Art

Tuesday, February 9, 2010

If the art fits, put it in a gallery

'Foot in the Door"

Hundreds of hopeful artists came to the Minneapolis Institute of Arts, each hoping their talent could fit into one small box.

Extreme Denver

Denver Art Museum

Denver Art Museum

Two new buildings - one that's contemplative, the other a hell-raiser - try to redefine what a museum can be.

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Friday and Saturday: Twin Cities artists are in a generous mood this weekend, dispersing their work in two benefits for earthquake victims -- and one for the birds. Charming quasi-primitive paintings and sculpture from Haiti, the Caribbean and tribal cultures will be sold this afternoon in a family-friendly event for Partners in Health and Episcopal Relief and Development (2-8 p.m., St. James Church, 3225 E. Minnehaha Pkwy., Mpls. 612-501-4134 or 612-822-2747).

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Tonight: First Thursday and the Red Show

Studiopolis previews the Red Show; plus a great monthly opportunity to see and buy custom artwork, furniture and textiles for your home by local artisans. More…

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Commonality

The ordinary stuff of daily life takes center stage in a new show at the Weisman Art Museum.

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