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Classes, classes, classes...now that fall is almost here, check them out

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Classes, classes, classes...now that fall is almost here, check them out

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Many BAA artists teach at Crooked Line Studio and Arts Paper & Paint. You can find even more opportunities at the YAM, Octopus Ink, Q's, Yellowstone Coffee & Canvas (in Lockwood).

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An exhibition of paintings featuring works by artists Susan Nelson and Mana Lesman called ‘Pictograph Cave and Beyond’ 

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An exhibition of paintings featuring works by artists Susan Nelson and Mana Lesman called ‘Pictograph Cave and Beyond’ 

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will be held Aug. 29-Sept. 1 from 10 a.m. — 4 p.m. at Pictograph Cave State Park.

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Calling all Artists! We are pleased to be accepting silent auction artwork submissions for YAM's Art Auction 57. Selected works will be on display at the Yellowstone Art Museum beginning February 7, 2025, and culminate in a Silent and Live Auction Gala on Saturday, March 8, 2025. More event details will follow. The signature exhibition and auction event raises crucial support for the museum's exhibitions and educational programs by each featured artists generously donating a portion of their artwork's proceeds.

Applications and corresponding images of artist’s submissions are due by midnight on Sunday, November 3, 2024. Submissions are currently FREE with the coupon code AA57 through Sunday, September 1. Any application submitted between September 2 and the November 3rd deadline must include a $35 application fee. Artists interested in submitting their artwork to the silent auction, including small works, can apply directly HERE.

Important Dates for Submitting Artists:

Last day of free application: Sunday, September 1, 2024

Final application deadline: Sunday, November 3, 2024

Acceptance notification sent no later than: Friday, November 22, 2024

Art delivered to YAM by: Sunday, December 15, 2024

Exhibition opening: Friday, February 7, 2025

Live & Silent Auction Gala: Saturday, March 8, 2025

The annual art auction is one of the YAM’s most treasured opportunities to spotlight celebrated regional artwork, introduce emerging artists, and inspire patrons at every stage of collecting. We invite you to be part of this diverse and exciting exhibition and the many events surrounding it!

Apply Now

Questions? Contact Molly Schiltz, Special Events Coordinator at the Yellowstone Art Museum at events@artmuseum.org.

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Register at https://goldenartistcolors.com/event-registration

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Ubiquitous: John Kennedy & Shane De Leon Exhibition Opening Reception

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Ubiquitous: John Kennedy & Shane De Leon Exhibition Opening Reception

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This exhibition will feature the work of John Kennedy and Shane de Leon
June 7 - July 20, 2024
Opening Reception Friday, June 7, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM, during Billings ArtWalk.
Free!

John is a watercolor artist and Urban Sketcher living in Billings Montana. He currently teaches Urban Sketching and Sketch booking classes at Crooked Line Studios, is the executive director of the Billings Arts Association, and heads up a group of Billings Urban Sketchers. https://johnkennedywatercolor.com

Shane de Leon is DIY, a gallon of Elmer's glue, an integrator of the world around him into his visual art in the most immediate and potent ways.

More info at www.kirksgrocery.com.

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We are excited to announce our Workshop Presenting Artists, Erin Furimsky and Tyler Lotz.

Registration now open

workhop dates: April 6 & 7 , 2024

The 2 day, demo based workshop is free. The $25 fee includes registration, coffee & refreshment during the workshop. Plus, your participation in a community dinner on Saturday evening with the artists at Fox Studio.

Attendees must register
There will be no refunds

Erin's and Tyler's work will be available for sale as our March-April Featured artists. This work will be posted online on March 11, at 10am MT

workshop schedule:
Friday
5-7pm MT (optional, but we would love for you to join us)
Red Lodge Clay Center Gallery reception with Erin and Tyler

9am-12pm- slide talks, demos (out at Fox Studio)
coffee, tea and light snacks provided

12-1pm-LUNCH (Food Truck out at the Fox studio)

1pm-4pm-demos (Out at Fox Studio)

4-6pm BREAK (we invite you to visit the Gallery-123 Broadway, Red Lodge)

6pm catered dinner (out at Fox Studio), registration required

9:30-1:30pm -demos (out at Fox Studio)
coffee, tea and light snacks provided

Addresses:
Fox Studio-463 Two Mile Bridge Rd, Roberts, MT
Red Lodge Clay Center Gallery- 123 S. Broadway, Red Lodge MT

Erin Furimsky is a practicing studio artist in Bloomington, Illinois whose work focuses on the relationship of sculptural form with highly ornamented surfaces. She received a BFA from the Pennsylvania State University (1997) and an MFA from The Ohio State University (2002). Furimsky has exhibited her work nationally with inclusions of her work in international exhibitions in China and Taiwan. Her work has been included in over one hundred group and solo exhibitions, with reproductions of her ceramic work being featured in numerous books and catalogs. Critical reviews of Furimskys' work have appeared on several occasions in the journals Ceramics Monthly and Ceramics Art and Perception. Furimsky was nominated and chosen as an emerging artist by the National Council on Education of the Ceramic Arts. She has been the recipient of numerous artist residencies, including the Archie Bray Foundation, The Red Lodge Clay Center, The Watershed Center for the Ceramic Arts and the Oregon College of Art and Design. She is featured in a number streaming video on As an educator Furimsky has been a featured presenter at national workshops, as well as serving as a visiting professor at Illinois State University and Heartland Community College, both in Normal, IL.

Tyler Lotz's sculptures and vessels have been shown in solo and group exhibitions at venues including the Elmhurst Art Museum - Elmhurst, Illinois, Harvey/Meadows Gallery - Aspen, Co, Dubhe Carreño Gallery - Chicago IL, Cervini Haas Gallery/Gallery Materia - Scottsdale, AZ, Cross-Mackenzie Gallery - Washington DC, Franklin Parrasch Gallery - NYC, Santa Fe Clay - NM, The Clay Studio - Philadelphia, PA, and SOFA Chicago. His work has been presented abroad at The First World Ceramic Biennale Korea and 2010 Vallauris Biennale Internationale in Vallauris, France. Tyler's work has been acquired by collections including the Daum Museum of Contemporary Art, in Missouri, and the Icheon World Ceramic Center in Korea. Publications including Ceramics Monthly, American Craft, Studio Potter and the Clay In Art International Yearbook have featured his work.

He has been an artist in residence at the Archie Bray Foundation and the Red Lodge Clay Center in Montana, as well as the Guldagergaard International Ceramic Research Center in Denmark. In 2010, he was one of 12 international artists invited to make and exhibit work in Walbrzych, Poland as a member of the XXXIV International Ceramics Symposium "Porcelain Another Way." Having received his BFA from Penn State and his MFA from the New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University, Tyler is currently a Professor teaching at Illinois State University.

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We are excited to announce our Workshop Presenting Artists, Erin Furimsky and Tyler Lotz. Registration now open workhop dates: April 6 & 7 , 2024 The 2 day, demo based workshop is free. The $25 fee includes registration, coffee & refreshment during the workshop.

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Red Lodge Clay Center Workshop Opportunities

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Red Lodge Clay Center Workshop Opportunities

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Educational opportunities at the Red Lodge Clay Center

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Red Lodge Clay Center call for Residency

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Red Lodge Clay Center offers multiple residency opportunities for Artists, Students, Educators, or anyone looking for the time and space to invest in their studio practice. All Residency programs at RLCC include 24/7 access to our fully equipped studio and lodging in one of our two, well-appointed houses located in Downtown Red Lodge. Keep in mind that the Fox Studio building is located 6 miles north of the Resident housing and requires individuals to have their own form of transportation while in residence. For more information about Residency dates, applying, and funding/fees for residencies please click on the listings below.

Application Portal: Closed
Accepting Applications: spring of 2025 for our 2025-2026 residency year

Application Portal: Currently OPEN
Accepting Applications: March 1 - May 1, 2024

Application Portal: Currently OPEN
Accepting Applications: March 1 - May 1, 2024

The ASPN Residency selection is by nominations from faculty at academic institutions only. In order to add your school to the list of ASPN invitations, faculty members please email us at residencies@redlodgeclaycenter.com requesting to be included in this opportunity.

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Red Lodge Clay Center offers multiple residency opportunities for Artists, Students, Educators, or anyone looking for the time and space to invest in their studio practice. All Residency programs at RLCC include 24/7 access to our fully equipped studio and lodging in one of our two, well-appointed houses located in Downtown Red Lodge.

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53rd Annual Courthouse Art Festival August 10, 2024 - Call for Artists 

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53rd Annual Courthouse Art Festival August 10, 2024 - Call for Artists 

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53rd Annual Courthouse Art Festival

August 10, 2024

Please join us for our 53rd Annual Art Festival on the Lake County Courthouse Lawn.

We are proud to sponsor another amazing event of Local and

Regional Fine Art, Artisans, Crafters & Music

How to Participate in this Art Show

Complete applications form (online or PDF printed form)
Application fee is $35. This is a non-refun dable fee.

Please submit 3 photos showing three pieces of your artwork. If you have a photo of your booth set up at a prior art show, please submit that also. (If you don't have a booth photo, that's ok). Photo submissions need to be sent to festivals.sandpiperartgallery@gmail.com in .JPG format.

Booth fee needs to be paid upon acceptance into this show.

How to Apply Online

If you'd like to download PDF application

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Courthouse Art Festival | SandpiperArtGallery

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53rd Annual Courthouse Art Festival August 10, 2024 Please join us for our 53rd Annual Art Festival on the Lake County Courthouse Lawn. We are proud to sponsor another amazing event of Local and Regional Fine Art, Artisans, Crafters & Music How to Participate in this Art Show Complete applications form (online or PDF printed form) Application fee is $35.

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2024 Art Walk Dates:
May 11
June 8
July 13
August 10
September 14
October 12

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Red Lodge Art Walk would like to build on the momentum of the monthly events to create additional arts & cultural opportunities in the area. Our goal is to expand the variety of experiences as well as the number of locations, and to encourage businesses to participate. We hope to include locations that could host workshops, live draw/quick paints, jewelry-making demos, speakers, and other artistic or cultural experiences.

The Art Walk is on the second Saturday of each month from 2-7 PM, and runs from May-October.

2024 Art Walk Dates:
May 11
June 8
July 13
August 10
September 14
October 12

This year, we are offering two levels of sponsorship for the Red Lodge Art Walk. They are:

Participating Sponsor – takes part in monthly art walk events and receives promo benefits – $120.00/year

Non-participating Sponsor – receives promo benefits – $75.00/year

Help make Red Lodge an art destination!

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This year, we are offering two levels of sponsorship for the Red Lodge Art Walk. They are:

Participating Sponsor - takes part in monthly art walk events and receives promo benefits - $120.00/year

Non-participating Sponsor - receives promo benefits - $75.00/year

Help make Red Lodge an art destination!

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This year, we are offering two levels of sponsorship for the Red Lodge Art Walk. They are: Participating Sponsor - takes part in monthly art walk events and receives promo benefits - $120.00/year Non-participating Sponsor - receives promo benefits - $75.00/year Help make Red Lodge an art destination!

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Mark your calendar to enjoy ArtWalk in Billings, so many BAA artists are showing at the various galleries.

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ArtWalk Downtown Billings began nearly three decades ago, in 1994, when a group of visionary folks created a recurring event to highlight the ever-growing community of artists and art galleries in downtown Billings. ArtWalk began its 30th Season in February 2024. Events will be held this year on the first Fridays of February, April, June, August, October and December 2024 and are scheduled between 5 and 9 p.m.

All ArtWalk events are free. The events are organized and paid for by Season Members, One- Time Participants and generous Sponsors. Look for the ArtWalk signs as they designate ArtWalk locations. Artists frequently attend. Food and beverages are often served and live music is offered at various locations.

In addition to the many fine arts and fine crafts offered for sale, ArtWalk often includes opportunities to make art, family activities, gallery talks, dance, live street theatre and interactive events. Hosts include galleries, art studios, businesses, a downtown Billings church, non-profit entities, professional offices and other locations that value the creative spirit that thrives in downtown Billings.

ArtWalk is a "rain/snow or shine" event. Please follow @billingsartwalk for individual gallery hours and closures.

For more ArtWalk information, contact: Jill Jussila-Patterson at artwalkdowntownbillings@gmail.com. We encourage you to explore our website, artwalkbillings.com, and "like" us on Facebook and Instagram @billingsartwalk.

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ArtWalk Downtown Billings began nearly three decades ago, in 1994, when a group of visionary folks created a recurring event to highlight the ever-growing community of artists and art galleries in downtown Billings. ArtWalk began its 30th Season in February 2024.

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Livingston Center for the Arts Call-For-Artists

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Livingston Center for the Arts Call-For-Artists

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CallsforArt | Livingston Center for Art and Culture

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9th Annual

Flathead Lake Festival of Art

(FLFA)

July 20 & 21, 2024

Sandpiper Art Gallery & Gifts is pleased to present its 2024 two-day juried art show, featuring original fine art and fine craft.

The festival will again be located at Sacajawea Park with high visibility from Highway 93 and Polson Bay.

How to Participate in this Art Show

Complete applications form (online or PDF printed form)

Application fee is $35. This is a non-refundable fee.

Please submit 3 photos showing three pieces of your artwork. If you have a photo of your booth set up at a prior art show, please submit that also. (If you don't have a booth photo, that's ok). Photo submissions need to be sent to festivals.sandpiperartgallery@gmail.com in .JPG format.

Applications will be available December 1, 2023.

Booth fee needs to be paid upon acceptance into this show.

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9th Annual
Flathead Lake Festival of Art

(FLFA)

July 20 & 21, 2024

Sandpiper Art Gallery & Gifts is pleased to present its 2024 two-day juried art show, featuring
original fine art and fine craft. The festival will again be located at Sacajawea Park with high
visibility from Highway 93 and Polson Bay.

How to Participate in this Art Show

Complete applications form (online or PDF printed form)
Application fee is $35. This is a non-refun dable fee.

Please submit 3 photos showing three pieces of your artwork. If you have a photo of your booth set up at a prior art show, please submit that also. (If you don't have a booth photo, that's ok). Photo submissions need to be sent to festivals.sandpiperartgallery@gmail.com in .JPG format.

Applications will be available December 1, 2023.

Booth fee needs to be paid upon acceptance into this show.

How to Apply Online

If you'd like to download PDF application

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Flathead Lake Festival of Art | SandpiperArtGallery

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9th Annual Flathead Lake Festival of Art (FLFA) July 20 & 21, 2024 Sandpiper Art Gallery & Gifts is pleased to present its 2024 two-day juried art show, featuring original fine art and fine craft. The festival will again be located at Sacajawea Park with high visibility from Highway 93 and Polson Bay.

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Pj Smith will be offeringoil painting workshops May 8th and 17th 2021. $50 per Saturday and supplies are not included. Class times are 8:30 am to 2:30 pm. Call to reserve your spot since seating is limited to nine participants.

Painting is from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm

We meet every Tuesday open studio. This night is free of charge. There is no focus on any particular medium and each artist works on their own project. Come join us for a relaxing no pressure night of free interaction and critiquing (only if requested). Beginners are welcome and we love to get new artists started in the right direction.

Class is from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Renowned water colorist Mike Capser returns April 29, 2020 every other Wednesday! Classes are from 5:30 to 8:00 pm. Seating is limited to eleven participants. $28 per night and supplies are not included. This is not a beginning watercolor class but we do make exceptions as we like to encourage beginners.

We meet every Wednesday open studio any medium $10 requested donation. This night is mostly focused on watercolor painting and sketching but other mediums are welcome. We also tweak our Capser class projects on this night if desired. Come join us for a relaxing no pressure night of free interaction and critiquing. (seating is available but limited)

Note: Beginner's are always welcome on both Tuesday and Wednesday nights.

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Joi Ostefjellse and Summers Scholl giving the workshop on oil painting September of 2018

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Calendar | Bitterroot Sip and Paint, Billings MT

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A fun relaxing step by step artist led class. An evening stroll through the park is just what the doctor ordered! He just didn't specify whether or not you had to actually stroll with your feet or a...

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Painting Classes and More! - Octopus Ink

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Classes of all sorts! Painting Classes for ages 5+ (Adults over 21 may byob. Yoga and meditation classes. Don't forget our Creative jolt classes that combine yoga, meditation as well as painting

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Come check out our art class line up and schedule time to come make beautiful art with us!

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Art Classes at the Yellowstone Art Museum

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Art Classes at the Yellowstone Art Museum

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Adult Education - Yellowstone Art Museum

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Anne Holub (Writer in Residence at the Yellowstone Art Museum) write along. 

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Anne Holub (Writer in Residence at the Yellowstone Art Museum) write along. 

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Anne will be available on Tuesdays from 2 – 5 PM and Thursdays from 10 – 5 PM. She will host a write-along hour in the main galleries on Tuesdays from 3:30 – 4:30 PM. Locations will change weekly. Visitors can join Anne in some free writing time and discussion of the art on exhibition in terms of writing responses. BYO writing materials.

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Anne Holub received a MFA from the University of Montana and a creative writing MA from Hollins University. Her poetry has been featured on Chicago Public Radio, Yellowstone Public Radio, and in The Clackamas Poetry Journal, The Great Lakes Review, The Mississippi Review, The Asheville Poetry Review, and Phoebe, among other publications. She has two poems published in the anthology Bright Bones: Contemporary Montana Writing, (Open Country Press, 2018). Her chapbook, 27 Threats to Everyday Life, (Finishing Line Press, 2023) was a semi-finalist in the press' New Women's Voices Competition. Originally from Virginia, and after more than a decade in Chicago, she now lives and writes in Billings, Montana, with her husband, Dan, their two dogs Merle and Rosie, and a sourdough starter named Rhonda.

Anne will be available on Tuesdays from 2 - 5 PM and Thursdays from 10 - 5 PM. She will host a write-along hour in the main galleries on Tuesdays from 3:30 - 4:30 PM. Locations will change weekly. Visitors can join Anne in some free writing time and discussion of the art on exhibition in terms of writing responses. BYO writing materials.

Visit Anne's website here: www.aholub.com
Follow Anne on Instagram here: www.instagram.com/izatchu and www.instagram.com/poetrypostcard
Subscribe to Anne's Substack here: anneattheyam.substack.com

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Kevin Harris has studied portraiture and the human figure at and through the Watts Atelier, located in Encinitas, California, for the past four years. Prior to his studies at Watts Atelier, Harris served in the United States Army for 10 years, including two deployments to Afghanistan.Anne Holub received a MFA from the University of Montana and a creative writing MA from Hollins University.

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We have started a writing group; we meet every couple of weeks at a coffee shop for an hour and half of sharing, kind critique, and inspiration. If you are interested contact jkennedymontana@yahoo.com

We are trying to keep the group fairly small, 5-6 people, and we have room for 2-3 more. It is a great way to keep the writing fever going and get some constructive feedback.

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Montana Watercolor Society Michael Holter Workshop Registration Form

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Montana Watercolor Society Michael Holter Workshop Registration Form

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