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January 30-February 12, 2012
Experience the glory of winter in Northern Minnesota where the sparkling winterscape is mesmerizing. The Winter Arts Festival is comprised of two unique events, the Snow Carving Symposium & Winter Plein Air, rousing artists to dress warm and discover the joy of winter. Share the story of winter, celebrate the color of white and delve deeper into the creative spirit. There are many ways to be involved in this fun and interactive festival. Be a participant, an observer or a student…just dress warm.
Paint: January 30-February 5 @ Camp Menogyn
Does paint freeze? Winter Plein Air brings a unique set of challenges to plein air painting such as a subtle color palette and temperature control. Adventurous artists ski across a frozen lake teetering on the edge of the Boundary Waters (BWCA) to chase the limited daylight and battle the freezing temperatures to capture the scenic landscape.
Exhibit & Sale: February 3-12 @ the Art Colony
An exhibit & sale of the freshly painted works will be on display at the Grand Marais Art Colony. Opening Reception will be hosted on Friday, February 3rd at 6pm.
TO VIEW PHOTOS OF THE 2011 EVENT: click here!
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January 30-February 12, 2012
Winter Arts Festival : Snow Carving SymposiumCarving Creation: January 30-February 3, 2012
On Display: February 3-12, 2012 (weather permitting)
Experience the glory of winter in Northern Minnesota where the sparkling winterscape is mesmerizing. The Winter Arts Festival is comprised of two unique events, the Snow Carving Symposium & Winter Plein Air, rousing artists to dress warm and discover the joy of winter.
Join us as we explore the depths of snow-itivity!
The Snow Carving Symposium challenges artists to transform simple blocks of snow into ornate works of art. The carvings will be hosted by local businesses throughout Cook County and will be on display February 3-12 (weather permitting).
*CALL FOR ARTISTS* Seeking creative minds to sign up to participate. Snow blocks will be provided. A stipend & lodging can be provided to registered artists.
Register to participate by: January 14, 2012 (click here to DOWNLOAD a registration form)
TO VIEW PHOTOS OF THE 2011 EVENT: click here.
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February 15-19, 2012
Celebrate the Art and Craft of Fibers in the heart of cozy winter. This 5 day retreat features a variety of classes, Lunch and Learn lectures and a community dance, all while celebrating with other fiber enthusiasts.Co-hosted with the North House Folk School and the Northwoods Fiber Guild. Classes and programs will be offered at both the Art Colony & North House.
Click "More Info" for a schedule of Northern Fibers Retreat Art Colony classes.
Lunch & Learn, Friday 2/17 & Saturday 2/18
Whether you are a student taking a class or just interested in fiber, join us for Lunch & Learn which includes a catered lunch by a local restaurant ($12). Students and public may bring their own bagged lunch & listen to the lecture withouth the catered lunch (free):
Fri, Feb 17: Karen Lohn, "Peace Fibres: Stitching a Soulful World" catered by The Crooked Spoon at the North House
Sat, Feb 18: Nancy Daley, "What Can You Make Paper Out Of?" catered by The Pie Place Cafe at the Art Colony
Scroll down to the bottom of the Fiber Retreat page and click "Fiber Retreat Lunch Reservation Form" for a pdf with more information about menu, lecture description and reservations.
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March 23 - April 1, 2012
Rhythms of Darkness & Light:::::::: Call for Artists :::::::: Register to participate by: January 20, 2012
The Spring Theme Exhibit is collaborative project between the Art Colony & the Spirit of the Wilderness Church that encourages artists to create new work in response to the varied theme. Last year’s Spring Theme was “Biophilia: Sacred Inner & Outer Landscapes”.
In this year’s theme, Rhythms of Darkness & Light, we ask artists to reflect on the effect of lightness vs darkness, seasonality and natures instance on emergence.
"There is light in the shadows and shadow in the light, and black in the blue of the sky." - Lucy Larcom
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April 9-22, 2012
Join us in a spring adventure with Hazel Belvo as she undertakes a major body of large-scale work at the Art Colony. She will open the studio and her heart, intellect, and creative process to the community through public lectures and daily open houses. More info
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July 14-15, 2012
Info from 2011 Festival:Grand Marais Arts Festival : July 9 & 10, 2011
Once again the quaint streets of Grand Marais came alive during the 21st annual Grand Marais Arts Festival organized by the Grand Marais Art Colony. Over 70 local and regional artists set up by the glistening shores of Lake Superior for two days during the peak of summer to showcase their unique handcrafted work and provide insight into their artistic process through demonstration and dialogue.
The festival was Saturday, July 9 at 9 a.m.–5 p.m. and Sunday, July 10 from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Direct access to the artists during this fine arts festival provides visitors and art lovers an excellent opportunity to meet exhibiting artists while celebrating the long tradition of fine arts on the shore of Lake Superior.
Emerging Artists - Interested in applying but unsure of a few things, check out these classes to help you prepare your application:
Festival Booth 101 with Michael Tonder
Digital Portfolio Pictures with Tom Christiansen
2011 Best in Show Award:
Anthony Huonder of Ash Pottery : Booth# 76
2011 Best Booth Award:
Cooper Ternes of Nordic Wooden Ware : Booth# 59
A big THANK YOU to all exhibiting artists, volunteers and patrons from the Art Colony for participating in this great event. We look forward to seeing you again in 2012!
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August 26 to September 2, 2011
9th Annual Plein Air Painting Competition & Exhibition SaleParticipate : Learn : Observe : Purchase
Artists leave the studio and venture into the great outdoors to celebrate the unique beauty of the North Shore landscape. Witness blank canvasses become exquisite moments in local history. Competition area is anywhere in Cook County, MN-from the Canadian Border to the Caribou River in Schroeder. An exhibition sale of the week long competitions work will be on display from September 2-25, 2011 at the Johnson Heritage Post.
Congratulations to our 2011 Plein Air Competition Winners!
1st Place: Scott Lloyd Anderson
2nd Place: Susan Novak
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3rd Place: Christopher Copeland
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Night Paint: Michelle Wegler
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Quick Paint: Neil Sherman
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People's Choice: Lisa Stauffer
To view the artwork created during the weeklong competition:
Main Competition, Quick Paint and Night Paint.
WATCH. The video created by WDSE The Playlist recorded during the Quick Paint is now available for viewing online. Click here to watch.
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September 23 - October 2, 2011
The Grand Marais Art Colony Member Show & Sale is an exceptional exhibit that showcases the breadth and variety of art work created by our Members. Glass, ceramics, oil, encaustic, sumi-e, watercolor, mono-prints, sculpture, collage; the diversity and talent is endless.Join us for this year's Member Show exhibit Friday, September 23 through Sunday, October 2 and purchase dynamic pieces from a variety of price ranges.
View images of the artwork by clicking here.
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Thursday, November 10, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm & 5 - 7 pm
Grand Marais Art Colony wins an Award for Empty Bowls! : October 18, 2011We are pleased to announce that the Art Colony won a Generosity Award from the Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation’s 2011 Touchstone Awards for organizing Empty Bowls.
A big THANK YOU to the community, business owners and committee members who's hard work to raise funds for the local food shelf has not gone unnoticed!
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