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Urban Sketch

Urban Sketch

Saturday 26 October
South Minneapolis - 10am - 2 Hours
Joel Barkley
Immerse yourself in the art of urban sketching with our guided drawing session. Whether you're drawn to fountain pens or prefer the flair of calligraphic pens, our gathering is the perfect environment for artists of all levels eager to hone their skills. Join us in discovering the techniques of perspective drawing, and let's capture the essence of the interior architecture of Mia together. Be inspired by the masterpieces on the walls and the transform the vibrant scenes around you into striking pen masterpiece of your own. Come, witness your surroundings through an artist's lens and express your vision on paper.
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$47      
Sketching Modern Sculpture in a Natural Setting

Sketching Modern Sculpture in a Natural Setting

Saturday 09 November
Central Minneapolis - 11:30am - 2 Hours
Joel Barkley
Drawing abstract sculpture in a natural setting. The focus is contrasting contours! Bring your sketch book and pencils and we will seek out the weirdness of the sculpture garden!
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$47      

Other Nearby Groups

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 05 October
Saint Anthony - 10am - 3 Hours
Minneapolis Photography Group
Tom Archibald
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
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$92       2 places left
Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 19 October
Portland Ave S - 10am - 2 Hours
Minneapolis Photography Group
Tom Archibald
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.

We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
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$47      
The City at Night

The City at Night

Saturday 26 October
S 2nd Street - 6pm - 2 Hours
Minneapolis Photography Group
Tom Archibald
Many people don't think about nighttime being a good time to do photography since there's a lack of light. However, armed with knowledge about your camera's settings and the properties of light, nighttime photography can be a lot of fun.

In this meetup, you'll learn about the best camera settings for nighttime photography. We'll also explore the kinds of light available to us and how to use that light to make some awesome photos. As always, there are exercises that will help you put your new knowledge to work.
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$47      

Studio Photography Class

Studio Photography Class

Saturday 16 November
39 Ave NE in Saint Anthony Village - 10am - 3 Hours
Minneapolis Photography Group
Tom Archibald
A 3 hour class showing the fundimentals of having and using a studio. Production photography, flash and lighting power. Settings and materials like white board and reflectors.

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$92       4 places left
Christmas Photography & Cookies

Christmas Photography & Cookies

Saturday 14 December
39 Ave NE in Saint Anthony Village - 10am - 2 Hours
Minneapolis Photography Group
Tom Archibald
What a wonderful way to boost your Holiday cheer! You'll learn the many possibilities of Christmas Photography. The colors, the lights, the tree, the FOOD. So many photos to take, so little time. Bring your camera and your favorite cookies to share and photograph and get ready to start taking amazing Christmas photos.
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$47      
ABOUT MINNEAPOLIS
ART
GROUP
Come along to our meetups to improve your art in a relaxed and social atmosphere, and under the guidance of a professional instructor. Complete beginners to experienced artists all welcome.

Our 2 hour meetups are held in a different location each time, usually outdoors.

Bring your own materials which can be anything from pencils or pastels, to watercolour or oils.

If you are a complete beginner all you need to start are a couple of good drawing pencils, a rubber, and a drawing pad.

Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to experienced artists. The instructor is there to help everyone.

The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

Join the Facebook Group here to share your art and enjoy the art of other locals.

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Our meetups and classes are limited to a max of 12 people
REVIEWS
This was a great event. Thank you for hosting it. There was just enough of us to work off each other. and Charlee was great at letting us paint, but also giving us some new information about Guashe paints and some new techniques.
5/5
Ann
2024-05-13
Absolutely enjoyed my first experience learning about collage making. Charlee was the best teacher and I already consider her my friend.
5/5
M
2024-02-26
Wonderful time flew by. Look forward to another get together.
5/5
Marjorie
2024-02-26

I am so glad I found you! This was the most positive, productive 2 hrs I've spent in ages. Hoa Kutcher was great. She was patient, professional, and glad to share her knowledge of watercolor with me. I have gained so much confidence but mainly willingness to paint! Thanks so much for offering this class
5/5
Ann
2023-07-23
ARTISTS
Joel Barkley
Joel is a classically trained, award winning illustrator/visual artist with 45 years experience in drawing and painting. Awarded the 2015 Minnesota State Arts Board $10,000 Artist Initiative Grant with pubic presentation on Level 9 of the Guthrie Theater. Joel is also an award winning independent film maker with awards from eleven countries world wide. Joel's work can be seen in commercial and private venues coast to coast including restaurants and private residences in Minneapolis. His talents converge in his film work where his self-taught talent for period millinery, costuming and animation mix together in a unique trans-medium visual feast. Joel's unique style of melding of mediums can be viewed at www.tinbennu.com which is Joel's personal portfolio website. His film work and animated eBook portfolios may be seen at www.thekrankykitty.com

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PHOTOS
Minneapolis Art Group
2024-03-25
Minneapolis Art Group
2024-10-01
Title or Location: Life Cycle (cotton)
The beauty of life is in the change. We humans, along with all of nature, are not static beings, rather we find ourselves caught up in a wonder-filled cyclical life. New birth gives way to death, so creating space for the new once again.
Credit: Sarah Geesey
Facebook: Sarah Geesey Artist
Instagram: SarahGeeseyArtist
Melbourne Art Group
2024-10-01

Minneapolis Art Group
2024-10-01
Title or Location: The Simple Joy of Moo Deng
Like most people, I have had my heart captured by the baby hippo named Moo Deng. I wanted to show that simple joy expressed by this innocent creature. Hopefully, this will brighten the day for others as well.
Credit: Anthony Colaizzi
Instagram: AnthonyColaizzi_Artist
Knoxville Art Group
2024-09-23
Minneapolis Art Group
2024-09-16
Title or Location: The Nature Spirit
Pastel chalk on wrapping paper 24X35 This was inspired by a sculpture of a shaman and a photo I took of a vine growing on a dead tree. I felt that there is a spirit in those woods and that it should be seen as lurking, partially visible.
Credit: Steve Ferree

Knoxville Art Group
2024-09-23
Minneapolis Art Group
2024-09-07
Title or Location:
I work digitally, Procreate app on my iPad. I belong to group that issues prompts which was Full Tree. Naturally I thought cats. And developed my painting with a full tree of cats ready for harvest.
Credit: Constance Gunderson
Knoxville Art Group
2024-09-23

Minneapolis Art Group
2024-08-26
Title or Location: Caracara Modonba
One of my favorite birds is the crested caracara from the region of the southwestern US. The caracara is my guide exploring my unconscious memories. Guiding me to various keys or clues to an internal universe.
Credit: MaryBeth Garrigan
Facebook: Ugly Daisy Stufio
Instagram: @uglydaisystufio
Knoxville Art Group
2024-09-23
Minneapolis Art Group
2024-08-17
Title or Location: My studio
Inspired by Kevin Hill
Credit: Rob
Instagram: Rob_arts199

Knoxville Art Group
2024-09-23
Glasgow Art Group
2024-10-03
Title or Location: Ethereal Reverie.
Ethereal ReverieJason McCreadie, 2024 Oil on Canvas, 18 x 24 inches?Ethereal Reverie? marks a profound evolution in the artistic journey of Jason McCreadie, capturing a moment of pure elegance and timeless beauty. This stunning oil painting depicts a beautiful brunette in a strikingly contemplative pose, gracefully walking through a serene mass of white doves that flutter around her. She is adorned in a luxurious silk-wrapped dress, exuding an air of sophistication reminiscent of the Ren
Credit: Jason Mccreadie
Facebook: jasonmccreadieart
Instagram: jasonmccreadieart
Baton Rouge Art Group
2024-10-02
Title or Location: Cajun Rivera
Painted from a photo given to me by a fellow fly fisherman. The camp is located in the Barateria area in Louisiana. Photo was not copied exactly.
Credit: Brent Larry Offner

Belfast Art Group
2024-10-02
Title or Location: Turtle in the surf
Given a large tile it was a challenge. Lots of ink, acrylic and covered in resin. I wanted a cooker back that was interesting so made my own ?as you do&129335&8205&9792&65039
Credit: Michele Norman
Facebook: Michele Norman
Instagram: Mishafurbyart
Glasgow Art Group
2024-09-30
Title or Location: A hairy dog on the beach
This dog stood out in the crowd in Beadnell beach it had a very cheeky face so I had to paint him I hope you like
Credit: Gordon Wallace
Louisville Art Group
2024-09-29
Title or Location: Friends
This is my watercolor from 2019 on 11"x14" Bristol board. Enjoy.
Credit: Terry Kaegin

Allentown Art Group
2024-09-29
Title or Location: Rocky Raccoon 2.0

Credit: Joey Riley
Facebook: ArtbyJoeyRiley
Instagram: ArtbyJoeyRiley
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