Target Free Thursday Nights
May 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30
5–9pm
Start the weekend early with a healthy dose of art gazing and pop-up activities, all for free.
Mn Artists Presents: Anat Shinar and Amal Rogers
Thursday, May 2, 5pm
Walker Art Center, Free
Mn Artists, the Walker’s platform for local makers, brings its online network into the museum. Minnesota-based choreographers and performance artists Anat Shinar and Amal Rogers will explore the ways that marginalized artists are asked to turn their trauma into understandable narratives for audiences. This darkly comedic evening includes performances, art-making, discussion, installations, and more.
Mn Artists is made possible by generous support from the McKnight Foundation.
Life Drawing with Leslie Barlow
Thursday, May 16, 6pm
Walker Art Center, Free
Try your hand at life drawing from a nude model. All levels are welcome at these monthly, self-directed workshops, hosted by artist and educator Leslie Barlow. The Walker will provide art materials, chairs, tables, lightweight easels, and a limited number of drawing horses.
Please note: This workshop is not drop-in, participants must show up on time before doors are closed to the public.
Leslie Barlow is a Minneapolis-based visual artist. Barlow has exhibited locally and nationally, and recently she has presented solo exhibitions at Public Functionary in Minneapolis and the Catherine G. Murphy Gallery at St.Catherine’s University in S.t Paul. In addition to her studio practice, she also teaches at the University of Minnesota, Metro State University, and Juxtaposition Arts, serves on Made Here’s artist advisory panel, and helps run the newly founded organization MidWest Mixed. She received her BFA in studio art from the University of Wisconsin–Stout (2011) and her MFA with an emphasis in drawing and painting from the Minneapolis College of Art and Design (2016).
Loft Literary Center Writing Workshops
Thursday, May 23, 6pm
Walker Art Center, Free
This spring, the Loft’s writers-in-residence will guide you through a new creative writing activity every month, each inspired by works and themes from Five Ways In. No previous writing experience required; all materials provided. Just bring your creativity and an open mind. The Loft writers-in-residence, this month’s will be Kathryn Savage, will be joined by writer and Walker educator Diane Mullen.Kathryn Savage is a writer, editor, and teacher based in Minneapolis. Her writing has appeared in numerous venues including American Short Fiction magazine, Guardian, Ploughshares, Village Voice, Star Tribune, and the Best Small Fictions of 2015, among others. Recipient of the 2018 Academy of American Poets James Wright Prize, she’s been awarded grants, fellowships, and residencies around the country. Savage an MFA in fiction from Bennington College and is at work on a first collection of short stories, poems, and a novel.
Diane C. Mullen is a Minneapolis-based writer and arts educator. She is the author of the young adult novel TAGGED and a picture book to be released in 2020. Mullen holds a MFA in Writing for Children and Young Adults from Hamline University.
Artist Talk: Alexa Horochowski with Christina Schmid
Thursday, May 30, 6pm
Walker Art Center
Artist Alexa Horochowski discusses her work Cochayuyo (2014) and her practice with writer and critic Christina Schmid. A dual citizen of Argentina and the United States, Horochowski delves into the relationship between the environment and human activity, influenced by several artist residencies in Chile. Schmid is an assistant professor of interdisciplinary art and social practice in the University of Minnesota’s Department of Art. Her essays and reviews have been published in anthologies, journals, artist books, exhibition catalogs, and digital platforms.
ADDED FREE EVENT THIS MONTH
Artist Talk: Justin Shoulder, future folklore
Saturday, April 27, 12pm
Bentson Mediatheque, Free
Join Justin Shoulder for a lecture-presentation highlighting components of his work Carrion in relation to his broader artistic practice. In addition to showing one of his “fantastic creatures,” Shoulder will discuss the evolution of his collective’s future folklore, a framework which draws together Filipino ancestral myth, motifs drawn from the queer club experience, and collective and communal re-imaginings as a way of crafting and enacting new narratives.
Justin Shoulder works in live performance, photography, and video and is known for spectacular performances developed in Sydney’s underground queer performance scene. They are based around his highly developed “fantastic creatures,” invented beings and alter-egos based on mythology, fables, and fantasy forms. These creatures are embodied through intricately crafted costumes and movement, with full-body suits, prostheses, and masks. Shoulder uses his body and craft to forge connections between queer, migrant, spiritual, and intercultural experiences. He is a founding member of queer artist collective Glitter Militia and cofounder of Club Ate with collaborator Bhenji Ra. Shoulder’s works have been presented across Australia and internationally, including Perth Institute of Contemporary Art; Performance Space, Sydney; Arts House, Melbourne; Fusebox Festival, Texas; Museum MACAN, Jakarta Indonesia; Roskilde Festival, Denmark; and the Singapore Art Museum.
MORE FREE EVENTS AT THE WALKER
Spring for Fresh Fashion: Jewelry & Accessory Makers Mart
Saturday, May 4, 11am–4pm
Skyline Room, Free
Celebrate spring in style! Shop for beautiful jewelry and stylish accessories from 28 local makers presenting original, hand-crafted designs. Bring a friend, support local artists, and treat yourself.Featured artists include: Acanthus Jewelry, Dominique Bereiter, Yen Chee, Bridget Clark, Elara Coleman, Nicole Collodoro, Desdamona Doolittle, EMDsign, FOAT, Camille Hempel, Madison Holler, Karin Jacobson, jlux.co, Tia Keo, La Donna Jewelry, Julie Meyer Handbags, Robin Ann Meyer Scarves, Karen Morris Hats, Meghan Nelson, Beth Novak, Rox Jewelry, Jovy Rockey, Meg Smith, Molly Spilane, Barbara Stellmach, Amy Torello, Vikse Jewelry, and Helen Wang.
Contemporary Journeys Tours
Friday, May 10, 11am
Walker Art Center, Free
Contemporary Journeys is the Walker’s program for people living with early-to midstage dementia and their care partners, family, and friends. The guided exhibition tour and hands-on art-making activity are designed to encourage creative exploration and social connection in a safe and supportive environment. Register in advance at tours@walkerart.org or 612-375-7609.
Mother’s Day Pop-Up 2019
Saturday, May 11, 11am
Walker Shop
Make your Mother’s Day weekend memorable at the Walker Art Center! Enjoy brunch specials and a mom-osa at Esker Grove (through Sunday), along with a pop-up of four local makers in the Walker Shop. Find a special item, create the ultimate gift package with a goodie from all four, or treat yourself!
Celestia Aromatherapy
A woman-owned, earth-conscious company that creates aromatherapy blends for body and space. All products are vegan, handmade, and organic.
Honeycomb Collective
Pick up a one-of-a-kind floral arrangement. Honeycomb Collective uses unique varieties in surprising combinations with beautiful design elements that incorporate vintage materials.
Mademoiselle Miel
Artfully prepared and presented, choose from a variety of beautiful and delicious honey bonbons and artisan chocolates.
Jessica Kelly Handbags
Local, custom-designed, and handmade cross-body bags and purses, created from 100% machine washable cotton fabric.
Walker members receive a 10% discount on all purchases. Not a member? Join today; call 612-375-7655 or visit walkerart.org/membership.
Resonance: A Sound Art Marathon
Saturday, May 18, 12pm
Cowles Pavilion, Free
Sculpture sings and sound takes shape as the visual (instruments, sculpture) and the aural (sonic landscapes, jazz, found sound) are layered in conceptual confluence. An ear freshener and eye opener, the day is inspired by the Walker’s 1980 New Music America festival and the trajectory of jazz experimentation at the Walker. International artists—including Matana Roberts, Craig Taborn and Camille Norment, Walter Kitundu, Tarek Atoui, Haroon Mirza, Philip Blackburn, Jules Gimbrone, and Christine Sun Kim —perform in auditory and visual accord with the audience. This free marathon of new music performances begins at 12 noon and ends at 10 pm.
Teen Workshop: Sew Cool
Saturday, May 18, 12pm
Walker Art Center, Free
Basic alterations and hand-stitched repairs are the first steps toward tailoring and making clothing. Local designer Kathryn Sieve of Winsome Goods will teach you common sewing stitches and repairs. Compile your examples into a take-home book to use as reference for future projects.
McKnight Media Artist Fellowships 2019
Friday, May 31, 7pm
Walker Art Center
Hosted by FilmNorth’s Eric Mueller, the panel features the 2018 McKnight Media Artist Fellows E. G. Bailey, Lyle Mitchell Corbine Jr., Kiera Faber, and Wenonah Wilms, who share their work and reflect upon the past year as recipients of this prestigious award. Includes a screening of short films made by FilmNorth students and a Q&A.