Event Link:  Project412mn.org/Charley-Harper.

FEE: FREE to attend the exhibition.

A vibrant new art exhibition featuring the work of iconic American artist Charley Harper has arrived in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota thanks to a unique international collaboration with the Muséum de Toulouse in France in partnership with the Charley Harper Art Studio. 

 

Muséum de Toulouse —the second largest museum in France—contacted Project 412 after learning about its recent work bringing artist Thomas Dambo and the world’s largest permanent troll exhibition to the area. Impressed by the organization's commitment to engaging the community through art and nature, the Muséum de Toulouse offered Detroit Lakes the first stop on the international tour of their “Colors & Shapes – Nature as Seen by Charley Harper” exhibit.

 

The indoor-outdoor exhibit features over 50 reproductions of Charley Harper’s art throughout Detroit Lakes in three locations: 

Zone 1: Who Was Charley Harper?  / See 12 Works of Art at Ortenstone Gardens & Sculpture Park (28499 Randolph Rd)

 Zone 2: Charley Harper’s Unique Vision of Nature / See 27 Works of Art at the Becker County Museum (714 Summit Ave)

Zone 3: Charley Harper, Artist & Activist / See 13 Works of Art at the Washington Square Mall (808 Washington Ave)

 

The exhibits will remain open during each venue’s operating hours through September 15. This exhibition is free and open to the public - thanks to Project 412 Wave Makers.

 

“We’re thrilled to bring this visually striking display to Detroit Lakes and to continue showcasing internationally renowned art in our community,” said Amy Stearns, Executive Director for Project 412. “Charley Harper’s distinctive style and joyful celebration of nature align beautifully with our mission and our community’s creative spirit.”

 

For more information about the exhibition visit Project412mn.org/Charley-Harper.

Event Link: Click here to register all 5 classes

Click here to register for individual classes

FEE: Individual classes $35 each, book all 5 for $165

Gouache Painting: Whimsical Charley Harper Animals

Sat Jun 7th 1:00pm - Sat Aug 9th 2:00pm

Gouache Painting: Whimsical Charley Harper Animals

Learn step by step how to paint different whimsical and adorable creatures designed by the graphic artist Charley Harper. Local artist Anna Lassonde will walk you through how to paint each creature in gouache! Gouache is a fun medium very similar to watercolors, but very bright and graphic to try and emulate Charley Harper’s fun graphic style of art. There are 5 different classes through the summer, come to one or pay for all 5 and save some money!

All materials provided, Ages 13+, all classes are final sale

Make sure to go see the Colors and Shapes: Nature According to Charley Harper exhibition at the Becker County Museum, the Washington Square Mall, and Ortonstone Gardens brought to you by Project 412. These fun and colorful art pieces have a little something for everyone.

Click here to register all 5 classes

Click here to register for individual classes

Individual classes $35 each, book all 5 for $165

June 7th 1-2pm- Cardinal

June 25th 6-7pm- Songbirds

July 9th 6-7pm- Fox

July 23rd 6-7pm- Owl

August 9th 11am-12pm- Loons