Watercolor Exhibit opens at the Arts Alliance Gallery

 An exhibit of watercolor paintings by 10 artists began at the Arts Alliance Gallery on Wednesday and will continue through April 10.

The artists are Jim Anderson of Monticello, Duane Barnhart of Aitkin, Cherene Bebeau of Princeton, Kathy Braud of Little Falls, Henry Johanson of Elk River, Eleanor Johnson of Big Lake, Judy Meyeraan of Big Lake, Kim Pietrzak of Big Lake, Mary Steinson of St. Paul and Chris Wilson of Elk River.

Florals, landscapes and portraits are on display —and something new. Anderson uses watercolor paints in a special technique he calls “cementious” to create furniture and wall art. Impossible to explain, it must be seen.

A reception for the public to meet the artists is set for Saturday, March 27, 2 to 5 p.m. at the gallery, 716 Main St. Gallery hours are Wednesdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

--"Rocks & Reflections" and "Midnight in the Marsh" both by 
Cherene Bebeau

 Tree" by Chris Wilson

 --"Twin Lake" by Duane Barnhart

--"Red Hot - Cool Blue" by Kathy Braud

"Life's Reflections" by Kim Pietrzak

As a special offer during this exhibit, Judy Meyeraan is taking orders for custom portraits from favorite photos. She will provide an 11'x14" watercolor portrait matted and sleeved for $150. Shown on the attached photo are examples of portraits by Judy.





Remember the reception for this exhibit is Saturday, March 27, 2 to 5 p.m. at the gallery, 716 Main St. Gallery hours are Wednesdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Got Cabin Fever?

Winter Class Schedule 2010

Got cabin fever?  The Arts Alliance has the cure. Check out our new class schedule. We have a great selection of adult classes to cure your blues. Click here for the whole schedule.

New Gallery Show "Elk River Scenes and Landmarks"

The Arts Alliance is proud to announce their new show in the Main Street Gallery.

Show dates are Jan 6 - Feb 6, 2010. 

Artists reception on Sat., Jan 16, 2-5pm. 

"Kelley Farm Rooster", Oil Painting, Joan Ruprecht

"Elk River Feed Store", Oil Painting, Shirley Hove

  "Kelley Farm House", Oil Painting, Mark Haglund

"Old Elk River", Oil Painting, Harley Rohlf (from collection of
Nancy Gongoll)






The Arts Alliance is proud to announce their new show in the Main Street Gallery.  The theme of the show is  "Elk River Scenes and Landmarks".  The show features Arts Alliance members and their art.
Show dates are Jan 6 - Feb 6, 2010. 
Artists reception on Sat., Jan 16, 2-5pm. 
Come and meet the artists at the reception. There will be refreshments and live music by 2 talented young musicians playing the flute and keyboard.

Come join the party!

Holiday Hours

The Gallery will be closed from December 25, 2009 -  
January 3, 2010.  The member's show featuring Elk River Scenes & Landmarks will open on Wednesday, Jan 6.

Christmas Gifts

The Arts Alliance Gallery still has a wonderful selection of artwork and gift items to chose from.  Visit us for a more relaxed Holiday shopping experience.  We are open Wed - Sat, 11am - 5pm.  We will close at 3pm on 12/24.

Thank you Supporters and Volunteers

A great big "Thank you!" to all our artists, supporters and volunteers who assisted in so many ways during this past year.  We look forward to wonderful New Year!

Cool Christmas Gifts for Kids Only

Hurry in for this one.  From our 2009-2010 Fall & Winter Art Class Schedule

940 — Cool Christmas Gift: for Kids Only
Ages 7 through 11
There’s no more loved gift than one a child makes for a
parent, grandparent, or teacher. In this class kids will create
a box with a pop-up image of themselves. They will make
cards with good thoughts and promises of kind deeds. And
then they’ll print their own paper to wrap it all in. A great
way to encourage creativity and thoughtful gift giving in any
child.
Saturday, December 5 from 1 to 3 PM
Register by December 1
Class Fee: $17 ($15 members)
Instructor: Chris Wilson
941 — New! Seeing Through Drawing

Your kids will have a blast.

Sign up here.
Other available classes.