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Where to go:
St. Thomas
2115 Summit Avenue, Saint Paul, Minnesota MN 55105
What to do:
1. Come see Robyne Robinson’s private collection in Robyne Robinson: Hands and Heart running February 1 through April 13 in the O’Shaughnessy Educational Center lobby gallery. Selected work ranges from around the world and will include her custom-made jewelry.
2. Listen to Robinson’s lecture “The Impact of Global Urbanism in Art and Design” on March 16 at 6:30 p.m.
3. Visit the new American Museum of Asmat Art in the new Anderson Student Center opening February 23.
Must see show right now:
Whether you’re looking for some world perspective or unique gift ideas for Valentine’s Day, Robyne Robinson: Hands and Heart is a great excuse to get onto St. Thomas’s campus. For shoppers let it be known that all purchases include a beaded bag made by South African women that benefits an orphanage in South Africa.
While you’re in the area:
Situated in Saint Paul’s beautiful Summit Avenue community, St. Thomas offers a variety of activities for visitors from the O’Shaughnessy Education Center lobby gallery to the many food venues at the new Anderson Student Center to simply walking along Summit Avenue and enjoying the architecture. Also be sure to visit the Catherine G. Murphy Gallery south on Randolph Avenue or Concordia University St. Paul Galleries.
Want more info?
Call Sue Focke at (651) 962-5560 or email sefocke@stthomas.edu.
Grab your coat and head to the lake tomorrow, January 14th, for the opening weekend of Art Shanty Projects 2012. This four week exhibition is part sculpture park, part artist residency and part social experiment which adds up to arguably the best way for art lovers to embrace the winter weather.
This year’s shanty offerings include such projects as Robot Reprise, Sashay Shantay, Monsters Under The Bed Shanty, Solar Ark Shanty and Dance Shanty among others. Don’t miss your chance to get a peek at all of them! Don’t forget winter safety while you’re visiting. Dress warmly to protect yourself from the wind, wear appropriate footwear for snow and ice and do not drive your car onto the lake. Please do not bring dogs or alcoholic beverages to the projects Open weekends January 14th through February 5th, 2012, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Medicine Lake ( Map and directions) For more information, visit Art Shanty Projects online.
CSA returns for a fourth season of locally produced and supported art. Employing the same model as Community Supported Agriculture, Community Supported Art supports local art, artists and collectors. Artists, who are selected by a jury, will be given a stipend to create 50 “shares” for the program by a set deadline. Shares can be purchased by the public for $300. Shareholders receive one box containing three works at three different pickup dates throughout the spring/summer season. Minnesota artists of all disciplines are invited to submit proposals now through January 18th, 2012. Not all art comes in the form of a physical object. Along with visual artists, the CSA program encourages musicians, performing artists and writers to apply. Proposals must include samples of your current work, an artist’s statement and a one page artist’s resume. An informational session about the CSA program will be held Thursday, December 22nd at 6 p.m. in the East Lake Library conference room ( map). For more information, check out the CSA Call for Artists online.
Come to the capitol today on your lunch hour to oppose using Legacy money for a new stadium.
We want to make sure legislators know that the majority of Minnesotans oppose using Legacy funds for a stadium. Join us at the Capitol over your lunch hour for just an hour or so, from 12:00-1:00. Join us outside Room 15 (on the Ground floor) at the State Capitol on Tuesday, Dec. 6 to ask legislators not to use Arts Legacy funds for a Vikings Stadium. The Senate has scheduled a hearing for 12:30 on that day. We will have signs and buttons for you to wear, although you can make your own signs! Look for arts friends wearing "Arts Advocate" buttons. We need you there!
Our message? "Not One Penny of Legacy for a Stadium!"
Can you join us?! Let us know by emailing staff@mncitizensforthearts.org or calling us at 651-251-0868.
If you can't be at the Capitol and still haven't sent a letter to your legislators, it's not too late to take action! You can send letters to the Governor and legislature here.
Minnesota is with us. A recent Star Tribune Poll found that 77% of Minnesotans are against using Legacy for a stadium:
"The idea floated recently of using Legacy funds, which are dedicated to projects benefiting the environment, arts and cultural heritage, was shot down by the poll respondents -- 77 percent opposed using Legacy funds for a stadium, compared to 21 percent in favor."
Speak out today to protect Legacy funding for the arts!
Don’t forget to support Twin Cities Fine Arts Organization (TCFAO) tomorrow, November 16th, for Give to the Max Day! Donating to TCFAO helps to ensure that we are able to increase the visibility of the arts in your community through:
- Events
- Email newsletters
- The annual Gallery Guide
- And more!
Give to the Max day is hosted by GiveMN, a collaborative venture to transform philanthropy in Minnesota by growing charitable giving, both online and overall. While your donations are greatly appreciated every day of the year, Give to the Max Day harnesses the generous spirit of Minnesotans to raise as much money as possible for nonprofits in a 24 hour period. With many nonprofits offering gift matching and prize money available to top earners, there is no better time to donate. Visit the TCFAO GiveMN page here.
One donor per hour will be chosen by GiveMN to be given a matching grant of $1,000. Please consider making your donation early in the morning or late at night to increase your chances of winning! Don’t forget to look for our member organizations as well. Thank you for your support!
For more information on Give to the Max Day, visit GiveMN.org.
The 10th Annual Book Arts Festival at Minnesota Center for Book Arts (MCBA) is coming up on November 19th! Free and open to the public, this is a great holiday event for the whole family. Bring your holiday gift list as you browse items from more than 40 artist vendors. With choices like fine press artist’s books, hand-bound blank journals, decorative papers and letterpress cards, there is something that is perfect for everyone. This is a great place to buy local, handmade goods from independent sellers to support the Minnesota book arts community. Participate in free art-making activities with your family or friends, including custom button-making and creating mini Japanese stab-bound books. Don’t miss the demonstrations taking place throughout the day and be sure to check out the special sales at The Shop at MCBA. Saturday, November 19, 2011 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Minnesota Center for Book Arts 1011 Washington Ave. S, Minneapolis MN 55415 For more information, call The Shop at (612) 215-2520 or visit MCBA online.
Yesterday's Minneapolis Star Tribune held some great news for arts advocates: "The idea floated recently of using Legacy funds, which are dedicated to projects benefiting the environment, arts and cultural heritage, was shot down by the poll respondents -- 77 percent opposed using Legacy funds for a stadium, compared to 21 percent in favor." This news comes after a chaotic week in which the momentum to hold a special session to fund the stadium came to a screeching halt when Speaker Kurt Zellers said that the House would prefer to deal with the stadium during the upcoming regular session. Gov. Dayton declared that he would not, therefore, as previously planned, come out with a stadium proposal today after all. It is clear that there is no agreement on how to pay for the stadium, which is why crazy ideas like using Legacy funds are being tossed around. At the moment, using upgraded electronic pull tabs as the main funding source seems to have the most legs, but things remain fluid and could drag on for some time. The other good news is that you arts advocates have now delivered over 14,500 messages to your elected officials in opposition of using Legacy funds for the stadium. Some of this response has come from our friends at Conservation Minnesota and the Minnesota Environmental Partnership, who put out alerts to their members to oppose the move to use Legacy funds because it would set a bad precedent for misuse of the land, water, and parks funds. It's great to see our coalition from the campaign in 2008 still working together for the good of all. While the Legacy idea seems to have lost some steam due in part to your overwhelming response, it will not go away entirely until a funding package for the stadium is put together, or until it is clear that the team doesn't have legislative support to build one at all. We will remain vigilant until this is resolved, as it may come back to life. If you haven't had a chance to voice your opposition, it's not too late. You can send letters to the Governor and legislature here.
The FAIR School Crystal is looking for artists to show at their Crafty Pancakes 2011 event on Saturday, December 3rd from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event is an arts and crafts fair to benefit the school. Artists must be 18 or older and all art must be appropriate for viewers of all ages. Artists with small items to offer (i.e. wearable art and jewelry, textiles, ceramics, ornaments, prints, etc.) are especially encouraged to participate. The exhibition fee is $25 and 20% of all sales are donated to FAIR Crystal PTO. Artists should carry their own insurance and are responsible for watching and selling their art during the event.
For more information email Mcgrillart@q.com.
Where to go:THREE ROOMS 3511 Galleria, Edina, MN 55435 (Map) What to do:1. Browse the art THREE ROOMS offers the work of more than 100 contemporary artists working in a wide variety of media. You’re sure to find something that makes a perfect gift for friend and family… or yourself! 2. Attend the opening of the 15th anniversary show Celebrate with THREE ROOMS while enjoying whimsical papier mache sculpture by Judith Whipple. The opening is November 12th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 3. Visit the neighbors The 15th anniversary show opening coincides with the Galleria’s Holiday Open House, making it a great time to check out what the other shops have to offer. Be sure to stop by fellow TCFAO member Art Resources Gallery. Must-see piece right now:“Bobtanical” blown glass vessels by Kliszewski Glass (pictured above)
While you’re in the area:Grab dinner at one of the five excellent restaurants in the Galleria and then take a stroll on the nearby Edina Promenade to view the outdoor sculpture.
Want more info?Call (952) 926-1774 or email threerooms.amy@gmail.com.
With Halloween just around the corner it is time to start considering holiday gift giving. Everyone has that person on their list who is impossible to buy for. What better way to deal with this dilemma than to give the gift of art? Many of our members are ready to help you do just that. Here are a few events to give you a head start on your shopping.
Ribbon Ring with a Floating Bezel and Channel Surround by Stephen Vincent
Begin your shopping this weekend with a jewelry trunk show by Stephen Vincent Designs at Grand Hand Gallery. With a wide selection of work in metal and gemstones by the Minneapolis duo Stephen Vincent and Catherine Lehman you are sure to find a great gift while supporting local artists. Saturday, October 29 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, October 30 from 12 to 5 p.m.
Handcrafted wooden reindeer by Sticks
Once Halloween is over, head to SEASONS on St. Croix Gallery for their First Friday Celebration on November 4th. Enjoy music and refreshments while browsing a wide selection of hand crafted and original work that are sure to be a hit with friends and family. Friday, November 4 from 5 to 9 p.m.
Ceramic vessels by Tom Willis
Don’t miss the annual Arts of the Holidays Show and Sale at Minnetonka Center for the Arts. Check out hand-made works in glass, jewelry, painting, sculpture and more during the opening reception Thursday, November 17 from 6 to 9 p.m. Show runs November 17th through December 31st For more information, visit the Grand Hand Gallery, SEASONS on St. Croix Gallery, and Minnetonka Center for the Arts online.
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