REJECTED Reception
My painting: There Is Sunshine In Every Room Of My House, is hanging at Burl Gallery (previously AZ Gallery) I will be at the reception, hope to see you there!
The fine arts department of the Minnesota State Fair presents an annual exhibition that is the result of a juried competition. Participation is open to all living residents of Minnesota, and each may submit one work for consideration.
But! Only the works selected by the jurors are displayed in the
Fine Arts Center during the exhibition.
In 2023, a total of 2,650 pieces were submitted and only 332 were accepted.
Like the Salon des Refusés of 1863 in Paris, the Argyle Zebra Gallery invites the ‘rejects’ of the Minnesota State Fair fine arts exhibition to display their rejected submission and put the authority of judgement back in the hands of their community.
Gallery Hours: Saturdays & Sundays: 10am-4pm
Information: REJECTED! — ARGYLE ZEBRA GALLERY (theazgallery.org)
Check out this sweet new article! Rejected! Or art that didn’t make the State Fair | MPR News
Figire Drawing / Life Drawing Co-op
Figure Drawing
The goal of figure drawing (also known as life drawing) is to capture the essence of the human form – its muscles, texture, postures, and movement. In a life drawing co-op we practice seeing and drawing forms, proportions, perspective, shading, and other essential art fundamentals. Drawing a figure from life is a unique challenge, and the camaraderie that comes from working with other artists in the same space is wonderful!
What to expect:
REGISTER HERE: Figure Drawing Co-op - Wyoming Area Creative Arts Community | Wyoming Area Creative Arts Community (wyomingcreativearts.org)
We work with a professional model, who will create poses for us to draw from. This class is self- led, but timing and discussion are run by a facilitator. We begin with a series of quick poses (1-2 minutes). This is ideal to practice loosening up, and for creating gesture drawings. Poses will slowly get longer, until we get to a 20 minute pose (or two) at the end of class. After class feel free to stay while people show off their drawings, and have a light discussion about process, materials, challenges, and successes. This is a low/no pressure opportunity to learn from peers and yourself!
Please bring materials to draw/create with. Some people choose to use charcoal, graphite, watercolor, colored pencils, etc. to practice with, but bring what feels best to you!
Date and Time: Monday, September 9th 6-8pm. With an optional 20 minute show and tell / discussion afterwords
Cost: $10 paid at the door
Age- 18+ (Because this class works with a nude model, participants should be 18+)
Instructor: This class is self-led; however, it is facilitated by Surelle Strike. If you have questions, please email Surelle@wyomingcreativearts.org
REGISTER HERE: Figure Drawing Co-op - Wyoming Area Creative Arts Community | Wyoming Area Creative Arts Community (wyomingcreativearts.org)
Polymer Clay Trinket Dishes- Marine Mills Folk School
In this class, you will learn the basics of working with polymer clay, and at least two techniques for creating a design in the slab. You will leave with a one-of-a-kind dish for trinkets and jewelry!
Use any colors you want to create a “watercolor” or confetti slab. You will cut the slab and cure the dish in class. Students will be able to add gold accents to the edge or other areas of the design, or craft-paint to handpaint a design.
At the end of class, you’ll take home a beautiful, organic-looking clay trinket dish that will be perfect to hold rings, keys, or pocket change. It will be a gorgeous handmade addition to your decor!
Register Here: Polymer Clay Gold Accented Trinket Dish (Ages 10+) August 17, 2024 - Marine Mills Folk School
Mushroom Reduction Printing Class- Rum River Art Center
Are you curious about block printing, or reduction printing? Join me in making a Mushroom Print that uses both basic block printing skills and the art of reduction printing! This class is great for beginners, and you’ll be guided through every step! I will provide all of the supplies you need, come ready to learn a new skill!
This class is great for kids, great for adults, great for the whole family!
Register here: Mushroom Reduction Printing Class (getoccasion.com)
Hardwood Creek- Forest Lake Library
My work will be hanging in the Hardwood Creek Public Library for the month of June. 19955 Forest Rd N, Forest Lake, MN 55025
Art-A-Whirl Casket Arts Building, Studio #119
Come visit me at Art-a -Whirl this year! The largest open studio crawl in the nation, and I get to be there!! Follow this link for more information, there are free transportation options, food trucks, live music, and other awesome events!
Information: Art-A-Whirl® Open Studio Tour - NEMAA
Classes
I teach classes at the Hallberg Center for the Arts, in Wyoming, MN (just 30 minutes from the cities!). I teach a wide range of classes, including painting, printmaking, crafting, and even classes for kids!
Follow this link to see all of our upcoming classes: Class & Group Schedule - Wyoming Area Creative Arts Community |
Visage: A Contemporary Portrait Show- Gamut Gallery, Minneapolis, MN
MINNEAPOLIS, MN // May 10th - June 22, 2024
Visage: A Contemporary Portrait Show - An exhibition featuring 17 artists exploring the contemporary lens of society by questioning what defines a modern portrait in a digital age. Curated by Francesca Bernardi.
Featuring: Amit Michaels, CL Martin, Brant Kingman, Hend Al-Mansour, Jade Patrick, Kao Lee Thao, Kelly Helsinger, Kristi Abbott, Leslie Barlow, Mat Ollig, Nell Pierce, Pam Eader, Patrizia Vignola, Stephanie Friest, Surelle Strike, Russ White and Van Holmgren.
Amidst the prevalence of selfies and manipulated images, identity is often blurred. In our exhibit, Visage seventeen Minnesotan/Wisconsin artists have used varied artistic styles through collage, photography, oil, and acrylic paintings to create stunning portraits of figures from their imagination, their peers, and women who have impacted society.
Visage prompts viewers to reflect on the complexities of identity and perception in today’s digital age, delving into contemporary portraiture by questioning what defines a modern portrait in the 21st century. Each portrait acts as a mirror, connecting the viewer to the subject's image and a deeper reflection of what it means to be human and how we experience emotion while aiming to cultivate curiosity and foster connections between viewer and artwork.
“Every artist comes from a unique background, whether an emerging artist in Minneapolis or an established artist that has shown worldwide. As I curated Visage I dove deeply into the intricacies of the modern-day human experience, wanting to encourage visitors to engage with diverse perspectives and appreciate the richness of human expression.” - Francesca Bernardi, Curator
ABOUT THE CURATOR
Francesca Bernardi is the new Gallery Director and co-owner of Gamut Gallery. They are an art therapist, artist, art collector, and burgeoning curator. Through their work in art therapy, they are a skilled relationship cultivator, attentive communicator, and passionate about building community with multifaceted individuals. Visage is Francesca's first solo curatorial endeavor. Francesca's excitement for curating will lead to many more exhibits highlighting artists in Minneapolis.
PUBLIC OPENING NIGHT:
Friday, May 10th // 7–10PM
Featuring: Amit Michaels, CL Martin, Brant Kingman, Hend Al-Mansour, Jade Patrick, Kao Lee Thao, Kelly Helsinger, Kristi Abbott, Leslie Barlow, Mat Ollig, Nell Pierce, Pam Eader, Patrizia Vignola, Stephanie Friest, Surelle Strike, Russ White and Van Holmgren
• $15 day of the event
• FREE for members
• DJ Paul Frett
FIGURE DRAWING CLASS:
Thursday, June 13th // 7– 9PM
• Loose instruction and facilitation by Brant Kingman
• 18+ event
• Live nude model
• $20 to reserve your spot (space is limited)
• Please bring your drawing materials
GAMUT 12TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY:
Saturday, June 22nd 2024 // 7 – 10PM
A fun-filled evening with muralists painting live in the courtyard, raffle prizes throughout the evening plus music brought to you by House Queens; DJ Sassy G and Michelle Muse!
• $15 presales coming soon
• $20 day of event
• FREE for members
GALLERY & GIFT SHOP OPEN HOURS + CONTACT INFO
FREE open hours: Thursday - Friday, 11am - 6pm; Saturday 11am - 4pm.
Please note we are closed on exhibit opening days
For interviews, preview inquiries, or high-res images, contact Gallery Director Francesca Bernardi francesca@gamutgallerympls.com \ gamutgallerympls.com \ Phone: (612) 367-4327
Surelle Strike - Artful Stories - A Solo Exhibit at The Casket Arts Building in Studio 119
Surelle Strike | Artful Stories
An exhibition of paintings and woodcut prints that capture the stories the artist shares
EVENT DATES
Opening reception Friday, March 8, 6-9 at SuperCharged Printmakers Studio in the Casket Arts Building.
681 17th Ave NE #119
Minneapolis, MN 55413
Artists Talk on Saturday, April 6th from 9:30-11:30. Donuts, coffee and tea and great conversation. Please join us as we get to hear about Surelle’s story telling through her gorgeous paintings.
Gallery Hours
The show is on view from March 2- April 25, 2024
By appointment and on 2nd Saturdays.
ARTIST STATEMENT
Our lives are made of stories. Many famous male fairy tale writers would pay the local women to tell them the stories they knew. Women would use story telling as a way to pass the time while working on crafts like knitting or needlepoint, housework, and childrearing. Women would use these tales to escape into fantasy, but often story telling was used as a way to teach morals, and to share life or death advice. Fairy tales would be filled with love, and disappointment , warnings about types of men that a women may encounter, quiet recipes for ending an unwanted pregnancy. They were filled with the realities of both tragedy, and hope. My paintings depict women who are in the midst of navigating their stories, or re-writing them entirely. They are re-imagined as more than incapable children, or damsels in distress. The fairy-tale of the female experience, is represented by multifaceted characters, and symbolism. Symbolic plants, animals, and needlework are small details I enjoy weaving into my stories and images. My work is modern day storytelling, with female characters who are deep and complex. They are not to be overlooked in order to favor the prince or the plot. I work in an array of mediums: watercolor, gouache, and acrylic. I have also been exploring printmaking, with linoleum blocks. This medium has brought me back to many classical fairy tale illustrations, and in a way allows me to simplify my work, to much more illustrative and gestural elements. Acrylic painting has been my preferred medium in the last few years, as it dries quickly and allows me to use washes of color to build a painting. Finding ways to combine both my love of printmaking and my love of painting is my hope for the next year.
Stories in Print and Paint
I will be having an exhibition of my work in the Underground Gallery at the Hallberg Center for the Arts. The opening reception is Thursday January 18th from 4-8 pm. There is also a photography exhibit in the main gallery! Stop by to say hello, and experience a ton of art in one night!
See more information below:
*Please forgive the date error on the poster, the Opening reception is Thursday January 18th
Arts North International Exhibition
I am honored to have my painting “Spring Fever” included in this years Arts North International Exhibition! the opening reception is January 13th 6-8pm. The exhibition is on view: January 13 - February 24, 2024
“In its 29th year, this highly competitive international juried exhibition showcases work by artists throughout the United States and from around the world. There is a wide range of mediums represented including acrylic, oil, and watercolor paintings, sculptures, fiber & textiles, ceramics, photographs, and more.”
Calendar • Opening Reception: Arts North International 29 (hopkinsartscenter.com)
Alchemy
I am excited that my painting “Minerva” was chosen to be a part of Alchemy, a collective exhibition, at the Argyle Zebra Gallery in Minneapolis! The show runs from 1/13/24-3/24/24 and the opening reception is 2/24/24
Night Garden - Intention Setting Workshop -Anoka, MN
Mindfulness and Intention Setting Block Printing Workshop
The beginning of the Calendar year is a time that we set goals and intentions for ourselves for the next 12 months. Whether you are looking for more Strength, Love, Courage, or Abundance, Consider your intentions and meditate on them while creating a beautiful symbolic reminder of the things you are manifesting.
The Night Garden series is a series of floral designs that represent things we hope to “grow” in our lives. Through the entire process of creating the design, and carving the block, you will use the time to be mindful and intentional about the changes you intend to make in your life.
The alchemy of creation is a spiritual one, and connects deeply with our souls, be reminded and inspired every day when you see the finished, framed piece of handmade art you’ve so carefully and intentionally created.
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Students will Spend half of the class creating a design using symbols and sigils for representation for their goals and intentions. Students will learn the basics of block printing, and will transfer the design onto a linoleum block for carving. Students will carve, and print their designs. Student will use beautiful paper for the final print and will mount and frame their finished piece. Students will be able to take home their blocks, their test prints, and their final creation.
Class costs: $40 for materials and Studio fees, $50 for class instruction- Class total: $90
Date: Saturday January 13th
Location : Rum River Art Center- Anoka Mn
Time: 10-2 pm (with a break for lunch)
To Register: https://app.getoccasion.com/p/n/GwVzcnp5
email sschewe763@gmail.com with any questions!
Night Garden- Block Printing and Intention Setting Workshop- Minneapolis, MN
Mindfulness and Intention Setting Block Printing Workshop
The beginning of the Calendar year is a time that we set goals and intentions for ourselves for the next 12 months. Whether you are looking for more Strength, Love, Courage, or Abundance, Consider your intentions and meditate on them while creating a beautiful symbolic reminder of the things you are manifesting.
The Night Garden series is a series of floral designs that represent things we hope to “grow” in our lives. Through the entire process of creating the design, and carving the block, you will use the time to be mindful and intentional about the changes you intend to make in your life.
The alchemy of creation is a spiritual one, and connects deeply with our souls, be reminded and inspired every day when you see the finished, framed piece of handmade art you’ve so carefully and intentionally created.
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Students will Spend half of the class creating a design using symbols and sigils for representation for their goals and intentions. Students will learn the basics of block printing, and will transfer the design onto a linoleum block for carving. Students will carve, and print their designs. Student will use beautiful paper for the final print and will mount and frame their finished piece. Students will be able to take home their blocks, their test prints, and their final creation.
Class costs: $40 for materials and Studio fees, $50 for class instruction- Class total: $90
Date: Saturday January 6th
Location : Supercharged Printmakers Studio- 119 Casket Arts Building (681 17th Ave NE #119, Minneapolis, MN 55413)
Time: 10-2 pm (with a break for lunch)
To Register: Night Garden Mindfulness and Intention Setting Block Printing Workshop – Supercharged Printmakers
email sschewe763@gmail.com with any questions!
Rum River Art Center- Holiday Show and Shop
I will have both artwork in the exhibition, as well as art, prints, crafts, etc. for sale.
The Rum River Art Center Hosts its annual Holiday Show & Shop. The event will take place in the Jan Johansen Gallery and throughout the Rumriver Art Center (2665 4th Ave, Suite 103A). The show opening is Saturday, November 18 from 10am-3pm. This year’s Holiday Show & Shop is filled with amazing artwork by 50+ local artists.
There is a wide variety of artwork to choose from to give as a special gift: pottery, watercolor paintings, acrylic paintings, silk scarves, greeting cards, alcohol ink, art journals, weavings, mosaics and so much more. If you are looking for a unique gift, Rumriver Art Center is the perfect place to put on your shopping list! Please stop by and see all the wonderful artwork by local artists.
Holiday Show & Shop Hours
(opening Saturday, November 18)
Monday – Friday: 10am – 3pm
Closed: November 23
Open: Saturdays 11/18, 11/25, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16, 10am – 3pm
Closed: December 23 – December 26
Open: December 27 – December 30, 10am – 3pm
Chalk Pastel Northern Lights- Wyoming, MN
Northern Lights - Chalk Pastel - Intergenerational
Get creative with the whole family over winter break! Get out of the house and get creative over winter break. Learn to draw a glowing Northern Lights scene with Chalk pastels. This class is perfect for all ages and abilities. Sign up the whole family, and create a mountain range series!
Costs: $10
Date and Time: Friday December 29th 10-12pm
Hallberg Center for the Arts
Register here: Chalk Pastel Northern Lights - Wyoming Area Creative Arts Community (wyomingcreativearts.org)
Aromatic Fire Starters- Wyoming, MN
Students will learn how to make an aromatic Fire starters to celebrate the shortest day of the year, and the return of the sun! Decorate fire starters with natural elements and use them at home in the fire place or a camp fire to add a warm glow and aroma! Make as many as you'd like for yourself and as gifts. This class is perfect for all ages, and the whole family.
Cost is $40
Register here: Aromatic Fire Starters - Wyoming Area Creative Arts Community (wyomingcreativearts.org)
Handmade Holiday Cards- Wyoming, MN
Hand-Made Holiday Cards - Matinee Edition*
Learn the basics of block printing and create your own personalized holiday cards!
Join the Hallberg Center for the Arts to Create your own handmade holiday cards. Use a template, or design your own holiday themed greeting card. Students will carve a design, and make as many hand-made one of a kind, cards as they would like. Students will be able to take home their greeting cards, envelopes, and carved blocks so they can make more cards at home!
Cost is $25 + $10 Material and Supply Fee
Reservation Limit: 12
*Our Matinee Editions are held in the main level gallery, and are wheelchair accessible
Register here:Hand-Made Holiday Cards- Matinee Edition - Wyoming Area Creative Arts Community (wyomingcreativearts.org)
Scarf Printing- Anoka, MN
Block Printed Scarves
Join us at the Rumriver Art Center for a morning of hand printing scarves. Learn the basics of linocut block printing and create a beautiful wearable piece of art. Block printing gives a unique style to any design, and can be fun and easy for beginners. All of the materials and instruction are provided in class and you’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind, handmade, wardrobe accessory for yourself or to give as a holiday gift! This class is great for older kids, great for adults, great for the whole family!
Ages: 16 and older
Date: Friday December 8
Time: 10am - 12:30pm
Cost: $35 + $10 Material Fee payable to the teacher on the day of class
Location: Rumriver Art Center (north studio suite 108)
Teacher: Surelle Strike
Register Here: Scarf Printing Class (getoccasion.com)
Handmade Holiday Cards- Wyoming, MN
Hand-Made Holiday Cards
Learn the basics of block printing and create your own personalized holiday cards!
Join the Hallberg Center for the Arts to Create your own handmade holiday cards. Use a template, or design your own holiday themed greeting card. Students will carve a design, and make as many hand-made one of a kind, cards as they would like. Students will be able to take home their greeting cards, envelopes, and carved blocks so they can make more cards at home!
Cost is $25 + $10 Material and Supply Fee
Register: Hand-Made Holiday Cards - Wyoming Area Creative Arts Community (wyomingcreativearts.org)
Holiday Card Block Printing- Minneapolis, MN
Holiday Card Printmaking 101
Learn the basics of block printing and make your own personalized holiday cards! Use a template, or design your own holiday themed greeting card. Students will carve a design, and hand make one of a kind, greeting cards. Students will be able to take home their greeting cards, and carved blocks so they can even make more cards at home!
Costs: $50 total ($20 for materials and studio Fees, $30 for class instruction)
Date and Time: Monday December 4th 6-8pm
Supercharged Printmakers - Studio 119 – Casket Arts Building - 681 17th Ave NE #119, Minneapolis, MN 55413
To Register: Holiday Printmaking Cards 101 – Supercharged Printmakers
Email: sschewe763@gmail.com with any questions!
Black and White Show
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Hand Printed Table Runners
Block Printing Thanksgiving Table Runners - Wyoming, MN
w/instructor Surelle Strike
In this class students will learn the basics of linocut block printing, and create a beautiful useable piece of art. Block printing gives a unique style to any design, and can be fun and easy for beginners. All of the materials and instruction are provided in class, and you’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind, handmade, Thanksgiving, or Holiday Table Runner
Thursday, November 9, 2023 from 6pm - 8pm
Instructor: Surelle Strike
Price: $35/class, $20/materials
Open Casket - Fall Open Studios at the Casket Arts Building
Visit my table in Studio 119 at the Casket Arts building. I will have original paintings, painting reproductions, handmade prints, cards, tea towels, t-shirts and mini prints for sale!
Open: Friday 5-10 (on the honor system I wont be at my booth on Friday)
Saturday 12-8 pm
Sunday 12-5pm
Hand Printed Table Runners
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.