Art 4 Shelter (A4S) is an annual fundraiser for Simpson Housing Services. It’s an art sale and auction featuring original works by emerging and established artists. One hundred percent of the proceeds benefits Simpson’s mission to house, support, and advocate for people experiencing homelessness.
In partnership with Norway House, this two-part class is an invitation to explore the elements and archetypes of Viking artwork through hands-on drawing exercises focusing on the Urnes style.
During the weekend of May 17, 2024, we return around the tables to read the cards, make new friends, and rekindle spiritual and emotional relationships that are dear to us. Each North Star is a deep dive into the Tarot cards of the year. 2024 is the year of Justice, Star and sometimes Strength (2+0+2+4=8). Pretty telling of an election year although we ask for a space of neutrality in terms of politics and religion.
Hey All! I’ll be reading tarot cards in person again during the Art-A-Whirl at Turbo Tim’s Crush-a-Whirl!.
Crush-A-Whirl is Turbo Tim's BIGGEST community event of the year, held during Art-A-Whirl in NE Minneapolis!!! Join us and dozens of amazing local talents for an AWESOME day of fun and inspiration for the whole family!!!
Art Show: 12-6pm * Kids Entertainers: 1-4pm * Car Crush: 4pm * Live Music: 5-8pm
The whole event runs from 12pm-8pm, visit the official event page for a detailed schedule, map, and more info: https://turbotims.com/crush-a-whirl/
Stay tuned while we announce the schedule and roster of participants as the event approaches!
This class will be held in partnership with Celtic Junction via Zoom. Participants will explore knotwork interlacing patterns based on a square grid using several methods of construction as well as the geometry used to construct Celtic spiral patterns in the round. We will complete our study by experimenting with freehand studies of zoomorphic (animal-shaped) knotwork.
Art in the Hollow (AITH) is a multidisciplinary arts festival run primarily by artists and entirely by community members. Established in 2010 by members of Friends of Swede Hollow (FOSH), AITH has since encouraged visitors to discover the natural amenities while engaging with local artists, small businesses, and the diverse cultures of the East Side.
In this seminar and discussion, teaching artist Jeanine Malec will highlight the overlapping motifs as well as unique characteristics that unite and define these two fascinating historical traditions in knotwork and design. Rounding out our panel, Carstens Smith, Director of Education at Norway House and Steve Griffith, Education Chair and history instructor at Celtic Junction will share their insights on the overlapping histories between Norway and Ireland and how they intersect in America.
In partnership with Norway House, this two-part class is an invitation to explore the elements and archetypes of Viking artwork through hands-on drawing exercises focusing on the Mammen style.
In partnership with Norway House, this two-part class is an invitation to explore the elements and archetypes of Viking artwork through hands-on drawing exercises focusing on the Ringerike style.
This class will be held in person at Celtic Junction in the education classroom. Participants will explore knotwork interlacing patterns based on a square grid using several methods of construction as well as the geometry used to construct Celtic spiral patterns in the round. We will complete our study by experimenting with freehand studies of zoomorphic (animal-shaped) knotwork.
Step into the cosmic abyss and transcend the ordinary at Star Gate—an Avant-Garde Solstice Celebration that dares to defy the conventional. Held on December 23rd from 7-11pm at the mystical Modus Locus Expansion, this private costume ball promises an otherworldly experience that will challenge the boundaries of your reality.
Chicago Avenue Fire Arts Center (CAFAC) will host its 8th annual RedHot Art Market on Saturday, December 16, from 11am to 5pm. This event is our biggest fundraiser of the year for our scholarship fund, with 30% of sales going towards the fund. Our scholarship program has never been more popular - as of October 2023 we have provided more than $10,000 in scholarships this year! The RedHot Art Market will have a wide variety of items for sale by our incredibly talented local community of artists & makers. It is a fun day filled with lots of good energy and creative joy, designed to allow artists & makers to help each other learn and flourish as a community. It’s an opportunity to support a creative community resource, buy some kick ass artwork, and have fun doing it.
Nordic Julemarket is popping up again at our Norwegian-American "home" at Norway House!
20 Nordic-inspired artisans and small businesses will fill the beautiful new event hall at Norway House. You can also check out Tuesday Open House at Mindekirken, Gingerbread Wonderland in the Norway House Galleri, a pottery demonstration by Renee Petersen alongside all the other awesome vendors, and other exciting festivities!
A full list of vendors will be posted as the event approaches.
My year Ahead Readings are a 16 card tarot spread that combines a card for each month with a past present future draw. A great way to integrate last year's experiences and set intentions at the top of the New Year! These readings are available through the month of January. Fill out my contact form to schedule an hour long session, priced on a sliding scale. Readings can be done via video chat or in person, depending on location.
Make plans to attend the 2023 Nokomis Fall Urban Art and Craft Fair at Lake Nokomis Community Center on Saturday, November 18, 9:30 am-4 pm.
Drop in any time between 9:30 am and 4 pm to browse a selection of handmade gifts, jewelry, ceramics, paper goods, woodworking, textiles, glass, sweets and treats, and more! Plus FREE kid's activities will be available.
Get a jump on holiday shopping, support local indie crafters and artists and enjoy art made by our talented creative community. Hope to see you there!
This class will be held in person at Celtic Junction in the education classroom. Participants will explore knotwork interlacing patterns based on a square grid using several methods of construction as well as the geometry used to construct Celtic spiral patterns in the round. We will complete our study by experimenting with freehand studies of zoomorphic (animal-shaped) knotwork. Students should have graph paper, a straight-edge ruler, and a variety of preferred drawing materials (pencils, pens, colored pencils, markers, etc.) If available, a compass/protractor would be very useful to have but is not required.
Anyone can draw! Celebrating small successes and couching our knotwork studies in historical context, together we will examine the artistic traditions of the late Viking age (c. 950 – 1125 CE), as represented by zoomorphic (animal – shaped) design. This 3-part class will cover the basic elements of Mammen, Ringerike and Urnes knot styles, informed by treasures such as the Greater Jelling Stone, the Heggen Weather Vane and Urnes Stave Church, respectively. Students should come equipped with drawing media of choice (pencils, pens, markers) as well as an 11x18” sketchbook. Additional materials will be provided by the instructor.
If you missed my first Ogham class in March, you have another upcoming opportunity to enroll!
The old Irish Ogham alphabet can be understood in many ways; as a mnemonic system, tree calendar, divination tool, or meditative prompt among others. In this 4 part class, we will introduce each of the 4 Ogham Aicmes (with 5 ‘fid’ each) as well as the forfeda (an additional 5 characters) for a total of 25 Feda.
Hey All! I’ll be reading tarot cards in person again during the Art-A-Whirl at Turbo Tim’s Crush-a-Whirl!.
Crush-A-Whirl is Turbo Tim's BIGGEST community event of the year, held during Art-A-Whirl in NE Minneapolis!!! Join us and dozens of amazing local talents for an AWESOME day of fun and inspiration for the whole family!!!
Art Show: 12-6pm * Kids Entertainers: 1-4pm * Car Crush: 4pm * Live Music: 5-8pm
The whole event runs from 12pm-8pm, visit the official event page for a detailed schedule, map, and more info: https://turbotims.com/crush-a-whirl/
Stay tuned while we announce the schedule and roster of participants as the event approaches!
Opening Tuesday, April 18th 7-8:30pm and on display for the foreseeable future, Celtic Kaleidoscope celebrates designs from historical sources such as Newgrange, the Book of Kells, and traditional Celtic ornament, this series offers whimsical interpretations of Spiral and Knot patterns in the round. Each piece weaves together ancient formal conventions with a modern color palette to produce a kaleidoscope of Celtic pattern language.
The old Irish Ogham alphabet can be understood in many ways; as a mnemonic system, tree calendar, divination tool, or meditative prompt among others. In this 4 part class, we will introduce each of the 4 Ogham Aicmes (with 5 ‘fid’ each) as well as the forfeda (an additional 5 characters) for a total of 25 Feda.
2023 is the year of the Chariot and Tower. What does that mean for you, for us? I’ll be participating in this event by doing a 9 rune reading for the coming 2023 year. This event will be play-centered and fun, sign up through the link in the event page by clicking on thumbnail image to the left.
Human Be-In of the Chariot and Tower, a cyber event all day on Saturday, Feb 4rth, will be a gathering of great works and play to approach this year as Charioteer.
Join Chicago Avenue Fire Arts Center on Saturday, December 17th, 11am-5pm, for the 7th RedHot Art Market! This fun-filled holiday shopping event is also the largest fundraiser for CAFAC's scholarship fund. It's a day meant to fuel community as we mingle with friends old and new, support our local artisans, give that scholarship fund a little boost, and find some unique gifts for all of our loved ones.
Featuring the original work of 38 talented artists and makers, you're sure to find something for all of your gift giving needs. We will have the entire shop and the space next door filled with talented artists & makers with a huge array of awesome work to choose from!
Edie Makes Things and AnnaBOMBB are thrilled to bring you the Nightmare Before Christmas Holiday Market! Featuring 30+ elder emo, alternative adult, or grown goth artist, makers, and bakers, if you're spooky and shopping this holiday season we've got you covered here.
Live music, complimentary cocktails for our 21+ shoppers, and more! Come get festive!
Sigils, as we commonly call them now, are symbols charged with intention. In this 2 hour introduction to Sigilcraft, participants will develop a working knowledge of the origins, construction and practical application of Sigils for everyday usage. Art materials and a visual reference library will be provided, no experience or special skills needed). If there are specific symbol sets that speak to your cosmology, you may find having visual references to those helpful to have on hand, so bring your own as desired. At the conclusion of class, participants will leave with several types of Sigils that they crafted to work with in their own magickal practices.
A free Zoom webinar presented by Molly McIntosh with panelists Carrie Finnigan and Jeanine Malec. Hosted by Natalie O'Shea. Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/.../reg.../WN_Cpt6sJCPSV2VA-hfJo9chQ
This webinar will provide an overview of street art in Northern Ireland with beautiful and moving murals made by local artists. These murals explore the Northern Irish conflict in a way that only witnesses could portray with images that walk viewers through more than thirty years of history, resistance, and conflict. Audiences will view works from past and present, from Derry to Belfast, and discover how street art became a cultural phenomenon in Ireland.
Make plans to attend the 2022 Nokomis Fall Urban Art and Craft Fair at Lake Nokomis Community Center on Saturday, November 12, 9:30 am-4 pm.
Drop in any time between 9:30 am and 4 pm to browse a selection of handmade gifts, jewelry, ceramics, paper goods, woodworking, textiles, glass, sweets and treats, and more! Plus FREE kid's activities will be available.
Get a jump on holiday shopping, support local indie crafters and artists and enjoy art made by our talented creative community. Hope to see you there!
Join Royal Foundry Craft Spirits for a local market featuring 20 local small businesses. Plants, jewelry, clothing, food items, clay items, gems, pet items and more. A list of the vendors will be posted on our social media in the days prior to the event.
Click here for facebook event page, more details to come!
Join Royal Foundry Craft Spirits for a local market featuring 20 local small businesses. Plants, jewelry, clothing, food items, clay items, gems, pet items and more. A list of the vendors will be posted on our social media in the days prior to the event.
Crush-a-Whirl is back for Art-a-Whirl this year!!! Join us at Turbo Tim's for an awesome day jam-packed with live music, local artists, delicious food, and a monster truck style car crush!!!
The event will take place at Turbo Tim's in NE Minneapolis on May 21st, 12pm-8pm. Pop in for a bit or do it big and stay for the whole day of excitement!
Stay tuned while we announce the schedule and roster of participants as the event approaches!
MAYDAY LIVES! Come get down to a decentralized South Minneapolis annual rite by showing up for an informal parade along Bloomington Avenue between Lake St and Powderhorn Park at 12:00 Noon on May 1st, followed by a rally and festival on the intersection of Chicago & Lake Street at 2:00pm organized by Heart of the Beast Puppet Theater in coordination with Kalpulli KetzalCoatlicue, MN Immigrant Rights Coalition, Migizi, El Collegio and Roosevelt Highschool. I’ll be with Daughters and Sons of Yta, a local Scandinavian Spirituality practice group during the march and presentations at Chi-Lake.
Poster Graphics borrowed from Heart of the Beast by: MIRAC member, Mari Mansfield
Tarot is both a powerful tool of storytelling and of healing. Tarot is a reflection into our minds, hearts, and souls. It is an invitation to immerse ourselves in stories of past, present, and future. Both individual and collective, temporary and eternal.
Archetypes of Healing is an exhibition by and for survivors of childhood trauma to come together and share stories of their healing journeys inspired by the enchanting lessons that tarot has to offer us. It seeks to honor the richness and complexity of our lives through the transformative power of art.
Archetypes of Healing is proud to feature and uplift 15 survivor-artists, across an abundance of mediums. Join them on February 15th, 2022 in the launch of this healing space.
For nearly 14 years, The Twin Cites Tarot Collective has produced the annual North Star Tarot Conference to kindle new fires in the dead of winter.
This year, due to COVID concerns, it will be a divine online event full of magic making during this season of Love and Sex. There are 10 teacher/artists that will offer a video story of the Lovers/Devils, creating a great Valentine card, candle magic, sigils, a Tarot art board plus more! In addition, we will have a great sale of new and old Tarot decks.
This online event will be available through the CrowdCast.io website and accessible until the Spring Equinox, March 21rst. In addition, we will have an online auction of tarot books and decks.
Art Shanty Projects is a four-weekend winter art festival on a frozen Lake Harriet/Bde Unma in Minneapolis. Artists are selected to create temporary structures and interactive, engaging art experiences and performances, turning a barren, frozen lake into a vibrant, colorful winter village.
The Chicago Avenue Fire Arts Center has been awarded one of the 2022 Art Shanties! Our shanty is called The Portals. It will be a shanty village made up of three to five structures. Each structure will be covered with doors, or Portals. Once opened, they reveal very different ideas and experiences. Each of the Portals encourages the visitors to explore, experience, and share their reactions and observations within their group. The Portals may ask visitors to create something – a work of art, a train of thought, an expression of joy, or a moment of contemplation.
The Otherworldly Arts Collective (bringers of such magical events at the Unicorn Art Show)is putting on their annual "Dark Holiday Contest" in 2021. Email in your dark holiday artwork by Dec 20 to otherworldlyartsmpls@gmail.com. Winners receive gift cards to Dick Blick arts supplies. All submissions posted to their Instagram feed on December 24th @otherworldlyartscollective
Join us Saturday, December 18th, 11am-5pm for our 6th RedHot Art Market!!! This is a fun filled holiday shopping event, which is also the largest fundraiser for CAFAC's scholarship fund. Let our fires and spirits warm you as we enjoy a winter wonderland at the Chicago Avenue Fire Arts Center. It's a day meant to fuel community as we mingle with friends old and new, support our local artisans, give that scholarship fund a little boost, and find some unique gifts for all of our loved ones.
