday, Nov. 7-Jan. 11, 2025. Opening reception, Nov. 7, 4-7 pm.
Find out more »PF Studios 5th anniversary book release
In conjunction with the five-year anniversary of the PF Studios program, Public Functionary will release a commemorative book. This 150-page volume documents the program's journey, featuring profiles of 35 PF Studios artists, essays by Taylor Jasper, Leslie Barlow, Shana Kaplow and Tricia Heuring, and behind-the-scenes insights into the program's development. The book is designed by PF Studios designers Patricio De Lara and Genie Hien Tran. PF Studios artist talk moderated by Jonathan Herrera Soto and book release: Thursday, Nov. 7, 7-9…
Find out more »War Reports: Labor Camp
Responding to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Piotr Szyhalski began drawing Labor Camp Reports once again. Much like the COVID-19: Labor Camp Report series from 2020, this new and ongoing body of work serves as a way of witnessing and recording the experience of “extreme historical phenomenon” unfolding in real time. Although addressing specific conflicts, many of the War Reports operate on a more universal level condemning war and militarism while drawing our attention to the plight of civilians and refugees. Opening…
Find out more »Fall open studios
Fall in love with art! Friday, Nov. 8, 5-10 pm and Saturday, Nov. 9, 12-8 pm. 30+ quality artists showing handmade paintings, jewelry, sculpture and clothing. Meet the artists, have snacks in Mojo Coffee Gallery, get a jump on holiday giving. California Building, 2205 California St. NE.
Find out more »Open Casket Nov. 8-10
The Casket Arts Campus will hold its annual Fall Open Studios event, “Open Casket,” November 8-10. Three buildings feature four floors of studios in the Casket Arts Building and more in the adjacent Carriage House and Factory. More than 100 local artists share their painting, sculpture, jewelry, printmaking, textiles, ceramics, photography and more, along with live music, food trucks, and custom cocktails in the basement Speakeasy (raising funds for the Northeast Minneapolis Arts District). Friday 5-10 pm; Saturday noon-8 pm;…
Find out more »Snack and Squish
"Hunt and Gather," Wednesday, Nov. 13, 12-1 pm, Flux Arts Building, Studios A and E, 2505 Howard St. NE. Clay Squared owners Josh Blanc and Layl McDill love to find unique treasures to use in their art. Josh has an artful collection of stamps and Layl has junk jars galore. They'll share stories of discoveries made while traveling or just poking around in their own basement. Then do a little squishing of clay onto a small bake-able object in Layl’s…
Find out more »Artblok autumn festival
Kick off the holiday shopping season with unique gifts while supporting local artists and businesses. Artblok is home to painters, potters, printmakers and Bumbling Fools Mead. Artblok will host a variety of guest artists and makers Friday, Nov. 22, 5-9 pm; Saturday, Nov.23, noon-8 pm; and Sunday, Nov. 24, noon-5 pm. Free, family friendly and free parking. 2010 E. Hennepin Ave.
Find out more »“Biological Combinations”
Public Functionary, Studio 233 in the Northrup King Building, presents "Biological Combinations," new work by Savannah Tines, inviting viewers to explore the intersections of past, present and future forms of life. By combining found objects and obsolete technologies with traditional mediums, Tines constructs a terrestrial landscape that simulates an immersive, organic and kinetic experience. Through Saturday, Dec. 7, when there will be an ugly sweater closing reception 6-9 pm. Wear an ugly sweater.
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