Local students participating in art exhibit at Ralph Engelstad Arena
Tue, 04/21/2015 - 9:57am
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Northwest Minnesota Arts Council (NWMAC) is pleased to announce that their 2015 Northwest Minnesota Art Exhibit will begin April 22nd at the Ralph Engelstad Arena in Thief River Falls, Minnesota. The NW MN Art Exhibit runs through May 4th, concluding with an artist reception that includes an award ceremony. The exhibit is free and open for public viewing during regular business hours and during special events at the Arena; including the TRF Community Expo from 5-7 on Thursday, April 23.
Please feel welcome to attend the free artist reception on Monday, May 4. Guest speaker Shelia Smith, Executive Director for Minnesota Citizens for the Arts, will do a special presentation; Northwest Minnesota Arts Council Board Member’s and Executive Director Mara Hanel will recognize and present awards to exhibit winners and the winners of the 2015 Northwest Star Artist, Arts Advocate and Artist of the Year. Local musical entertainment will also be featured. Information on NWMAC grant programs and services will be highlighted. The reception and the exhibit are free and open to the public. Come at 4:15 to view the fine art in the lobby, mingle, and vote on people’s choice; then move downstairs to the Imperial room to enjoy an appetizer and music prior to the program starting at 5pm. The exhibit will officially close following the reception, with all artists removing their art.
Local students participating include: Donna Arveson, Daylyn Kainz, Kourtney Konickson, Jordey Marquis, Benji Wilebski and Peyton Frank from the Goodridge High School; Kelly Dougherty, Emilie Tykward, McKayla Vad and Samantha Kraulik from the Grygla High School; Betsy Saurdiff, Goodrigdge/Grygla Art teacher, will also have pieces on display.