Mark Your Calendars

Happy Halloween everyone!
Give to the Max is coming up on the 14th of November. Support your favorite Arts Alliance activities!!

What is Give to the Max?
It is a one-day giving opportunity that maximizes your donation. Another way to donate is by becoming a sustaining donor. For further information and to donate check out this website. givemn.razoo.com/story/Elk-River-Area-Arts-Alliance

Why Give?
Supporting the Elk River Arts Alliance ensures the continuation of its many fantastic programs like…

Gallery Exhibitions

Reading Frenzy Corner

Classes

The Gift Shop

Art Soup

And their shows!

Trick or Treat at the Arts Alliance and Reading Frenzy Corner

Don't forget Trick or Treat Down Town Elk River is Friday October 25th from 11:00am to 5:00pm. Stop by the Arts Alliance and Reading Frenzy Corner for some Halloween candy. And make sure you say "Hi!" to our colorful scarecrow Allie.

 How did we make Allie?

 Find Something that makes a good head (like a bucket!) and color her beautiful face.

 Find a fantastic plaid shirt 

Add some finishing touches

And Tada! Allie!

Mixed Media Exhibition

The Mixed Media Exhibition is now on display at the Arts Alliance. We have everything from fiber to paint, and photography to wood. Come see the variety of talent that local artists have to offer, and join us for the opening on October 19th from 2pm to 5pm. Hope to see you there!

 Rice Creek meets the Mississippi by Jan Oxendale

 Abstract Purple & Yellow by Mark Haglund

 Dandelion Fluff by Katherine Lichy

 Live Edge Accent Table by Don Heise

 Bob by Mary Jo Burk

Midas Touch by Judith Hallbeck Meyeraan

 Fleurs by James Quentin Young

 Model T- Ford by Agnes Kinneman

 Red by Joan Ruprecht

Butterfly Briefcase by Jody Brosko

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