Art in December!
Welcome to December! The next two weekends are jam packed with artistic holiday fun. With 13 events listed for this Saturday alone, there is an abundance of creative things to see and do. May your season be Merry & Bright!
Here's a quick peek at what I'm doing and where I'll be this month:
Saturday, December 7, 11 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Zentangle (R) Art for Kids with CZT Esther Piszczek, Duluth Public Library, Gold Room, 520 W. Superior Street (RSVP Required, Ages K-5th grade)
Saturday, December 7, 2-5 p.m.
Wabi Creations Trunk Show, 240 Misquah Road, Duluth
Mondays, December 9 & 16, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Zentangle (R) Pattern Drawing Meets Origami: Tangled and Folded with Esther Piszczek, CZT, Lincoln Park Community School, 3215 West Third Street
Wednesday, December 11, 6:30-9 p.m.
Zentangle (R) & Wine with Esther Piszczek, CZT, Master Framing Gallery, 1431 London Road (RSVP required)
Friday, December 13, 6-8 p.m.
Friday, December 13, 6-8 p.m.
Downtown Duluth Arts Walk, Duluth Fine Pianos, 331 W. Superior Street (next to Starbucks!) Downtown Duluth Arts Walk Google Maps
Art only tonight! Jazz will happen on Friday, October 18!
Details on all of these events, and more, below!
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All events, including my classes, are listed in chronological order, click on colored text throughout to link to more information. Visit the Creative Education Opportunities page to find classes to explore and the Reoccurring Events page for events that happen routinely.
Wednesday, December 4, 6-7:30 p.m.
Embracing Identities Through Culture, UMD, Humanities Building, 2nd Floor, Rm 480, 1049 University Drive
"Local Minnesotan authors Lucie B. Amundson and Linda LeGarde Grover speak and answer questions on their award-winning novels at the University of Minnesota Duluth. Lucie B. Amundson, the author of Locally Laid, writes about the highs and lows of starting a middle-agriculture chicken farm. Linda LeGarde Grover, author of Onigamiising: Seasons of an Ojibwe Year, writes about Native American resilience and recently won the Minnesota Book Award."Thursdays, December 5 & 19, 4 p.m.
Winter Farmer's Market, Duluth Folk School, 1917 Superior Street
"Community Action Duluth’s Seeds of Success program is partnering with the Duluth Folk School to host the Lincoln Park Winter Farmer’s Market. Come down on the first and third Thursday of the month, from November through March!"
Thursday, December 5, 4-6 p.m.
Write On!, Duluth Public Library, Gold Room, 520 W. Superior Street
"Calling all young writers! Poems! Songs! Graphic novels! Short stories! WHATEVER your genre, “Write On” is the place for you to launch your next writing piece. “Write On’ is a series of 4 workshops expressly designed for young writers, ages 10-18. Each workshop is a pop-up, stand-alone event. You can attend one, or all four! Your choice! You do not need to bring any completed writing to attend, but the option to share and receive feedback will be provided. There will also be brain food (pizza!) while supplies last. “Write On” is free-of-charge, but registration is required. Event Type(s): Author/Literary Event; Age Group(s): Tweens, Teen"Thursday, December 5, 6-8:30 p.m.
Yoga and Writing Workshop, It Takes A Village Healing Collective, 114 W. Superior Street, 2nd Floor (Above Duluth Sign and Stewart Taylor Printing)"This donation-based yoga practice and guided free-form writing workshop is generally held on the first Thursday of every month. It is intended to be an opportunity to slow down in order to reflect and reconnect through the use of yoga and prompted journal writing. Each month will have a different theme, with the goal of building self-awareness and appreciation.
"Materials will be provided, but attendees are asked to bring a journal (if they have one) and anything else desired for their comfort. This workshop is taught by Alyssa Johnson, RYT500. E-mail alyssa@blindspotcreatives.com with questions."
Thursday-Saturday, December 5-7, 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, December 8, 2 p.m.
DanceWorks 2019, UMD, Marshall Performing Arts Center, 1215 Ordean Court
"Rebecca Katz Harwood, Artistic Director, presents DanceWorks 2019, where variety once again takes center stage. Kick up your heels and into the holiday season by joining us for new original dances by students and faculty choreographers."Friday, December 6, 4:30-8 p.m.
Julefest 2019, Knife River Recreation Council, 199 Alger Smith Road, Knife River
4:30-8 p.m. Outdoor Market with foods and unique, hand-made gifts by local artisans
5 p.m. Julefest Food Experience catered by New Scenic Cafe: Serving starts at 5 p.m. in the Gnome Dome: Swedish Meatballs & gravy, potatoes, peas, rye bread, lingonberries, warm ginger bread, hot apple cider and juice boxes. * Cash bar * Featuring Castle Danger Brewery Julebiers * Music * by THUGS - Two Harbors Ukulele Group * Silent Auction of juried artisan wares will support the recreational programs of the Knife River Recreation Council.
Cost: $15 per adult (13 and up), Cover charge of $5.00 if not having dinner; FREE for 12 and under. No advance tickets this year. Purchase tickets at the door."
Friday, December 6, 6-8 p.m.
Art at Dovetail & Duluth Folk School: Snow and Ice, Duluth Folk School, 1917 W. Superior Street
"Through painting, photographs, and other media, we will be exploring the world of snow and ice. Art by Jordan Sundberg, Michael Anderson, Alison Aune, Bryan French, LeAnn Oman, and Tara Austin."Saturday, December 7, all day!
Small Business Saturday in Lincoln Park 2.0, Lincoln Park Craft District, 21st Avenue W. & Superior Street Area
"Make the Lincoln Park Craft District part of your holiday happenings. Buy local and discover something new and unique to give or experience. Check back for details on what our neighborhood merchants have up their sleeves for Small Business Saturday 2.0. A bonus shopping day after the big snow! Here are a few of the artsy things happening! Check HERE for the full list of events and discounts!
Local artisans in-store, 40% off sale table & samples of Headwaters Roastings coffee
11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Duluth Pottery, 1924 W. Superior Street
Duluth Pottery, 1924 W. Superior Street
Big Pot throwing demos from 1 - 4 pm!
12-6 p.m.
Duluth MakerSpace, 3001 W. Superior Street
Open House with tours, small demos and displays on upcoming projects
Saturday, December 7, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Holiday Fair and Sale, Duluth Depot, 506 Michigan Street
"The Duluth Fiber Handcrafters' Guild hosts its annual holiday fair and sale in the Great Hall of the Depot. There will be demonstrations and activities for children and adults."
Saturday, December 7, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
December 8: Barb (Grannie B) Staffon, knitted items; Patti Carlson, upcycled silverware jewelry
Saturday & Sunday, December 7 & 8, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
* An Outdoor Market with foods and unique, hand-made gifts by local artisans.
* An Indoor Market full of hand-crafted decorations for your home.
* Troll Village, across the street, with a book corner meet regional authors and illustrators and a variety of recreational exhibits and vendors.
* The Gnome Dome Visit the performance, activities and food tent for the Scandinavian Bakeri, live performers and workshops.
* Children's Activities including craft workshops, fun races and learning activities, outdoor recreation, animals, and more.
Saturday, December 7, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Biiboon (Winter) Bimaadizimin Holiday Market 2019, AICHO, Dr. Robert Powless Cultural Center, 202 W. Second Street
Saturday, December 7, 11 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Zentangle (R) Art for Kids, Duluth Public Library, Gold Room, 520 W. Superior Street
"The Duluth Public Library hosts an art event to draw intricate line patterns “one stroke at a time” using the Zentangle® method of pattern drawing. Certified Zentangle teacher Esther Piszczek teaches kids as they create beautiful art on 3.5” x 3.5” paper tiles using pen and ink. No previous drawing experience is necessary. For kids in K-5th grade. This event is free, however, registration is required."
Saturdays and Sundays, December 7-December 15, 1-5 p.m.
Saturday, December 7, 2-5 p.m.
Wabi Creations Trunk Show, 240 Misquah Road, Duluth
"Sue McClernon is hosting the 3rd Annual Trunk Show with SON Loons, Artists including Wabi Creations, Julie Zenner Pottery, Esther Piszczek Designs, and Pampered Chef. Stop by to pick up gifts, help Star of the North Maternity Home and Together for Life Northland. Enjoy friends and good food/drinks."
Sunday, December 8, 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
DYI Holiday Gift Make and Take, Mocha Moose, 523 Scenic Drive, Two Harbors
"Nothing shows you care like taking the time to make your holiday gifts and it’s a great way to save money. Come join Lydia Walker-Thoennes and Ashley Belanger and learn how to make essentia oil bath balls, drift wood mobiles and Christmas Trees, necklaces and bracelets that can also be oil diffusers if one chooses. There will also be holiday card making. Each activity will cost between $5-$10. Do them as many times as you want and as many as you want."
Monday, December 9, 6-8 p.m.
Christmas PhotoMeet at Glensheen, Glensheen Mansion & Museum, 3300 London Road
Tuesdays, December 10, 17, 24, 31, 12:30-3 p.m.
Thursday, December 12, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Holiday Art Show & Wine Tasting, Cedar Coffee Company, 1130 11th Street, Two Harbors
"We are featuring four local artists this holiday season: Helen Hartley, Shelley Getten, Brad Nelson and Eric Klepinger. Each artist is creating unique items for this one-month show for the holidays (beginning Saturday November 30). Celebrate local art and the holidays with us at this special event that will also offer wine samples of the new wines we are featuring for the season from Rootstock Winery."
"A solo exhibition of new work by Kathy McTavish. “A frayed thread”: Whether the split wires of a computer circuit board; a single line of code from a spooling cacophony of code-driven conversation; a thread of cello or wind in a digital fugue; one out of hundreds of layers of digital shapes - scrolling on monitors and through projections (grey, then black, then blue, red, yellow); a circle stitched into fabric and batting and pooled chording; the tied ends of a loom-woven shawl/covering/scroll – this is the metaphor that unites and runs through the body of Kathy McTavish’s multi-layered trans/media installations." Artist Talk: Saturday, January 25, 2020, 2 p.m.; On View: through February 29, 2020
Sunday, December 15, 3 p.m.
Neighbor-Made Art & Gift Fair, Concordia Lutheran Church, 2501 Woodland Avenue
Sunday, December 29, 5 p.m.
October 23-December 29
Renascence, Thirsty Pagan Brewing, 1615 Winter Street, Superior, WI
"Renascence is an exhibition of artworks by Lynn Zsidov- Steiner. This exhibit is part of the Going Postal, Art and Music Festival."
"The concept of this exhibit was Inspired by an image that was sent to us via Instagram of a little girl named Lula, holding our “Be a Warrior” poster. Her mom had gifted Lula the poster, and shared with us that Lula had embraced the concept of being a warrior ever since discovering that that was the meaning of her name. We found that moment - seeing how our artwork had connected with her - priceless. The photos in the exhibit are snapshots....moments in time that try to capture the feeling behind the words in the artwork and they are in the hands of people whom we either worked collaboratively with to create the final print, or who embody its meaning."
Saturday, December 7, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Get It Local Art & Gift Fair, Peace Church, 1111 N. 11th Avenue E.
"Duluth and Superior artisans and organizations. A really local fair with cool items - and a variety of things for sale."
"Duluth and Superior artisans and organizations. A really local fair with cool items - and a variety of things for sale."
Saturday & Sunday, December 7 & 8, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Nice Girls of the North Special Holiday Market, Lakeside Lester Park Community Center (the former Lakeside Library), 106 N. 54th Ave. East
"Free coffee, cookies, and a friendly atmosphere await while you browse a collection of handcrafted clothing and bags, pottery, jewelry, stained glass, photography, personal care products, baby items and much more. One central checkout, most major credit cards accepted."
Guest Artists:
December 7: Stephanie Kopp, paint pour art; Anita Campbell, jewelry; Lanora Organics, natural body care products
December 8: Barb (Grannie B) Staffon, knitted items; Patti Carlson, upcycled silverware jewelry
Saturday & Sunday, December 7 & 8, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Julebyen 2019, 199 Alger Smith Road, Knife River
"Julebyen (pronounced YOOL-eh-BE-en) means "Christmas Village". It is a centuries-old Scandinavian and German tradition celebrated with ethnic foods, crafts, holiday decorations, and music. This December, Knife River (a fishing village of the North Shore of Lake Superior just north of Duluth) is home to an authentic, and unique Julebyen fest.
* An Outdoor Market with foods and unique, hand-made gifts by local artisans.
* An Indoor Market full of hand-crafted decorations for your home.
* Troll Village, across the street, with a book corner meet regional authors and illustrators and a variety of recreational exhibits and vendors.
* The Gnome Dome Visit the performance, activities and food tent for the Scandinavian Bakeri, live performers and workshops.
* Children's Activities including craft workshops, fun races and learning activities, outdoor recreation, animals, and more.
Full Schedule. Service animals only please. Free Admission. You can drive or take the train! Secure parking lots available ($5 suggested donation).
Saturday, December 7, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Biiboon (Winter) Bimaadizimin Holiday Market 2019, AICHO, Dr. Robert Powless Cultural Center, 202 W. Second Street
"The American Indian Community Housing Organization’s seventh annual holiday sale supports native and local artists and entrepreneurs.This year’s event celebrates the grand opening of the Indigenous First Art and Gift Shop expansion and holiday market.
"Indigenous vendors will be selling handmade holiday gifts, beadwork, Indigenous foods, textile goods, art prints, books, original artwork, pottery and more. There will also be family activities such has screen printing and art and craft designs. Inside the gift shop there will be new original pieces of art, black ash baskets, beads and authors signing books."
"Indigenous vendors will be selling handmade holiday gifts, beadwork, Indigenous foods, textile goods, art prints, books, original artwork, pottery and more. There will also be family activities such has screen printing and art and craft designs. Inside the gift shop there will be new original pieces of art, black ash baskets, beads and authors signing books."
Saturday & Sunday, December 7 & 8, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Duluth Winter Village, Glensheen Mansion & Museum, 3300 London Road
Duluth Winter Village, Glensheen Mansion & Museum, 3300 London Road
"Duluth Loves Local presents the fourth annual Duluth Winter Village, a two-day outdoor winter market on the historic Glensheen grounds. There will be local vendors selling holiday gifts out of more than 40 wooden cabins, plus food, beer, carol singers, live animals, children’s activities, campfires by the lake, s’mores and more. All parking is off site. See Parking Information Here."
Saturday, December 7, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Sunday, December 8, 12-5 p.m.
Saturday, December 14, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Christkindlmarket 2019, Broadway Community Gardens, Corner of Hammond Avenue & Broadway Street, Superior, WI
"Enjoy the festive atmosphere around the bonfire with cookies and apple cider. Perhaps you will find a gift from the Northland or Germany for your special someone from one of the many vendors. Santa and his elf Niki will be there, too!"
Saturday & Sunday, December 7 & 8, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Saturday, December 7, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Sunday, December 8, 12-5 p.m.
Saturday, December 14, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Christkindlmarket 2019, Broadway Community Gardens, Corner of Hammond Avenue & Broadway Street, Superior, WI
"Enjoy the festive atmosphere around the bonfire with cookies and apple cider. Perhaps you will find a gift from the Northland or Germany for your special someone from one of the many vendors. Santa and his elf Niki will be there, too!"
Saturday & Sunday, December 7 & 8, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday, December 14 & 15, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Warrior Printress & Friends - Ho, HO, Holiday Pop-Up, Zeitgeist Arts, 222 E. Superior Street
Warrior Printress & Friends - Ho, HO, Holiday Pop-Up, Zeitgeist Arts, 222 E. Superior Street
"Join Warrior Printress (letterpress) and these Local Artisans for a festive Holiday POPUP Sale:
Chris Monroe (books + posters); Ann Klefstead (drawings)
Chris Monroe (books + posters); Ann Klefstead (drawings)
Kirsten Aune (fabric); Blackbird Revolt (branding / media design)
Liz James (ceramics); Kym Young (cookies)
Missy Polster (Artisan Breads); Karen Savage (paintings)
Naomi Christenson (paintings + fabric); Danelle Petersen (design)
Halee Schlangen (jewelry); Carly Jandl (earrings + paintings)
Abby Schafer (Wrapped rock jewlery); Angie Frank (Ron for your life)
Liz James (ceramics); Kym Young (cookies)
Missy Polster (Artisan Breads); Karen Savage (paintings)
Naomi Christenson (paintings + fabric); Danelle Petersen (design)
Halee Schlangen (jewelry); Carly Jandl (earrings + paintings)
Abby Schafer (Wrapped rock jewlery); Angie Frank (Ron for your life)
Zentangle (R) Art for Kids, Duluth Public Library, Gold Room, 520 W. Superior Street
"The Duluth Public Library hosts an art event to draw intricate line patterns “one stroke at a time” using the Zentangle® method of pattern drawing. Certified Zentangle teacher Esther Piszczek teaches kids as they create beautiful art on 3.5” x 3.5” paper tiles using pen and ink. No previous drawing experience is necessary. For kids in K-5th grade. This event is free, however, registration is required."
Saturdays and Sundays, December 7-December 15, 1-5 p.m.
Pepperkakebyen Gingerbread City Events, Nordic Center, 23 N. Lake Avenue
"Hosted by the Nordic Center, the Sons of Norway Norton Lodge, and the UMD art education students. This community event is open to everyone! View the village, make crafts, and participate in a Nordic-Minnesota annual winter celebration. Suggested donation of $5.00." [Note: My husband and I both decorated ginger bread houses this year. Can you find them?]
"Hosted by the Nordic Center, the Sons of Norway Norton Lodge, and the UMD art education students. This community event is open to everyone! View the village, make crafts, and participate in a Nordic-Minnesota annual winter celebration. Suggested donation of $5.00." [Note: My husband and I both decorated ginger bread houses this year. Can you find them?]
Saturday, December 7, 2-5 p.m.
Wabi Creations Trunk Show, 240 Misquah Road, Duluth
"Sue McClernon is hosting the 3rd Annual Trunk Show with SON Loons, Artists including Wabi Creations, Julie Zenner Pottery, Esther Piszczek Designs, and Pampered Chef. Stop by to pick up gifts, help Star of the North Maternity Home and Together for Life Northland. Enjoy friends and good food/drinks."
Saturday, December 7, 3-4 p.m.
Novel Writing Wrap-Up, Duluth Public Library, Gold Room, 520 W. Superior Street
"You did it! So how is that manuscript? Rough and done is better than nothing - now it's time to refine what you've written and look ahead to the next steps. Gather with other writers who took part in National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) for a moderated but informal workshop that will include a chance to share snippets of your work. Event Type(s): Performance/Presentation; Age Group(s): Adults, Seniors"
Novel Writing Wrap-Up, Duluth Public Library, Gold Room, 520 W. Superior Street
"You did it! So how is that manuscript? Rough and done is better than nothing - now it's time to refine what you've written and look ahead to the next steps. Gather with other writers who took part in National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) for a moderated but informal workshop that will include a chance to share snippets of your work. Event Type(s): Performance/Presentation; Age Group(s): Adults, Seniors"
Sunday, December 8, 1-3 p.m.
SunFUNday! Art for Children of All Ages: Pepperkakebyen Prints ~ Gingerbread Greeting Cards & Wrapping Paper, The Nordic Center, 23 N. Lake Avenue
"Join art professor Alison Aune, her UMD art education students, and special guests. Pre-Registration is encouraged! Admission: $5 suggested donation; Contact: Alison Aune, aaune@d.umn.edu, with questions and pre-registration information.
DYI Holiday Gift Make and Take, Mocha Moose, 523 Scenic Drive, Two Harbors
"Nothing shows you care like taking the time to make your holiday gifts and it’s a great way to save money. Come join Lydia Walker-Thoennes and Ashley Belanger and learn how to make essentia oil bath balls, drift wood mobiles and Christmas Trees, necklaces and bracelets that can also be oil diffusers if one chooses. There will also be holiday card making. Each activity will cost between $5-$10. Do them as many times as you want and as many as you want."
Christmas PhotoMeet at Glensheen, Glensheen Mansion & Museum, 3300 London Road
"Explore 25+ Christmas trees, hundreds of feet of garland and maybe snap a picture of a hidden elf or two. The mansion will be open for you to explore and capture our 25+ Christmas Trees, hundreds of feet of garland. This is the same night as the Spirit of the Lights Sneak Peek event.
"This event is for
local photographers, Glensheen members, VIPs, and volunteers of past Spirit of the Lights events. A prize for the Best Photo will be awarded! The best photo will win a Glensheen Candlelight Tour for two and a one night stay at a local hotel. To obtain an estimated number of people attending this event, we are asking that guests coming for the PhotoMeet portion RSVP by sending Marketing Manager, Jane Pederson, an email at janeped@d.umn.edu."
Mondays, December 9 & 16, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Zentangle (R) Pattern Drawing Meets Origami: Tangled and Folded with Esther Piszczek, certified z e n t a n g l e teacher, Lincoln Park Community School, 3215 West Third Street
In the first class, we will draw patterns on a 3.5" square paper tile using pen, ink, and pencil shading. I will then use basic graphic design to turn your tile into a seamless repeat and print it creating your very own custom origami paper. In the second class, we will fold the paper into pretty origami flowers or stars and create lovely, unique origami ornaments. Class Limit: 10; Class Cost: $40; Supply cost: $5; Register online HERE or contact Erin Bates, Coordinator, at 218-336-8760 x 5 or email: erin.bates@isd709.orgZentangle (R) Pattern Drawing Meets Origami: Tangled and Folded with Esther Piszczek, certified z e n t a n g l e teacher, Lincoln Park Community School, 3215 West Third Street
Mondays, December 9, 16, 23, 30, 5:30 p.m.
Tangling Mondays, Mount Royal Library, 105 Mount Royal Shopping CircleThis group meets in the the old Yarn Harbor space, which was taken over by the library awhile back (on the left when you walk in). It is open to anyone, but primarily focused on pattern drawing. Bring your supplies and something you want to finish or start. No instruction, no fee, no organization. It's wonderful to tangle together, if schedules align, and lovely to tangle alone. If you find yourself alone, no worries, another Monday is right around the corner. Enjoy!
Tuesdays, December 10, 17, 24, 31, 12:30-3 p.m.
The Duluth Art Institute offers a regular Tuesday open art-studio session at the Depot. People of all abilities practicing all artistic mediums are invited to bring their own supplies and join the weekly group. Cost: $5 plus a DAI membership (first session is free).
Tuesday, December 10, 6-8 p.m.
Celtic Song Circle, Wussow's Concert Cafe, 324 N. Central Avenue
"Musicians of all ages are invited to bring their instruments and voices to perform in a song circle, playing Celtic tunes and other classics."
Wednesday, December 11, 6:30-9:00 p.m.
Come experience the fun and relaxation of drawing simple, repetitive line patterns with pen and ink and pencil shading. No previous drawing experience necessary. Class Cost: $35; Supplies: $10 (or use supplies provided without additional cost). RSVP to episzczek@gmail.com. Seats are limited.
You can read about one student's experience here: Local Art Seen: First Lesson in Zentangle with Esther Piszczek, by Ed Newman, Ennyman's Territory, August 18, 2019.
Thursday, December 12, 1-2 p.m.
Social Knitting Group, Mount Royal Library, Blue Room, 105 Mount Royal Shopping Circle
"This group is open to all who love to knit or crochet. All skill levels are welcome."
Thursday, December 12, 2 p.m.
Community Felt Rug Unveiling, Duluth Public Library, West, 5830 Grand Avenue
Come join felt artist Mary Reichert for the unveiling of a 6'x7' felted rug created by many hands and feet over several Duluth Art Institute class sessions, as well as a weekend of stomping on the rug to felt it at Duluth Folk School. There will be cookies, hot cocoa or cider, and story telling, too!
Holiday Art Show & Wine Tasting, Cedar Coffee Company, 1130 11th Street, Two Harbors
"We are featuring four local artists this holiday season: Helen Hartley, Shelley Getten, Brad Nelson and Eric Klepinger. Each artist is creating unique items for this one-month show for the holidays (beginning Saturday November 30). Celebrate local art and the holidays with us at this special event that will also offer wine samples of the new wines we are featuring for the season from Rootstock Winery."
Friday, December 13, 5-8 p.m.
Downtown Duluth Arts Walk, Duluth Fine Pianos, 331 W. Superior Street (next to Starbucks!)
My framed work on paper, glass, mirrors, and clay decorates the walls of Duluth Fine Pianos. Come out to see the art, or just say hi! Duluth Fine Pianos is participating in the Downtown Duluth Arts Collective's night of art and entertainment, featuring Downtown Duluth art galleries, eateries, bars and performance venues. Email manager@josephneasegallery.com or call 218-461-8380 for more information. Downtown Duluth Arts Walk Google Map [Note: JAZZ@DFP (& ART, too, returns Friday, January 17!]
Friday, December 13, 5-8 p.m.
Art Opening: count. map. pulse. breathe., Joseph Nease Gallery, 23 W. 1st Street"A solo exhibition of new work by Kathy McTavish. “A frayed thread”: Whether the split wires of a computer circuit board; a single line of code from a spooling cacophony of code-driven conversation; a thread of cello or wind in a digital fugue; one out of hundreds of layers of digital shapes - scrolling on monitors and through projections (grey, then black, then blue, red, yellow); a circle stitched into fabric and batting and pooled chording; the tied ends of a loom-woven shawl/covering/scroll – this is the metaphor that unites and runs through the body of Kathy McTavish’s multi-layered trans/media installations." Artist Talk: Saturday, January 25, 2020, 2 p.m.; On View: through February 29, 2020
Friday & Saturday, December 13 & 14, 7 p.m.
Minnesota Ballet's The Nutcracker, DECC, Symphony Hall, 350 Harbor Drive
"The Minnesota Ballet’s annual production of the holiday favorite, featuring battling soldiers, mouse warriors, whirling snowflakes, the captivating Sugar Plum Fairy, dramatic dancers from exotic lands, waltzing flowers and more. Created by Allen Fields, the production is accompanied live by the Minnesota Ballet Orchestra, with vocal accompaniment by the Lake Superior Youth Chorus. Tickets: 218-529-3742."
Saturday, December 14, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
RSI Holiday Marketplace, Residential Services, Inc., 2900 Piedmont Avenue
"Hand-crafted goods including those made by people receiving services at RSI will be sold. Goods include hats, socks, coffee cups, travel mugs and artwork. Flea market items will also be sold."
Saturday, December 14, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
"Local-made items make the best gifts. Jewelry, sewn items, books, soap, pottery, and more."
Saturday, December 14, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Nice Girls of the North 2nd Saturday Marketplace, Lakeside Lester Park Community Center (the former Lakeside Library), 106 N. 54th Ave. East
"Free coffee, cookies, and a friendly atmosphere await while you browse a collection of handcrafted clothing and bags, pottery, jewelry, stained glass, photography, personal care products, baby items and much more. One central checkout, most major credit cards accepted." Guest Artists: Jenny Koczur of Jen of All Trades, everything upcycled; Jill Hoffman, Wood bowls and turned items
Saturday, December 14, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Saturdays & Sundays, December 14 & 15, 21 & 22
Clare Cooley's Open Studios, Emerald Lady, 2219 E. Superior Street
Enter the artistic world of Clare Cooley as this talented local artist invites you into her home turned art museum including "posters, fine-art cards, stationary, prints and original art will be available, along with Bodhi’s homemade cookies and videos." Come for the art, stay for cookies, tea, and conversation! "Attendees will be entered into a raffle for prizes."
Craft District Holiday Market, Lincoln Park, 21st Avenue W. & Superior Street
"Businesses in the Lincoln Park Craft District host over 100 artists and vendors in a holiday pop-up market. Locations include Duluth Pottery, DLH Clothing, Duluth Folk School, Flora North, Liila Boutique, Hemlocks Leather Goods, Two Loons Gifts and Love Creamery."Saturdays & Sundays, December 14 & 15, 21 & 22
Clare Cooley's Open Studios, Emerald Lady, 2219 E. Superior Street
Enter the artistic world of Clare Cooley as this talented local artist invites you into her home turned art museum including "posters, fine-art cards, stationary, prints and original art will be available, along with Bodhi’s homemade cookies and videos." Come for the art, stay for cookies, tea, and conversation! "Attendees will be entered into a raffle for prizes."
Sunday, December 15, 1-5 p.m.
Pepperkakebyen Gingerbread City Events, Nordic Center, 23 N. Lake Avenue
Gingerbread house pick-up time!
Wednesday, December 18, 5-7 p.m.
Pepperkakebyen Gingerbread City Events, Nordic Center, 23 N. Lake Avenue
Gingerbread house pick-up time!
Wednesday, December 18, 5-7 p.m.
Dan Edmunds Artist Reception, Blue Cross Blue Shield Duluth Retail Center, 425 West Superior Street
Thursday, December 19, 3-4 p.m.
Crafternoons for Kids, Blue Room, Mount Royal Branch Library, 105 Mount Royal Shopping Circle
"Drop in for a fun make-and-take craft project. No experience or sign-up required. Age Group(s): Preschool, Kids, Tweens"
"Drop in for a fun make-and-take craft project. No experience or sign-up required. Age Group(s): Preschool, Kids, Tweens"
Sunday, December 29, 5 p.m.
"A gathering for beer drinking and hymn singing on the last Sunday of every month."
Art on View:
October 23-December 29
Renascence, Thirsty Pagan Brewing, 1615 Winter Street, Superior, WI
"Renascence is an exhibition of artworks by Lynn Zsidov- Steiner. This exhibit is part of the Going Postal, Art and Music Festival."
December 2-31
Be A Warrior, Zeitgeist Arts Atrium, 222 E. Superior Street
"Warrior Printress Letterpress & Design co-owners Janelle Miller and Stacie Renne present their Be A Warrior letterpress/art exhibit, which as three threads running through it: 1. Joy and Love; 2. Advocacy and Activism; 3. Collaboration and Community."The concept of this exhibit was Inspired by an image that was sent to us via Instagram of a little girl named Lula, holding our “Be a Warrior” poster. Her mom had gifted Lula the poster, and shared with us that Lula had embraced the concept of being a warrior ever since discovering that that was the meaning of her name. We found that moment - seeing how our artwork had connected with her - priceless. The photos in the exhibit are snapshots....moments in time that try to capture the feeling behind the words in the artwork and they are in the hands of people whom we either worked collaboratively with to create the final print, or who embody its meaning."
October-December
October-December
Jean DeRider, Unitarian Universalist Church, 835 W. College Street
September 17-January 2
"The exhibit consists of ten photographs created by Native American youth and is part of the Seven Teachings series representing the Anishinaabe Seven Grandfather Teachings: Wisdom, love, respect, bravery, honesty, humility, and truth. AICHO hosted a five-day photography and digital storytelling workshop for Native American youth which allowed the kids to access traditional culture through a modern medium, resulting in the vibrant exhibit which is on display through mid-January."
December 18-January 2020
December 13-February 29, 2020
count. map. pulse. breathe., Joseph Nease Gallery, 23 W. 1st Street
"A solo exhibition of new work by Kathy McTavish. “A frayed thread”: Whether the split wires of a computer circuit board; a single line of code from a spooling cacophony of code-driven conversation; a thread of cello or wind in a digital fugue; one out of hundreds of layers of digital shapes - scrolling on monitors and through projections (grey, then black, then blue, red, yellow); a circle stitched into fabric and batting and pooled chording; the tied ends of a loom-woven shawl/covering/scroll – this is the metaphor that unites and runs through the body of Kathy McTavish’s multi-layered trans/media installations." Artist Talk: Saturday, January 25, 2020, 2 p.m.
Our Neighbors: Exhibiting Artists from CHOICE, unlimited, City Hall Rotunda, 411 W. 1st Street
"CHOICE, unlimited serves adults with developmental disabilities, opening doors to employment and opportunity to people in our community. Their programming includes a studio class in visual arts and we are excited to showcase a selection of their work in our ongoing partnership with the City of Duluth. Participants experiment with a variety of mediums and styles to explore their talents and develop individual expression. Techniques like soft pastel, collage and watercolor reveal studies in organic shapes, typography, and color composition. The weekly classes empower artist to make informed choices in their creative work by bringing awareness to personal values, identifying emotions and generating symbolism."
October-December
Jean DeRider, Unitarian Universalist Church, 835 W. College Street
Acrylic landscape painter Jean DeRider's solo show.
September 17-January 2
Minnesota Black Fine Art Show, John Steffl Gallery, Duluth Art Institute, 506 W. Michigan Street"Established and emerging Minnesota artists of African descent exhibit their work in this juried traveling show. Work on view includes fiber, mixed media, photography, graphic design and painting. Minnesotan artists Kprecia Ambers, Eyenga Bokamba, Christopher E. Harrison, Bill Jeter, Antwon Key, Theoneste Munyemana, and Carl Wesley join locals Carla Hamilton, Teressa Moses, and Ivy Vainio.”
October 14-January 10
For the Love of Trees, Zeitgeist Arts Cafe, 222 E. Superior Street
View painter and local artist Sue Rauschenfels' solo show as she honors her love of trees through artistic expression. "We have all heard the science as to why trees are life. But beyond that, trees have the power to impact people positively socially and mentally. Trees calm and rejuvenate our senses and refresh our souls in healing ways. I’ve painted a series of trees I hope will stir these senses when viewing." Sue Rauschenfels
November 2019-mid-January 2020
Through Our Eyes: A collaboration with AICHO, various artists, Duluth Public Library, 2nd Floor, Computer Center, 520 W. Superior Street"The exhibit consists of ten photographs created by Native American youth and is part of the Seven Teachings series representing the Anishinaabe Seven Grandfather Teachings: Wisdom, love, respect, bravery, honesty, humility, and truth. AICHO hosted a five-day photography and digital storytelling workshop for Native American youth which allowed the kids to access traditional culture through a modern medium, resulting in the vibrant exhibit which is on display through mid-January."
December 18-January 2020
Dan Edmunds, Blue Cross Blue Shield Duluth Retail Center, 425 West Superior Street
December 13-February 29, 2020
count. map. pulse. breathe., Joseph Nease Gallery, 23 W. 1st Street
"A solo exhibition of new work by Kathy McTavish. “A frayed thread”: Whether the split wires of a computer circuit board; a single line of code from a spooling cacophony of code-driven conversation; a thread of cello or wind in a digital fugue; one out of hundreds of layers of digital shapes - scrolling on monitors and through projections (grey, then black, then blue, red, yellow); a circle stitched into fabric and batting and pooled chording; the tied ends of a loom-woven shawl/covering/scroll – this is the metaphor that unites and runs through the body of Kathy McTavish’s multi-layered trans/media installations." Artist Talk: Saturday, January 25, 2020, 2 p.m.
Creative Education Class Opportunities in the Twin Ports!
Featured Class:
Wednesdays, December 4, 11, 18, 6-8 p.m.
Simple Garter Stitch Slippers, Yarn Harbor, 4629 E. Superior Street
"Give everyone on your list the gift of cozy slippers this year. A simple garter stitch slipper pattern knitted flat and seamed with neat crochet finishing.The pattern is written for women’s size large but the size is easily customized. You will learn decreases and a crochet finishing technique. Cost: $45 plus materials; See Materials List HERE; Instructor: Jess Poskozim"
Simple Garter Stitch Slippers, Yarn Harbor, 4629 E. Superior Street
"Give everyone on your list the gift of cozy slippers this year. A simple garter stitch slipper pattern knitted flat and seamed with neat crochet finishing.The pattern is written for women’s size large but the size is easily customized. You will learn decreases and a crochet finishing technique. Cost: $45 plus materials; See Materials List HERE; Instructor: Jess Poskozim"
Learn a Tangle!
Dalaflow, created by Canadien tangler Judy Murphy, is a pretty, stand-alone or band tangle with many options for creative variation. Click the link to learn how to draw this tangle line-by-line. Add some simple shading or a touch of color and use it to decorate envelopes, birthday cards, and bills. You can learn how to draw this tangle and many more on Linda Farmer's, CZT, blog at tanglepatterns.com.
Book & Film
Book & Film
Patterned Peace, by Esther Piszczek, CZT, published by Whole Person Associates, Duluth. Available on Amazon.com and Duluth Fine Pianos. Original, hand-drawn artwork ready to color. Includes full pattern index.
Life & Art Entangled, a 17 minute art documentary created by Lola Visuals featuring Zentangle (R) inspired artwork on a piano created by fine-line pattern artist Esther Piszczek, CZT, and the improvisational jazz piano music of Peter Brown. Life & Art Entangled debuted at the 2016 Duluth Superior Film Festival. Watch at YouTube.com.
Zenith News, E.P. Designs, is a semi-regular Zentangle (R) inspired art feature that appeared in this newspaper and is now available online.
Where to find more local art events and profiles: Ed Newman's blog: Ennyman's Territory.
Connect with me on Facebook and stay updated on my classes/events, HERE!
Thank you to Ed Newman, Perfect Duluth Day, and all others who contribute to this list.
Places to find my art in the Twin Ports:
Duluth Fine Pianos, 331 W. Superior Street (next to Starbucks)
Master Framing Gallery, 1431 London Road, Duluth
And, a huge thank you to Brian Barber of Perfect Duluth Day for featuring my artwork in January: Perfect Duluth Day Selective Focus: Esther Piszczek
And, a huge thank you to Brian Barber of Perfect Duluth Day for featuring my artwork in January: Perfect Duluth Day Selective Focus: Esther Piszczek
Zenith News, E.P. Designs, is a semi-regular Zentangle (R) inspired art feature that appeared in this newspaper and is now available online.
Where to find more local art events and profiles: Ed Newman's blog: Ennyman's Territory.
Connect with me on Facebook and stay updated on my classes/events, HERE!
Thank you to Ed Newman, Perfect Duluth Day, and all others who contribute to this list.