MontiArts Newsletter August 2026
Summer Creativity Is Heating Up!
August is here, and creativity is in full swing! With a wide variety of classes underway, there are plenty of opportunities to make, learn, and connect. Our talented mosaics team has been working hard through the summer heat and creating incredible things, while our Art in the Parks series continues to bring the community together with wonderful turnouts. We’re looking forward to everything the rest of the summer has in store—join us for more art, creativity, and fun!
Erica
Stay Inspired and Stay Connected!
Artist’s Way
Class starts August 25th
Need a book? We got you! Choice at checkout- add $20 for a book and we will have it ready for you the first day! Books from our local, woman-owned bookstore, Enzo’s Wonderland.
Last chance to sign up!
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Find Us In The Parks!
Art in the Parks is here! Thanks to funding from the Initiative Foundation, we’re bringing free, hands-on art to West Bridge Park this summer. Join community artists Yasmin and Tara for six creative sessions featuring a different all-ages art activity each time. Drop in, make something with your own hands, meet someone new, and take home a unique creation. No experience needed, just come create with us!
MontiArts Annual Community Art Show
Our Annual Community Art Show returns this September!
Opening Night: September 18th. Open to the public!
Viewing hours: Opening Night, Friday Sept 18th 7-9pm
Open Studio Hours: Tues 9am-Noon, Wed & Thurs 6-9PM
The show runs from September 18th-October 14th.
Link for questions or to sign up to display your art for the 2027 MontiArts Community Art Show: https://forms.gle/A4u2So4ucjsPTpZT8
Pattern Series Begins!
We are excited to welcome Minneapolis artist and MontiArts friend Sandy Forseth for a series of four classes this summer and fall! Many of you may remember Sandy from Monticello’s Let’s Chalk event, where she creates the beautiful community mandalas that everyone helps bring to life with color. Join Sandy as she shares her creative process, techniques, and love of mandala art in this special series.
Check out the NEW TIME for the Seed Art Class in September!
Find the links on the calendar for classes:
Mosaics
No mosaic experience? No problem.
Sue will you show you the ropes.
To reserve your spot or ask any questions, please email Sue Seeger at Sue.montiarts@gmail.com to be added to the list. We look forward to creating with you this summer.
Have you been to Open Studio Yet?
Looking for a place to create, connect, or simply unwind? MontiArts Open Studio is a free, welcoming space where artists of all ages and experience levels come together to work on personal projects, share ideas, and enjoy the company of fellow creatives. Bring a project you’re working on or simply stop in to see what we’re all about. Whether you’re a lifelong artist or just getting started, everyone is welcome.
