Current exhibition
Local artist, Eric Twait’s exhibition, “Letter’s to the Void”, presents a series of paintings that explore grief as both an intimate and collective experience. Moving fluidly between abstraction and echoes of landscape, the works reflect how loss reshapes memory and perception. Each canvas is layered with subtle shifts in color and texture, evoking the passage of time and the quiet weight of absence.
This exhibition is ranging from small studies to larger, immersive pieces. Alongside the paintings, interactive installations invite visitors to share their own experiences of hardship and resilience. These participatory elements are positioned to encourage reflection and dialogue without disrupting the contemplative flow of the gallery space, creating a setting where personal and communal narratives intersect.
Though rooted in the artist’s own story, this body of work seeks to hold space for others. Themes of impermanence, memory, and renewal run throughout, suggesting that while grief alters the landscape of our lives, it can also open pathways toward deeper connection and understanding.
Please join us for the opening reception and artist talk Friday, January 16th, from 5-7pm.
upcoming 2026 exhibitions
Beckoned by Nature brings together the work of photographer Erika Powers and ceramicist Derek Gladen in a thoughtful, visually rich exploration of humanity’s enduring relationship with the natural world.
Powers offers a contemplative series of black‑and‑white photographs printed on canvas (11×14), paired with a new collection of framed color prints (16×20) designed for flexible installation. Her images invite viewers into quiet moments of observation, revealing the subtle ways people perceive, interpret, and find meaning in the landscapes around them.
In dialogue with these photographs, Gladen’s wheel‑thrown porcelain vessels highlight the expressive potential of form and surface. His signature chattering technique and sgraffito‑carved leaf motifs introduce rhythmic texture and spontaneity, animating the smooth silhouettes of his pots. Vivid glazes in blues and greens play against the luminous white of porcelain and the deep blacks of incised patterning, echoing the organic themes present in Powers’ work.
The exhibition culminates in a closing reception on Friday, March 27th, offering an opportunity to experience this dynamic pairing of photography and ceramics in person. Join us from 5-7pm for beverages and snacks at this free reception for all to attend.
CALL FOR art - young at art 2026
Do you have a young artist at home who loves to create? Then we want to showcase their talent!
Our annual Young at Art exhibit is coming up, and we’re inviting families to submit artwork created by K–12 students in the Brainerd Lakes Area. Submit your child’s artwork by Tuesday, March 31 and let’s celebrate the imagination and talent of the amazing kids in our community!
The Young at Art exhibit will be on display April 7–18.
Submit your child’s artwork here
The Crossing Arts Alliance Member Salon 2026
The Crossing Arts Alliance is honored to present the Member Salon of 2026, a vibrant exhibition celebrating the creativity and talent of our current members. Inspired by the historic tradition of salon-style displays, this showcase will fill our gallery walls with an eclectic array of artworks hung side by side, inviting viewers into a dynamic and communal viewing experience.
Featuring a wide range of styles, mediums, and subject matter, the exhibition reflects the diversity and richness of artistic expression within our community. By bringing together artists and audiences in a shared space, the Member Salon fosters dialogue, sparks new ideas, and evokes meaningful emotional responses.
Call for Entries
Participation in the Member Salon is open exclusively to current members of The Crossing Arts Alliance. Interested artists are invited to apply to be part of this exhibition. Applications must be submitted by April 1, 2026. This is a unique opportunity to showcase your work among peers and to engage with the public in a celebration of creativity and community.
The Member Salon highlights not only the individual voices of our artists but also the collective spirit of The Crossing Arts Alliance - an organization dedicated to supporting and celebrating the arts in our region.
Apply to be a part of our Member Salon Here
In “Reflections of Reality”, created by Minnesotan artist, Roger Dullinger, viewers are invited to experience the natural world through a lens of meticulous realism and heartfelt observation. This collection of original oil paintings captures landscapes, rural settings, birds, animals, and botanicals with a striking clarity that honors both the grandeur and intimacy of nature.
Rooted in Minnesota’s diverse scenery - its lakes, forests, and farmlands - the works are inspired by reference photographs taken during the artist’s explorations close to home. Complementing these are pieces born from travels out west, where vast horizons and rugged terrain provide a dramatic counterpoint to the quiet beauty of the Midwest.
“Reflections of Reality” is more than a showcase of technique - it is a meditation on presence, place, and the enduring beauty found in everyday encounters with nature.
Please join us for an artist talk and reception, Friday, August 14th from 5-7pm.
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Transcripts of our exhibition video interviews can be found here
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