Fall Class List

Have you ever wanted to create art with other enthusiasts while learning from an experienced instructor in that area? Maybe you have always wanted to participate but have never jumped at the chance. Take advantage of what the Arts Alliance has to offer by checking out the Fall class list!

The classes include:

K Art (Ages 5 – 6)

First Saturday of every month

Register as you go or all at once 

8 sessions starting 10/5

Soap Making Safety I

Instructor: Gretchen Moritz

Register by 10/4

1 session 10/12

Clay  – Beginning/Intermediate    

Instructor: Chad Briggs 

Register by 10/4

6 sessions starting 10/9

Make a Wizard Wand

Instructor: Lauren Rudy

Register by 10/18

1 session 10/26

Live by Lunch! Website Building Workshop

Instructor: Aaron Smith

Register by 10/18

1 session 10/26

Mixed Media Exploration

Instructor: Valarie Holm

Register by 10/31

1 session 11/7

Liquid Soap

Instructor: Gretchen Moritz

Register by 11/1

1 session 11/9

Watercolor Holiday Sampler

Instructor: Kim Pietrzak

Register by 11/29

1 session 12/7

All Natural Lip Balm

Instructor: Gretchen Moritz

Register by 12/6

1 session 12/14

For more information on all classes and to register call 763-441-4725 or visit www.elkriverart.org

Fashion Photos

The Fashion show was a success! Thank you to everyone involved and check out some photos from the event below.

 Joan Modeling Evening Shawl by Kathryn Grafsgaard

Judy modeling Not Me by Yvonne Curran 

Cowichan Knit Set modeled by artist Rhea Beaudry  

Darlene modeling Mohair Shawl by Sylvia Dudycha

Lisa modeling Handwoven Wool Jacket by Winnie Johnson

Marty modeling Tunic in Blue by Sylvia Dudycha

Jean modeling Vintage Shawl by Kathryn Grafsgarrd 

 Kitty-Cat Meow Bag modeled by artist Ella

&

Jasmine modeling Chicken Hat by Chris Wilson

Fiber Fashion Show

Check out this short clip to get a sneak peak at the Fiber Fashion Show this Saturday the 14th at 3:00pm. See you there!

All Fiber Exhibit

The All Fiber Exhibit is now open at the Arts Alliance! The show runs from Sept. 4th - Oct. 5th. Events coinciding with the exhibit include the reception on Saturday Sept. 14th from 2pm -5pm and a Fashion Show at 3pm the same day. Come see the wide variety of fiber arts on display.

Open Arms by Angie Mueller

Vintage Shawl by Kathryn Grafsgaard

Grandma Standley's Nine Piece Quilt by Jean L. Orr

Stained Glass by Carol Hendrickson 

A Day at the Fair by B. Gooby 

A Conversation

What do you want to see on the Arts Alliance blog?

We want to make this page more interactive and get people talking about art and sharing ideas. 

Make suggestions

- Have a class in mind you would like to see?

- Project ideas for kids?

- What have you been working on?

Ask questions

- What's the difference between oil paint and acrylic paint?

- When did the Arts Alliance start?

Post your favorite art quotes

- "Painting is just another way of keeping a diary" - Pablo Picasso

Leave us a comment!

Reading Frenzy Corner at the Arts Alliance

Are you planning your Labor Day weekend getaway? Maybe heading up north to the cabin? Looking for a good book to read while away relaxing and soaking up the last days of summer? The Arts Alliance and Reading Frenzy Corner is the place to pick-up a good read! The Reading Frenzy Corner features a variety of local authors covering everything from cooking to fiction AND if we don't have the book you want we can order it for you. 

 Come check it out!

 Just a few of the many books signed by the author!

Have a seat!

The Arts Alliance and Reading Frenzy Corner is open Wed.- Sat. 11:00 AM- 5:00 PM.

The 4th Annual Photography Exhibit is going on now at the Elk River Arts Alliance, and will be up until August 31st.  Our featured photographer and 'Best in Show' winner for the second year in a row is Roger Williams.  Get to know the artist better by checking out the interview below and come down to see the show for yourself!!

Grace, Roger Williams (Best in Show 2013)

Tri-colored Heron, Roger Williams (Best in Show 2012)

 

Arts Alliance: Is there a particular subject that interests you? Why?

Roger Williams: Birds are of particular interest to me. A number of years ago, I stumbled upon a reference to Arthur Morris and his concept of "Birds as Art". The idea here is to photograph birds with backgrounds that are non-distracting. I purchased Morris' first book, "The Art of Bird Photography," invested in suitable camera equipment (long lenses are a must) and began my love affair with photographing birds. I also enjoy photographing other forms of wildlife and have spent more time recently with close-up/macro photography. We don't see many of the mini-treasures around us until we go afield with only a macro lens.

AA: What inspires you to take photographs?

RW: The challenge of creating likable images and the joy of being in the out-of-doors. Flight photography is particularly fun for me.

AA: How important is composition to your work? What do you look for?

RW: Composition is extremely important. Proper placement of the bird (or other subject) in the      frame, accounting for the direction the bird is looking or flying, along with the perch or other elements in the field of view makes the image a winner or loser. Perfect composition is not always possible in the field, but can often be attained through selective cropping.

AA: Do you have a favorite time of day to take pictures? How does lighting play a role in your work?

RW: I prefer shooting in low light conditions, particularly early morning and late afternoon when the sun's colors are the warmest. I also like cloudy days which even out the light and minimize bright spots and allow longer shooting hours.

AA: Do you have an online portfolio or website where we can view more of your work?

RW: my website is www.pixelsgoingwild.com

AA: Is there anything else you would like to tell us?

RW: I appreciate the efforts of the Arts Alliance and its staff in fostering the arts in the Elk River area of the State.