Art in June!
YAY! JUNE! There are a lot of fun classes to explore this month, including many for teens and youth, while outdoor art events abound. Get outside and see some art! Scroll down for details and links!
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.
Artists Wanted!
Blue Cross / Blue Shield is looking for an artist to hang their work at 425 W. Superior Street for the months of June, July, and August. Please contact Tammy Kausch at 218-529-9186 or via email at Tammmyrae.Kausch@bluecrossmn.com for more information about this opportunity or future opportunities to share your work in this beautiful space.
Create with me in June!
Mondays, June 6 & 27, 6-8:30 p.m.
Mondays, June 13 & 20, 6-8:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 14, 6-7:30 p.m.
Life as Art: Turn Failure into Fertilizer
"What to Expect: hands-on, child led art and sensory activities (materials may include: playdoh, slime, paint, clay, collage, mixed media and more!); focus on process art (process of creating and exploring) not art with an end result; messy fun, please wear clothes that are okay to get messy. Each child must be accompanied by a caregiver. Caregivers are responsible for the health and wellbeing of their child(ren) at all times during art play group." Cost: $10
The June markets are held OUTSIDE at Canal Park Brewing Company. Different makers will be featured each week!"
Friday, June 10, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Artist Reception: Shaun Chosa, Indigenous, AICHO’s Dr. Robert Powless Cultural Center, 212 W. 2nd Street
"Shaun Chosa, a Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa tribal citizen and painter/graphic design artist, will show 30+ large scale paintings that mostly feature new works depicting Indigenous portraits, some with his added “Classic Shaun Chosa Style” pop culture artistic influence for an extended period of time in our AICHO Galleries. Chosa had his first art gallery showing in Ely in 2000, and sold half of his paintings within the first hour of the artist reception! He has shown his eye-catching, curious, beautiful and captivating work since then at the Duluth Art Institute and several other galleries across the state. $10 suggested donation at the door." Gallery Viewing Hours: Fridays from 4-6 p.m. On View: June 10 - September 16
June 8-mid-September
Wynn Davis: Salvaged Memories, Corridor Gallery, Duluth Art Institute, 506 W. Michigan Street
"Scraps of paper, bits of string, and sticker remnants are among the materials Wynn Davis gathers during his daily runs. Each token is a fragment of a memory that evolves into bright, poignant collages. In Salvaged Memories, Davis chronicles his 5,400 annual miles by assembling layers of paint, graphite drawings, and salvaged materials on paper." Artist Reception/Talk: Wednesday, June 8, 5:30-7 p.m.
June 8-September 30
Learn a Tangle!
Feathers, created by CZT Suzanne McNeill, is an easy fill pattern with lots of drama. Click the link to learn how to draw this tangle line-by-line. It will make a lovely border. Add some simple shading or a touch of color and use it to decorate envelopes, holiday cards, and bills. You can learn how to draw this tangle and many more on Linda Farmer's, CZT, blog at tanglepatterns.com.
Life as Art: Turn Failure into Fertilizer
Wednesday, June 15, 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.
Thursday, June 2, 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."
Thursday, June 2, 6-7:30 p.m.
Become a Duluth Folk School Instructor, Duluth Folk School, 1917 W. Superior Street
"Are you interested in becoming a Duluth Folk School instructor? We’d love to have you! Come on down to learn about the folk school, chat with current instructors, take a tour, and maybe even get set up to teach your own class! We’re looking for folks to teach all sorts of crafts, arts, and skills. We take care of all the details (registration/payment/marketing/etc), which lets you focus on the thing you love – sharing your passion!"Fridays, June 3 & 10, 12-1 p.m.
Zentangle (R) Explore! on Zoom!, a Live Virtual Event
A pen is a powerful tool. It can help you record your grocery list, write a check or send a card to a loved one. It can also help you deeply relax, become more mindful, and increase your mental focus. A pen is a simple and powerful tool. Bring your pen to ZT Explore and spend an hour breathing and drawing lines. Simple lines. You will be amazed at how easy it is to slow down, tune in, and explore with your pen.
Zentangle (R) Explore! on Zoom!, a Live Virtual Event
A pen is a powerful tool. It can help you record your grocery list, write a check or send a card to a loved one. It can also help you deeply relax, become more mindful, and increase your mental focus. A pen is a simple and powerful tool. Bring your pen to ZT Explore and spend an hour breathing and drawing lines. Simple lines. You will be amazed at how easy it is to slow down, tune in, and explore with your pen.
Zoom Link for 6/3 & 6/10: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85403591538
Sunday, June 5, 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.
Meet and Greet with Author Angeline Boulley, Dr. Robert Powless Cultural Center, 202 W. 2nd Street
"The Duluth Library Foundation invites local teens and young adults for a free meet and greet with Angeline Boulley, author of Firekeeper’s Daughter. Guests are encouraged to bring a copy of the book it they have one. Light refreshments will be available. Boulley, an enrolled member of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians, is a storyteller who writes about her Ojibwe community in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula."
Supply List: PayPal.Me/eternalpossibility (donations gratefully accepted)
- several small pieces of watercolor paper cut to 3"x4" or smaller;
- a permanent black pen for drawing - you can use a 01 Micron if you have one;
- a quiet place to draw.
Friday & Saturday, June 3 & 4, 7:30-9 p.m.
Art, Teatro Zuccone, Zeitgeist Arts, 222 E. Superior Street
"This production of the Tony-winning comedy stars Jessica Saxton, Cheryl Skafte, and Christine Winkler Johnson. Art and friendship come under fire among three friends when one of them audaciously purchases a mostly-white canvas for a ridiculous amount of money." Tickets: $25
Sunday, June 5, 12-3 p.m.
Olga Walker Awards and Author Event, The Garden, Canal Park, 425 S. Lake Avenue
"Join members of the Duluth Library Foundation for a reception honoring library donors. The evening will feature Angeline Boulley, author of the No. 1 New York Times Bestselling young adult novel Firekeeper’s Daughter." Tickets: $50-$75
Sunday, June 5, 1-3 p.m.
Junior Naturalists: Monarchs as Art, Jay Cooke State Park, 780 Highway 210, Carlton
"The wonders of the monarch’s life are a natural work of art. Learn about the life cycle, migration and special roles of the monarch, and take home a creative caterpillar made during the program. The group will meet behind the River Inn Interpretive Center. All programs require registration due to limited space. Call 218-673-7005 or email kris.hiller@state.mn.us with your name and total number of people in your group.
Sunday, June 5, 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."
Sunday, June 5, 3:30 p.m.Meet and Greet with Author Angeline Boulley, Dr. Robert Powless Cultural Center, 202 W. 2nd Street
"The Duluth Library Foundation invites local teens and young adults for a free meet and greet with Angeline Boulley, author of Firekeeper’s Daughter. Guests are encouraged to bring a copy of the book it they have one. Light refreshments will be available. Boulley, an enrolled member of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians, is a storyteller who writes about her Ojibwe community in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula."
Mondays, June 6, 13, 20, 27, 10-11:15 a.m.
Growing Little Loves Art Playgroup, Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 1325 N. 45th Avenue East
"Art play group is a sensory and art based experience created for children ages 2-6, however because our group is open-ended and exploratory in nature, children of all ages can enjoy materials in some way. Playgroup is an experience for the child(ren) and caregiver to explore new and engaging activities together.
"Art play group is a sensory and art based experience created for children ages 2-6, however because our group is open-ended and exploratory in nature, children of all ages can enjoy materials in some way. Playgroup is an experience for the child(ren) and caregiver to explore new and engaging activities together.
"What to Expect: hands-on, child led art and sensory activities (materials may include: playdoh, slime, paint, clay, collage, mixed media and more!); focus on process art (process of creating and exploring) not art with an end result; messy fun, please wear clothes that are okay to get messy. Each child must be accompanied by a caregiver. Caregivers are responsible for the health and wellbeing of their child(ren) at all times during art play group." Cost: $10
Mondays, June 6 & 27, 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: $15-$40 (sliding scale: you choose)
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: $15-$40 (sliding scale: you choose)
Tuesdays, June 7, 14, 21, 28, 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Duluth Art Institute Member Open Studio, DAI Lincoln Park Building, 2229 W. Second Street
"Duluth Art Institute members are invited to bring supplies and artistic visions to the Lincoln Park facility to connect with other creative people and spend time experimenting with their medium of choice. Each session includes time to create and optional end-of-session group critiques. Non-members can attend one free session of open studio before becoming a member. Members receive three free sessions. The ongoing cost is $5 per session. Scholarships are available. Email espooner@duluthartinstitute.org for more information. Check link above for covid protocols."
Tuesdays, June 7 & 21, 4-6 p.m.
Teen Open Studio (13-18 years old), DAI Lincoln Park Building, 2229 W. Second Street
"Duluth teenagers are invited to a free after school art program. Bring your works in-progress or create something totally new. College art students are present to help you at every open studio. All supplies are provided and no previous art experience is required—everyone is welcome. Every Teen Open Studio includes food since it is hard to make art on an empty stomach. There will be a guest artist featured in June!"We encourage you to register online, but drop-ins are welcome. Masks are required, except while eating or drinking. Teen Open Studio meets bi-weekly. If you need transportation assistance to Teen Open Studio, contact info@duluthartinstitute.org and we will set you up with a bus pass. Check link above for covid protocols."
Tuesdays, June 7, 14, 21, 28, 4-7 p.m.
Happy Hour Market, Canal Park Brewing Company, 300 Canal Park Drive
"Summer Happy Hour Market. Grab a friend, grab a drink, and support local makers of Duluth!The June markets are held OUTSIDE at Canal Park Brewing Company. Different makers will be featured each week!"
Wednesday, June 8, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
ARAC Workshop Wednesday: Public Art, A Live Virtual Event
"This online workshop series from the Arrowhead Regional Arts Council provides tips on how to fund art and thrive as an artist. This week's focus will be on Public Art - for folks seeking to work more with public artists and folks looking to become public artists, this workshop will be a look into the field and how to make public art happen in your community. To participate, request a Zoom link by emailing grants@aracouncil.org."Wednesday, June 8, 5:30-7 p.m.
Art Night Out, Duluth Art Institute, 506 W. Michigan Street
Duluth Art Institute presents two new exhibitions and the opportunity to meet and hear three artists discuss their work. Masks and proof of vaccination required. Digital or hardcopy cards accepted at door, or upload copy of vaccination card at this link. Scroll down to On View, below, to see details of each exhibition, or click the blue text to link to the DAI website.
Artist Reception/Talk: Wynn Davis: Salvaged Memories, Corridor Gallery
Steven Lemke & Kelsie Ward: Dislocation, Morrison Gallery
Sara Pajunen: Drone Photography, Depot Performing Arts Wing
Friday, June 10, 2-3 p.m.
Crafternoon, Mount Royal Branch, Duluth Public Library, 105 Mount Royal Shopping Circle
"Join Carrie & Julia 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: in case of inclement weather, we will move inside. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts; Age Group(s): Kids, Preschool, Tweens, Teen"Artist Reception: Shaun Chosa, Indigenous, AICHO’s Dr. Robert Powless Cultural Center, 212 W. 2nd Street
"Shaun Chosa, a Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa tribal citizen and painter/graphic design artist, will show 30+ large scale paintings that mostly feature new works depicting Indigenous portraits, some with his added “Classic Shaun Chosa Style” pop culture artistic influence for an extended period of time in our AICHO Galleries. Chosa had his first art gallery showing in Ely in 2000, and sold half of his paintings within the first hour of the artist reception! He has shown his eye-catching, curious, beautiful and captivating work since then at the Duluth Art Institute and several other galleries across the state. $10 suggested donation at the door." Gallery Viewing Hours: Fridays from 4-6 p.m. On View: June 10 - September 16
Friday, June 10, 7 p.m.
Sunday, June 12, 3 p.m.
Hansel and Gretel, Marshall Performing Arts Center, UMD, 1215 Ordean Court
"After two years of alternative programming, Lyric Opera of the North returns to in-person performance with Engelbert Humperdinck’s beloved opera Hansel and Gretel. Based on the Grimm fairy tale, Hansel and Gretel is layered with scrumptious melodies, engaging characters, mystery and magic. Sung in English with English supertitles. Appropriate for adults and children. Masks required for all attendees; performers will not be masked." Tickets: $27-$57; Children and students with valid student ID $12
Saturday, June 11, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
American Cloisonne: Torch-Fired Copper Enameling with Melanie Lieb, DAI Lincoln Park Building, 2229 W. 2nd St.
"Dive further into the processes of torch-fired copper enameling by adding another element—cloisonne! Cloisonne refers to an ancient technique that involves using wire on a metal backing to create designs or separate enamels. In this workshop, students will learn the basics of fusing glass to copper and explore how using cloisonne can bring their work to a new level. Extra copper can be purchased from the instructor for a small fee. Artists and makers of all skill levels are welcome. Ages 16+; Cost: $90 ($110 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.
Zentangle pattern drawing is the simple practice of drawing lines one stroke at a time. Each line is an opportunity to slow down, relax, and focus on doing a simple thing well. Drawing lines is a practice that can inform every part of your life. A practice that invites you to release your expectations, embrace whatever shows up, and become fully present in the moment.
In this two class series, we will create beautiful art on a 3.5" x 3.5" paper tile using pen and ink and pencil shading. No previous drawing experience necessary. Relaxation is a common side effect. See www.zentangle.com for more information about this beautiful art form. Class Cost: $25 plus supply fee. Register Here!
Saturday, June 11, 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)
"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. Click link above for covid protocols." Guest Artists: Amy, Metal Garden Art; Shari Johnson, Wraps and Bags
"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. Click link above for covid protocols." Guest Artists: Amy, Metal Garden Art; Shari Johnson, Wraps and Bags
American Cloisonne: Torch-Fired Copper Enameling with Melanie Lieb, DAI Lincoln Park Building, 2229 W. 2nd St.
"Dive further into the processes of torch-fired copper enameling by adding another element—cloisonne! Cloisonne refers to an ancient technique that involves using wire on a metal backing to create designs or separate enamels. In this workshop, students will learn the basics of fusing glass to copper and explore how using cloisonne can bring their work to a new level. Extra copper can be purchased from the instructor for a small fee. Artists and makers of all skill levels are welcome. Ages 16+; Cost: $90 ($110 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.
Mondays, June 13 & 27, 2:30 p.m.
Handwoven Bookmarks, Mount Royal Branch, Duluth Public Library, 105 Mount Royal Shopping Circle
"Handcraft with Duluth Folk School! You'll learn weaving terms and practice techniques to create a one-of-a-kind bookmark that saves your spot in your favorite books! All materials and tools will be provided. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts; Age Group(s): Tweens, Teen"Mondays, June 13 & 20, 6-8:30 p.m.
Zentangle (R) Pattern Drawing: an Introduction, Duluth Community Education, on Zoom!Zentangle pattern drawing is the simple practice of drawing lines one stroke at a time. Each line is an opportunity to slow down, relax, and focus on doing a simple thing well. Drawing lines is a practice that can inform every part of your life. A practice that invites you to release your expectations, embrace whatever shows up, and become fully present in the moment.
In this two class series, we will create beautiful art on a 3.5" x 3.5" paper tile using pen and ink and pencil shading. No previous drawing experience necessary. Relaxation is a common side effect. See www.zentangle.com for more information about this beautiful art form. Class Cost: $25 plus supply fee. Register Here!
Tuesday, June 14, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Youth: Driftwood Wind Chimes, Duluth Folk School, 1917 W. Superior Street
"Oh the peaceful sounds of summer…waves washing up on the shore and wind chimes blowing in the breeze. You can enjoy both and bring a bit of the beach to your own backyard with this fun nature craft! In this class, we’ll be making wind chimes from driftwood! We’ll prepare our driftwood with sandpaper, a saw, and a drill to piece it together with other unique objects for a one-of-a-kind creation. Cost: $30 (Early Bird Price through June 5); $40 (after June 5)"Tuesday, June 14, 6-7:30 p.m.
Life as Art: Turn Failure into Fertilizer, a Live Virtual Event hosted by Duluth Community Education and led by Esther Piszczek
This class is for anyone who would like to free their creativity while learning a simple tool to examine failure and find the gifts these life turns present. Through playful doodling, whimsical watercolor, and introspective journaling prompts you will be led through a mindful, creative experience that will help you turn any perceived failure into fertilizer. No prior experience is necessary, just an openness to explore and learn new things. Cost: $45
Life as Art: Turn Failure into Fertilizer, a Live Virtual Event hosted by Duluth Community Education and led by Esther Piszczek
This class is for anyone who would like to free their creativity while learning a simple tool to examine failure and find the gifts these life turns present. Through playful doodling, whimsical watercolor, and introspective journaling prompts you will be led through a mindful, creative experience that will help you turn any perceived failure into fertilizer. No prior experience is necessary, just an openness to explore and learn new things. Cost: $45
Wednesday, June 15, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
ARAC Workshop Wednesday: Intro to ARAC's Programming, A Live Virtual Event
"This online workshop from the Arrowhead Regional Arts Council provides an introduction to the organization’s programming. It’s the last in the five-part series “Learn How to Fund Your Art." To participate, request a Zoom link by emailing grants@aracouncil.org."Wednesday, June 15, 6:30-9 p.m.
Zentangle (R) & Wine on Zoom!, with Esther Piszczek, Certified Zentangle Teacher
Stay home and draw pretty lines with me! No art or drawing experience required. RSVP required to me at episzczek@gmail.com by Monday, June 13, at 12 noon. Cost: $15-$40 (sliding scale - you choose)
Stay home and draw pretty lines with me! No art or drawing experience required. RSVP required to me at episzczek@gmail.com by Monday, June 13, at 12 noon. Cost: $15-$40 (sliding scale - you choose)
Thursdays, June 16, 23, & 30, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Youth Camp: Crafting with Nature, Duluth Folk School, 1917 W. Superior Street
"This camp takes place on three consecutive Thursdays in June, and is intended for youth entering 6th – 9th grade this fall. We’ll use new tools and materials to create fun take-home projects as we connect with nature through handcrafting! Youth will get inspiration from the outdoors and incorporate natural objects into basketry, block printing, making a nature journal from handmade paper, and more! Join us for a crafting experience filled with friends, fun, and hands-on activities! Cost: $275"
Thursday, June 16, 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."
"The Nordic Center will virtually host author Karen F. Nance for "Shift: Family, Origins, Identity and Belonging", a conversation and preview of the author’s forthcoming book The Duluth Lynching – A Family Perspective. The book is currently set for a December release."
"Get outside and learn all about local flora and fauna while building skills in painting, drawing, fiber arts, and sculpture. Flowing rivers, trees of all varieties, flowers, fungi, woodland creatures, and more will inspire students to create artwork reflecting the beauty of our ecosystem. Please pack sunscreen, a water bottle, and a small nut-free snack each day. A portion of the class sessions will be spent outdoors. Ages 6–9; Cost: $150 ($200 Non-Member)"
**COVID-19 Guidelines: All staff, renters, instructors, and students are required to provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination. Please bring your child's vaccine card on the first day of camp.
Thursday, June 16, 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."
Thursday, June 16, 7-8 p.m.
Author Talk: Karen F. Nance, The Nordic Center, 23 N. Lake Avenue"The Nordic Center will virtually host author Karen F. Nance for "Shift: Family, Origins, Identity and Belonging", a conversation and preview of the author’s forthcoming book The Duluth Lynching – A Family Perspective. The book is currently set for a December release."
Friday, June 17, 4-7 p.m.
Making the Clayton Jackson McGhie Memorial, The Nordic Center, 23 N. Lake Avenue
“The Making the Clayton Jackson McGhie Memorial exhibit opens with a 4 p.m. gathering at the memorial on the corner of East First Street and Second Avenue East. Participants will then be invited to walk two blocks to the Nordic Center for a discussion with the artist and a gallery viewing from 5 to 7 p.m. The exhibit will include drawings, photographs as well as other documents and materials that artist Carla Stetson and writer Anthony Peyton Porter used during the creative process of designing the memorial." On View: June 17-July 9
“The Making the Clayton Jackson McGhie Memorial exhibit opens with a 4 p.m. gathering at the memorial on the corner of East First Street and Second Avenue East. Participants will then be invited to walk two blocks to the Nordic Center for a discussion with the artist and a gallery viewing from 5 to 7 p.m. The exhibit will include drawings, photographs as well as other documents and materials that artist Carla Stetson and writer Anthony Peyton Porter used during the creative process of designing the memorial." On View: June 17-July 9
Monday-Friday, June 20-24, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Mixed Media: Exploring Our Ecosystem with Alyssa Swanson, DAI Lincoln Park Building, 2229 W. 2nd St. "Get outside and learn all about local flora and fauna while building skills in painting, drawing, fiber arts, and sculpture. Flowing rivers, trees of all varieties, flowers, fungi, woodland creatures, and more will inspire students to create artwork reflecting the beauty of our ecosystem. Please pack sunscreen, a water bottle, and a small nut-free snack each day. A portion of the class sessions will be spent outdoors. Ages 6–9; Cost: $150 ($200 Non-Member)"
**COVID-19 Guidelines: All staff, renters, instructors, and students are required to provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination. Please bring your child's vaccine card on the first day of camp.
Monday-Friday, June 20-24, 1-4 p.m.
Fantastic Fiber with Lauren Faherty, DAI Lincoln Park Building, 2229 W. 2nd St.
"Explore your personal style through textiles! Experiment with weaving, embroidery, collage, and more using a variety of materials and fiber tools. Ages 11–14; Cost: $150 ($200 Non-Member)"
**COVID-19 Guidelines: All staff, renters, instructors, and students are required to provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination. Please bring your child's vaccine card on the first day of camp.
"Explore your personal style through textiles! Experiment with weaving, embroidery, collage, and more using a variety of materials and fiber tools. Ages 11–14; Cost: $150 ($200 Non-Member)"
**COVID-19 Guidelines: All staff, renters, instructors, and students are required to provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination. Please bring your child's vaccine card on the first day of camp.
Thursday, June 23, 2-3 p.m.
Messy Art!, Mount Royal Branch, Duluth Public Library, 105 Mount Royal Shopping Circle
"It’s time to have fun with some process art. Get ready to get messy. Use alternative “paintbrushes,” splatter techniques, fruits, vegetables, and more to create unique artwork. Enter the “patio” through the exterior door in the children’s area. *Note: in case of inclement weather, we will move inside or cancel. Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts; Age Group(s): Tweens, Teen"Thursday, June 23, 5-7 p.m.
Artist Talk: Tara Austin, Joseph Nease Gallery, 23 W. 1st Street"We are thrilled to be hosting Tara Austin's Artist Talk. She'll be discussing her newest work from Boreal Ornament IV, now on exhibition at Joseph Nease Gallery. This exhibition includes several new paintings completed between 2020 and 2022, plus a select number of earlier paintings that were part of her spring 2020 exhibition Boreal Ornament III that had to close down, due to Covid, before it officially opened."
Friday, June 24, 12:30-2 p.m.
Shibori Dyeing, Main Library Branch, Upper Plaza, Duluth Public Library, 520 W. Superior Street
"Shibori is the Japanese art of folding and dyeing fabrics. Learn all about this interesting way to dye and walk away with your very own unique handkerchief and infinity scarf! Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts; Age Group(s): Adults, Seniors, All Ages"
Shibori Dyeing, Main Library Branch, Upper Plaza, Duluth Public Library, 520 W. Superior Street
"Shibori is the Japanese art of folding and dyeing fabrics. Learn all about this interesting way to dye and walk away with your very own unique handkerchief and infinity scarf! Event Type(s): Arts & Crafts; Age Group(s): Adults, Seniors, All Ages"
Saturday, June 25, 9-11 a.m.
Monthly Spoon Carving Session, Duluth Folk School, 1917 W. Superior Street
"Swing by the Duluth Folk School to carve spoons with others in a warm, informal setting. There will not necessarily be experienced carvers on hand to help you, so if you need to do some problem solving, have questions answered, or see techniques demonstrated, you’ll need to do that outside of these sessions. Please bring Bring your own knives, bring your own spoon blanks, and whatever else you’ll need to carve spoons. This is an informal time to work with your hands, gather in community, tell stories, and of course – carve spoons!"
"Swing by the Duluth Folk School to carve spoons with others in a warm, informal setting. There will not necessarily be experienced carvers on hand to help you, so if you need to do some problem solving, have questions answered, or see techniques demonstrated, you’ll need to do that outside of these sessions. Please bring Bring your own knives, bring your own spoon blanks, and whatever else you’ll need to carve spoons. This is an informal time to work with your hands, gather in community, tell stories, and of course – carve spoons!"
Saturday, June 25, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
CHUM Rhubarb Festival, Stella Maris Academy, Holy Rosary Campus, 2802 E. Fourth Street
"Chum’s 17th annual Rhubarb Festival promises lots of rhubarb — including hundreds of pies, muffins and crisps, as well as rhubarb brats and burritos. There will also be live music, games, crafts, auctions and stage shows. This year the festival is being held at Stella Maris Academy — Holy Rosary Campus."Saturday, June 25, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Hillside Makers Market, Perception Coaching, 929 E. 9th Street
"Hillside Makers Market showcases local vendors of homemade gifts. For more information email Haley @ perceptioncoaching.net or call 218-213-3441."
"Hillside Makers Market showcases local vendors of homemade gifts. For more information email Haley @ perceptioncoaching.net or call 218-213-3441."
Saturday & Sunday, June 25 & 26, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Park Point Art Fair, Park Point Public Beach House, 5000 Minnesota Avenue
"This well established art fair has over one hundred Juried Artists exhibiting & selling fine art and craft including, ceramics, photography, paintings, prints, metal, glass & wood sculpture, jewelry and fiber. Located at the foot of the recreation area’s Beach House and ball fields, the event is accessible by bus and bike, as well as the nearby airstrip and public boat launch. With artist tents lining a paved path that extends through the park, the show allows people with physical disabilities the chance to fully experience the event."
Tuesday, June 28, 7-8 p.m.
Staci Lola Drouillard Seven Aunts Book Launch, Zenith Bookstore, 318 N. Central Avenue
"Staci Lola Drouillard launches her new book, Seven Aunts. A descendant of the Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Anishinaabe, Drouillard lives and works in her hometown of Grand Marais. Her first book, Walking the Old Road: A People’s History of Chippewa City and the Grand Marais Anishinaabe, won the Hamlin Garland Prize in Popular History and the Northeast Minnesota Book Award for nonfiction and was a finalist for a Minnesota Book Award."
Wednesday, June 29, 5:10 p.m.
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Thursday, June 30, 7-8 p.m.
Surviving in a Digital World, Duluth Pottery, 1924 W. Superior Street
"Letterpress is one of the oldest forms of printing technology, and the computer nearly killed it in the 1980s. Janelle Turner-Miller and Stacie Renne show how Warrior Printress Letterpress and Design are preserving and expanding the world of letterpress in the digital age. The demo of letterpress and its connection between 19th century presses and 21st century technology takes place in-person at Warrior Printress. Masks are required."Save the Date & Register Early for Early Bird Pricing!
Saturday, July 9, 1-4 p.m.
Making A Chainmaille Bracelet with Dawn Bloom, Duluth Folk School, 1917 W. Superior Street
"Chainmaille (aka chainmail, chain maille, or maille) is an ancient technique of linking rings together to form woven sheets of metal to be used in the making of armor. In this class you will learn how to make a bracelet using he Box Chain (aka Inca Puño and Queen’s Maille), a rectangular-shaped chain created by weaving round jump rings. You will learn how to open, close, and weave jump rings together, using both a flat-nose and a bent-nose pliers. Ages 18+; Cost: $45 (early bird price before June 12); $60 (after June 12) On View
May 26-June 26
Duluth Art Institute Annual Member Show, Duluth Art Institute, Depot Great Hall, 506 W. Michigan Street
"The most anticipated exhibition of the year, the DAI Annual Member Show returns in full bloom this spring. An open call to all DAI members culminates in a celebratory evening of art and community. View over 100 paintings, photographs, ceramics, fiber art, and more from talented, dedicated artists of all ages and stages."
"The most anticipated exhibition of the year, the DAI Annual Member Show returns in full bloom this spring. An open call to all DAI members culminates in a celebratory evening of art and community. View over 100 paintings, photographs, ceramics, fiber art, and more from talented, dedicated artists of all ages and stages."
June 2022
Sara Pajunen: Drone Photography, Depot Performing Arts Wing, Duluth Art Institute, 506 W. Michigan Street
"Sara Pajunen is a composer-improviser and a sound and visual artist. Trained as a violinist and employing locally-responsive media ranging from field recordings to drone imagery, her work is motivated by interactions between her ancestral roots, American cultural histories, and connection to our environments through sound." Artist Talk: Wednesday, June 8, 5:30-7 p.m.Sara Pajunen: Drone Photography, Depot Performing Arts Wing, Duluth Art Institute, 506 W. Michigan Street
June 17-July 9
Making the Clayton Jackson McGhie Memorial, The Nordic Center, 23 N. Lake Avenue
“Making the Clayton Jackson McGhie Memorial will include drawings, photographs as well as other documents and materials that artist Carla Stetson and writer Anthony Peyton Porter used during the creative process of designing the memorial. The exhibit will open June 17th, to coincide with Juneteenth." Artist Talk and Gallery Viewing: Friday, June 17, 5-7 p.m.
“Making the Clayton Jackson McGhie Memorial will include drawings, photographs as well as other documents and materials that artist Carla Stetson and writer Anthony Peyton Porter used during the creative process of designing the memorial. The exhibit will open June 17th, to coincide with Juneteenth." Artist Talk and Gallery Viewing: Friday, June 17, 5-7 p.m.
May 16-September 5
Christopher E. Harrison: Contemporary Visions, Duluth Art Institute, John Steffl Gallery, 506 W. Michigan Street
"In 1941, painter Jacob Lawrence created Migration Series—60 panels that chronicle the exodus of southern African Americans to the North. Each panel describes a story, some of opportunity and survival, some of abuse and death. In Contemporary Visions, Harrison adapts Lawrence’s panels into collages with modern narratives, pulling his own distinctive style from the small-scale figurative works. Bright colors and simple shapes create visual interest that draws the viewer in to discover stories as they unfold." Wynn Davis: Salvaged Memories, Corridor Gallery, Duluth Art Institute, 506 W. Michigan Street
"Scraps of paper, bits of string, and sticker remnants are among the materials Wynn Davis gathers during his daily runs. Each token is a fragment of a memory that evolves into bright, poignant collages. In Salvaged Memories, Davis chronicles his 5,400 annual miles by assembling layers of paint, graphite drawings, and salvaged materials on paper." Artist Reception/Talk: Wednesday, June 8, 5:30-7 p.m.
June 10-September 16
Shaun Chosa, Indigenous, AICHO’s Dr. Robert Powless Cultural Center, 212 W. 2nd Street
"Shaun Chosa, a Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa tribal citizen and painter/graphic design artist, will show 30+ large scale paintings that mostly feature new works depicting Indigenous portraits, some with his added “Classic Shaun Chosa Style” pop culture artistic influence for an extended period of time in our AICHO Galleries. Chosa had his first art gallery showing in Ely in 2000, and sold half of his paintings within the first hour of the artist reception! He has shown his eye-catching, curious, beautiful and captivating work since then at the Duluth Art Institute and several other galleries across the state." Gallery Viewing Hours: Fridays from 4-6 p.m.
"Shaun Chosa, a Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa tribal citizen and painter/graphic design artist, will show 30+ large scale paintings that mostly feature new works depicting Indigenous portraits, some with his added “Classic Shaun Chosa Style” pop culture artistic influence for an extended period of time in our AICHO Galleries. Chosa had his first art gallery showing in Ely in 2000, and sold half of his paintings within the first hour of the artist reception! He has shown his eye-catching, curious, beautiful and captivating work since then at the Duluth Art Institute and several other galleries across the state." Gallery Viewing Hours: Fridays from 4-6 p.m.
Steven Lemke & Kelsie Ward: Dislocation, Morrison Gallery, Duluth Art Institute, 506 W. Michigan Street
"Installation artists Steven Lemke and Kelsie Ward build environments that question how we locate ourselves within natural and human-made landscapes. Materials sourced from the construction industry including polystyrene, cast resin, and plywood bring together Lemke and Ward’s themes of place, perspective, and our increasingly constructed reality." Artist Reception/Talk: Wednesday, June 8, 5:30-7 p.m.
"Installation artists Steven Lemke and Kelsie Ward build environments that question how we locate ourselves within natural and human-made landscapes. Materials sourced from the construction industry including polystyrene, cast resin, and plywood bring together Lemke and Ward’s themes of place, perspective, and our increasingly constructed reality." Artist Reception/Talk: Wednesday, June 8, 5:30-7 p.m.
Featured Class: Saturday, June 25, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Cross Stitch, Duluth Folk School, 1917 W. Superior Street
"Cross stitch is a simple method of embroidery in which stitches are made in an X pattern on a gridded fabric to create patterns ranging from simple and blocky to detailed and elaborate. In this class you will learn how to select materials, tools, and patterns as well as the basics of cross stitch. After class you will be able to begin any project large or small on your own. In class you will receive beginner materials such as a hoop, fabric, needles, and thread. A variety of patterns will be available for you to choose from for your first project. We will begin projects in class for you to complete at home. Cost: $69"
Cross Stitch, Duluth Folk School, 1917 W. Superior Street
"Cross stitch is a simple method of embroidery in which stitches are made in an X pattern on a gridded fabric to create patterns ranging from simple and blocky to detailed and elaborate. In this class you will learn how to select materials, tools, and patterns as well as the basics of cross stitch. After class you will be able to begin any project large or small on your own. In class you will receive beginner materials such as a hoop, fabric, needles, and thread. A variety of patterns will be available for you to choose from for your first project. We will begin projects in class for you to complete at home. Cost: $69"
Learn a Tangle!
Feathers, created by CZT Suzanne McNeill, is an easy fill pattern with lots of drama. Click the link to learn how to draw this tangle line-by-line. It will make a lovely border. Add some simple shading or a touch of color and use it to decorate envelopes, holiday 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.
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!
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.
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.