Martha Van de Vere Larkin (1869–1967) was a Minnetonka woman of note. Martha and her husband, John, farmed the land that the Dayton company...
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What To Expect at the Wayzata Art Experience
If stunning lakeside access and views, excellent dining and enviable shopping excursions aren’t enough to draw you to Wayzata’s Lake Street,...
“Zaire”
I fell in love instantly with Zaire. Art can sweep you away and leave you with a subjective story that lingers. Zaire’s subject is confident,...
Meet Local Artist Kelly Carámbula
Kelly Carámbula focuses on clay, fiber, metal, paint and wood, exploring themes of control and imperfection and incorporating elements of surprise,...
The Story Behind the Polka Dot House
An artist showcases her work and welcomes others to share the spotlight. Joy reveals itself in a multitude of ways. And for passersby along Third...
Painter Missy Monson Brings People Together Through Art
Excelsior painter Missy Monson has done what some hobbyists can only dream of: turn a relaxing pastime into a business. Monson took her first step...
Juugee Ceramics Is Crafted With Intention
Community is central to Excelsior resident’s work. Juugee Ceramics isn’t just pottery; it’s a beautiful blend of memories and intention woven into...
Meet an Artist Behind the Arboretum Glass Pumpkin Patch
An artist feeds her creative fire by listening and learning. It began with an assignment at Minnetonka Middle School East (MME). Students were...
Paint My Wedding Day Captures Precious Moments
Painter Leanne Larson creates a unique, colorful memory of special celebrations. Wedding days can be memorialized in countless ways, but paintings...
Artist Laura Rockhold Shares Her Inspiration
Local poet and painter discusses her creative practice and original poem form. Long Lake’s Laura Rockhold finds inspiration for her poetry and...
Creative Memories
Artist Rich Sladek is set to feature his work November 29 to December 7 at the 31st annual holiday boutique at the Gillespie Center, 2590 Commerce...
AJ Lindstrom-Oye Uses Art To Explore Identity
One Minnetonka painter finds healing—and her sense of identity—on the canvas. Minnetonka painter AJ Lindstrom-Oye found her way to art, so she could...
Discover the Art of Christopher Foote
Hopkins Center for the Arts will host the reception of a prolific Deephaven artist. In the wake of artist Christopher Foote’s unexpected passing in...
Gathering Beauty
Martha Rehkamp loves to gather floral and fauna from her garden to showcase in her work. As you gather with friends and family, take in the beauty...
Unlikely Friends Inspire Children’s Book Series
Wayzata illustrator draws the boundary between fact and fiction. It was a beautiful summer evening Up North at their family cabin. Wayzata’s Anne...
Visit the Arboretum Glass Pumpkin Patch
This time of year, the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is known for its elaborate displays of pumpkins, squash and gourds. With more than 400...
Take Note
Music is an important aspect to Hispanic culture. I love the idea of Mel Tudisco’s paintbrush dancing across the canvas as it inhabits bold hues and...
Crop Art Creators of the Minnesota State Fair
Creatives plant their entries at the Great Minnesota Get-Together. Seeds give life—in a host of ways. If the exceedingly long lines to view the crop...
@tonkacreatives Showcases Students’ Artwork on Instagram
Minnetonka High School art teacher shares students’ work for all to view and like. Inspired to showcase the talent of young artists, a local art...
Get to Know Your “NEIGHBORS” at Barbara Lidfors’ Newest Installation
Local artist uses her community as inspiration, bringing others’ stories to life via paintings. Currently in the hallway between Minnetonka’s city...
