intro to perspective

with lara royer

at the pine river public library

monday, september 21st

4 pm - 6 pm

free to the public

registration is required

Discover how to make your drawings pop off the page in this friendly, beginner‑friendly workshop with local artist Lara Royer. Whether you’re sketching cozy streets, towering trees, or everyday objects, perspective is the secret to creating depth, realism, and that satisfying “aha!” moment when everything finally lines up.

In this hands‑on session, Lara will guide participants through the basics of one‑point and two‑point perspective, simple measuring tricks, and how to use vanishing points to build believable spaces. You’ll practice foundational exercises, experiment with quick sketches, and learn how perspective can strengthen any style of drawing.

This workshop is free to the public and held at The Pine River Library. Registration is required, as space is limited.

Perfect for absolute beginners, casual sketchers, and anyone curious about building stronger drawing skills - all supplies will be provided.

Ages 16+

Join local artist Molly Mae at The Jessie F. Hallett Memorial Library, for a relaxed, hands-on evening of drawing faces. Even experienced artists know that faces can be tricky, but Molly makes the fundamentals feel approachable with her helpful tips, clear guidance, and plenty of encouragement.

This free, two‑hour workshop includes all materials, so all you need to bring is your curiosity. Grab a friend, sign up, and enjoy learning something new together.

This workshop is free to the public, but registration is required as space is limited.

Ages 14+

acrylic painting workshop

stories and paintings inspired by the north shore

with sam zimmerman

saturday, october 3rd

12 pm - 3 pm

$50 for crossing arts members

$55 for non-members

Join artist, Sam Zimmerman, for a creative afternoon of storytelling and art! Sam will share images and stories of the North Shore’s animals, birds, and fish that influence his artwork and will teach participants the Ojibwemowin names for these creatures.

Then, guided by Sam, create your own 11”x14” acrylic painting, selecting from a predetermined list of fish, animal, and bird species. Sam will demonstrate how to build backgrounds that complement your chosen subject, helping you bring your artwork to life.

Celebrate your favorite North Shore animal with a beautiful painting to take home. All supplies and materials are provided.

Art can be messy—please wear clothes you don't mind getting paint on!

Beginner-friendly | Ages 16+
Crossing Arts Members: $50
Non-members: $55

needle-felted pumpkin workshop

inspired by sarafina fiber arts

with nancy scott

saturday, october 10th

11 am - 1 pm

$53 for crossing arts members

$58 for non-members

Celebrate the cozy spirit of fall with a hands-on needle‑felting pumpkin workshop. In this class, you’ll learn how to sculpt soft wool into charming seasonal décor—whether you prefer classic pumpkins or playful jack‑o’-lantern faces. Each kit provides enough materials to create 3 to 6 pumpkins, so you can experiment with shapes, sizes, and styles. You’ll work with two core wool colors for your pumpkin bases, along with a selection of contrasting accent colors to add stems, swirls, leaves, or expressive faces. This class is beginner‑friendly, relaxing, and a perfect way to welcome autumn with something handmade and heartfelt.

Inspired by Sarafina Fiber Arts Crossing Arts Members: $53 Non‑Members: $58 Ages: 12+

pumpkin still life’s

with watercolor and ink

instructed by katy yenter

thursday, october 29th

5 pm - 7pm

free to the public

registration is required

It's spooky pumpkin season, so why don't you join local artist, Katy Yenter, for an evening of painting the best subject for October: Pumpkins!

All supplies will be provided for this evening of watercolor and ink painting and drawing, just arrive ready to create.

This workshop is free to the public, but registration is required as space is limited.

Ages 14+

The Crossing Arts’ workshops are 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.