intermediate drawing class with lara royer
monday, july 21st
4pm - 6pm
free to the public
PINE RIVER PUBLIC LIBRARY, PINE RIVER, MN
ages 16+
Get ready to level up your drawing skills in the most vibrant way possible! Join local artist Lara Royer at the Pine River Public Library for an intermediate drawing class where you will use color to explore light and contrast. Whether you’re looking to bring more life to your sketches or just love playing with color, this class will open your eyes to new creative possibilities.
Free to the public - Registration is required as space is limited.
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intermediate drawing class with lara royer
thursday, july 31st
5 - 7 pm
free to the public
jessie f. hallett memorial library
101 1st St SE, Crosby, MN 56441
ages 16+
Get ready to level up your drawing skills in the most vibrant way possible! Join local artist Lara Royer at the Jessie F. Hallett Memorial Library in Crosby, MN for an intermediate drawing class where you will use color to explore light and contrast. Whether you’re looking to bring more life to your sketches or just love playing with color, this class will open your eyes to new creative possibilities.
Free to the public - Registration is required as space is limited.
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Oil Painting with Darcy Brambrink
saturday, august 2nd
11:00 am - 3:00 PM
crossing arts members: $95
non-member pricing: $100
ages 18+
Unlock your inner artist in this lively and engaging oil painting class with instructor Darcy Brambrink! Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refine your skills, this workshop will introduce you to the essentials of oil painting in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.
You'll receive all the supplies needed to create your own stunning 11 x 14 landscape masterpiece. Using safe, water-based oils with no toxic chemicals, you'll explore key techniques like value studies, tone application, and shape composition to bring your vision to life on canvas.
Students are encouraged to bring a snack and drink for a break, and don't forget an old shirt, a cake pan or a cardboard box to safely transport your artwork home. Get ready to mix, blend, and paint your way to a beautiful, finished piece!
Sponsored in part by the Minnesota Arts Board with funding from the Clean Water Legacy Fund
Art can be messy—please wear clothes you don't mind getting paint on!
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intro to paper quilling with nikki besser
saturday, august 23rd
11:00 am - 2:00 PM
crossing arts members: $45
non-member pricing: $50
ages 18+
Get ready to roll, twist, and shape your way into a whole new creative adventure!
Join artist Nikki Besser for a hands-on, 3-hour introductory class that dives into the mesmerizing art of paper quilling—where colorful strips of paper become delicate designs and dazzling mini masterpieces.
What You’ll Learn:
The basics of paper quilling shapes and tools
Simple techniques that lead to stunning results
Step-by-step guidance from Nikki as you create your very own artwork
This fun and educational session is perfect for beginners or anyone looking to add a little whimsy to their world. All materials are provided—just bring your favorite snack and your imagination
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Virtual WORKSHOPS
NEEDLE-FELTED MINI LANDSCAPE KIT
“Midnight Moon”
LISA JORDAN - INSTRUCTOR
Learn to create a beautiful “Midnight Moon” scene with our new Needle-Felted Mini Landscape kits. Each kit includes all materials - wool, 6” x 6” felting mat, 38 gauge felting needle, 100% felt backing, and a mini hoop.
Follow along with Lisa Jordan, as she demonstrates the basics of Needle-Felting and how to create your mini landscape.
View Instructional Video Here!
Supply kits for this project are available in the Crossing Arts Gift Shop for $14.99.
Needle-Felted Mini Landscape Kit
“Tranquil Pond”
Lisa jordan - INSTRUCTOR
Learn to create a beautiful “Tranquil Pond” scene with our new Needle-Felted Mini Landscape kits. Each kit includes all materials - wool, 6” x 6” felting mat, 38 gauge felting needle, 100% felt backing, and a mini hoop.
Follow along with Lisa Jordan, as she demonstrates the basics of Needle-Felting and how to create your mini landscape.
View Instructional Video Here!
Supply kits for this project are available in the Crossing Arts Gift Shop for $14.99.
Needle-Felted Mini Landscape Kit
“Sunrise At The Lake”
Lisa jordan - INSTRUCTOR
Learn to create a beautiful “Sunrise At The Lake” scene with our new Needle-Felted Mini Landscape kits. Each kit includes all materials - wool, 6” x 6” felting mat, 38 gauge felting needle, 100% felt backing, and a mini hoop.
Follow along with Lisa Jordan, as she demonstrates the basics of Needle-Felting and how to create your mini landscape.
View Instructional Video Here!
Supply kits for this project are available in the Crossing Arts Gift Shop for $14.99.
GELLI PLATE MONOPRINTING
PATRICIA LINTNER - INSTRUCTOR
Using acrylic paints and Gelli press plates our guest artist Patricia Lintner will guide you through a fun experience of creating monoprints. Explore techniques using stencils, and brayers to create a stunning composition art piece.
Purchase the virtual workshop here!
This listing is for the virtual workshop ONLY. After your purchase, you will receive a link for the video that you can refer to again and again.
Monoprinting supply kits are available at Crossing Arts for $35 and will include all supplies listed, and will give you access to this class for free.
This workshop is funded, in part, by the voters of Minnesota through grants from Five Wings Arts Council and the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
ALCOHOL INKS
PATRICIA LINTNER - INSTRUCTOR
Explore Alcohol Inks on non-porous paper and experience the fluidity and vibrancy of this fun medium to create beautiful landscapes.
purchase the virtual workshop here!
This listing is for the virtual workshop ONLY. After your purchase, you will receive a link for the video that you can refer to again and again.
Alcohol Ink supply kits are available at Crossing Arts for $35 and will include all supplies listed, and will give you access to this class for free.
This workshop is funded, in part, by the voters of Minnesota through grants from Five Wings Arts Council and the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
NOT YOUR GRANDMA’S KNITTING
SUSAN STARK - INSTRUCTOR
Join our knowledgeable and skilled guest artist Susan Stark as she guides you through creating a beautiful warm chunky knit scarf. You will learn introductory skills such as how to cast on, knit stitch, garter stitch and bind off.
purchase the virtual workshop here!
This listing is for the virtual workshop ONLY. After your purchase, you will receive a link for the video that you can refer to again and again.
Knitting supply kits are available at Crossing Arts for $30 and will include all supplies listed, and will give you access to this class for free.
This workshop is funded, in part, by the voters of Minnesota through grants from Five Wings Arts Council and the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.