Category Archives: Visual Art

Mainstreaming Scandinavia

Posted on April 5, 2013 by

Though I attended St. Olaf College, Scandinavia always felt like a far-away place. Occasionally we might get a visit from the Princess of Norway as she publicized her new children’s book, or the Prince as he came to commemorate Norway’s … Continue reading →

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Ringing in a Lucky ‘13

Posted on January 2, 2013 by

Last January, Lauren and I came up with lists of things we were excited for in 2012. Looking forward to the New Year put me in the right mindset, and definitely helped me plan for fun weekend activities (and got … Continue reading →

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America the Beautiful

Posted on July 4, 2012 by

“When an American says that he loves his country, he means not only that he loves the New England hills, the prairies glistening in the sun, the wide and rising plains, the great mountains, and the sea.  He means that … Continue reading →

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Whirl Around the Twin Cities Art Scene

Posted on May 23, 2012 by

This past weekend I found myself in Northeast Minneapolis enjoying an eclectic array of paintings, drawings, antiques, sculptures, and photographs. Oh yes, and masked lucha libre wrestlers, preparing for epic battles. Put it all together and you get a fantastic … Continue reading →

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Are You Ready for Some Sports Art?

Posted on April 12, 2012 by

Hockey season is drawing to a close. Basketball is winding down. Football was so three months ago. But wait, what’s that I hear? The sound of screaming Twins fans over at Target Stadium? Yes indeed, Opening Day has once again … Continue reading →

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Graphic Content

Posted on November 2, 2011 by

Last Thursday, my husband Tom and I ventured to the Walker Art Center’s new exhibit Graphic Design: Now in Production, which opened on October 22. From the moment we entered the expansive, white entryway, I was captivated by sights, sounds, … Continue reading →

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Cherry on Top

Posted on June 1, 2011 by

On my way home from work this week, I took my typical stroll through the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden. As I wandered past the mega-spoon and cherry, where innumerable groups of tourists pose daily, I got to thinking: when and how … Continue reading →

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The Art of Twentieth Century Book Arts

Posted on April 5, 2011 by

Recently, I attended a lecture at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts about the ever-evolving world of book arts. I learned within minutes that this evocative art form is not to be confused with children’s book illustrations or coffee table books. … Continue reading →

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