ArtReach St. Croix: Mental Health - Finding Creative Solace
ArtReach St. Croix encourages artists and viewers to consider the emotions, stigma, struggles, and healing surrounding mental health and how individuals impacted personally or tangentially find solace and strength.
Visit both locations to see work contributed by area artists.
EXHIBITION OPENING APRIL 3 / 6-8PM / ArtReach St. Croix’s Royal Credit Union Foundation Gallery,
224 N. 4th Street, Stillwater, MN 55082
ON VIEW at 2 locations:
APRIL 3-MAY 10 / ArtReach St. Croix
Wed-Fri, 10am-4pm; Sat, 12-4pm
April 3-May 11 / Washington County Historic Courthouse, 101 Pine Street West, Stillwater MN
Mon-Fri, 9am-4:30pm; Sat & Sun, 10am-4:30pm
2025 - An Exploration of Inner Worlds Through Abstraction.
An Exploration of Inner Worlds Through Abstraction.
Culture Center in Bird Island
640 Dogwood Ave, Bird Island, MN 55310
Minneapolis Sculpture Garden Art Fair
Back for its second year, the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden will be home to an art fair, Mother's Day weekend in 2025. The event is owned and operated by Homespun Events, the team behind the Minnehaha Falls Art Fair, which was voted by artists in the Sunshine Artist Magazine as the 49th Best Art Fair in the United States and 2nd Best Art Fair in Minnesota!
The event will feature approximately 150 artist booths, along with music, crafts, food, and more. Details will be announced here as they are available.
Saturday, May 10: 10am-7pm
Sunday, May 11: 10am-5pm
Art Fair on the Square - Madison, WI
Admission Free
One of the Midwest’s most popular and highly regarded outdoor celebrations of the arts will return to Capitol Square on Saturday, July 12, and Sunday, July 13, 2025, as MMoCA presents the 67th annual Art Fair on the Square.
With its mix of music, entertainment, and outdoor dining, as well as over 500 artists exhibiting paintings, prints, photographs, sculpture, jewelry, handmade clothing and accessories, and fine craft, the fair draws nearly 200,000 visitors to Madison’s Capitol Square.
Saturday, July 12, 2025 (9 AM–6 PM)
Sunday, July 13, 2025 (10 AM–5 PM)
Northwoods Art and Book Festival
I’m baack! Join me and 30+ other authors at this annual event we all love.
HerStory Book Fair
Join me and other authors for this inaugural event! I’ll have books to purcahse and sign.
Introduction to Abstract Painting, Hutchinson, MN
Learn the basics of abstract painting. A group painting experience. Minimum 5 registrations. Supplies included. Ages 18+
3 hours / $180 per person / all skill levels / In-person only
What to expect: Fun!
What to bring: Lunch.
Register at Hutchinson Center for the Arts: (320) 587-7278
Small Works on Paper and Canvas, Hutchinson Center for the Arts
Please visit Hutchinson Center for the Arts by April 18, 2025! Here is the video of Fuller’s artist talk about the exhibit and her process.
30th Arts North International
Arts North International 30
Opening Reception: Saturday, January 11, 4 - 6 pm
January 11 - February 22, 2025
Celebrating its 30th year, this highly competitive international juried exhibition showcases work by artists from throughout the United States and abroad. Recent ANI exhibitions have featured work representing artists from Japan to Canada, California to Rhode Island, Florida to Washington, and more than 30 communities of Minnesota: from Redwood Falls to Woodbury, Savage to Two Harbors. There is a wide range of mediums represented including acrylic, oil, and watercolor paintings, sculptures, fiber & textiles, ceramics, photographs, and more.
Introduction to Abstract Painting for Groups - Pump House Art Center, LaCrosse, WI
Learn the basics of abstract painting. A group painting experience. Minimum 5 registrations. Supplies included. Ages 18+
3 hours / $180 per person / all skill levels / In-person only
What to expect: Fun!
What to bring: Lunch.
Holiday Market - Old School Lives
My first novel, Saving the Ghost, was inspired by a location not far from Cotton, MN. Join me in the great Northwoods! I’ll have books and small artworks available.
Landscapes and Mindscapes
Pump House Regional Arts Center, Kader Gallery
119 King Street, La Crosse, WI, 54601
Fall Studio Art & Book Sale
Join me at my home studio with other local artists and authors for conversation, beverages, and snacks. Art and books are available for purchase. Select items up to 40% off! Sept 28-29 from 9 to 3.
Squid Fest/Rib Fest
I’ll have art and books for sale. Look for my tent with the blue banner!
MN State Fair Fine Arts Exhibit + First Glance Event & Free Preview Night
Aug. 20, 5-6:30 p.m.: First Glance Event in the Fine Arts Center at the fairgrounds. The Minnesota State Fair Foundation 501(c)(3) hosts the First Glance event to support the future of the arts at the Minnesota State Fair. Purchase tickets at msffoundation.org or call 651-288-4323. All attendees must have a ticket.
Aug. 20, 7-8:30 p.m.: Free Preview Night in the Fine Arts Center at the fairgrounds – Participating and non-exhibiting artists and their friends are cordially invited to attend the Minnesota State Fair Artists’ Preview.
Aug. 22 – Sept. 2: Minnesota State Fair
Northwoods Arts Council Art & Book Festival
Northwoods Arts & Books Festival, Hackensack, MN. I’ll be there this year with books and art. Look for my artist tent on Lake Avenue - right off Hwy 371.
Introduction to Abstract Painting, Brainerd, MN
I’m excited to be offering this workshop at the Crossing Arts Alliance in Brainerd, MN. I'll be exhibiting art in the gallery from July 3 to August 3. Meet me on July 12 for my exhibit reception then join me in a workshop on Saturday. Register for the workshop by calling the Crossing Arts at 218 -833-0416 or email at info@crossingarts.org
Learn the basics of abstract painting. A group painting experience. Minimum 5 registrations. Supplies included. Ages 18+
3 hours / $180 per person / all skill levels / In-person only
What to expect: Fun!
What to bring: Lunch.
Landscapes and Mindscapes
Join me at The Crossing Arts Alliance in Brainerd, MN for the opening reception of Landscapes and Mindscapes on Friday, July 12. from 5 to 7 p.m.
Get Off My Porch, Occassional Art Gallery. This event is free. Location will be sent to those who RSVP.
Friday, June 28
6-9 pm
Open House and Artist Reception
A dozen artists and over 100 pieces of diverse art will be on display and available for purchase, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Minnesota.
This event is free. Location will be sent to those who RSVP.
MEET AND READ - Local Authors Share Their Stories
Meet Chippewa County, MN authors or authors who write about the area for our first Meet and READ event at Java River, 210 South 1st St., Montevideo, MN. Contact M E Fuller for more information.
Seven local authors will meet at Java River to give a brief presentation about their writing. Author-signed books will be available for purchase.
2024 - Landscapes and Mindscapes. Small Works.
Owatonna Arts Center, 435 Garden View Ln, Owatonna, MN
Opening Reception June 9, 1-4 p.m.
LIVE! The Writer's Lounge - Review of Saving the Ghost & Interview with M E Fuller https://www.thomasriddell.net/blog
Blog Talk Radio Show: The Writers Lounge- Showcasing New Authors with Tom Riddell
https://www.thomasriddell.net/blog
In 2011 Tom started hosting a Blog Talk Radio Show called: The Writers Lounge. It is very successful. We broadcast the show every 2 weeks and interview 1 author per show for 45 minutes and also base the show on a review of the author’s book, which we post to the TWL Facebook site from a review which is also posted on Reedsy Discovery, Good Reads, Amazon and on Tom’s site. We currently have interviewed and reviewed over 120 authors and their books.
50th Annual Northern Lights Exhbition
Spring Thaw has been accepted to the 50th annual Northern Lights juried exhibition. Please visit the show to see all the amazing artists on display!
White Bear Center for the Arts
In the Ford Family Gallery
4971 Long Ave., White Bear Lake, MN 55110
This year White Bear Center for the Arts celebrates 50 years of the Northern Lights Juried Art Exhibition, honoring half of a century of work from artists residing in Minnesota and neighboring states. While the show has changed over the years, the heart has stayed the same; it has always been a reputable art exhibition, judged by artists knowledgeable in their field. Northern Lights continues to shine as a celebration of artists.
A Weekend of Workshops at Watermark Art Center
Two great workshops on two great days in Bemidji, MN! Dates and details to come.
Friday: How to Write a Cozy Mystery (and anything else)
Saturday: Beginning Abstract Painting
Montevideo Artist Market
Join me and other Montevideo area artists for a first-ever Artist Market event!
Old Fashioned Christmas Market
Join me for the Old Fashioned Christmas Market at Bird Island Cultural Arts Centre. Local gift vendors, Santa, kids activities, horse-drawn wagon rides, campfire, and warm beverages....like a Hallmark movie in real life. Join me. I’ll have books and small paintings available for purchase.
GSR Fine Art Festival
The GSR Fine Art Festival celebrates the fine arts in the greater Mankato area. We’re committed to creating an outlet for professional artists to connect with the community. More than 45 visual artists will display their locally-made, one-of-a-kind work at a live show on Nov. 25-26, 2023 or you can connect year-round at ShopART Midwest—GSR’s new gallery.
Author Talk & Book Signing
Join me for an author talk and book signing at the amazing Bird Island Cultural Arts Center. I’ll have all three books available for purchase.
2023 WBAC Members Exhibition
White Bear Center for the Arts
Ford Family Gallery, Exhibition Hall, and Atrium
4971 Long Ave., White Bear Lake, MN
Art Attack
The Northrup King Building's highly anticipated fall open studio event showcases four floors of amazing art and gifts that will attack all your senses – in a good way! Meet the artists, find a unique treasure, get your shopping done, or try your hand at an interactive art activity – all featured at our beautiful and historic arts building. Three days full of fun, color and inspiration! Rawr, it's Art Attack!
Friday, November 10th from 5-9pm
Saturday, November 11th from 12-8pm
Sunday, November 12th from 12-5pm
Deep Valley Book Festival
Author Event.
Country Inn & Suites Conference Center
1900 Premier Drive in Mankato, MN
Merryweather Farm Rural Arts Reveal
Join me from 2 - 10 p.m. at Merryweather Farm’s Rural Arts Reveal event. I’ll have books to sell. There will be musicians and food, and other artists’ work to enjoy throughout the afternoon and evening.
14888 Bunker Ave, Walnut Grove, MN
Art In Bayfront Park
Over 100 artists fill Bayfront Festival Park with juried works of art including jewelry, painting, photography, ceramics, metalwork, glass and more!
Duluth, MN
