February “First Friday” – SIMPLY Poetic, Friday, February 3, 5pm – 9pm.
featuring Andrew Fletcher (painter) and Jo Severson (potter)

SEASONS on St. Croix Gallery is excited to kick off the 2012 “First Friday” calendar with two exceptional regional artists.

Andrew Fletcher is a painter who sees his Midwestern world in a very clean, authentic, fluid and simple way. He has the capacity to easily reveal the beauty of where we live in a refreshing, soulful and contemporary manner.

Jo Severson is a well known Minnesota potter who describes her work as “simple, sturdy and functional.” She could easily add that it is also “astonishingly beautiful and tasteful.” Both artists are able to elicit emotion through their work which is simply poetic.

This is a “must see”" show for collectors and lovers of the visual arts. You will also be able to meet the artists, enjoy great conversation, music, food and refreshments.

The show will remain up until Tuesday, February 28th.

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December “First Friday” – Annual Jewelry Trunk Show, Friday, December 2, 2011 5pm – 9 pm.
featuring silversmith Donalee Kennedy

This is a great opportunity to meet this wonderful Bayfield jeweler.

Donalee will help you select a one-of-a-kind gift or the perfect jewel for a favorite holiday outfit. Each piece is hand made with sterling, as well as regional stones and natural rare gems.

Donalee’s designs are unique, innovative and actually tell a story.
Come to enjoy this wonderful selection of jewelry, as well as browse through the gallery for other special holiday treats. Your experience will be complete with music, food, refreshments and inspiring festive decor.

Enjoy the Candlelight Stroll in Historic Downtown Hudson. Luminaries will line the streets from 6pm – 9pm, carriage rides will be available and the sounds of carolers will fill the streets. Many shops and bistros will be open for your pleasure.

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November “First Friday” – Oh, What fun!, Friday, November 4, 2011 5pm – 9 pm.
featuring all the artists the gallery represents.
Once again, it is time to celebrate all that is hand crafted and original! This annual kick-off and unveiling of holiday gifts and adornments is bound to be festive, fun and inspiring. We have fabulous new work arriving to get you in the mood for holiday gifting and decorating.

Join the staff and artists to celebrate the season. Oh, what fun we will have complete with music, refreshments, and joyfulness.
We will add to the mix in December for our annual Jewelry Trunk Show featuring Donalee Kennedy from Bayfield, WI.

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STICKS “Trunk Show” – October 14 & 15
In conjunction with the celebration of American Craft Week, SEASONS on St. Croix Gallery is hosting two representatives of Sticks Furniture.

Call immediately to set up an appointment with an artist who will help you create a one-of-a-king heirloom piece to enjoy in your own home, cabin, workplace or give as a special wedding, anniversary or holiday gift. Space is limited, so call soon – 715-381-2906.

Oh yes, STICKS will also bring some select pieces for immediate purchase.

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PINK for LIFE – October 7 & 8
A fun shopping and dining fundraising event in downtown Hudson. It is designed to raise money for the local American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Hudson. There will be promotions, samples, door prizes throughout participating downtown businesses. With purchases or donations, participants will be able to collect tulip bulbs to create their own tulip bed!

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October “First Friday” – down the alley, Friday, October 7, 2011, 5pm – 9pm.
featuring Thomas and Rebecca Maras

More than glass was happening in the alley this summer! In addition to the creation of new glass pieces and sculptures, Thomas and Rebecca enjoyed a welcomed side trip in to the world of painting. Their aesthetic is definitely alive and well as the paintings reflect the intensity of color and the clean, contemporary nature of their glass. It has been an interesting journey … an off shoot, so to speak, that now comes together as an exciting show.
Join Thomas and Rebecca in celebration of change, departure, and experimentation at the opening reception complete with food, music and refreshments.

The show will remain up through October 31st.

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September “First Friday” – Urban Naturals, Friday, September 2, 2011, 5pm – 9pm.
featuring Kate Gomez and Susan Westley Seeger
Edgy, contemporary, industrial are words that can easily be used to describe the work of these two artists. Kate works masterfully and deliberately in acrylics to create organic, rich canvases that are alive with imagery. Susan works in metals to achieve wonderfully sculptural, sometimes functional pieces, that have extraordinary surfaces, textures and elements. Both artists are inspired by their natural surroundings, and yet, offer the admirer sophisticated work for all settings. Join the artists and the staff for a great show, refreshments and music.

The show will remain up through October 3, 2011.

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July “First Friday” – Seconds, Experiments and Undiscovered Art, Friday, July 1, 2011, 5pm – 9pm.
Our annual wild and crazy sale featuring work from more than 50 artists represented at the Gallery.

Prices are approximately half off the regular selling price.
This fun, wacky event will not begin until 5pm … no exceptions.
The sale will continue Saturday and Sunday and will last through Monday, July 4 (Monday being half off the sale price).

Refreshments will be served and many of the artists will be here.

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June “First Friday” – Embellishments for the garden, porch and patio, Friday, June 3, 2011, 5pm – 9pm.
featuring Joe Krumpelmann, Duane Seward and Sheryl Tuorila
We love our outdoor spaces! They become extended elements of our homes … and they require unique embellishments. The creative glass art of Joe Krumpelmann in the form of luminaries and spectacular panels; the imaginative copper work of Duane Seward in the form of birdbaths, trellises, and sculptural chairs; as well as the colorful tile mosaic work of Sheryl Tuorila in the form of panels, benches, and water features could be just the touch for your special outdoor space.

Come enjoy the work, the conversation, music, and refreshments.

The show will remain up until June 27th.

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May “First Friday” – 2 + 2 Potters’ Invitational, Friday, May 6, 2011, 5pm – 9pm.
featuring Joe Christensen, Jude Ryan Reiling + Kirk Freeman, Zac Spates
This annual event always delights the ceramics community. Resident artists Joe Christensen and Jude Ryan Reiling bring new work forward each year specifically for the show. Joe’s soda-fired vessels continue to surprise, delight and amaze admirers because of their scale, detailed carving and serene palette. Jude is expanding her figurative “farm” series that evoke vivid memories of past times and relationships. Their guests, Kirk Freeman and Zac Spates are both functional potters from the area. Kirk is a favorite gallery artist who is known for his warm ash glazes in earthy, rich hues. Zac is an “up and coming” artist who is developing a reputation for his lovely wood fired pieces.

Come to enjoy exceptional art, great conversation, refreshments and music.
May 6th – May 30th

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The 2011 artOPENer – The St. Croix Valley Studio Tour – Saturday, April 30th and Sunday, May 1st, 10 – 5 each day.
The St. Croix Valley is rich with artisitic talent and home to many quaint artist studios. It provides a wonderful and rate opportunity to visit the artist you love in the place where inspiration begins. There are 8 studios on the tour with approximately 20 artists displaying their work. Each has its own unique charm. There will be glassblowing demonstrations and pottery throwing at many of the locations. The artOPENer Tour is open to the public, so bring friends and family to enjoy this fun filled event. Go to www.artopener.com for more information. SEASONS on St. Croix Gallery will be featuring artists in the Christensen/Reiling Clay Studio and the Maras Glass Studio.

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Saturday, April 9, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. – SEASONS on St. Croix Gallery will be hosting Turningpoint’s POTTERY For Prevention.
This semi-formal event raises funds to benefit the prevention of child abuse in Pierce and St. Croix Counties. A silent auction of wonderful pottery from the area will be accompanied by food, refreshments and music. Come and celebrate the work of this outstanding organization.

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April “First Friday” – Fresh New Beginnings, Friday, April 1, 2011, 5pm – 9pm.
Fresh New Beginnings featuring Minnesota artist Pamela Sukhum.
The fresh, vibrant art of Pamela Sukhum provides a perfect launch to spring and all that is new and fresh. Her lush paintings are characterized by rich colors and textures, and warm, radiant energy. This amazing Minnesota artist is fueled by spiritual and human connections forged during her journeys around the globe.

Pamela will do a mini-demonstration during the evening so that you can enjoy a glimpse of her style, technique and energy.

Naturally, the evening will be complete with food, live music and artful conversation.

The show will remain up until May 2nd.

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March “First Friday” – crEATe: art inspired by food – Mar 4th 5-9pm

featuring over 30 artists represented by SEASONS.
Feast your eyes on “CrEATe,” our 10th annual artists’ invitational show.

Each March, SEASONS’ freshest artists are asked to create art based on a common theme. This year, artists will be serving up delectable art inspired by food and drink.

From the sublimely traditional to the wonderfully wacky, this show always satisfies!

Join us for food, live music, and camaraderie with artists and staff!

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