Art in May!

Happy May! Two of Duluth's fan favorites are back! Homegrown Music Festival will start the month and the Duluth Dylan Festival will end it. Both events will be virtual with many talented musicians sharing their love of music. A craft fair in Cloquet, an opera in Superior (also virtual and free), and many other fun events round out the month. Scroll down for details and links!

Community Survey!
Zeitgeist Arts Cafe is seeking community feedback that will influence what it looks like when it reopens. Let your voice be heard and take the survey: zeitgeistarts.com/restaurant

Need a Face Mask?
Mask Force, by Zeitgeist Arts
Buy a Mask / Donate a Mask: "The Zeitgeist Community Mask Force Program allows people who are financially able to purchase masks, while providing mask donations to local organizations using a “buy one, give one” model. The makers are using the mask pattern recommended by Essentia Health, employing a variety of fabrics to keep up with demand. All masks are reusable and machine-washable. A children’s size is also available. 
"Donations are headed to local organizations such as the Damiano Center and the American Indian Community Housing Organization. 

Draw with me in May!
Mondays, May 3, 10, 17, 6-8:30 p.m.
Zentangle on Zoom!

Wednesdays, May 5 & 19, 6-8:30 p.m.
Zentangle on Zoom! Foundations

Wednesday, May 12, 6:30-9 p.m.

Save the Date!
Monday, June 7, 6-8:30 p.m.
Zentangle (R) Pattern Drawing, an introduction, with Esther Piszczek, CZT
Duluth Community Education, on Zoom! Click link for class description and registration details.

Details on all events, and more, below!
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All events are listed in chronological order, where possible. Click on colored text throughout to link to more information.

Friday, April 30, 7:30 p.m.
Bare, UMD Theatre, Free Virtual Event
"A UMD Theatre online presentation. Students at a Catholic boarding school struggle with issues of sexuality and personal identity as they search for answers from the church, their peers and, ultimately, from within themselves. A coming-of-age theatrical musical. To view the stream visit z.umn.edu/umdtheatreevents"

Friday & Saturday, April 30-May 1, 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, May 2, 2 p.m.
Dancing Queens: The Music of ABBA's Mamma Mia, Norshor Theater, 211 E. Superior Street
"The Duluth Playhouse welcomes audiences back inside the NorShor Theatre for Dancing Queens: The Music of ABBA’s Mamma Mia, its first performance after being closed for more than a year due to the pandemic.

"Headlining and reprising their roles are Jen Burleigh-Bentz, Vicki Fingalson and Tanya Moore in this hour-long tribute concert that will treat audiences to favorite ABBA songs, memories from the NorShor’s inaugural production and a surprise guest. Covid-19 precautions are being taken. Masks are required. Tickets: $30-$35

Saturday, May 1, 9-4 p.m.
All Handmade Craft Show, Two Locations: Cloquet Armory, 801 Highway 33 South, Cloquet & Pine Tree Plaza at Super, 707 Highway 33 South, Cloquet
"We are excited to have our Spring show! 73 booths in 2 locations! Come and see wonderful products, have a terrific lunch and make a day of it!"

Saturday, May 1- 15, multiple time slots available
Design Your Own Hummingbird Feeder, Lake Superior Art Glass, 357 Canal Park Drive
"Customize a blown-glass hummingbird feeder by choosing size, colors and color manipulations. Work with artists on the design and then professional glassblowers will create the feeder. Many time slots available from May 1-15."

Sunday, May 2-9, times vary
Homegrown Music Festival, Free Virtual Event
"The 23rd annual Homegrown Music Festival runs May 2-9. Due to COVID-19, the festival will be held online this year. The schedule on opening day is as below, very much subject to change. To watch events on Homegrown’s YouTube channel visit youtube.com/c/duluthhomegrown. There is no cost to view the material, but donations are being accepted on GoFundMe."

11 a.m. | Unofficial Homegrown Music Festival Scavenger Hunt Begins
Scavenger hunt organizer Kala Moria calls upon local music fans to make teams and compete in a variety of challenges from shotgunning a beer to picking up garbage. Participants post their accomplishments on the Facebook event page throughout the week and Moria judges, awards points and announces the winner at the end of the festival.

Noon | Children’s Music Showcase
Music on the Homegrown YouTube channel begins with songs for youngsters — some of it by youngsters. The list of performers includes Dan the Monkey Man singing a new song titled “I Got a Good Dog,” Chase and Haven Andersen playing an original jazz composition titled “Green Jim,” the Isolation Band singing “Couch Potato,” Jagger Ripley-Jaakola singing “The Water Song” in a video created by Off the Reservation Productions, and Born Too Late performing an acoustic version of “Rebel Child.” There will also be a clip of Brian Barber’s latest video doodle, Chris Monroe will read from her new book Monkey with a Toolbelt Blasts Off, and WDSE-TV’s Making it Up North provides a segment about the Duluth Music Resource Center. The showcase also includes interviews with students from the local chapter of Beatz by Girls, an electronic music production class taught by Shaunna Heckman. Students Maggie, Margot, Nora and Joslyn will share music.

4 p.m. | Mayor’s Reception
Duluth Mayor Emily Larson is expected to read the official mayoral proclamation via the internet this year. Hoops Brewing is releasing a special Homegrown beer — Emily’s Extra IPA — and will screen Homegrown YouTube broadcasts.

6 p.m. | The Local Show Goes Duluth
The Current, Minnesota Public Radio’s Twin Cities-based music station, is changing its programming for Homegrown’s opening night. Brittany Lind, host of The Duluth Local Show is taking over the Minnesota-music-focused program The Local Show to showcase three hours of Duluth tunes. The Current can be heard in Duluth on 104.3 and 90.9 FM.

6 p.m. | Livestreams from 2104
Independent of Homegrown, Rich Narum is presenting livestream concerts from his living room throughout the week. Sunday’s performers are Kaylee Matuszak at 6pm, Bill Flannagan at 7 and Sugar on the Roof at 8. To watch the livestream visit youtube.com/user/duluthiscool.

7 p.m. | MN Music Summit Livestream
The Minnesota Music Coalition’s 2021 State of Minnesota Music Summit allows musicians, music industry representatives and fans to come together as a statewide community and discuss the state of the industry. The two-day summit features a livestream concert on Sunday from Sacred Heart Music Center in Duluth featuring local acts Cory Coffman, Superior Siren and AfroGeode. For more information and to register for the summit visit mnmusicsummit.org.

Mondays, May 3, 10, & 17, 5:30 p.m.
"Award-winning plein air oil painter Matt Kania teaches you to experience Duluth in a new way. Learn the fundamentals of observation, composition, color mixing, and working under variable weather conditions as you paint en plein air (a French expression meaning “in the open air” referring to the process of painting outside and on location). Each class will take place at a different Duluth location hand selected by Kania. Classes will consist of group demonstrations and one-on-one instruction. This class is structured for beginners and intermediate students. Supplies not included. Click link for Supply List. Cost:$80 (DAI Member); $100 (non-member)"

Mondays, May 3, 10, 17, 6-8:30 p.m.
Zentangle on Zoom! with certified Zentangle (R) teacher Esther Piszczek
A more advanced class for those with some experience with the Zentangle method of pattern drawing or who just want to go for it. RSVP required the Friday prior to each class. Class limited to 8 screens. Zoom link will be sent out on the day of class to all registered students.
Cost: Financial Ability: $15-$40; Financial Strain: $0-$15; Click link for a secure donation/payment option PayPal.Me/eternalpossibility

May 5, 12 p.m.
Art is Everywhere with Jordan Sundberg, Free Virtual Event
"Jordan Sundberg of Tin Cup Design discusses the inspiration and process behind her work. Attendees can walk through Sundberg’s creative process and hear about how she gathers inspiration from traversing the world. This discussion will include some artistic exercises and a Q&A portion. This event is part of a series created for Bus, Bike, Walk Month 2021."

Wednesdays, May 5, 19, 6-8:30 p.m.
Zentangle on Zoom! Foundations with certified Zentangle (R) teacher Esther Piszczek
For those who are new to the Zentangle method of pattern drawing or who would like to explore the foundations of this method in more detail or who just love to draw on Wednesdays. RSVP required the Monday prior to each class. Class limited to 8 screens. Zoom link will be sent out on the day of class to all registered students.
Cost: Financial Ability: $15-$40; Financial Strain: $0-$15; Click link for a secure payment option PayPal.Me/eternalpossibility

Thursday, May 6, 7:30 p.m.
Die Fledermaus, Free Virtual Event
"University of Wisconsin-Superior’s Music and Theatre Departments collaborate to present the operetta Die Fledermaus. The free online performance, directed by Vicki Fingalson, will debut at 7:30 p.m. May 6 and be available for streaming until June 5.

"The operetta by Johann Strauss II is full of mistaken identities, jail-evasion, a grand party and harmless fun. To receive a video link, register at cvent.com."

Saturdays, May 8, 15, 22, 29, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Wednesdays, May 12, 19, 26, 2-5 p.m.
Duluth Farmers Market, corner of 14th Avenue East & 3rd Avenue
"The East Hillside Duluth Farmers Market is open every Saturday morning (8 a.m.-12 p.m.) and Wednesday afternoon (2-5 p.m.) from May through October. COVID-19 protocol will be in effect — see duluthfarmersmarket.com for guidelines."

Saturday, May 8, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Nice Girls of the North Second Saturday Marketplace, Masonic Lodge, 4731 Gladstone Street (Lakeside)
"At the Nice Girls of the North Second Saturday Market you'll be treated to lively music and a friendly atmosphere. Browse a collection of handcrafted clothing and bags, pottery, jewelry, stained glass, photography, personal care products, baby items and much more. Artists are on hand as personal shoppers to help you select just the right one-of a kind gift for every occasion.

"We require everyone to wear your mask properly and maintain 6 feet of social distance. We have hand sanitizer available, sanitize our baskets between customers, and monitor to maintain safe capacity numbers. As local infection rates have decreased, we are going back to our central checkout. We will have a limited number of masks for sale if you need one. This location is handicap accessible. Guest Artists: Bent Petal Welding - metal garden art
& Blue Tax - hand-made personal care products

Wednesday, May 12, 6-7 p.m.

Superior Shares, a Free, Virtual Open Mic
"Lake Superior Writers hosts this virtual open mic. Ten 5-minute reading slots are available on a first come, first served basis, with priority given to members of Lake Superior Writers. Participants will be notified ahead of time if they’ve been selected to read.

"Readers are asked to limit adult content and language. Graphic violent or sexual content is prohibited. To register, email writers @ lakesuperiorwriters.org and indicate if you’d like to read. A Zoom link will be sent the day of the event."

Wednesday, May 12, 6:30-9 p.m.
Zentangle (R) & Wine on Zoom!, with Esther Piszczek, Certified Zentangle Teacher
Stay home and draw pretty lines with me! RSVP required to me at episzczek@gmail.com by Monday, May 10, at 12 noon.
Cost: Financial Strain: $0; Financial Ability: $15-$40; Click link for a secure payment option PayPal.Me/eternalpossibility

Friday, May 14, 6-8 p.m.
Art Fundays with Scott Checkalski, Wine Beginnings/Art on the Planet
1413 Tower Ave, Superior, WI
"Join us for an Art Class including Wine, Food, Treats and Fun! This session will help you create a 16X20 canvas of the "Ship on the Horizon" theme! Groups are welcome! Must be 21 to register. (cancellation refunds subject to $10.00 service fee) Your $35.00 registration fee includes: Class lesson with step-by-step instructions; all supplies, work aprons, clean up, and refreshments. Cost: $35; Registration deadline: May 13, 4 p.m. Sign up at Wine Beginnings or Art on the Planet during regular hours; register on-line in advance, HERE; or contact Art on the Planet at artontheplanet@yahoo.com for more information."

Wednesday, May 19, 6:30 p.m.
Virtual Indigenous Film Series: The Incredible 25th Year of Mitzi Bearclaw
"The American Indian Community Housing Organization and Duluth-Superior Film Festival are partnering to present a series of four Indigenous-produced films. Filmmaker and Bois Forte Ojibwe tribal member Khayman Goodsky hosts the free Wednesday-night screenings online via Zeitgeist Zinema’s online platform.

"Local short films and post-screening discussions are also included. All films will take place on the third Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Donations will be accepted to support the filmmakers, guest speakers and presenting organizations. To register for a free ticket visit ds-ff.com/aicho.

The Incredible 25th Year of Mitzi Bearclaw
Writer/Director: Shelley Niro
"Mitzi Bearclaw turns 25 years old, and that means making big decisions for the future. Her dream to design cool hats is put on hold when she decides to move from the city back to her isolated reserve to look after her sick and bitter mother. With the reserve bully constantly at her heels and an old flame in her sights, she is grateful that her cousin is there to help her in the fight to stay sane in such a hard place to keep positive. With spirit guides and laughs along the way, join Mitzi in her battle to get her family back on the right track.

"The feature will be preceded by local short film Dream Wanderer, by Khayman Goodsky.
Dream Wanderer focuses on an Ojibwe woman who has the ability to jump into other beings’ dreams, often without her control. After being warned about the man with the red eyes from a young age, she finds herself stuck in his dreams. Not all is what it seems in dream land though."

Friday, May 21 @ 6 p.m. - Monday, May 31 @ 11:59 p.m.
Bicycle Film Festival Minneapolis #2, Virtual Event
"How does the virtual Bicycle Film Festival Minneapolis #2 work? A ticket allows you to view the 90 minute short film format from Friday May 21 at 6:00pm CT through Monday May 31 at 11:59pm CT streamed to your computer, tablet, or smart TV by simply clicking on the link provided by email 15 minutes before opening date and time. Ticket prices are “sliding scale” $10, $15, $20 so all ticket prices entitle you to the same content. You may view BFF in one sitting, or as you will, from the comfort and safety of your home.

"Bicycle Film Festival has been celebrating bicycles through art, film and music the last 20 years. The physical BFF spanned the world in over 90 cities worldwide to an audience of over one million people. The festival has an incredible history of working with the most important artists, filmmakers, venues, and institutions around the world. Hosted by Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota. A portion of all ticket sales goes to support Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota."

Saturdays, May 22 & 29, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Barker's island Farmers Market, 15 Marina Drive, Superior, WI
"Barker’s Island Farmers Market, located in the parking lot at Barker’s Island in Superior near the S.S. Meteor, is held every Saturday from May 22 to Oct. 30."

Saturday, May 22-Saturday, May 30
Duluth Dylan Festival, Free Virtual Event
"The Duluth Dylan Festival, celebrating the 80th birthday of Bob Dylan, runs May 22 to 30. Full list of daily events, streams and activities here."

Wednesday, May 26, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Superior Downtown Farmers Market, 1215 Banks Avenue, Superior, WI
"Downtown Superior’s farmers market is held every Wednesday from May 26 to Oct. 27 at 1215 Banks Ave. For more information contact Jodi at 715-394-3557."

Thursday, May 27, 5:30 p.m.
Art Fundays with Scott Checkalski, Wine Beginnings/Art on the Planet
1413 Tower Ave, Superior, WI
"Join us for an Art Class including Wine, Food, Treats and Fun! We will paint a 4 wineglass set with the "Spring Blossoms" theme! Groups are welcome! Must be 21 to register. (cancellation refunds subject to $10.00 service fee) Your $35.00 registration fee includes: Class lesson with step-by-step instructions; all supplies, work aprons, clean up, and refreshments. Cost: $35; Registration deadline: May 26, 4 p.m. Sign up at Wine Beginnings or Art on the Planet during regular hours, register online, HERE, or contact Art on the Planet at artontheplanet@yahoo.com for more information."

Friday-Sunday, May 28 & 30, June 3-6, multiple times
Finishing School, County Seat Theater, 2035 Highway 33 South (on frontage road), Cloquet
Finishing School, Comedy, By Elaine Liner
"Older gents Al and Wizzer meet on a park bench every morning to read and mock newspaper obits. Their daily rituals—shooting the bull about sports, women loved and lost and the many annoyances of aging—are suddenly shaken up by the appearance of a friendly young woman and her flirty mom. Wizzer pep-talks lonely widower Al to convince him to break out of his self-imposed “quantum of solace” and maybe find love again, while also dealing with his own fear of ending up in the memory care unit at their assisted living facility. Punctuated with true-to-life moments familiar to anyone with an aging parent or spouse, the play takes an upbeat attitude toward life after 60, 70 and beyond."
Bonus: Live & Virtual Group Art Show

Saturday, May 29, 1-4 p.m.
ADVANCED ART AFTERNOONS with Scott Checkalski, Wine Beginnings/Art on the Planet
1413 Tower Ave, Superior, WI
"Join us for an Art Class including Wine, Food, Treats and Fun! This ADVANCED session will help you create a 20x16 canvas of the "Chickadee Trio" theme! Groups are welcome! Must be 21 to register. (cancellation refunds subject to $10.00 service fee) Your $35.00 registration fee includes: Class lesson with step-by-step instructions; all supplies, work aprons, clean up, and refreshments. Cost: $40; Registration deadline: May 28, 4 p.m. Sign up at Wine Beginnings or Art on the Planet during regular hours, register online, HERE, or contact Art on the Planet at artontheplanet@yahoo.com for more information."

Ongoing Online Events
Every Friday, the Duluth Art Institute uploads a fun online activity. Activities you can download include an I-Spy game, Word Search Puzzles, and a Coloring Sheet.

DAI: Art in Bloom: Send Love. Send Art.
"Connect to your friends and loved ones by sending original art. The Duluth Art Institute offers a unique opportunity to say "I'm thinking about you." DAI Art In Bloom is here to support artists and connection to each other until we can all be together again. Peruse our list of artist's websites with work ranging $20 to $150. Consider sending stunning artwork from these beautifully curated collections. You'll be supporting artists and giving a gift that lasts forever. 100% of the profits go directly to the artists. The artist will mail the original artwork to the recipient with a special note."

In This Place, Broadcast Premiere, WDSE-TV PBS North and live streaming on pbs.org and the PBS Video App.
"From First Nation to First Generation, follow the unique origin and immigration stories of northern Minnesotans as they explore their family histories in this documentary."

Virtual Duluth (click Facebook link for a list of daily offerings from local creators)
"A place to post all the upcoming virtual events happening in Duluth by so many of our talented community members. Help us flood the web with helpful community content!" 

Zinema 2.0 Virtual Cinema
"Introducing the Zinema 2.0 virtual cinema! Though we cannot be in the theater together during this time, the Zinema remains committed to bringing you quality, thought provoking, independent film. Tune in each week to see what’s playing in one of five categories: new releases, social justice, arts, retro, and international. Your ticket purchase will directly support the Zinema, and you will have the freedom to watch on your own time. Rentals: $12 for 30 days."

Virtual Art Exhibits
February 4-October 24
Banff Mountain Film Festival - online, virtual event
"This year, bring the adventure home! Fluff up your couch cushions, grab a snack of choice, and make sure you have good internet connection, because the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour is going Virtual! Travel to the most remote corners of the world, dive into daring expeditions, and celebrate some of the most remarkable outdoor achievements, all from the comfort of your living room!" 

Chesley Antoinette: Tignon
"Artist Chesley Antoinette is the creator and designer of Cantoinette Studios where she explores wearable art and sculpture. In Tignon, she presents a collection of unique turbans, exhibiting a vast range of color, form and wrapping techniques. The headwraps are accompanied by large scale contemporary photographs and essays providing visual and written historical context to the Tignon Law. 

"The 1786 Tignon Law of Louisiana was enacted to oppress affluent women of African descent, to decrease their beauty and thereby diffuse their allure to white men. Under the administration of Governor Esteban Rodriguez Miro, women of African descent were forced to cover their hair as an effort to control them, their affluence, beauty and intelligence. However, the headwrap became a symbol of rebellion as women donned their hair with exquisite, colorful scarves, adding jewelry, ribbon and other fine material. The Tignon was and is embraced by women of African descent, proving an occasion to showcase one’s creativity and adaptability."

"Online art exhibit of new work by mixed media artist Jeffrey Kalstrom created between March 7 and September 30, 2020, and hosted by The Nordic Center of Duluth. The works on exhibit are large scale mixed media wall panels combining mythic imagery and symbolic shapes in optically dazzling patterns."

James Woodfill: CODE Practice 
CODE PRACTICE refers to a body of sculptural works created over the last year and was intended to be the subject of a solo exhibition physically installed at Joseph Nease Gallery starting this summer. The novel coronavirus instigated our shift to a virtual web-based platform for an exhibition of his recent stop frame animations and sound work HERE.

"Local filmmaker Allen Killian-Moore created this short art film as a complement to artist Tia Keobounpheng's temporary, outdoor, public art sculptural installation. UNWEAVING explores the ways tradition, culture, communities, and individuals are unwoven when we are disconnected from our foundation of ancestral history (i.e. when we don’t know our stories or when truths are suppressed or not acknowledged). A different unweaving can loosen us from perpetuating unconscious pattern behaviors, make sense of our position in the larger social fabric, and enable reweaving a more honest and equitable future. Keobounpheng is a fiscal year 2020 recipient of an Artist Initiative grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board."

Winter Virtual Film Festival, hosted by the Northouse Folk School
"Light a fire and snuggle up to some crafty films from around the world. Each week in January we offer up a selection of films from the web that may inspire and entertain."

Sign Painters
Faythe Levine & Sam Macon, 2015, 65 min
"At a time when most American cityscapes are dominated by computer created mass-produced signage, Sign Painters takes a close look at the past, present, and hopeful future of the hand painted sign industry in the USA. There is some mild language. Watch here"

The Last Ice Merchant
Sandy Patch, 2014, 14 min
"For over 50 years, Baltazar Ushca has harvested the glacial ice of Ecuador’s Mount Chimborazo. His brothers, both raised as ice merchants, have long since retired from the mountain. This is a story of cultural change and how three brothers have adapted to it. Watch here"

High Steel
Julian Biggs, 1965, 14 min
"This short documentary offers a dizzying view of the Mohawk Indians of Kahnawake who work in Manhattan erecting the steel frames of skyscrapers. Famed for their skill in working with steel, the Mohawks demonstrate their nimble abilities in the sky. As a counterbalance, the viewer is also allowed a peek at their quieter community life on the Kahnawake Reserve, in Quebec. Watch here"

On View
April 9-May 1
"Join the Nordic Center for either a virtual or in-person viewing of our new exhibition, Himmeli: From Finland to Minnesota. Masks and social distancing are required if you choose to join us in person. Virtual viewing will be available on our website." 

April 1-May 3
Adam Swanson, Duluth Art Institute, John Steffl Gallery, 506 W. Michigan Street
"Adam Swanson uses bright colors in a soft palette to build vibrant subjects. His paintings create stories that feel playful and imaginary, while the combination of wild animals with technology evokes an environmental commentary."

April 1-May 3
Clay Artists at the Duluth Art Institute, John Steffl Gallery, 506 W. Michigan Street
"Throughout the pandemic artist have continued to create new work, pushing beyond the current barriers of isolation and unrest, finding solace despite feeling thrown from normalcy. To celebrate ceramicists resiliency, tenacity, creativity and skill, the Duluth Art Institute is excited and proud to present a selection of work created by the DAI Lincoln Park Building Ceramic Artists."

April 1-May 30
Harrison Halker Heinks: The Visual Voice of Autism, Duluth Art Institute, George Morrison Gallery, 506 W. Michigan Street
"Minnesota artist Harrison Halker Heinks examines reflective surfaces in his photography. By capturing multiple planes with one image, Heinks builds an experience where viewers can simultaneously look through, at, and in front of the subject. Uniting a single image from several layers evokes emotion with Heinks who intends to express how it feels to live with autism."

Fridays in May, 4-7 p.m.
Adam Swanson: Very Small Things Surrounding Us, Zeitgeist Arts Atrium, 222 E. Superior Street
"'I’ve recently been fascinated by the amazing amount of mystery happening in the world of the very small, right outside my door,' says Swanson in his artist statement. 'These three paintings of tardigrades, feature diatoms photographed by researchers Euan Reavie and Elizabeth Alexson at the National Resources Research Institute here in northern Minnesota.' Come stop by when the bar is open from 4 to 7 on Friday evenings."

May 8-June 8
The Story of 12 Paintings by Ida Lorentzen, Virtual Exhibit, Nordic Center, Duluth
"This virtual exhibit showcases twelve paintings that were originally commissioned by the Norwegian Folk Museum. Ida Lorentzen was born in New York and lives and works on Nesoya near Oslo. She is known for her interiors, the study of light, and space that tell stories. Her work is widely recognized in the United States, Norway, and Europe."

April 1-June 1
Ann Magnusson: Personal, Duluth Art Institute, Corridor Gallery, 506 W. Michigan Street
"Painter Ann Magnusson renders portraits that capture her subject’s personalities. Meaningful expressions, genuine smiles, and active postures result in authentic portrayals. Magnusson gravitates to the stories people share, their history, and information from their everyday and treasured objects. From such investigation stems companion pieces revealing their personal space. By focusing on details and examining what people display, Magnusson builds their story."

May 28-June 6
Finishing School Group Virtual & Live Art Show, Encore Performing Arts Center and Gallery, 2035 Hwy 33, Cloquet
View this group show live or virtually. The exhibit was created by multiple local artists to complement the live and virtual comedy Finishing School, playing May 28-30 & June 2-6 LIVE SHOWS & June 4-6 – View On Demand, playing at the County Seat Theater in Cloquet. Call 218-878-0071 for tickets to the show or information on artwork.

March 26-June 26
A Warm Reset, Joseph Nease Gallery, 23 W. 1st Street
"A Warm Reset - a warm pallette, some quiet and introspective works, an easing into a better future. Includes: New and recent work by gallery and invited artists - Tara Austin, David Bowen, James Brinsfield, Cary Esser, Liz James, Matthew Kluber, Kathy McTavish, Allen Killian-Moore, and Tim White. Media: paintings, photographs, film, ceramics, digital animation, installation." Hours by Appointment Only: Thursday-Saturday, 12-4 p.m. Contact Joseph Nease Gallery for details.

Winter 2021
Transitions, Duluth Art Institute, Depot Great Hall, 506 W. Michigan Street
"Transitions is a temporary installation of work for sale. Transitions offers you the unique ability to purchase artwork without waiting the length of the exhibition to take the work home. As work is purchased, new work will transition into the space left behind, making this exhibition dynamic and ever-changing. Transitions features artists recently and currently exhibiting in the Duluth Art Institute Galleries. Artists currently represented include Shaun Chosa, Michael Dahmen, Susanna Gaunt, Kristen Kaas, Sue Rauschenfels, Alyssa Swanson, and Blair Treuer. Come see work you will love on your walls. You can also view the work in our eStore.

Learn a Tangle!
Veeze, by Canadian CZT Margaret Bremner, is an interesting zig-zag band tangle that has many options for creative fill. 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
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.

Places to find my art in the Twin Ports:
Art on the Planet, 1413 Tower Avenue, Superior (ceramics, notecards, playing cards)
Duluth Fine Pianos, 331 W. Superior Street (next to Starbucks) (full gallery)
Master Framing Gallery, 1431 London Road, Duluth (notecards) 

Thank yous!
Thank you to Ed Newman for interviewing me for this article: Zentangle goes Zoom with Esther Piszczek, by Ed Newman, Ennyman's Territory, July 4, 2020.

Thank you to Amanda Hunter at Joseph Nease Gallery who put together 59 second videos for all participating artists of the Downtown Duluth Arts Walk's first virtual tour on March 27. Here is a link to the video she made of my work.

Thank you to Brian Barber of Perfect Duluth Day for featuring my artwork in January 2019: Perfect Duluth Day Selective Focus: Esther Piszczek

Other Places To Find Art
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 on my web page, Eternal Possibility, and my Zentangle.com page, Esther Piszczek!

Thank you to Ed Newman, Perfect Duluth Day, and all others who contribute to this list.