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The Simple Solitude of “Lady Brenda’s Yellow Cup”
The joy I felt was immediate when I saw this portrait of a woman, who embodied strength while basking in simple solitude. Beverly Hammond says, “My...
Ladies of the Canyon Part 1
This painting is inspired by the song Ladies of the Canyon by Joni Mitchell about the gifts that each lady provides. Artist Ky McDonald takes us...
Artist Chris Foote: A Life Through Pictures
Artist left a legacy of creativity and positivity to his family and community. Respected local artist Chris Foote was a beloved area resident known...
Summer Renaissance
Artist and elementary school art teacher Ky McDonald has embarked on a new series inspired by taking females created by the great historical masters...
Happy Landing
April is here, and it is time to feather our nests—storing away winter blankets, letting fresh air fill our homes and welcoming spring days ahead....
Set the Table
There is nothing better than coming together at a table filled with delectable bites and candid conversations all aimed to feed our soul. I love the...
Embrace Autumn with Meadow Magic
There is nothing like transitioning into November with the fall foliage that greets us each day. The warmth of garnet reds, glowing oranges and...
Specialty Shop The Abundant Kitchen Brings Art to the Heart of the Home
Specialty store serves as still life gallery for local artist. Kitchens have long been served the décor leftovers—the “Where do we put this?” and...
Color Fields: ‘A Sense of Time and Kindness’ by Mel Tudisco
For me, style is a self-defined approach to how you furnish your home or choose the garments hanging in your wardrobe. Art can have many stylistic...
Art Girls Minneapolis Showcases a Pet Portrait
There can be an unconditional bond when it comes to our pets. For centuries, dogs have been coined as “man’s best friend” as the bonds of unfailing...
A Colorful Hopefulness
“There’s no place like home,” proclaims Dorothy Gale in The Wizard of Oz. Our homes are the foundation of all of our hopes and dreams while exuding...
Painting Pulls at Nostalgic Heartstrings
“The essential joy of being with horses is that it brings us in contact with the rare elements of grace, beauty, spirit and freedom.” —Sharon Ralls...
Artist Uses Centuries Old Decorative Style
“I used to dream about opening a floral shop with vintage curated clothing,” says Art Girls co-founder Hollie Gaines. “For me, it was a recipe...
Artist Offers “What the World Needs Now”
“Stephanie Dillion’s signature heart paintings are like pieces of the past, hardships that one never thought they were capable of getting through,...
For Your Collection
“The Boxer by artist Richard Merchán is a beautiful representation of his loose impressionistic approach fueled by strategic hints of color...
By ‘Working Hard and Being Lucky,’ Local Woman Carves Out Career in Fine Art
Meet Minnetonka mixed media artist Jillian Lee. From star-studded Los Angeles to the cityscape in New York City, artist Jillian Lee has done...
Local Artist from Venezeula Praises Minnesota’s ‘Artistic Energy’
Richard Merchán reflects on a successful career in both commercial and fine arts. The piercing cold of Minnesota winters is a deterrent for most....
This Local Artist’s Paintings Look So Real, You’ll Swear They’re Photos
Local artist David Holmes pursues his passion for large-scale paintings. There are not many people who can (or would) give up a successful career in...
PleinAir Magazine Send 5 Minnesota Artists to Paint Cuba
In all, 50 artists participated in the trip. You could say the people of Cuba were drawn to Deb Zeller. During a week last March, Zeller sat in a...
