EVENT & REGISTRTION LINK: https://form.jotform.com/252156563116151

FEE: Sliding Scale Registration Fee: $30-$45 (supplies included)

Jackson Pollock Inspired Painting w/ Jona Brown

Saturday, September 20 from 10AM-12PM for Ages 7-15

 About the Instructor:

Jona M Brown is a Fergus Falls-based oil painting artist, known for her chicken, butterfly, and kitchen-inspired art. Inspired by unique items or an interesting character, she creates compositions that tell a story. Jona studied oil painting in high school and college. She received a BS in interior design from NDSU with a minor in bus. admin. Jona spent 30 years in retail, running Biffley’s & Bookmark and JCP Catalog. Currently Jona paints murals for the OTCHS, researches genealogy, teaches art and Sunday School, and maintains and restores her historic home. To expand her artistic skills and story-telling ability, she is exploring oil pastels and cartoon drawing.

Class Date: Saturday, September 20 from 10AM-12PM

Sliding Scale Registration Fee: $30-$45 (supplies included)

Class will take place in the Classroom located in the lower level at Kaddatz Galleries (111 W. Lincoln Ave. Fergus Falls, MN 56537).

Scholarship: Accessibility is important to us! Partial and full scholarships may available based on need. If cost is a barrier, please fill out our scholarship request form linked here: CLICK HERE

EVENT LINK: https://terracemill.org/store

FEE: $60 Includes all supplies

Fall Woodcarving Class

Sunfish Carving, with Roger Thalman & Prairie Woodcarvers. Carve and Paint a realistic sunfish and background. For ages 14-104. Suitable for beginners and experienced carvers. 

EVENT LINK: https://pci.jotform.com/form/252157001327143

FEE: Sliding Scale Registration Fee: $45-$65 (supplies included)

Beginning Watercolor w/ Jona Brown

Saturday, September 20 from 1:30PM - 4:30 for Ages 17+ 

Class description here

About the Instructor:

Jona M Brown is a Fergus Falls-based oil painting artist, known for her chicken, butterfly, and kitchen-inspired art. Inspired by unique items or an interesting character, she creates compositions that tell a story. Jona studied oil painting in high school and college. She received a BS in interior design from NDSU with a minor in bus. admin. Jona spent 30 years in retail, running Biffley’s & Bookmark and JCP Catalog. Currently Jona paints murals for the OTCHS, researches genealogy, teaches art and Sunday School, and maintains and restores her historic home. To expand her artistic skills and story-telling ability, she is exploring oil pastels and cartoon drawing.

Class Date: Saturday, September 20 from 1:30PM - 4:30

Sliding Scale Registration Fee: $45-$65 (supplies included)

Class will take place in the Classroom located in the lower level at Kaddatz Galleries (111 W. Lincoln Ave. Fergus Falls, MN 56537).

Scholarships: A limited number of partial and full scholarships may available based on need. If cost is a barrier, please fill out our scholarship request form linked here: CLICK HERE

EVENT LINK: https://www.strangefarmgirl.com/workshops/

FEE: Class Fee $55 / Ages 16+ / Class size limited / Pre-registration required by Friday, October 3.

Book of Ancestors - Mixed Media Collage Workshop

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 / 5-7pm at the Holmes Art Cellar (in the Historic Holmes Theatre, 806 Summit Ave. Detroit Lakes, MN)

This October, step into the season of remembrance and creativity with a collage workshop inspired by the Book of Ancestors* and the traditions of Día de los Muertos. 

Carmen will help you explore basic collage techniques while creating layered works of art that honor those who came before us. Using paint, paper, glue, vintage images, and found materials, you’ll learn how to cut, arrange, and assemble pieces into meaningful compositions that reflect both personal stories and universal themes of connection across generations.

You’ll will leave with a finished collage that feels like a page torn from your own “book of ancestors,” a keepsake to display or add to an altar of remembrance during Día de los Muertos.

• No prior experience necessary — just curiosity and a willingness to experiment.
• Bring photocopies of your own family photographs, letters, or small mementos that can be used to create your one-of-a-kind collage.
• Canvas and remaining supplies are included.
• This might get messy, so please dress accordingly.

Class Fee $55 / Ages 16+ / Class size limited.

*“Book of Ancestors” by Claire Goodchild will be referenced during class. It is NOT necessary for you to purchase or read the book prior to class. But if you’re curious – it is available at Bluebird Books in Detroit Lakes, MN or Amazon.com. 

EVENT LINK: https://terracemill.org/store

FEE: Cost is $50- Includes 2 ornaments and all supplies. Additional ornaments are available to paint for $20 each.

Paint Christmas ornaments in the traditional Norwegian Folk Painting or Rosemaling, with Carol Braaten. . 

EVENT & REGISTRATION LINK: https://form.jotform.com/252156113075146

FEE: Sliding Scale Registration Fee: $30-$45 (supplies included)

Turn your game ideas into reality! Young creators ages 7-15 will design and build their own board games using canvas boards, blank cards, spinners, dice, and colorful pawns.

Artist Jona Brown, with decades of gaming and game store experience, guides students through the creative process. Students arrive with their game concept ready and leave with a complete, playable board game that's uniquely theirs.

Perfect for young artists who love games and want to bring their imagination to life!

About the Instructor:

Jona M Brown is a Fergus Falls-based oil painting artist, known for her chicken, butterfly, and kitchen-inspired art. Inspired by unique items or an interesting character, she creates compositions that tell a story. Jona studied oil painting in high school and college. She received a BS in interior design from NDSU with a minor in bus. admin. Jona spent 30 years in retail, running Biffley’s & Bookmark and JCP Catalog. Currently Jona paints murals for the OTCHS, researches genealogy, teaches art and Sunday School, and maintains and restores her historic home. To expand her artistic skills and story-telling ability, she is exploring oil pastels and cartoon drawing.

Class Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025 from 10AM-12PM

Sliding Scale Registration Fee: $30-$45 (supplies included)

Class will take place in the Classroom located in the lower level at Kaddatz Galleries (111 W. Lincoln Ave. Fergus Falls, MN 56537).

Scholarship: Accessibility is important to us! Partial and full scholarships may available based on need. If cost is a barrier, please fill out our scholarship request form linked here: CLICK HERE

EVENT & REGISTRTION LINK: https://form.jotform.com/252156064126148

FEE: Sliding Scale Registration Fee: $30-$45 (supplies included)

Cartography Map Making Art Class w/ Jona Brown

Saturday, November 8 from 10AM-12PM for Ages 7-15

Create your own unique maps using watercolors, ink, and markers! Young artists will design fantasy worlds, treasure maps, or maps of their favorite places while learning basic cartography skills.

Artist Jona Brown will guide students in using color, symbols, and labels to bring their maps to life. Students will explore the art of mapmaking while creating a personalized piece they can treasure.

Perfect for young explorers and artists who love adventure and storytelling!

About the Instructor:

Jona M Brown is a Fergus Falls-based oil painting artist, known for her chicken, butterfly, and kitchen-inspired art. Inspired by unique items or an interesting character, she creates compositions that tell a story. Jona studied oil painting in high school and college. She received a BS in interior design from NDSU with a minor in bus. admin. Jona spent 30 years in retail, running Biffley’s & Bookmark and JCP Catalog. Currently Jona paints murals for the OTCHS, researches genealogy, teaches art and Sunday School, and maintains and restores her historic home. To expand her artistic skills and story-telling ability, she is exploring oil pastels and cartoon drawing.

Class Date: Saturday, November 8 from 10AM-12PM

Sliding Scale Registration Fee: $30-$45 (supplies included)

Class will take place in the Classroom located in the lower level at Kaddatz Galleries (111 W. Lincoln Ave. Fergus Falls, MN 56537).

Scholarship: Limited number of partial and full scholarships may available based on need. If cost is a barrier, please fill out our scholarship request form linked here: CLICK HERE

EVENT LINK: https://pci.jotform.com/form/252306961349158

FEE: Sliding Scale Registration Fee: $45-$65 (supplies included)

Oil Pastels Adult Art Class w/ Jona Brown

Saturday, November 8 from 1:30PM - 4:30 for Ages 17+

Learn the vibrant art of oil pastels! Adult beginners will master step-by-step techniques including blending with solvents, layering colors, and sgraffito (scratching technique).

These creamy, waxy sticks offer intense colors perfect for expressive artwork. Students will create a simple composition while exploring this fun and immediate medium under expert guidance.

Great for adults wanting to dive into a colorful, hands-on art experience!

About the Instructor:

Jona M Brown is a Fergus Falls-based oil painting artist, known for her chicken, butterfly, and kitchen-inspired art. Inspired by unique items or an interesting character, she creates compositions that tell a story. Jona studied oil painting in high school and college. She received a BS in interior design from NDSU with a minor in bus. admin. Jona spent 30 years in retail, running Biffley’s & Bookmark and JCP Catalog. Currently Jona paints murals for the OTCHS, researches genealogy, teaches art and Sunday School, and maintains and restores her historic home. To expand her artistic skills and story-telling ability, she is exploring oil pastels and cartoon drawing.

Class Date: Saturday, November 8 from 1:30PM - 4:30

Sliding Scale Registration Fee: $45-$65 (supplies included)

Class will take place in the Classroom located in the lower level at Kaddatz Galleries (111 W. Lincoln Ave. Fergus Falls, MN 56537).

Scholarships: A limited number of partial and full scholarships may available based on need. If cost is a barrier, please fill out our scholarship request form linked here: CLICK HERE

EVENT LINK: https://pci.jotform.com/form/252307203190142

FEE: Sliding Scale Registration Fee: $45-$65 (supplies included)

Soft Pastels Adult Art Class w/ Jona Brown

Saturday, October 11 from 1:30PM - 4:30 for Ages 17+

Cultivate your creative side with soft pastels! Adult beginners ages 17+ will learn simple techniques while experimenting with color and various underpainting methods.

Jona Brown will teach color mixing fundamentals and guide students through simple compositions to create expressive studies of color and movement. This hands-on class is perfect for exploring the vibrant, immediate medium of soft pastels.

Ideal for adults ready to start their artistic journey in a supportive, beginner-friendly environment!

About the Instructor:

Jona M Brown is a Fergus Falls-based oil painting artist, known for her chicken, butterfly, and kitchen-inspired art. Inspired by unique items or an interesting character, she creates compositions that tell a story. Jona studied oil painting in high school and college. She received a BS in interior design from NDSU with a minor in bus. admin. Jona spent 30 years in retail, running Biffley’s & Bookmark and JCP Catalog. Currently Jona paints murals for the OTCHS, researches genealogy, teaches art and Sunday School, and maintains and restores her historic home. To expand her artistic skills and story-telling ability, she is exploring oil pastels and cartoon drawing.

Class Date: Saturday, October 11 from 1:30PM - 4:30

Sliding Scale Registration Fee: $45-$65 (supplies included)

Class will take place in the Classroom located in the lower level at Kaddatz Galleries (111 W. Lincoln Ave. Fergus Falls, MN 56537).

Scholarships: A limited number of partial and full scholarships may available based on need. If cost is a barrier, please fill out our scholarship request form linked here: CLICK HERE