Art in November!
Welcome, November, with your chilly winds and darkening days. Your transition to winter allows us to slow down, cuddle up, and contemplate the beauty of season's change! There are classes, fairs, art openings and more, this month. I hope you find many ways to fuel your creativity. This list is updated as new events become available throughout the month, so feel free to check back and discover what may be new! Note that some classes and events have registration deadlines. Scroll down for details and links!
Draw with me in November!
Wednesdays, November 10, 24, 6-8:30 p.m.
Mondays, November 15, 22, 29, 6-8:30 p.m.
Wednesday, November 17, 6:30-9 p.m.
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.
All events are listed in chronological order, where possible. Click on colored text throughout to link to more information.
Tuesdays, November 2, 9, & 16, 6-9 p.m.
Drawing Fundamentals with Ray Allard, Duluth Art Institute, DAI Lincoln Park Building, 2229 W. 2nd Street"Multidisciplinary artist Ray Allard teaches this casual drawing class that will focus on using different drawing tools. Ray teaches students how to manipulate pencils, pens, brushes, ink, felt brush markers, radiographs, and quill pens to create drawings that highlight student's unique creative expression. Ray will include supportive critiques and guidance, promoting the idea that drawing is fun and can be an enjoyable way to pursue art at any level.
"The class is best suited for ages 16+. Students leave with the confidence to maintain an independent drawing practice. Students should bring a sketchbook and any materials they enjoy drawing with. The DAI will provide all other supplies. Ray Allard is a cartoonist, illustrator, graphic artist, printmaker, writer, poet, filmmaker, photographer, papermaker, teacher, philosopher, and musician. His comics appear weekly in the Duluth Reader. Cost: $30 DAI Members; $35 Non-Members
"Proof of vaccination is required to participate in this class. On the first day of class students must present their vaccine card (a copy of it is okay) as well as a form of identification. Masks will be required."
Thursday, November 4, 12-12:50 p.m.
Diwali: The Indian Festival of Light, A Live Virtual Event
"Presented by Dr. Devaleena Das, Assistant Professor, UMD Studies in Justice, Culture, & Social Change - Diwali is a five-day festival celebrated by millions of Hindus, Sikhs and Jains from across the world. It often coincides with the harvest and new year celebrations and represents new beginnings and the triumph of good over evil, light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance. Dr. Das will discuss the history, preparation, symbolism and traditions of Diwali, as well as her own stories about observance of the festival. Click link above to register."Thursday, November 4, 3-4 p.m.
Crafternoon with Carrie!, Duluth Public Library, Mount Royal Branch, 105 Mount Royal Shopping Circle
"Join Carrie for an afternoon of crafting. Various projects and tons of fun! No experience is necessary. Enter the “patio” through the exterior door in the children’s area. *Note we will be outside as long as the season lets us! Programs are subject to cancellation. Event Type: Arts & Crafts; Age Group(s): Kids, Preschool, Tweens, Teen"
"Join Carrie for an afternoon of crafting. Various projects and tons of fun! No experience is necessary. Enter the “patio” through the exterior door in the children’s area. *Note we will be outside as long as the season lets us! Programs are subject to cancellation. Event Type: Arts & Crafts; Age Group(s): Kids, Preschool, Tweens, Teen"
Thursday, November 4, 5-8 p.m.
Shop & Sip, Mr. D's Bar & Grill, 5526 Grand Avenue
"More than 15 crafters and vendors offer a variety of products at the Shop ‘n’ Sip shopping event. Admission is free and there are gifts for the first 15 shoppers."Saturday, November 6, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Duluth Woman's Club Fall Bazaar, 2400 E. Superior Street
"The Duluth Woman’s Club Fall Bazaar features two floors of arts, crafts, wearables, edibles, jewelry, gifts, home décor and more. There is no admission charge to shop, visit and enjoy the beautiful historic home. Truly something for all! Masks are required, and CDC distance guidelines will be followed."Saturday, November 6, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Holy Rosary Craft Show, Stella Maris Academy- Holy Rosary Campus, 2802 E. 4th Street
"Shop for the holidays with 50+ local arts and crafts vendors. A wide variety for every interest such as hand-made accessories, kids items, Christmas decor and more. Stock up on baked goodies such as cookies, breads and pies for your holiday events. Lunch available from 11 a.m.-1 p.m."Saturday, November 6, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
The Stories that Shape Us, A Live Virtual Event
"Gary Boelhower will share stories about formative experiences, memorable persons, core values and foundational symbols through poems and stories. Participants will have the opportunity to share their own stories with each other in small groups. This workshop is a wonderful way to recall important persons and events in one’s life and shape these memories into simple stories to narrate to others. The stories from the community of participants will raise important memories, images and feelings that will inspire us to be grateful. Cost: The requested offering is $20 per participant. If you feel you can pay more to help cover our costs, we gratefully accept your generosity."Saturdays, November 6-December 18, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Youth Pottery and Painting with Serenity Kenan (ages 10-13), DAI Lincoln Park Building, 2229 W. 2nd Street"Join local artist Serenity Kenan and explore the world of porcelain clay and painting. This class is the perfect opportunity for young artists to try their hand at pottery. Six, free-of-charge, Saturday morning workshops include projects such as beadmaking, jewelry, home décor, and more! All items air-dry; no potter-wheels or kilns will be used. After each class items will be sealed by the instructor. This class series is supported by generous grant funding from the Arrowhead Regional Arts Council. If you are interested in registering, please email Emma Spooner at espooner@duluthartinstitute.org to get a registration link and registration code.
Instructors, staff, students over 16 years of age, and renters at the DAI are required to be vaccinated. Everyone is required to wear a mask when indoors. No class on November 27th"
Saturday, November 6, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Get Great Stuff Local Art & Gift Fair, Peace Church, 1111 N. 11th Avenue E.
"The 12th annual Get Great Stuff Local Art and Gift Fair is a marketplace featuring the work of about 20 local artisans and authors. A variety of items will be for sale from jewelry to books to ceramics to winter wear and more."Saturday, November 6, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Festival of the Season, Duluth Farmers Market, 14th Avenue E. & 3rd Street
"Start your holiday shopping for wreaths, garland, ornaments, crafts, and so much more. Bring a friend and dress warm."
Saturday, November 6, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Harvest Hoopla, Flora North, 1925 W. Superior Street
"This year’s Harvest Hoopla demonstrations will be a bit different from years past. Flora North will pre-design outdoor planters, and then during the demonstrations will show attendees how to make an accent piece to coordinate with the outdoor planter. The goal is to inspire creativity and teach a new skill. There are 10 seated spaces available for each free demonstration. Call 218-279-3444 to reserve a seat, otherwise standing space should be available."Schedule
11 a.m. – Sarah Bjork will be demonstrating how to make a textural table garland using greenery and dried elements.
1 p.m. – Annie Shober will be demonstrating how to use chicken wire, greens and dried elements to make an autumn wall installation piece.
3 p.m. – Plant Bingo with Emily ($5 to play- prizes are a variety of unique 4″ plants! Stop in to the shop to purchase a ticket to play)
There will also be three pop-up shops:
Underwood Coffee
Clay Creations by Carlie
Naturally Knotty
Saturday, November 6, 5-7 p.m.
Waking Winter: Reclaiming winter perceptions through paintings and drawings, Duluth Folk School, 1917 W. Superior Street
"Come see the artwork of Mikayla Haynes, Kelly O’Brien Beaster, and Melissa Boman.
Enjoy this show at the Dovetail Cafe & Marketplace though January, 2022!"Saturday, November 6, 6:30 p.m.
Duluth All Souls Night, Multiple Locations
Distanced Street Festival and March, "Remembering our Ancestors" (and being good ancestors ourselves). ALL outdoors (layer up Minnesotans!), Start in front of Zeitgeist Arts 222 E Superior St., ending at the library pavilion area on W. Michigan Street. Do wear black or dress as a plain skeleton if you dare! Painted skull facemasks are available for donation.Please follow CDC recommendations: wear masks, social distance, sanitize hands often. Food! Oasis del Norte taco truck will be in the vicinity after 4:30 p.m. See you there! Suggested freewill donation $10 - $20
Performance Schedule:
6:30 p.m. NorShor Marionette Projections
Gathering Ritual with the Embassy
7:00 p.m. Superior Street Funeral March
Join Max Skeleton and friends walking, with Boys Back Home brass band
7:30 p.m. Library Fire Ceremony
Burn Rotten Ideas with Spin Collective Fire Spectacle!
Renan Cruz Guatemalan kite ceremony
"*These activities are made possible in part by the voters of Minnesota through grants from the Arrowhead Regional Arts Council (ARAC) and the Minnesota State Arts Board (MSAB), thanks to appropriations from the Minnesota State Legislature's general arts and cultural heritage funds."
"*These activities are made possible in part by the voters of Minnesota through grants from the Arrowhead Regional Arts Council (ARAC) and the Minnesota State Arts Board (MSAB), thanks to appropriations from the Minnesota State Legislature's general arts and cultural heritage funds."
Sunday, November 7, 1:30-4 p.m.
SoulCollage, St. Scholastica Monastery, 1001 Kenwood Ave.
"SoulCollage is a method of self discovery through the creation and analysis of a deck of collaged cards. The monthly SoulCollage Circle provides space for participants to play with images and allow their minds and hearts to come alive. Making the SoulCollage cards is part of the process and helps participants learn a bit about themselves.
"The annual cost to attend sessions is $220. Attending a four-month series costs $80. The monthly drop-in rate is $25. Drop-ins must register by 5 p.m. on the Friday before the Sunday session. For more information or to register contact Dawn Carrillo at dcarrillo @ duluthosb.org or call 320-260-8233."
Tuesday, November 9, 4-6 p.m. or 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Thursday, November 11, 4-6 p.m. or 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Intro to Pottery: Throwing Mugs, Duluth Maker Space, 3001 W. Superior Street
"Students will be introduced to the basics of pottery. Topics include: throwing, trimming, handle pulling/attachment and glazing. The cost of the class includes kiln firing one piece made by the student. Firing additional pieces will be charged accordingly. A glazing session will be scheduled with the student, or at the student’s discretion the teacher will glaze the pieces."Tuesday, November 9, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Sharing Our Stories: A Conversation with Four Anishinaabe Authors, UMD Kathryn A. Martin Library, UMD, 416 Library Drive
"The event, “Sharing Our Stories: A Conversation with Four Anishinaabe Authors,” will showcase Linda LeGarde Grover, Carter Meland, Marcie Rendon and Dennis Staples. The authors will talk about the importance of the Anishinaabe viewpoint and how it has shaped their writing. The books highlight the long and rich literary tradition of the Anishinaabe people. This event will celebrate the growing and diverse body of Anishinaabe writing being published today. Books from all four authors will be on sale before and after the event."
"The event, “Sharing Our Stories: A Conversation with Four Anishinaabe Authors,” will showcase Linda LeGarde Grover, Carter Meland, Marcie Rendon and Dennis Staples. The authors will talk about the importance of the Anishinaabe viewpoint and how it has shaped their writing. The books highlight the long and rich literary tradition of the Anishinaabe people. This event will celebrate the growing and diverse body of Anishinaabe writing being published today. Books from all four authors will be on sale before and after the event."
Tuesday, November 9, 6-7 p.m.
Homemade Wrapping, Bags & Tags, Evergreen Community Center, Duluth Public Library, West Duluth Branch, 5830 Grand Avenue
"Craft your way to the holidays! Have fun creating and decorating your own holiday wrapping paper, bags, and gift tags. Event Type: Arts & Crafts; Age Group(s): Adults, SeniorsFriday, November 9, 6-8 p.m.
Art Opening: Alyssa Johnson, Wussow's Concert Cafe, 324 N. Central Avenue
"New work from local photographer Alyssa Johnson will adorn the walls while singer-songwriter Cory Coffman (and friends?!?!) serenade the night away. Beer, food and peanut-butter-balls abound! You won't want to miss it ~ an evening of creativity at the most comfortable community coffee shop in town. Come say hi and support all things worth supporting."
Art Opening: Alyssa Johnson, Wussow's Concert Cafe, 324 N. Central Avenue
"New work from local photographer Alyssa Johnson will adorn the walls while singer-songwriter Cory Coffman (and friends?!?!) serenade the night away. Beer, food and peanut-butter-balls abound! You won't want to miss it ~ an evening of creativity at the most comfortable community coffee shop in town. Come say hi and support all things worth supporting."
Wednesday, November 10, 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."
Wednesdays, November 10, 24, 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
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
Saturday, November 13, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Nice Girls of the North Second Saturday Marketplace, Spirit of the Lake Community School - on the corner of 54nd Ave East and Superior 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. NOTE the new location!! Guest Artists: Pamela Clifton - silver jewelry; Terry Hamp - felted items
"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."
"The Long-Shining Waters won the Milkweed National Fiction Prize, was chosen as the 2013 One Book South Dakota state read, and in 2016, was Minnesota’s representative for the Great Lakes Reads series. The novel also was a finalist for the Minnesota Book Award, as well as the Midwest Independent Bookseller’s Choice Award. For more information visit lakesuperiorwriters.org. To register and receive a Zoom link for the event email writers @ lakesuperiorwriters.org."
Friday, November 19, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Saturday, November 20, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Beat Black Friday All Handmade Craft & Vendor Show, two locations in Cloquet at the Armory and Pine Tree Plaza @ Super One
"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. NOTE the new location!! Guest Artists: Pamela Clifton - silver jewelry; Terry Hamp - felted items
"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."
Mondays, November 15, 22, 29, 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
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
Tuesday, November 16, 6:30-8 p.m.
Book Club for Writers: Danielle Sosin, A Live Virtual Event
"The Book Club for Writers series, organized by Lake Superior Writers, allows participants to have a book club experience that includes the author of the selected work. In this session, Danielle Sosin will be available on Zoom to provide insight into her book The Long-Standing Waters. The event includes a discussion and Q&A."The Long-Shining Waters won the Milkweed National Fiction Prize, was chosen as the 2013 One Book South Dakota state read, and in 2016, was Minnesota’s representative for the Great Lakes Reads series. The novel also was a finalist for the Minnesota Book Award, as well as the Midwest Independent Bookseller’s Choice Award. For more information visit lakesuperiorwriters.org. To register and receive a Zoom link for the event email writers @ lakesuperiorwriters.org."
Wednesday, November 17, 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, September 20, at 12 noon.
Cost: Financial Ability: $15-$40; Financial Strain: $0-$14
Thursday, November 18, 4-5 p.m.
West Outdoor Nature Craft, Duluth Public Library, West Duluth Branch, 5830 Grand Avenue
"Craft and create while incorporating nature! Drop-in at any time. Outdoor Nature Crafts are weather-dependent. Event Type: Arts & Crafts; Age Group(s): Tweens, Teen"Thursday, November 18, 6-8 p.m.
Spoken Word Open Mic, Wussow's Concert Cafe, 324 N. Central Avenue
"The Spoken Word Open Mic series, hosted by Tina Higgins Wussow, is open to all genres. Writers interested in a 10-minute performance slot can simply sign up on arrival. The event occurs on the third Thursday of each month."Saturday, November 20, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Beat Black Friday All Handmade Craft & Vendor Show, two locations in Cloquet at the Armory and Pine Tree Plaza @ Super One
"We have 38 booths at the Cloquet Armory and 44 booths at the Pine Tree Plaza @ Super One! There is a Huge variety to choose from!"
Friday, November 19, 6:30 p.m.
Pepperkakaebyen 2021, a Virtual Event (Window Display at The Nordic Center, 23 N. Lake Avenue)
"Duluth Pepperkakebyen Gingerbread City started in 2011 as Son’s of Norway member and Norwegian native, Bente Soderlind’s idea to create a smaller Duluth version of Bergen, Norway’s world’s largest Pepperkakebyen (Gingerbread City) in the world! The Nordic Center of Duluth and Son’s of Norway Nortun Lodge will host the 10th Annual Pepperkakebyen Gingerbread City of Duluth (gingerbread city in Norwegian pronounced: pepper-kocke-BEE-in). Pepperkakebyen premiers online on Friday, November 19 at 6:30pm, with the Duluth City of the North Parade. You can also come by and safely see the Pepperkakebyen window display!" On View: thru Friday, December 19, 2021
Pepperkakaebyen 2021, a Virtual Event (Window Display at The Nordic Center, 23 N. Lake Avenue)
"Duluth Pepperkakebyen Gingerbread City started in 2011 as Son’s of Norway member and Norwegian native, Bente Soderlind’s idea to create a smaller Duluth version of Bergen, Norway’s world’s largest Pepperkakebyen (Gingerbread City) in the world! The Nordic Center of Duluth and Son’s of Norway Nortun Lodge will host the 10th Annual Pepperkakebyen Gingerbread City of Duluth (gingerbread city in Norwegian pronounced: pepper-kocke-BEE-in). Pepperkakebyen premiers online on Friday, November 19 at 6:30pm, with the Duluth City of the North Parade. You can also come by and safely see the Pepperkakebyen window display!" On View: thru Friday, December 19, 2021
Saturday, November 20, 9-11 a.m.
Auntie M’s Guide to Greaseless Self-Promotion for Authors, A Live Zoom Event
"Marketing doesn’t have to be an unbearable chore. This online workshop offers suggestions on where to start and is designed for traditional and independently published authors as well as unpublished writers with completed work.
"Marketing doesn’t have to be an unbearable chore. This online workshop offers suggestions on where to start and is designed for traditional and independently published authors as well as unpublished writers with completed work.
"Lake Superior Writers presents Tex Thompson who will present a two-hour virtual class covering: Author skills inventory; Marketing based on reader feedback; Parts of a book proposal; Advertising cost/benefit analysis; Network building; Promotional multitasking. Hand-outs from the class will be emailed to participants after the event. Cost: $5 Lake Superior Writers Members; $15 Non-members; Register at lakesuperiorwriters.org to receive an email with a Zoom link. Registration deadline: Friday, Nov. 19.
Saturday, November 20, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Holiday Market, Old School Lives, 9165 Highway 53, Cotton
"Art and craft vendors display their goods in the decorated halls of Old School Lives, a nonprofit, family services outreach center in Cotton, about 35 miles north of Duluth. Baked goods, make-and-take crafts and more."
Friday, November 26, 12-6 p.m.
Saturday, November 27, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Hillside Makers Market, Perception Coaching, 931 E. 9th Street
"Hillside Makers Market, founded by Barbara Bengtson (Perception Coaching) and Cara Overland (Lake Superior Scandinavian), provides a place for local makers and artisans to showcase and sell their goods in the East Hillside neighborhood of Duluth. The market is open the last weekend of each month. The makers keep 100 percent of their profits."
Hillside Makers Market, Perception Coaching, 931 E. 9th Street
"Hillside Makers Market, founded by Barbara Bengtson (Perception Coaching) and Cara Overland (Lake Superior Scandinavian), provides a place for local makers and artisans to showcase and sell their goods in the East Hillside neighborhood of Duluth. The market is open the last weekend of each month. The makers keep 100 percent of their profits."
Saturday, November 27, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Author Meet & Greet, Zenith Bookstore, 318 N. Central Avenue"Zenith Bookstore will be hosting great local authors for book signing events throughout the holidays. On Small Business Saturday – the Saturday after Thanksgiving – we have a great lineup!"11 a.m. - 1 p.m. – Duluth author Sarah Bamford Seidelmann is a fourth-generation physician turned shamanic healer and life coach, who deeply enjoys shenanigans. She loves to help others find their own "feel good" so they can live courageously and enthusiastically. Her new book of visionary fiction, Where the Deer Dream: A Coming of Age Adventure in Spirit, tells the story of 17-year-old Meera, whose imperfect life is set to unfold perfectly when an unexpected discovery sends her deep into an unknown world to hunt for help. Meera asks for a miracle which has unexpected consequences.
"1 - 3 p.m. – Tashia Hart (Red Lake Anishinaabe) is an award-winning author and illustrator. Her new cookbook The Good Berry Cookbook: Harvesting and Cooking Wild Rice and Other Wild Foods was recently released by the Minnesota Historical Society.
"3 - 5 p.m. – Marcie Rendon is the author of the mysteries Girl Gone Missing and Murder on the Red River. She is an enrolled member of the White Earth Nation, author, playwright, poet, and community arts activist, and has an extensive body of fiction and nonfiction works. Murder on the Red River is the current statewide read for One Book One Minnesota. Rendon is listed on Oprah Magazine’s 2020 list of 31 Native American authors to read."
Mondays, November 29, December 6, December 13, 6-8 p.m.
Introduction to Tapestry Weaving with Lauren Faherty, Duluth Art Institute, 506 W. Michigan Street
"Learn the fundamentals of tapestry weaving with a frame loom. This class will cover how to warp a loom, create tension, and basic tapestry skills suited towards the beginning weaver. Students explore texture, color, history through various weaving techniques. At the end of the course students will take home their very own completed weaving. Students are in charge of bringing their own frame loom and shuttle stick, but the DAI will provide all other supplies. A supply list including links to purchase items can be found here. Cost: $50 Member ($60 Non-Member)
"Proof of vaccination is required to participate in this class. On the first day of class students must present their vaccine card (a copy of it is okay) as well as a form of identification. Masks will be required."
Introduction to Tapestry Weaving with Lauren Faherty, Duluth Art Institute, 506 W. Michigan Street
"Learn the fundamentals of tapestry weaving with a frame loom. This class will cover how to warp a loom, create tension, and basic tapestry skills suited towards the beginning weaver. Students explore texture, color, history through various weaving techniques. At the end of the course students will take home their very own completed weaving. Students are in charge of bringing their own frame loom and shuttle stick, but the DAI will provide all other supplies. A supply list including links to purchase items can be found here. Cost: $50 Member ($60 Non-Member)
"Proof of vaccination is required to participate in this class. On the first day of class students must present their vaccine card (a copy of it is okay) as well as a form of identification. Masks will be required."
On View
October 28-November 23
Gravare, UWS Holden Fine Arts Building, Catlin Avenue & 19th Street, Superior, WI
"'Gravare' is a solo exhibition featuring the printmaking prowess of local artist Shannon Cousino. This series of woodblock prints is years in the making and explores Cousino’s understanding of grief and the emotional process of creating art. 'Gravare' will be open for viewing weekdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Project Gallery, Room 2123."
October 18-December 12
Roshan Ganu: In the Presence of Longing, Duluth Art Institute, John Steffl Gallery, 506 W. Michigan Street"Each of us strives to belong to a place, to a culture, to a community. But people experiencing displacement in the form of migration (voluntary or forced) find themselves in what artist Roshan Ganu describes as a hybrid state. In this state rests a conglomeration of memories and cultural objects intertwined with the moments of a new reality. Experiencing In the Presence of Longing, viewers interact with Ganu’s poignant projections and mingle with three-dimensional collages. Each piece reflects how Ganu fosters comfort and belonging in her own life. Drawing from her childhood and cultural identity formed in Goa, India, Ganu examines how memories inform her present-day reality of living in the midwestern United States."
October 28-December 15
Remnants, UWS Holden Fine Arts Building, Catlin Avenue & 19th Street, Superior, WI
"The University of Wisconsin-Superior Visual Arts Department hosts works by visiting artists Amy Varsek, John Sager, Matt Kania and Erin Endsley for the “Remnants” art exhibition. The four artists operate in divergent mediums from sculpture to fibers to photography and printmaking. Each brings a unique take on the idea of artwork as a shadow to our world. The exhibition will be open for viewing weekdays through Dec. 15. Kruk Gallery is open Monday through Friday, 2 to 6 p.m."
November 19-December 19
Pepperkakaebyen 2021, a Virtual Event (Window Display at The Nordic Center, 23 N. Lake Avenue)
"Duluth Pepperkakebyen Gingerbread City started in 2011 as Son’s of Norway member and Norwegian native, Bente Soderlind’s idea to create a smaller Duluth version of Bergen, Norway’s world’s largest Pepperkakebyen (Gingerbread City) in the world! The Nordic Center of Duluth and Son’s of Norway Nortun Lodge will host the 10th Annual Pepperkakebyen Gingerbread City of Duluth (gingerbread city in Norwegian pronounced: pepper-kocke-BEE-in). Pepperkakebyen premiers online on Friday, November 19 at 6:30pm, with the Duluth City of the North Parade. You can also come by and safely see the Pepperkakebyen window display!"
Pepperkakaebyen 2021, a Virtual Event (Window Display at The Nordic Center, 23 N. Lake Avenue)
"Duluth Pepperkakebyen Gingerbread City started in 2011 as Son’s of Norway member and Norwegian native, Bente Soderlind’s idea to create a smaller Duluth version of Bergen, Norway’s world’s largest Pepperkakebyen (Gingerbread City) in the world! The Nordic Center of Duluth and Son’s of Norway Nortun Lodge will host the 10th Annual Pepperkakebyen Gingerbread City of Duluth (gingerbread city in Norwegian pronounced: pepper-kocke-BEE-in). Pepperkakebyen premiers online on Friday, November 19 at 6:30pm, with the Duluth City of the North Parade. You can also come by and safely see the Pepperkakebyen window display!"
October 4-January 10
63rd Arrowhead Regional Biennial, Duluth Art Institute, George Morrison Gallery, 506 W. Michigan Street
"As one of the longest-running biennials in the country, this exhibition features a wide range of artwork produced within the last five years from artists residing in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa, Michigan, and Ontario, Canada.
November 6-January 22
Waking Winter: Reclaiming winter perceptions through paintings and drawings, Duluth Folk School, 1917 W. Superior Street
"Come see the artwork of Mikayla Haynes, Kelly O’Brien Beaster, and Melissa Boman.
Enjoy this show at the Dovetail Cafe & Marketplace."October 11-January 2022
Michael Letts: Closer to the Wild, Duluth Art Institute, Corridor Gallery, 506 W. Michigan Street
"Michael Letts fosters connections to people in rural diners, bars, and northern Midwest crannies. Here, he finds beauty in the workers, hunters, and denizens of the backcountry and examines the mythology of American individualism. Letts reflects on how technology propels society to 'live more and more on a screen, through glass, literally flattened.' Mirroring this effect in his monoprint painting technique, Letts layers paint on glass plates before transferring the work onto canvas. Pairing this medium with subjects that combine traditional still life and portraiture, the viewer experiences a two-dimensional life closer to the wild."
Newspaper Weaving with Jenny Koczur, Duluth Folk School Library, 1917 W. Superior Street
"In this class, you will start with a stack of newspaper and a bamboo skewer, and end up with a beautiful newspaper bowl or basket! We’ll be folding, tearing, rolling, and weaving with newspaper. The fun thing about learning this skill is that the materials are very affordable, so even if you make a mistake, it’s not that costly. No prior experience needed, but you will need a little bit of hand strength (Herculean strength is NOT required!). If you have a stack of newspapers to bring (the equivalent of a single Sunday paper), that would be great. The newspaper can be full color or black & white, depending on how you want your project to turn out. Otherwise, we’ll have enough for everyone. Best for Ages 12 and older. Cost: $50"Learn a Tangle!
Hurry, a Zentangle (R) original tangle designed by Maria Thomas, is a lovely aura tangle. 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.
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!
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.
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.