Northfield Arts Guild

Post-show Discussion with Kari Halker-Saathoff
2019-08-04 16:30 - 17:30 (America/Chicago) | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 Third Street W, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Join us for a post-show discussion with Kari Halker-Saathoff on Sunday, August 4 at the Guild Theater.

Special exhibition at the Guild Theater
Odysseus and Penelope: The Long Journey showcases the work of Kari Halker-Saathoff, who has always been fascinated with stories of adventure. In creating her interpretation, Kari fashioned images on ceramic vessels that represent Penelope’s remarkable story, while her illustrations tell the story of Odysseus. For many, even those who have not read Homer’s The Odyssey, Odysseus’ adventures are part of our cultural knowledge. Given this familiarity, Halker-Saathoff depicts his journey within the mythological time period while reimagining the timeless and transcendent story – a story that has stayed with her throughout the years.
While many of the illustration titles are inspired by the text of The Odyssey, in contrast, the titles accompanying each of Penelope’s vessels are inspired by the Women’s March of 2017, as well as current news stories. Halker-Saathoff has purposely chosen to align Penelope’s heroic journey within the present context of female struggle and empowerment. Her ambition for this show is to illuminate the many parallels between the present and 650 B.C.E.

CASTastrophe2 Auditions
2019-08-06 18:30 - 20:30 | 411 West 3rd Street, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Auditions for CASTastrophe2 are August 6th and 7th, 6:30 to 8:30pm, with director Pauline Jennings: 404 Plum Street , Northfield. Sign up for a 15 minute time slot by emailing the director at eniluap.jennings@gmail.com
Auditions Requirement: Pick a song to sing that has backing tracks on YouTube (karaoke) and shows emotional, dynamic and vocal range. Or, bring along your proposed scene/monologue to perform.

What is CASTastrophe2?

Northfield’s brightest stars perform songs and scenes from roles in which they would NEVER be cast. The results are a thrilling and hilarious musical revue! In fact, it’s so much fun, we’ve brought it back for a second year to honor and benefit the Guild.
Join the Guild and Rebound Enterprises as they present the 2nd year of a blow-the-doors-off-CASTastrophe! It’s SO big this year, we’re performing at Armory Square!
Performances:
Thursday, September 26, 2019 @ 7:30pm
Friday, September 27, 2019 @ 7:30 pm
Saturday, September 28, 2019 @ 7:30 pm
Sunday, September 29, 2019 @ 2:00 pm
Venue: Armory Square, 519 Division St S, Northfield
CASTastrophe 2 is sponsored and made possible by:

Works In Progress Artist Mixer
2019-08-08 18:00 - 20:00 | 411 West 3rd Street, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Join us for an Artist Mixer on Thursday, Aug 8 | 6-8 pm at Corks & Pints, 22 Fourth St NE, Faribault!
The Paradise Center for the Arts and the Northfield Arts Guild are proud to co-host this opportunity for visual artists to connect. Bring in a current piece (in-progress or recently finished) and your ideas to discuss in an encouraging, low-pressure environment.
Don’t have a current work to share? No problem! Come to meet and
mingle with area visual artists. This Artist Mixer is FREE & open
artists at all levels – bring a friend!
RSVP by Aug 6 info@paradisecenterforthearts.org · 507.332.7372 x4

60th Anniversary Kickoff Ice Cream Social
2019-08-20 18:30 - 20:00 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 West Third Street, Northfield, MN, 55057
All are invited to a celebration of the Northfield Arts Guild’s 60th Anniversary
Join us on our anniversary for an ice cream social to celebrate the Guild and Myrna Johnson – who helped launch the Guild on August 20, 1959!

Tuesday, August 20
6:30-8:00 pm
Northfield Arts Guild Theater

Enjoy fun flavors of ice cream!
Celebrate 60 years – and Myrna Johnson Day!
Learn about our upcoming anniversary season of arts programming!
Admission and ice cream are free!

The event also gives us the opportunity to thank Myrna Johnson – whose contributions helped launch, shape and sustain the Guild from our founding in 1959 to the present! The City of Northfield has declared August 20, 2019 as Myrna Johnson Day!

It’s not a celebration without you – we hope to see you!

Riverfront Fine Arts Festival
2019-09-07 - 2019-09-08 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Riverfront Fine Arts Festival
The Riverfront Fine Arts Festival began in the 1970s! Currently, it takes place on the second weekend of September and runs in conjunction with the Defeat of Jesse James Days. Set along the idyllic Cannon River walkway, over 65 fine artists and craftspersons sell their work – ceramics, jewelry, paintings, fiber, wood and steel – there is something for everyone!
September 7 & 8, 2019
Time: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm both days
Rain or shine!

Volunteer Opportunity: Help the artists at Riverfront Fine Arts Festival!

During the weekend of September 7 & 8, 2019 you can help the exhibiting artists make this event a success! Help direct artist traffic, unload vehicles, make coffee, deliver water and snacks to artists, hand out fliers, lead an art demo, and more!

We’d love your help! Email Volunteer Manager, Megan Proft: megan@northfieldartsguild.org
2019 Exhibiting Artists

Artist Name | Business Name | Medium
Northfield Arts Guild Artist / Info Tent
Northfield Arts Guild’s Inspiration Station
Indicates new artist

Michelle Ahlers, Demichellah, Jewelry
Dave Angell, Angell’s Images, Photography
Selena Bergstrom, Bergstrom Studios, Painting, printmaking
Amy Brown, Sweet Creek Originals, Jewelry
Bud Bullivant, Wired by Bud, Sculpture
Bob Carter, BC Stonewear, Jewelry
Cathy Collison, Cathy Collison Ornaments, Glass
Carla Cooper, CeeCee Designs, Jewelry
Tom Cornish, Tom Cornish LLC, Fused Glass
Creating Community Club, Painting, Jewelry, Ceramics
Terri Crandall, Crandall Glass Crafts, Stained Glass
Robert Dammer, Wood Art By Bob, Wood
Michelle Danielson, Red Tent Henna, Henna
Dawnette Davis, A Fanciful Vision, Fiber Arts
Ryan Dawald, RD Jewelry, Jewelry
Mike Denney, Good Wolf Bowls, Turned Wood
Patsy Dew, Patsy Dew Pix, Photography
Solveig Dittmann, Solveig Dittmann Designs, Jewelry
Gretchen Fierke, Seams Knotty, Textiles
Sarah Flicek, Felixery LLC, Jewelry
Robin Flint, Robin’sBest – Artwork by Flint, Drawing, Painting
Jesse and Angela Fredrickson, Mousework Glass, Blown Glass
M. Kelly Frost, Frost Custom Jewelry, Jewelry
Gail Gates, Aging Schmaging, Photography
Melissa Henning, Melissa Henning, Ceramics
LuAnn Heyer, Annabelle Creations, Textiles
Lori Hungerholt, Roots River Baskets, Baskets
Dawn Hutton, DMaliaDesigns, Jewelry
Rose-Marie James, Dream in Glass Studio, Glass
Marla Juhl, DAriann’s Girls, Inc., Clothing
Michaelene Karlen, Ballerina Botanicals, Organic Skincare
Carla Kennedy, KlayPotz, Ceramics
Becky Korbel, Red Sky Beads, Jewelry
Andrew Kringen, Andrew Kringen, Wood
Kari Kruempel, Kari K Art, Mixed Media
Heather Lawrenz, Lawrenz Jewelry, Jewelry
Lynn Lentz, Stella Sparrow, Jewelry
Melissa Manley, Just for Fun Jewelry, Jewelry
Dennis McClintock, Dennis McClintock PhotoGraphics, Photography
Layl McDill, Clay Squared to Infinity, Sculpture
Meghan Nelson, Dottir, Jewelry
Erica Ness, Wool-EN-Design, Fiber arts
Kathy Nickell, Designed By Kat, Glass
David Nyssen, Davey’s Art Studio, Printmaking, Painting
Sue Pariseau, Sue Pariseau Pottery, Ceramics
Andrea Pesses, Groveland Confections, Chocolate
David Peterson, Turned Wood Bowls, Wood
Louisa Podlich, A MANO, Ceramics
Jessica Prill, Jessica Leigh Designs, Jewelry
Wanda Scanlan, Wanda Scanlan Ceramics, Ceramics
Deborah Stevens, Deborah Stevens Author.com, Author
Nancy Stroessner, Prairie Sun Design, Textiles
Candace Sykora, Candy Made, Candles, soap
Katie Teesdale, Teesdale Studios, Ceramics
Geralyn Thelen, Just Me Geralyn and Glass, Glass
Jim Thurs, Perennial Steel LLC, Steel
Dave & Kathy Towley, David Towley Woodworking, Wood
Barbara Troje, Prairie Harvest, Naturals/Beeswax
Nick & Dan Varner, Nuttin Like It!, Artisan Nuts
Kara Verhage & Alison Bettin, Tiny Spoons, Artisan Desserts
Dennis & Karen Vinar, How Did You Find Me…After All These Years , Authors
Kristin Vogel, K Vogel Art, Mixed Media
Meigan Westermann, Meigan Westermann, Jewelry
Hannah Winter, Coin Gypsy, Clothing, wood
Craig Wojciechowski, Ledge Wood Creations, Wood
Jennifer Wolcott, Wolcott Art, Steel

FREE Lunch & Learn with Wendell Arneson
2019-09-18 11:30 - 12:30 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Free Lunch & Learn Opportunity: Process & Chance
Eat, relax, and be transported by the power of storytelling!
Experienced and novice artists and art appreciators alike will enjoy this event featuring, Wendell Arneson! During this presentation Wendell will demonstrate his process for creating his artwork, and how embracing chance can lead to new ideas and starting points when creating art. This Lunch & Learn will include an opportunity for attendees to participate in the demonstration to co-create with Wendell, and will include time for questions. Guests are welcome to bring a bag lunch. Space is limited; please reserve your seat by emailing heather@northfieldartsguild.org or by calling 507-645-8877 x 4.

Main Gallery, Northfield Arts Guild 304 Division Street
Wednesday, September 18 11:30 am -12:30 pm

Pieta Brown 411 Concert
2019-09-21 19:30 - 22:00 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 Third Street W, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Saturday, September 21, 2019 at 7:30 – 10 pm
Northfield Arts Guild Theater
“This record marks a major shift for me,” says Brown. “The songs mirror so many transitions: in my musical life, in my home life, in my creative life, in my country. I’ve been hovering at a crossroads, and I’m pretty sure I’m not the only one.”
Hailed as a “self-styled poetess, folk goddess and country waif” by the BBC, Brown has first came to international prominence with the release of her debut album in 2002. Over the past 17 years, she has toured the US and Europe and released seven critically acclaimed records, prompting NPR to applaud her moody, ethereal,” songwriting and the New York Times to praise her “sweet, smoky voice.”
Read more about Pieta Brown

Many thanks to our sponsors:

Additional support by our Media Sponsor,
our Lodging Sponsor and our Beverage Sponsors

Artist Mixer at Reunion
2019-09-25 16:30 - 18:00 | 411 West 3rd Street, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Brand new artist?
Been an artist for a long time?
Embarking on a new technique?
New to Northfield?
Lived here forever?
All of these are great reasons to join us at our next Mixer! For this event we’re going to meet at Reunion – fingers crossed it’ll be nice enough to be out on their upper deck! Enjoy appetizers & connecting with visual artists from our area. Bring a friend, all visual artists welcome! Enjoy appetizers & connecting with visual artists from our area. Bring a friend, all visual artists welcome!
Please RSVP by Sept 21 to heather@northfieldartsguild.org, or by calling (507) 645-8877 x4

Headshot Happy Hour
2019-09-26 16:30 - 18:30 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
HEADSHOT HAPPY HOUR
Guild, 304 Division Street S
Thursday, Sept 26 (4:30-6:30 pm)
Elevate your online profile with professional photos for only $50! The Guild is proud to partner with Dan Iverson of Anthologie to offer business profile photo mini sessions at an amazing value. Join us to spruce up your dated online profile picture with a fresh, professional photo. Included with your session:

The time and talent of your professional photographer in a relaxed, natural light setting
Use to 2 unique final images in perpetuity
Final edits/enhancements of your 2 best pictures
Electronic delivery of files in high-resolution and web-resolution
Black-and-white and color versions of your pictures
Price: $50, paid directly to Anthologie

Reservations are required so please call (507) 645-8877 x4 or email heather@northfieldartsguild.org by September 20 to reserve your place.

CASTastrophe 2
2019-09-26 19:30 - 21:00 | Armory Square, 519 Division Street, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Northfield’s brightest stars perform songs and scenes from roles in which they would NEVER be cast. The results are a thrilling and hilarious musical revue! In fact, it’s so much fun, we’ve brought it back for a second year to honor and benefit the Guild.
Join the Guild and Rebound Enterprises as they present the 2nd year of a blow-the-doors-off-CASTastrophe! It’s SO big this year, we’re performing at Armory Square!
Performances:
Thursday, September 26, 2019 @ 7:30pm
Friday, September 27, 2019 @ 7:30 pm
Saturday, September 28, 2019 @ 7:30 pm
Sunday, September 29, 2019 @ 2:00 pm

Venue: Armory Square, 519 Division St S, Northfield

CASTastrophe 2 is sponsored and made possible by:

Open House and Artist Reception
2019-10-11 17:30 - 20:30 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Open House with our Annual Report
Oct 11 | 5:30-6:30 pm
The community is invited to an open house where you can enjoy art on every floor of the Guild, along with a special members/public report at 6 pm outlining the Guild’s accomplishments from our recently completed 2018-2019 fiscal year. As an added plus, the art studio will premier artist Wendell Arneson’s eight painting series inspired by the recent Northfield Shares a Dinner event.
This open house is immediately followed by the Artist Reception from 6:30-8:30 pm for our Foundations and Inspired Experimentation exhibitions; Artist Talks at 7 pm. Refreshments will be served.

Artist Receptions
Oct 11 | 6:30-8:30 pm, Artist Talks | 7 pm
Foundations
Sept 6 – Oct 26, 2019
In the Guild’s Main Gallery
Foundations is our first exhibition celebrating our 60th Exhibition Season: Looking Back, Looking Forward!

This exhibition features the current work of long-time Guild Members Wendell Arneson, Mac Gimse, Chris Holmquist, Tim Lloyd, Riki Kölbl Nelson, Jan Shoger, and Frederick Somers. These artists have helped to establish, build and sustain the Guild in multiple capacities between 35 to 60 years.
Inspired Experimentation
Sept 6 – Dec 31, 2019
In the Guild’s Up Gallery.
An exhibition of artworks by adult students in the Guild’s Painting at Parkview class, which explore self-directed concepts and techniques led by long-time Guild member, and educator Riki Kölbl Nelson.
Featuring works by Allison Albright, Kathy Bjerke, Maryellen Bowe, Lois Godfrey, Nancy Johnson, Tom Kaiser, Maryann Kaul, Dawn E. Knutson, Callista Meyer, Laura Mondaca, Linda Olson, and Nancy Rechtzigel.

RSVP now for these special events associated with the Foundations exhibition:
Free Lunch & Learn Opportunity: Process & Chance
Wednesday, September 18 11:30 am -12:30 pm
Experienced and novice artists and art appreciators alike will enjoy this event featuring Wendell Arneson. During this presentation Wendell will demonstrate his process for creating his artwork, and how embracing chance can lead to new ideas and starting points when creating art. This Lunch & Learn will include an opportunity for attendees to participate in the demonstration to co-create with Wendell, and will include time for questions. Guests are welcome to bring a bag lunch.
Free Lunch & Learn Opportunity: Artist Books
Friday, October 25 11:30 am -12:30 pm
Come learn more about Riki Kölbl Nelson’s artist books in the Foundations exhibition, and watch a brief demonstration about making a small booklet. Attendees are invited to ask questions, and will leave with instructions for making an artist book at home. Guests are welcome to bring a bag lunch.
Free Lunch & Learn Opportunity: Pastels with Fred Somers
Saturday, October 26 1:30-2:30 pm
Experienced and novice artists and art appreciators of all ages will enjoy this presentation! Come learn more about Fred Somers’ pastels in the Foundations exhibition, and his approach to creating his artworks. Attendees are invited to ask questions, and are welcome to bring a bag lunch.
Main Gallery, Northfield Arts Guild 304 Division Street
Space is limited; please reserve your seat in these Lunch & Learns by emailing heather@northfieldartsguild.org or by calling 507-645-8877 x 4.

Stay tuned for details on these upcoming Studio Visits:
January, 2020 – Tim Lloyd
February, 2020 – Jan Shoger

FREE Lunch & Learn with Riki Kölbl Nelson
2019-10-25 11:30 - 12:30 | Center for the Arts, 304 Division Street, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Free Lunch & Learn Opportunity: Artist Books
Experienced and novice artists and art appreciators alike will enjoy this presentation! Come learn more about Riki Kölbl Nelson’s artist books in the Foundations exhibition, and watch a brief demonstration about making a small booklet. Attendees are invited to ask questions, and will leave with instructions for making an artist book at home. Guests are welcome to bring a bag lunch; space is limited; please reserve your seat by emailing heather@northfieldartsguild.org or by calling 507-645-8877 x 4.

Main Gallery, Northfield Arts Guild 304 Division Street
Friday, October 25 11:30 am -12:30 pm

Free Lunch & Learn: Pastels with Fred Somers
2019-10-26 13:30 - 14:30 | Center for the Arts, 304 Division Street, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Free Lunch & Learn Opportunity: Pastels with Fred Somers
Experienced and novice artists and art appreciators of all ages will enjoy this presentation! Come learn more about Fred Somers’ pastels in the Foundations exhibition, and his approach to creating his artworks. Attendees are invited to ask questions, and are welcome to bring a bag lunch. Space is limited; please reserve your seat by emailing heather@northfieldartsguild.org or by calling 507-645-8877 x 4.

Main Gallery, Northfield Arts Guild 304 Division Street
Saturday, October 26 1:30-2:30 pm

CVRO Tribute Concert
2019-10-26 19:00 - 21:00 | First United Church of Christ, 300 Union St., Northfield, MN, 55057
Join us for the opening concert of CVRO’s 40th Anniversary Season
October 26, 2019 at 7pm at UCC Church, Northfield
October 27, 2019 at 3pm at St. Ansgar’s Lutheran Church, Cannon Falls
Concert Program
– The Consecration of the House (overture) by Ludwig van Beethoven
– Fidelitas Tribute to Joseph Lee Heywood by Daniel Kallman, Narrated by Richard Collman
– Reformation Symphone by Felix Mendelssohn

2019-20 Season Sponsor

Concert Sponsor

With additional thanks to our Media Sponsor:

CVRO Tribute Concert
2019-10-27 15:00 - 17:00 | 411 West 3rd Street, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States

FREE Workshop: The Anatomy of an Artist Statement
2019-10-29 18:00 - 20:00 | 411 West 3rd Street, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
FREE WORKSHOP: The Anatomy of an Artist Statement
Corks & Pints Wine Bar | Tap House, 22 Fourth St NE, Faribault
Tuesday, October 29, 6-8 pm (doors open at 5:30 pm)
Have you ever struggled with drafting an artist statement? The Guild and Paradise Center for the Arts are here to help! This collaborative offering is OPEN TO ARTISTS IN ALL DISCIPLINES, is sponsored by Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council (SEMAC), and features panelists with experience writing successful artist statements will share an overview of tips when writing an artist statement.
Panelists:
Paula Granquist is a writer working on a novel, short stories, and essays. She hosts ArtZany! on 95.1 FM The One
Joy Riggs is an award-winning writer, editor, lecturer, and author of Crackerjack Bands & Hometown Boosters.
Danny Saathoff is a professional visual artist, jewelry designer and fabricator as well as an instructor in Art at Carleton College.

Following the group presentation portion, attendees who’ve pre-registered, can participate in a 10-minute breakout review session for one-on-one help with their artist statement. Participants in the breakout sessions are invited to email in a sample artist statement the week before the workshop; RSVPs are required for participation in the review sessions with a panelist.

Refreshments and snacks will be available during the workshop for attendees in both parts; we encourage networking while artists are waiting for their session with a panelist. Space is limited; please reserve your spot by emailing heather@northfieldartsguild.org or by calling 507-645-8877 x 4.

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts & cultural heritage fund.

An Evening with the Founders
2019-11-07 18:00 - 19:00 | Armory Square, 519 Division Street, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Join us for a wonderful evening of interviews with founders of several of our programs celebrating a benchmark anniversary! This event is free but please reserve your spot so we know that you’re coming. Check out who will be interviewed.
Northfield Arts Guild (celebrating 60 years)
Myrna Johnson, interviewed by Paula Granquist
Cannon Valley Regional Orchestra (celebrating 40 years)
Paul Niemisto, interviewed by Paula Granquist
Young People’s Theater Workshops (celebrating 30 years)
Patsy Dew and Bob Gregory-Bjorklund, interviewed by Paula Granquist
Theater in the Park (celebrating 20 years)
Susan Carlson and Ann Etter, interviewed by Paula Granquist

Grand Opening Reception Fine Craft Collective
2019-11-08 17:00 - 20:00 | Center for the Arts, 304 Division Street, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Grand Opening Reception
Meet the participating artists at this special event from 5-8 pm to launch the 16th year of the Fine Craft Collective! Light refreshments will be served.

FINE CRAFT COLLECTIVE
NOV 4 – DEC 24, 2019

CELEBRATING 16 YEARS!
The Fine Craft Collective is a seasonal cooperative show that is open every day from November 4 through December 24, 2019 in the Guild’s Main Gallery.

The 2019 show features 24 artisans including:
Kathy Anderson * Bare Naked Soap Company * Carla Brown Cathy Collison * Christie Clarke * Juan Fried * Gail Gates * Groundwire Coffee Roasters * Reid Hendershot * LuAnn Heyer * Chris & Sue Holmquist * Annie Larson * Heather Lawrenz * Glynnis Lessing * Marisa Martinez * Wendy Nordquist * David Peterson * Ann Poulson * Colleen Riley * Noah Sanders * Lori Schmidt * Schoolhouse Apiary * Elizabeth Schott * Juliane Shibata * Leanne Stremcha * Geralyn Thelen * Cynthia Welle * Jennifer Wolcott * Barbara Zaveruha * Dick Zawacki
More information at finecraftcollective.com

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK through DEC 24
Hours: Mon – Sat 10-6, Sun 12-4

SPECIAL EVENTS:
Grand Opening Reception: Friday, November 8 from 5 – 8 pm
Small Business Saturday: Saturday, November 30 from 10 am – 6 pm
Winter Walk Reception: Thursday, December 12 from 5 – 9 pm
Holiday Open House: Saturday, December 14 from 10 am – 6 pm

2019-20 Gallery Season Sponsor:

Small Business Saturday
2019-11-30 10:00 - 18:00 | Center for the Arts, 304 Division Street, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
On Small Business Saturday, enjoy 10% off Glass and Ornaments in our Guild Gift Shop!
“Shop at the small businesses that help write the story of America.”
Double your holiday shopping fun with artist-made gifts! The Guild Gift Shop features unique gifts handmade by 100+ local and regional artists. Seasonal rotation means there is always something new. And through December 24th, shop the 30 artists in the Fine Craft Collective in our Main Gallery.

Winter Walk at the Guild
2019-12-12 17:00 - 21:00 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Stop in the Guild during Winter Walk for a variety of art making, shopping, performances and more throughout our entire building. Check out all that we have happening! This schedule is tentative and subject to change.
Downstairs:
5-8 pm – Open Art for All Ages in Art Studio
Main Level:
5-9 pm – Fine Craft Collective in Gallery
5-9 pm – Holiday Shopping in Gift Shop
Upstairs:
5:30-6:15 pm – Northfield Troubadours Musical Performance
7:30-8 pm – NAGCracker Dance Performance
Also during Winter Walk: Cannon Valley Regional Orchestra will be performing from 6-7 pm at Armory Square!

Annual Members Exhibition Opens
2020-01-08 | MN
Annual Members Exhibition
January 8 – February 8, 2020
Join us to experience the Guild’s Annual Members Exhibition! Meet the artists and learn more about their work at the Artist Reception on Friday, January 10 from 7-9 pm. Refreshments will be provided.
A community-wide exhibition featuring over 70 Guild Member Artists including:
Allison Albright, David Allen, Wendell Arneson, Jennie Autonoë, Jim Bohnhoff, Carla Brown, Nancy Carlson, Robert Christy, Gwen Chynoweth, Christie Clarke, Eleanor Coolidge, Patsy Dew, Toni Easterson, Jill Ewald, Alex Fitzgerald, Doug Foxgrover, Mary Ellen Frame, Joyce Francis, Juan Fried, Gail Gates, Maryrose Gondeck, Jim Haas, Peggy Hanson, Emily Haskell, Susan Hayes, Reid Hendershot, Sonja Hillestad, Gerald Hoekstra, Chris Holmquist, Sue Holmquist, Curtis Ingvoldstad, Rose-Marie James, Jay Johnson, Joannie Johnson, Kirsten Johnson, Becky Jokela, David Killen, Judith Kinstad, Marsha Kitchel, Kari Kruempel, Judy Kutulas, Heather Lawrenz, Diane LeBlanc, Glynnis Lessing, Miho Libby, Dennis McClintock, Layl McDill, Diane McDonald, Joe Miller, Richard Mittelstadt, Paula Moon, Sharol Nau, Riki Kölbl Nelson, Katherine Norrie, Karen Oiseth, Jacque Oman-Clinton, Patsy Ophaug, Donovan Palmquist, Barbara Pendergrass, David Peterson, Tim Peterson, Claudia Poser, Cheryl Ramette, Benson Ramsey, Colleen Riley, Cindy Robinson, Judy Saye-Willis, Diane Schrader, Frederick Somers, Arlene Stein, Helen Stoerzinger, Rebecca Tolle, Erica Trebelhorn, Mar Valdecantos, Steve Watson, Kathy Weed…and more!

Gallery hours:
Tuesday-Friday, 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Saturday, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Artist Studio Visit
2020-01-29 18:30 - 20:00 | MN
Tim Lloyd, is hosting a Studio Visit on Wednesday, January 29 from 6:30 – 8 pm. Space is limited. Please RSVP by Friday, Jan 24 if you would like to join us: heather@northfieldartsguild.org. Registered attendees will be given the studio address upon confirmation.

Have you ever wondered about how other artists work, and the spaces where they create? As part of our continuing efforts to connect artists, and provide opportunities for artist professional development, the Arts Guild organizes regular Studio Visits.

Local, professional artists will host these Studio Visits for 10–20 guests. After a brief tour/ demo, this will be a time for guests to network and share stories. These visits are intended to provide a space for asking questions about techniques, the technical aspects of setting up or redoing a studio space, and for learning about how other working artists are creating.

JOIN US FOR OUR ARTIST PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SERIES
YOU ASKED FOR OPPORTUNITIES TO GROW AS ARTISTS, AND WE LISTENED! THE GOAL OF OUR APD SERIES IS TO BUILD COMMUNITY AMONGST OUR REGIONAL VISUAL ARTISTS WORKING IN ALL MEDIA, AND GROW THROUGH NETWORKING AND LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES.
EACH QUARTER, THE GUILD PROVIDES A RANGE OF EVENTS
ARTIST MIXERS LOW-KEY ARTIST GET TOGETHERS AT A LOCAL ESTABLISHMENT
ARTIST CONVERSATIONS WORKSHOPS FOCUSED ON A SPECIFIC VISUAL ARTS RELATED TOPIC
STUDIO VISITS SEE HOW OTHER ARTISTS CREATE TO A TOPIC SHARED OVER LUNCH
LUNCH & LEARNS DEMONSTRATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS ON A TOPIC SHARED OVER LUNCH
THESE GATHERINGS ARE FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC, BUT AS SPACE IS LIMITED, PLEASE RESERVE YOUR SEAT BY EMAILING HEATHER@NORTHFIELDARTSGUILD.ORG OR CALLING (507) 645-8877. TO SUGGEST A TOPIC OR WORKSHOP, PLEASE EMAIL HEATHER@NORTHFIELDARTSGUILD.ORG.

Great Shot! At the Cow
2020-02-06 17:30 - 19:30 | The Contented Cow, 302 Division Street B, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Great Shot!
An Artwork Photographing Opportunity and Artist Mixer

Need to have affordable, professional photos taken of your artwork? Here’s your chance! Please join us on Thursday, Feb 6 from 5:30-7:30 pm for Great Shot! an Artwork Photographing Opportunity and Artist Mixer.
Dan Iverson of Anthologie will have his professional setup at the Cow, ready to photograph artwork (measuring up to 60 x 60”) for a super rate of $15 per final, edited photograph – (3 photo minimum).
Space is limited, interested artists must reserved their 15 or 30 minute slots by Monday, Feb 3 by emailing heather@northfieldartsguild.org, or by calling (507) 645-8877 x 4.
Don’t have work to photograph, but want to watch the process? That’s great! Artists are encouraged to hang out and network with other artists while Dan is photographing their artwork.

Artist Studio Visit
2020-03-04 18:30 - 20:00 | MN
Jan Shoger, is hosting a Studio Visit on Wednesday, March 4 from 6:30 – 8 pm. Space is limited. Please RSVP by Friday, Feb 28 if you would like to join us: heather@northfieldartsguild.org. Registered attendees will be given the studio address upon confirmation.

Have you ever wondered about how other artists work, and the spaces where they create? As part of our continuing efforts to connect artists, and provide opportunities for artist professional development, the Arts Guild organizes regular Studio Visits.
Local, professional artists will host these Studio Visits for 10–15 guests. After a brief tour/ demo, this will be a time for guests to network and share stories. These visits are intended to provide a space for asking questions about techniques, the technical aspects of setting up or redoing a studio space, and for learning about how other working artists are creating.
JOIN US FOR OUR ARTIST PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SERIES
YOU ASKED FOR OPPORTUNITIES TO GROW AS ARTISTS, AND WE LISTENED! THE GOAL OF OUR APD SERIES IS TO BUILD COMMUNITY AMONGST OUR REGIONAL VISUAL ARTISTS WORKING IN ALL MEDIA, AND GROW THROUGH NETWORKING AND LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES.
EACH QUARTER, THE GUILD PROVIDES A RANGE OF EVENTS

ARTIST MIXERS LOW-KEY ARTIST GET TOGETHERS AT A LOCAL ESTABLISHMENT
ARTIST CONVERSATIONS WORKSHOPS FOCUSED ON A SPECIFIC VISUAL ARTS RELATED TOPIC
STUDIO VISITS SEE HOW OTHER ARTISTS CREATE TO A TOPIC SHARED OVER LUNCH
LUNCH & LEARNS DEMONSTRATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS ON A TOPIC SHARED OVER LUNCH

THESE GATHERINGS ARE FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC, BUT AS SPACE IS LIMITED, PLEASE RESERVE YOUR SEAT BY EMAILING HEATHER@NORTHFIELDARTSGUILD.ORG OR CALLING (507) 645-8877. TO SUGGEST A TOPIC OR WORKSHOP, PLEASE EMAIL HEATHER@NORTHFIELDARTSGUILD.ORG.

"20/20 Vision" All School Show Opens
2020-03-21 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
20/20 VISION
NORTHFIELD AREA ALL-SCHOOL ART SHOW
***NEW DATES***
MARCH 21– MAY 16, 2020
This popular, annual exhibition shows the progression of fantastic arts education here in the Northfield community! It features 2-D and 3-D artworks by nearly 1,000 students from Arcadia Charter School, Area Learning Center, Bridgewater Elementary School, Greenvale Park Community School, Northfield Area Homeschool Classes, Northfield High School, Northfield Middle School, Prairie Creek Community School, Sibley Elementary School, and St. Dominic Catholic School.
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*** WATCH AN OVERALL VIRTUAL TOUR OF THE EXHIBITION ON THE GUILD’S FACEBOOK PAGE ***
*** WATCH TEACHER TOURS OF THEIR STUDENTS’ ARTWORK ON THE GUILD’S YOUTUBE CHANNEL ***

20/20 Vision is sponsored by Northfield Yarn and The Sketchy Artist.

Canceled - Works in Progress Artist Mixer
2020-03-25 19:00 - 20:00 | Center for the Arts, 304 Division Street, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
*WE WILL RESCHEDULE THIS MIXER – STAY TUNED FOR A NEW DATE*
CONNECT, SHARE, GROW!
JOIN US FOR OUR “WORKS IN PROGRESS” SHOW & TELL NIGHT!
Bring in your latest work, or pieces that you have been wanting to revisit, and discuss ideas with other like-minded artists in an encouraging, low-pressure environment. Light refreshments will be served. Please RSVP by March 20 to heather@northfieldartsguild.org.

E-magination Celebration
2020-04-04 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
E-MAGINATION CELEBRATION
THE NORTHFIELD ARTS GUILD INVITES OUR COMMUNITY NEAR AND FAR TO ATTEND E-MAGINATION CELEBRATION, A FREE DAY OF ONLINE PROGRAMMING INCLUDING GALLERY TOURS, ART MAKING, AND PERFORMANCES FROM 10 A.M. TO 2 P.M. ON SATURDAY, APRIL 4, 2020. THIS FAMILY-FRIENDLY ONLINE EVENT IS A VIRTUAL RE-IMAGINING OF THE GUILD’S ANNUAL IMAGINATION CELEBRATION THAT CAN BE ENJOYED FROM HOME.
The Guild is thrilled to continue this annual tradition in a new, virtual setting. Follow along on the Guild’s Facebook and YouTube pages with new content added regularly throughout the celebration, or watch later as all of the videos will remain online.

PERFORMANCES Watch dances from Folklórico and Dance Theater Company, highlights from the Guild’s production of Lend Me a Tenor and behind the scenes footage of the Purple Door Youth Theater production of The Prince and the Pauper.

GALLERY TOURS A highlight of E-magination Celebration will be a series of teacher-led video tours on YouTube of their students’ artwork in 20/20 VISION, this year’s All School Art Show installed in our Main Gallery. This popular annual exhibition features 2-D and 3-D artworks by nearly 1,000 students from Northfield K-12 schools.

ART MAKING Make your own art at home throughout the day! Guided arts activities will be released throughout the day to paint, draw and create your own art using everyday household items.

Even in this time of social distancing, the Guild embraces our mission to serve our community with a rich array of arts opportunities and experiences. We hope you will join us for E-magination Celebration, and also follow us on social media to enjoy arts learning and arts engagement activities.

20/20 VISION is supported by Northfield Yarn and The Sketchy Artist.
The Guild’s 2019-2020 Education programming is sponsored by Northfield News.
The Guild’s 2019-2020 Theater season is sponsored by Neuger Communications Group and Engage Print.
Purple Door Youth Theater is sponsored by Schieck Orthodontics.

Free Virtual Framing/Finishing Workshops
2020-05-15 13:00 - 15:30 | MN
Virtual Finishing & Framing Workshops These free workshops are intended for artists who could use guidance on how to finish artwork in a professional manner (how to mat a piece, types of frame options, how to wire a frame, ways to finish a piece without framing, etc).
Art educators and artists, Joel Froehle and Katherine Norrie will offer their expertise to guide any participating artist through their options. Although Belonging artists have been invited first to participate, these workshops are open to any artist who’d like guidance around framing and finishing.

Friday, May 15, 1-1:30 pm
Friday, May 15, 3-3:30 pm

RSVP for a specific time and the Zoom link by emailing heather@northfieldartsguild.org

Honors Art Show Opens
2020-05-22 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
A Whole Bunch of Art NHS HONORS ART SHOW

MAY 22– JUNE 6, 2020
The Northfield Arts Guild is proud to host this annual spring exhibition of artworks by students in Katherine Norrie’s Northfield High School Honors Art class.

Experience ONLINE the stellar artwork in a variety of media by: Maddi Anderson, Jack Duffy, Greta Foster, Marcus Hauck, Signe Hauck, Tatum Hauck, Emma Johnson, Jess Martin, Naomi McCabe, Grace McDonald, Chloe Mellgren, Ally Mikulecky, Abram Noble, Audrey Pagel, Clara Peterson, Kyra Price & Marta Sorenson.
We celebrated these artists at a Virtual Reception on Thursday, June 4 from 6:30-7:30 pm. Watch a recording of the event: Honors Art Virtual Reception Recording
For exhibition videos and photos visit the Guild’s YouTube and Facebook pages

Exhibition Catalog

POSTPONED - Free Drawing Workshop
2020-06-06 13:00 - 16:00 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Adult Artists of All Drawing Abilities Welcome!
Jan Shoger and Tim Lloyd are leading a FREE Drawing Workshop on Saturday, June 6 from 1-4 pm based on the books by Frederick Franck “The Zen of Seeing: Seeing and drawing as Meditation” and “The Awakened Eye”. In this one-day workshop adult participants (beginner, emerging or professional) will produce multiple drawings. All supplies will be provided.
Space is limited. Please RSVP if you would like to join us: heather@northfieldartsguild.org.
