EVENT LINK: https://www.kaddatzgalleries.org/current-exhibitions.html

FEE: Free

We’re delighted to share that our exhibitions opening on September 2nd will feature local artists Chuck Christianson and Kiley Busko! These exhibitions will be on view September 2 - October 18th.

Opening Reception: Thursday, September 18th from 5pm - 7pm — artist receptions are free and open to the public.

On view in our Charles Beck Gallery:

Chuck Christianson: recent paintings

This exhibition presents a group of Christianson's latest oil and mixed medium paintings. Made from 2017-2025, most are shown here for the first time.

On view in our Studio K Gallery:

Kiley Busko: North Country Trail

This exhibition will feature an array of recent watercolor paintings inspired by fauna found amongst the North Country Trail.

EVENT LINK: https://lrac4.org/call-for-artists

FEE: Free to apply

Call for Art

“Artist Collaboration – Turmoil & Tranquility” Exhibition  

Exhibition Dates: Monday, January 12 to Thursday, March 12, 2026
Artist Reception: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 5-6:30pm – Artist Talk at 5:30pm 

Call Opens: Monday, September 15, 2025

Application Deadline: Monday, October 6, 2025 | 5:00 PM

We are challenging regional artists to pair up and collaborate on bold proposals that transform the LRAC Main Gallery into a unique, immersive visual experience. This collaboration can be between a visual artist(s) and a literary artist(s) and/or musical artist(s) to transfer the gallery space. We ask the collaborating team of two to three artists to think of the gallery space in a fresh new perspective and how they will use the space, lighting, moveable walls and street presence of the Gallery in a new way.

Eligibility & Guidelines

This Call for Art is open to all artists living in the nine counties served by the Lake Region Arts Council: Becker, Clay, Douglas, Grant, Otter Tail, Pope, Stevens, Traverse, and Wilkin counties in west central Minnesota.

How to Apply

• Artists Teams may submit 1–3 works for consideration.

• One artist will serve as the primary contact and list their collaborating artist’s name on the application.

• In the artist statement, please describe your collaborative vision for the gallery installation.

• Apply online via the LRAC Gallery webpage: https://lrac4.org/call-for-artists

Application Timeline

• Call opens: Monday, September 15, 2025

• Deadline to apply: Monday, October 6, 2025 by 5:00 PM

• Notifications sent: Monday, October 20, 2025

• Juror: LRAC Gallery Committee

New applicants must create an account. Returning applicants should use their existing login credentials.

FREE TO APPLY

The online application portal opens on Monday, September 15, 2025. Please fill out the online application located on the LRAC Gallery website page.

Call for Art Information: 888-735-9622 or contact:
Naomi RaMona Schliesman, Gallery Curator: gallerycurator4@gmail.com

EVENT LINK: https://lrac4.org/exhibit-schedule

FEE: Free & open to the public

Lake Region Arts Council presents:

ART of Toys in the Main Gallery
& Solo Exhibition by John Shaw in the Office Gallery

Exhibition Dates: Monday, September 22 – Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Artist Reception: Tuesday, October 7, 2025 | 5:00–6:30 pm | Artist Talks at 5:30 pm
Location: LRAC Main Gallery, 133 South Mill Street, Fergus Falls, MN

Fergus Falls, MN – The Lake Region Arts Council (LRAC) is thrilled to announce two exciting new exhibitions opening this fall! Starting Monday, September 22, visitors can explore ART of Toys in the Main Gallery and a Solo Exhibition by John Shaw in the Office Gallery. Both exhibitions will be celebrated at a joint Artist Reception on Tuesday, October 7 from 5:00–6:30 pm, with artist talks beginning at 5:30 pm. The event is FREE and open to the public, with refreshments and light food provided.

ART of Toys brings together the playful, imaginative, and nostalgic power of toys through the eyes of regional artists. From building blocks to storytelling figures, toys have shaped our creativity since childhood. This exhibition invites audiences to rediscover the joy, inspiration, and wonder that toys bring into our lives.

Exhibiting artists include:
Rhea Northington, Sharon Fleischauer, Diane Ayers, Phena Keil, TJ Pendegast, Desiree Sky Logan, Christine Becker, Maren Kostrzewski, John Magnuson, Erinn Webb, Weyburn Wasson, Miranda Lape, and Carl Zachmann.

Alongside this exhibition, LRAC is proud to present a Solo Exhibition by John Shaw in the Office Gallery. After 35 years of practicing architecture, Shaw turned his creative energy to clay, drawing inspiration from the lakes, land, and creatures surrounding his home in North Central Minnesota. His work reflects a deep connection to place and the rhythms of nature.

Gallery Hours:
Monday – Thursday | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Closed Friday – Sunday
(Please call or email in advance to ensure the gallery is open on the day of your visit.)

These exhibitions are free to attend and open to all. Don’t miss this chance to experience art that sparks imagination and celebrates the creative spirit!

For more information, visit lrac4.org.

About the Lake Region Arts Council (LRAC):
The Lake Region Arts Council is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and encouraging the vitality of the arts in west central Minnesota. LRAC provides grant opportunities, workshops, technical assistance, and publishes a monthly ArtsNews newsletter for artists and arts organizations in the counties of Becker, Clay, Douglas, Grant, Otter Tail, Pope, Stevens, Traverse, and Wilkin.

“This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through grants from the Lake Region Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund, with additional support from the McKnight Foundation.”

EVENT LINK: https://bit.ly/4pLw4Yv

FEE: Free

Two Artists - One Very Interesting Exhibit

During the month of October, Evansville Art Center’s Gallery space is shared by two very gifted artists – Matt Bakke and TJ Pendergast.

Matt Bakke works in wood. His turned-wood creations are sure to capture your imagination.  His designs reflect the natural beauty of the wood he uses; each piece holding a personality of its own. His stunning works of art including bowls, vases, and figurines showcase the unique grain of the wood it was turned from.

TJ Pendergast is a visual artist and jewelry maker. She started painting with watercolors in 2022 after losing partial vision in one eye. She says sitting in front of an easel in her home was therapeutic. TJ wants to show her impression of the missing piece in an unexpected way through watercolor.
By bringing these two artists’ amazing work together in one exhibit space, it creates a veritable feast for the eyes with all of the shapes, colors, and textures represented in wood, watercolor and jewelry! Not only great viewing in the Gallery, but wonderful pieces to make your own or give to those you care about!

This exhibition runs from October 3 - 31 and may be seen during regular Gallery hours on Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Evansville Art Center is located at 111 Main Street in Evansville and is handicap accessible.

EVENT LINK: https://www.evansvilleartcenter.org/events

FEE: Free

ART CLASSES / Kids 8-12 Yrs

Lyssa Lovejoy will be teaching art classes for kids 8-12 years old at the Evansville Art Center. Classes will be Oct. 4, Oct. 11, Nov. 1 and Nov. 22.

REGISTER HERE

Paws-itive Creations

Saturday, October 4, 2025

10:30 AM - 12:15 PM & 2:00 PM - 3:45 PM

Magic Masks

Saturday, October 11, 2025

10:30 AM - 12:15 PM

Free Open Art Day for Young Artists

Saturday, November 1, 2025

10:30 AM - 12:15 PM

Creative Bags

Saturday, November 15, 2025

10:30 AM - 12:15 PM

Lyssa is also ​seeking partnerships with homeschool networks and community groups that value inclusive programming and would like to expand opportunities for their members. Contact ​lovejoy@lovejoyfinearts.com