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The image of a political movement?

The image of a political movement?

A New Jersey painter is offering up her painting as a symbol of solidarity for members of the Tea Party movement.
by Marianne Combs

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When plagiarism inspires creativity

Johanna Blakley believes the ability to "steal" a design leads to greater creativity and a faster evolution of ideas.
by Marianne Combs

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Making a living on Etsy

Making a living on Etsy

Richfield artist Molly Spilane is making a living selling her art on the rapidly growing website Etsy.com.
by Marianne Combs

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Art Hounds: Pa’s Hat, Jerome Fellows, Soundset

Art Hounds: Pa’s Hat, Jerome Fellows, Soundset

The hounds preview a Liberian odyssey on stage, emerging printmakers at Highpoint, and Minnesota's hip hop Lollapalooza.
by Chris Roberts

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Your weekend outlook: More than Fair

Your weekend outlook: More than Fair

The three day weekend features an underground music festival, performance works in progress, and the ever-popular tale of a man molding a woman to perfectly meet his needs.
by Marianne Combs

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Japanese Consul commends MIA

Japanese Consul commends MIA

The Minneapolis Institute of Arts is home to one of the largest Japanese art collections in the country, including a significant suit of armor.
by Marianne Combs

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SPCO offers its recordings online

A new website allows you to explore and listen to Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra recordings for free.
by Marianne Combs

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Bedlam Theatre floored, part two

Bedlam Theatre floored, part two

What do you do when you need to raise money to fix a hole in the floor? You throw a "Hole-a-thon" of course.
by Marianne Combs

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