… supporting local artisans.
I shop online a LOT. But I try to balance it out by purchasing locally-made goods as often as I’m able. And this weekend, they’re making it easy for me: The Northrup King Building – a giant converted grain processing plant that is home to 100+ artists’ studios, including Husband Mike‘s – will be hosting Art Attack this weekend. And I mean ALLLLL weekend.
A free annual event, Art Attack gives you the chance to roam the halls of the NKB, pop in and out of studios at your leisure, chat with artists and artisans about craft, chow down on abundant snacks and wine, and remind yourself how AMAZING the local arts scene is here in the Twin Cities.
And even if you can’t pony up for my friend Meg‘s insanely gorgeous 20-foot mural, perhaps you can buy a “Badminton!” tee from Sean Tubridy, or a chunky rocket ring from Karin Jacobson. In addition to amazing sculpture, painting, woodwork, and ceramics, you’ll find gorgeous hand-woven rugs, leather handbags, jewelry, clothes, and accessories. Plus, many artists offer special price cuts to Art Attackers.
Perhaps you could be convinced to stimulate the economy, just a tad?
Stop by, stock up on holiday gifts, and be sure to pop into HM‘s studio to say, “Hi.” More info about this awesome event here.
P.S. You out-of-towners can still buy from some of these amazing folks! A full list of NKB artists is right here, and the vast majority have websites.
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Mmmm Art Attack… One of my most favorite events! Maybe I’ll see you there this time, Pretty Lady!!
You must have some awesome photography on your walls! Show us some house shots, Sal. You know how I love that
I try to buy local food. I cannot find local jewelry or clothes in my area. I hope in time that starts to change.
Oh Art Attack sounds like such a great event – I wish I lived nearby and not all the way across the globe
PS. I loved watched the British Kid’s Art show of the same name, what that guy could do with ink and a clothes iron, is just ridiculous!
I won’t be able to attend, but I’ll look over that list and see what’s on offer!
I hope you have fun this weekend!
art attack… i wish i could see it..
I like buying things from artists. That’s the best way to shop I think.
btw, Sal. The link below doesn’t seem to work.
http://www.northrupkingbuilding.com/index.html
I have a thing for artisans too! In spite of all the work behind the big labels, I can’t help but thinking of all the love and the hard work going into the artisan’s collections! I feature some on my site from time to time! The last ones I found, with tagua-jewelry, stole my heart!
Good luck to you and Husband Mike with the Art Attack!