With Sara Dovre Wudali

Fairmount Avenue United Methodist Church 1523 Fairmount Ave, St Paul, MN 55105

Tuesdays 6-8 pm

This 4-part series is designed as a creative sampler. Participants will cross back and forth across the imaginary boundaries between art and poetry. While the series is designed to build creative muscle when taken as a whole, we also welcome sign-ups for individual classes for those whose schedules demand more flexibility.

Oct. 20 • Tanka: In this generative class, students will learn to gather the language of the senses: sight, smell, taste, hearing, and touch.

Tuition: $39 per class or $135 for all 4 (use discount code POETRY26 when registering)

Deadline: The week before each class

See all classes in this series here

With Sara Dovre Wudali

Fairmount Avenue United Methodist Church 1523 Fairmount Ave, St Paul, MN 55105

Tuesdays 6-8 pm

This 4-part series is designed as a creative sampler. Participants will cross back and forth across the imaginary boundaries between art and poetry. While the series is designed to build creative muscle when taken as a whole, we also welcome sign-ups for individual classes for those whose schedules demand more flexibility.

Oct. 27 • Block printing: In this beginning printmaking class we will draw, carve, ink, and print designs to create handmade illustrations.

Tuition: $39 per class or $135 for all 4 (use discount code POETRY26 when registering)

Deadline: The week before each class

See all classes in this series here

ArtScraps After Dark: Junk Journaling

Scrap, Yap and Sip! When the fall chill hits, we’re warming things up with a cozy after-hours crafting night at ArtScraps in St. Paul. Join us for junk journaling, laughter, and socializing while we sip wine and snack on cheese and charcuterie. After the doors close to the public, you’ll get private access to shop the ArtScraps aisles for one-of-a-kind re-use art supplies to add to your junk journal and spark inspiration. Price: $49/person

With Claire Donovan

Claire is a St. Paul artist and creative events host who specializes in community-centered junk journaling experiences. She is passionate about making creativity accessible, low-pressure, and joyful for adults seeking connection, friendship, and a creative outlet. Through her events, she encourages people to experiment, play, and discover meaning in the art of reuse. As a born and raised St. Paul resident, she is excited to connect with the broader Twin Cities community through art and junk journaling. 

@JunkJournalBestie on Instagram & Tiktok

BYOB, Ages 21+

Some materials provided, with additional supplies from the store available for purchase. You are welcome to bring visuals such as photos, sheet music, magazines, etc. from home.

Sat, Nov. 14 & 21, 2026 • 10:30 am-12:30 pm

Fairmount Avenue United Methodist Church 1523 Fairmount Ave, St Paul, MN 55105

In this beginner-friendly class, work with artist Franny Haight to learn some essential skills and techniques of handbuilding. Along the way, you'll hear about the practice of clay foraging and what goes into preparing it for use. Finally, you'll create your own bespoke bookends with material sourced by Franny straight from the banks of the Mississippi!

Tuition: $140 

For teens & adults.

Our popular poetry series continues! Come celebrate autumn at our cozy ArtScraps store with an evening of art, poetry, and light refreshments. Patrick Cabello Hansel curates the ArtStart poetry series. His titles include The Devouring Land, Quitting Time and his latest Breathing in Minneapolis, which deals with the challenges that the city faced during 2020-2021. He has published poems and prose in over 90 journals and won awards from the Loft Literary Center and MN State Arts Board. All readings are free, but registration is required. Deadline to register: Day of event

ArtStart’s Winter Camp: Passport to Norway (Session 1)

Norway is a spectacular country, famous for its mountains and fjords. Home to the indigenous Sámi as well as the descendants of the Norse people, Norway boasts a rich cultural heritage of folk art forms. In these two camps, you will explore a colorful style of painting called rosemaling, and learn about Viking runes. You’ll also hear about the little gnomes called Nisse, and create beautiful Sámi silverwork designs. 

Session 1: December 21 & 22nd 

9:00-10:30am Viking Runes with Jeanette Dickinson

Ancient runes were an alphabet used by the Norse people. They are associated with wise women and the gods, particularly Odin, the god of magic and poetry. In this class led by artist Jeanette Dickinson, you will learn the meanings of these ancient symbols and create your own rune stones and pouch. 

10:45-12:15pm Rosemaling with Anna Clowser

Rosemaling is a beautiful style of painting full of scrolls and swirling patterns. It was first used to decorate church walls, but, later, people  started painting everyday wooden items like bowls and chairs. Work with artist Anna Clowser to paint a small wooden chest to keep your secret treasures.

Ages 6-12

9 am -12:15 pm

Sunny Hollow Montessori 636 Mississippi River Blvd S, St Paul, MN 55116

ArtStart’s Winter Camp: Passport to Norway (Session 2)

Norway is a spectacular country, famous for its mountains and fjords. Home to the indigenous Sámi as well as the descendants of the Norse people, Norway boasts a rich cultural heritage of folk art forms. In these two camps, you will explore a colorful style of painting called rosemaling, and learn about Viking runes. You’ll also hear about the little gnomes called Nisse, and create beautiful Sámi silverwork designs. 

Session 2: December 28 & 29th

9:00-10:30 - Nisse - Norwegian Gnomes with Julie Boada

In Norway, a gnome is called a nisse — a creature who lives in barns or homes, protecting the countryside and the people who live there. Join artist Julie Boada to create your own little household guardian from felt and thread, and learn some lore about these friendly creatures. 

10:45-12:15 - Sámi Silverwork Designs with Gustavo Boada 

The Sámi are indigenous people of Europe who live in the northern part of Norway, Sweden, Finland, and the Kola Peninsula of Russia. Learn a bit about their culture, including reindeer herding, and then create an intricate design on silver craft foil  inspired by Sámi brooches, rings, and amulets.

Ages 6-12

9 am -12:15 pm

Sunny Hollow Montessori 636 Mississippi River Blvd S, St Paul, MN 55116