2019-2020 SEASON

BROCHURE

Spark your creative flair

This activity is made possible by the voters of

Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State

Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural

heritage fund.

ArtStart’s MissionThe mission of ArtStart is to inspire artistic creativity and illuminate the connections among people, ideas, and the environment through quality arts education experiences for all.

About ArtStartArtStart is located in the Mac-Groveland neighborhood of Saint Paul and primarily serves the 7-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. Founded in 1988, the goals of the organization are to:

Provide integrated arts and education opportunities that engender knowledge and appreciation of art, culture and the environment among teachers and students in schools and summer programs.

Model good stewardship of the environment by recycling materials for creative use throughout the 7-county Metro area.

Enable young people and families, especially those without adequate prior access, to participate in artmaking through classes, opportunities at community festivals, partnerships with schools and social service agencies.

Support artists’ creativity and capacity to link art with environmental, cultural and educational issues by providing materials, employment, training and commissions.

All of ArtStart’s core programs and special projects support the mission, and include a unique blending of human creativity in the arts, and reusing materials to contribute to awareness and protection of the environment.

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Become a MemberWe hope you will consider becoming a member of our organization! In return, you will receive a number of special benefits available only to our members. These include:

• 10% off materials from ArtStart’s ArtScraps Store

• 10% discount on tuition for Winter and Spring Camps for youth ages 6-12 years

• 10% discount on tuition for teens, school age, and pre-school Summer Art and Culture Camps.

Choose the membership level that best fits your pocketbook at www.artstart.org and join today!

To register: Visit our website

www.artstart.orgto fill out the registration

form and pay for classes & camps

Early Bird Registration for Camp Create, Pre-school and School Age Summer Camps SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2020 • 10 AM-4 PM • ARTSCRAPS • 5% discount on tuition for non-members if registered by February 8. • 10% discount on tuition for ArtStart members through

start of camp.

Spring Arts Camp: Passport to South Africa– The People of the HeavensMON.-FRI., MARCH 30-APRIL 3, 2020 • 8:30 AM-3:30 PMZulu people refer to themselves as ‘the people of the heavens’ and they are the largest ethnic group of South Africa. Work with an artist to create beaded wearable art ; draw and paint your favorite animals found in Kruger National Park from the lion to the giraffe and more; learn about Nelson Mandela, humanitarian and former president of South Africa, and create your own puppet production based on one of his favorite African tales.LOCATION: Mount Zion, 1300 Summit Ave., St. PaulAGES: 6-12 yearsFEE: ½ day $185/ full day $355AFTER CARE: M-Th at $7/day

A brochure is available upon request.

ArtStart’s EcoArts FestSATURDAY, MAY 30, 2020 • 11 AM-4 PMNow in its 14th year, ArtStart’s EcoArts Fest is day dedicated to celebrating creativity, culture and conservation of nature through the arts at the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge. It is a day in which students showcase their art work created in art and nature themed residencies working with professional artists from ArtStart. A FREE event, ArtStart’s EcoArts Fest hosts interactive art and nature activities and cultural performances for all!

LOCATION: Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge 3815 American Blvd. East, BloomingtonADMISSION: Free

Winter Arts Camp: Passport to Russia–From Moscow to SiberiaTHURS.-FRI., DECEMBER 26-27 AND JANUARY 2-3, 2019 8:30 AM-3:30 PMJoin ArtStart artists to explore Russia through the arts in a series of 2-day adventures. Learn skills in drawing and painting, textiles, dance and puppetry. Learn about famous art works from the Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, Russia. Listen to the music of Mussorsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition and create your own paintings to go with each gallery. Learn traditional dances from around Russia. Create a matrouska doll and much more.

LOCATION: Mount Zion, 1300 Summit Ave., St. PaulAGES: 6-12 yearsFEE: ½ day $145/ full day $285AFTER CARE: Thursdays only at $7/day

A brochure is available upon request.

Saint Paul Civic Symphony Children’s ConcertSUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 20202 PM PRE-CONCERT ART/MOVEMENT ACTIVITIES WITH ARTISTS 3 PM CONCERTThe Children’s Concert is a spirited, interactive concert for families who love to dance, act, listen and perform to beautiful music performed by the Saint Paul Civic Symphony. Led by artists from ArtStart, the concert features the audience as actors and dancers using art and movement sequences created during the pre-concert activities.

LOCATION: Mount Zion, 1300 Summit Ave., St. PaulADMISSION: Free

Programs for youth & families

CIRCLE THESE DATES

ON YOUR CALENDAR!

Camp Create and Internship for TeensMON.-THURS., JUNE 22-25, 2020 • 9 AM-3:30 PMArtStart’s Camp CREATE is geared for youth ages 13 years+ who want to explore their artist within as they work side-by-side with professional artists to create art inspired by a specific culture. Summer 2020 Camp Create explores Tibet and Mongolia–its people, wildlife, and culture. These classes encourage participants to see people with new eyes, appreciate how interconnected we are as people, no matter where we live, and create art using a variety of materials, processes and techniques. Youth who attend this camp may apply for an internship to work with artists in the school age program and receive a small stipend.

LOCATION: Mount Zion, 1300 Summit Ave., St. PaulAGES: 13+ yearsFEE: Full day $285INTERNSHIP TRAINING: WED., JULY 1, 2020Visit www.artstart.org for a brochure and registration form available in January.

Summer Arts Camp: Passport to Tibet and Mongolia– From Mount Everest to the Gobi DesertMON.-FRI., JULY 6-10 (TIBET) AND JULY 13-17 (MONGOLIA), 2020Book your flight to the fascinating and beautiful countries of Tibet and Mongolia. Explore the geography, wildlife, and cultural arts, as you create art work inspired by Tibetan and Mongolian traditions working with professional artists.

LOCATION: Mount Zion, 1300 Summit Ave., St. PaulAGES/TIME: Pre-school ages 4-5 years (8:30-11:45 am) and ages 6-12 years (Full day: 8:30 am-3:45 pm)FEE: ½ day $185/ full day $355

After care offered until 5 pm. Scholarships available. Brochure available in Jan.

ArtStart offers two types of classes taught by professional artists for adults and teens who want to spark their creative flair: ART A LA CARTE AND EXPLORING THE BASICSAll classes are taught by professional artists who help you imagine possibilities and demonstrate processes and techniques characteristic of certain materials. Classes are designed for success.

All art materials are provided by ArtStart unless otherwise noted.

Make sure to register online at www.artstart.org at least 2 weeks in advance of the date you choose.

Art a la CarteArt a la Carte classes are for small groups who enjoy making art together. These two-hour classes can be held at ArtStart or at a location convenient to the group—we bring the art materials and artist to you at no extra charge! A minimum of 6 participants/group must be confirmed by the person registering the group. There are no refunds once the group registration is confirmed. Maximum enrollment is 10 participants. Please register at least 2 weeks before the class is to be held.

DATE/TIME: Your choiceFEE: $55/person non-refundable

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The Vivid Vase

If you have a shelf full of clear glass vases that you have collected over the years, we have the perfect solution to giving them pizazz and new life! Work with an artist to add color and design using alcohol paints. You will be amazed at the outcome. Bring your own vase or we will provide one.

Classes for adults & teens

To register: Visit our website

www.artstart.orgto fill out the

registration form and pay for camps

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Luminaries Bask in the gentle glow of a luminary created with an artist. You will be amazed at how a few well-chosen decorative elements and a large dose of imagination make this simple project a work of art perfect for any occasion!

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Paper Quilling The art of quilling, or the coiling and shaping of narrow paper strips to create a design, has been around for hundreds of years. Join an artist to design and make your own special quilling work for cards or framed art works.

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Micro MosaicBring small treasures or photos you have collected from trips, events or loved ones to class. Items should be no larger than 1” x 1”. Then learn simple jewelry techniques working with micro images, beads and more with an artist to turn your memories into wearable art.

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The Tree of Life The Tree of Life is an ancient symbol found around the world in many cultures. Learn about the history and meaning

behind the symbol of the Tree of Life and create your own circular pendant.

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Anishinaabe Beadwork

Julie Boada of the Fond du Lac nation introduces the art of beading. Learn how patterns and colors can signify tribal and family affiliations. Then create your own bead work, as Julie tells traditional stories of her people.

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Sumie Brush and Ink Painting Nature is an important theme in Japanese art. Work with artist Jeanette Dickinson to learn the traditional art of ink and brush painting or sumie.

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Painting on Glass Brought to the Americas by the Spaniards and Europeans, painting on glass is a technique that has been used for centuries. Work with an artist to learn this specialized technique and create your own masterpiece.

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Mandala Art The ancient art of the mandala meets the river rock formed by geological forces millions of years ago. Choose your favorite river rock and using metallic and vibrant colored paint pens, create your own miniature mandala. Use as a paperweight or just a decorative element in your home.

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Design Your Own WorkshopDo you have a special occasion coming up or you just want to get together with friends in an informal and fun setting? We are ready and able to bring to life the concept or project that you have in mind.

To register: Visit our website

www.artstart.orgto fill out the

registration form and pay for classes

Exploring the BasicsNew for 2020 we are adding classes in drawing and painting on a regular basis for those who are interested in learning basic skills. Exploring the Basics is geared for individual sign-ups. Classes are held at ArtStart. Space is limited so it is never too soon to sign up!

DATES: 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each monthTIME: 6:30-8:00 pm LENGTH OF CLASS: 90 minutesLOCATION: ArtStart’s ArtScrapsREGISTRATION: www.artstart.orgLIMITS: Maximum 7 participantsFEE: $35/person non-refundable

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Creative Drawing for BeginnersExperience new ways of seeing the world around you-a critical skill for all who want to learn to draw. Artist Brittany Reif Wenner provides drawing challenges in a fun and encouraging setting.

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Beginning Acrylic PaintingCome learn the basics of acyclic painting techniques in a fun design we will do step by step. Once you learn the basics of design, layout, color blending and layering, you can start creating your own original work!

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Intro to WatercolorCreate a watercolor still life. The artist leads you through several basic watercolor techniques (wet on wet and resist,) as well as tips for painting from observation. You leave with a watercolor fit for framing.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ADULT AND TEEN OFFERINGS: Contact Cindy at cindy@artstart.org or call 651-698-2787.

Exhibits in Gallery B BrieAnna LindquistSEPT. 27-NOV. 11, 2019 BrieAnna Lindquist is an artist and designer living in Minneapolis. She enjoys playful expression of the mundane as well as mundane expression of the emotionally complex. She studied art at Saint Cloud State University.

Opening Fri., Sept. 27 • 6-8 pm

Gift of ArtNOV. 8, 2019-JAN. 15, 2020Local artists display a colorful array of art works and craft items priced just right for holiday gift giving-from jewelry to textiles to pottery to framed paintings and photographs.

Opening Fri., Nov. 8 • 6-8 pm

Anika SchneiderJAN. 24-MARCH 20, 2020Anika Schneider is a graduate of the Minneapolis College of Art & Design. She is a narrative figurative painter. In her work, she experiments with surface material and painting techniques to visually evoke loss, memory, altered realities, and liminal spaces.

Opening Fri., Jan. 24 • 6-8 pm

Will BentsenMARCH 27-MAY 15, 2020Will Bentsen is an American painter who’s work is most often associated with abstraction and action painting. Bentsen was a co-founder the “legendary Houston anti-art collective” I LOVE YOU BABY (1997–2007). He lives and works in Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota.

Opening Fri., March 27 • 6-8 pm

Erica RileyMAY 8-JUNE 26, 2020Erica Riley is an artists primarily focused in the Twin Cities. Her work is rooted in photography and classical architecture. She graduated from Saint Cloud State University. Ericas work has been shown at the MIA as well as various locations in Minnesota and New York.

Opening Fri., May 8 • 6-8 pm

More from ArtStart ArtStart’s ArtScraps: Creative

Reuse Materials & Idea Center An innovative concept that combines waste management with art making, ArtStart’s ArtScraps is a unique partnership with businesses and manufacturers, in which the organization collect scraps, overstock, factory rejects, and other items normally destined for

the landfill. Products are on display, just like any other retail operation. The stock changes frequently, bringing

new surprises every week. Sample projects show how materials can be used, and an artist is available

on-site to talk about project ideas. In 2018-19, ArtStart’s ArtScraps kept over 65,000 pounds of discards out of the waste stream.

Birthday PartiesAGES 5-12, TEENS, AND ADULTSIf you want a creative, fun, memorable, rather trouble-free, birthday party, then try an ArtScraps Birthday Party. Our two-hour birthday party includes scrap invitations, working with an artist to create an art project and a party favor bag for all participants to take home.

Parties are held on Saturdays and Sundays at ArtStart for ages 5 and up.

Cost for children and teens: $200 for up to 10 children; $15/additional child. Limited to 12 children. Cost for adults: $300 for up to 7 adults.

ArtStart Community WorkshopsLed by professional artists, ArtStart Community Workshops bring art programming to community sites such as libraries, daycares, pre-schools, public housing, and organizations who want to offer high-quality art experiences for the youth they serve.

ScrapMobile Artful Reuse WorkshopsWe bring fabulous, funky, repurposed materials from ArtStart’s ArtScraps Materials Reuse Center to your site along with a message about the importance of the 3-R’s and art activities that spark the imagination.

Workshop topics include: Rube Goldberg’s Marble Machine; Hilarious Headpieces; Jewelry from Junk; Marvelous Mobiles; Inventor’s Workshop; Build Small; and, Junkosaurus to name a few.

Many Cultures/Many Voices workshops Learn about other cultures, art forms, and celebrations while promoting our common bond as global citizens. Whenever possible, workshops are taught by artists from the culture who bring a wealth of cultural knowledge to each experience. Besides helping youth create exciting artistic products, many artists share artifacts, clothing, and their own artwork.

Workshop topics include: African Gris Gris; Gees Bend Quilters; The Art of Remembrance: The Offrenda; Japanese Folk Art Traditions; Molas Panama Style; Spirits of the Arctic Circle; and, Folk Arts of India, plus many others.

Festivals and Special EventsOne of ArtStart’s signature programs is our festival work. Initiated in 1990, we have brought unique art projects to major Twin Cities festivals and small neighborhood events alike. We work with you to design and implement art activities or larger interactive projects that fit the theme of your special event. We like to use creative materials from ArtStart’s ArtScraps to defray the cost and spark each art maker’s imagination. Prices vary depending on scope, length and number of artists needed.

For more information:

Visit www.artstart.orgemail cindy@artstart.org

call 651-698-2787

School ResidenciesArtStart’s artist-in-residence program focuses on unlocking each individual’s creative artist within. You can count on an ArtStart artist to bring innovative and fresh perspectives to your classroom. Whether exploring the relationship of the arts to ecology or culture or deepening a skill in an art form, an ArtStart residency is designed to encourage:

• creativity • conservation & environmental stewardship• craftsmanship • cultural awareness • collaboration • celebration

NEW! ArtStart Puts the “ E and A” in STEMArtStart offers a variety of school residencies that are geared to integrate learning in the arts with nature-based learning or E-STE(A)M. Residencies can be customized to fit environmental themes or topics and implemented through music, or art, or storytelling/puppetry taught by artists who bring different cultural perspectives.

Below are some examples of ArtStart E-STE(A)M residencies:

The Green School of the Future combines architectural design with mathematical skills of measurement, scale, and geometry. Students learn about alternative energy resources, sustainable landscape design, and new building materials working with an architect. Then students blend functional and creative design and build a model of their green school using materials from ArtStart’s ArtScraps.

TOPS is the historical, cultural, and scientific study of the toy top with instrument maker and composer Douglas Ewart. Based on his nationally acclaimed project “Sonic Tops” in which he creates toy tops from all sorts of discards that spin, Ewart works with students to create their own tops. Together with a professor from the Physics Department of the University of Minnesota in a hands-on presentation, the concepts of force, torque, rotation and more come alive. The residency concludes with students spinning their tops as part of an improvisational music piece led by Ewart.

Artistic Migration: Birds of the Mississippi River Flyway is a collaboration with Audubon Minnesota. This residency builds on physiology, biology and river ecology. The residency begins with a classroom visit for 1 to 2 days

by Audubon Minnesota outreach staff in which students learn about endangered species of birds and

climate change. Students then select their favorite bird to further research with the classroom teacher. The visual artist

leads students in the creation of a bird pole puppet, headpiece, or mask using a variety of materials. Birds can be suspended from the ceiling around the school and displayed with the research reports.

Pollinator Particulars reinforces biology—life cycles—and ecology concepts while addressing stresses on Minnesota’s native bee populations or Monarch butterflies. The artist skillfully weaves the art and science of bees and/or Monarch Butterflies into her/his instruction. Students create scientifically correct bee houses as wearable art with the artists or Monarch wings and headpieces.

River EcoJourneys is the study of water and its importance to all living things. Students identify the river nearest their school and learn about water quality, issues of pollution, pollution solutions, and river habitat. Students research a specific animal family such as amphibians, mammals, fish, etc that inhabit the river system and create an interactive painted or mosaic mural using connectivity technology. The mural becomes a teaching tool when student research is recorded and played back when the animal is touched by an onlooker.

The Art of Plastics addresses issues impacting our world and quality of life. The artist skillfully integrates statistical information about the issue of plastic pollution. Students collect plastics and together with a visual artist reuse the plastic in creative small group installations.

For more information

or a residency brochure:

Contact carol@artstart.org

or call 651-698-2787

To register: Visit our website

www.artstart.orgto fill out the registration

form and pay for workshops & camps