current exhibition
Portrayals in paper: tales of overcoming
nikki besser
June 4 - july 5
Opening reception friday, june 6, 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Portrayals in Paper: Tales of Overcoming is a powerful collection of quilled paper artworks by Minnesota artist Nikki Besser. This exhibition invites viewers into an inspiring narrative journey, brought to life through the intricate and expressive medium of paper quilling—an art form that transforms delicate strips of paper into elaborate swirls, shapes, and images.
In this body of work, Besser pushes the boundaries of quilling, expanding its scale and complexity to create visually stunning scenes. Arranged in a narrative sequence throughout the gallery, each piece serves as a “chapter,” introducing characters and moments that reflect individual stories of resilience and triumph. With a rich emotional range and masterful craftsmanship, Besser leads the audience through a deeply personal exploration of self-reflection, growth, and discovery—one that is as visually captivating as it is evocative.
Upcoming Exhibitions
The Nature of Wholeness
Laura Ruprecht
July 9 - August 9
Opening reception thursday, july 24, 5:00-7:00 PM
Pollinator event & mosaic workshop Saturday, August 9
Myths & Magic
at the gichi-ziibi center for the arts
july 26 - august 17
The Crossing Arts Alliance is proud to partner with the Lakes Area Music Festival to curate a visual arts exhibition in celebration of LAMF’s 2025 season. Centered around themes of folklore and fantasy, this exhibition will showcase work from artists across the region. Enchanting and imaginative, this can’t miss exhibit will be a whimsical fusion of visual and musical storytelling! Free and open to the public at the Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts in Brainerd, Minnesota.
Past Exhibitions
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
Transcripts of our exhibition video interviews can be found here
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