Upon Closer Examination by JOHN PEARSON is an exhibition of polymer photogravure prints that invites exploration of our beautiful and mysterious natural surroundings. Rooted in locations from the Saint Croix River Valley to the shores of Mille Lacs Lake to his Saint Paul backyard, John seeks to expand upon traditional nature photography—which emphasizes portrayal of an idealized, untouched world—by giving attention to subjects in ways that further reveal their visual and narrative possibilities.

In “Loud Joy,” Leeya Jackson’s work is equally multi-modal, noisy, and curious, exploring themes related to her own neurodivergence, blackness, femininity, shame, and joy. Her interests lie in the complexity and strange beauty of Black neurodivergent girlhood, memory, and things in our shadows that others struggle to see. She is also inspired by and references the works of Afro-futuristic writer Octavia Butler, the story quilts of Faith Ringgold, the self-portraits of Frida Kahlo, and the heroic portraiture of Kehinde Wiley. She uses various mediums, such as painting, printmaking, design/typography, film, and animation, to create vibrant, lush, layered, and scattered imagery.

Stephanie Hunder’s mixed media works on paper are inspired by memories of growing up in Minnesota’s woodlands and prairies, intersected with scientific interpretation of natural phenomena. Using printmaking and antique photography, she mingles theoretical diagrams exploring the growth of complexity with documentary traces of trees and plants, building a synergistic vision of the environment.

IDENTITY

Blair Treuer

Artist Talk: Thursday, October 26th, 2023 from 6 - 7pm

www.blairtreuer.com

Many old buildings and neighborhoods have a lot of memories and history, yet they are being torn down to make way for the new.  My recent drawings and paintings are an attempt to pay tribute to these artifacts from an earlier time.  I have been painting outdoors for over thirty years. I frequently paint in northern Minnesota and various locations while traveling, but most of my work has focused on the Twin Cities. I often paint in the older parts of the city, trying to capture the distinct character of each area before it vanishes.  When painting I work on site and try to create a spontaneous impression of the scene, the light, and the feeling of the subject while looking at it.  Although I spent several years studying and painting in the classical realist style, my goal now is not to create photorealistic representations, but rather capture the immediate essence of the places that resonate with me. I am inspired by the work of the early impressionists, the Camden Town group painters, and the Group of Seven.

Join us in the Atrium Gallery for a look into Beth Peck’s creative process illustrating Angela Johnson’s “Just Like Josh Gibson.”

The Bloomington Elementary Schools Art Show, featuring work from K-5 students, is put on every year by Bloomington elementary art specialists in collaboration with Artistry Theater and Visual Arts. This show is one of Artistry's most popular exhibits and a favorite for so many in the community!

LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHY by Marc Ye captures the calm simplicity and the dynamic flow of a scene in nature, stimulating an emotional response that keeps the viewer in the image while communicating and creating a personal reaction. OPENING MARCH 2ND and running through APRIL 23, 2023 IN THE ATRIUM GALLERY.

OPENING RECEPTION

Thursday, March 2nd from 6 - 8pm.

The reception is free and open to the public.

The goal of Hometown Poetry is to celebrate art and literature and integrate it into our communities, highlight the talent of Bloomington writers, and bring a sense of surprise, delight, and contemplation to pedestrians.

Presented by the City of Bloomington, Artistry Theater and Visual Arts, and the Hennepin County Library.

ARTIST
Eduardo Romo

RECEPTION
Thursday, September 15, 6:00-8:00 pm
The reception is free and open to the public.

ARTIST
Harrison Halker Heinks

OPENING RECEPTION
Thursday, August 18, 6:00-8:00 pm
The reception is free and open to the public.

ARTIST
Silent Fox

RECEPTION
Saturday, June 11, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
The reception is free and open to the public.