Duluth Art Institute (Lincoln Park Building)

Browse the latest exhibits or get hands-on as pictured by participating in art classes hosted at the Duluth Art Institute in Duluth, Minnesota.
Address
2229 W. 2nd St.
Duluth, MN 55806 United States Get Directions
Phone 218-723-1310
Website https://duluthart.org/
Providing free-to-visit exhibition spaces and high-quality art education in Duluth, MN. Galleries located on the 4th floor of the downtown US Bank Building, classes and studio spaces located in the historic DAI Lincoln Park Building.

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  • Advanced Oil Painting with Matt Kania – Session 1 of 5

    Duluth Art Institute (Lincoln Park Building) 2229 W. 2nd St., Duluth, MN, United States

    5 Sessions | For oil painters looking to expand their knowledge and techniques. All levels of experience welcome, previous experience recommended. Examine examples of master oil paintings and discover why they are masterful. Study the aspects of designing a major canvas: developing a compelling composition, preparing a convincing drawing, selecting an advantageous color palette, and learning to work in stages as well as alla prima. Create substantial oil paintings based on your choice of subject matter. Suggestions include a complex still life or a figure/portrait. The instructor will work directly with each student to select subject matter, determine canvas size and prepare an individual vision for a finished painting.

    $250 – $290

  • Valentines Day Wine & Clay

    Duluth Art Institute (Lincoln Park Building) 2229 W. 2nd St., Duluth, MN, United States

    Immerse yourself in an evening of creativity and connection. Beginner-friendly and perfect for partners, this experience includes a professional clay demonstration, hands-on experience at the throwing wheel, and personalizing your own mug. End the night with a selection of delicious wines and appetizers. Each person will receive their own personalized mug from the evening once they have been fired, roughly two weeks following class. $160 per couple.

    $160

  • February Free ArtDAI

    Duluth Art Institute (Lincoln Park Building) 2229 W. 2nd St., Duluth, MN, United States

    A beloved tradition. Stop in for a FREE, casual, creative art-making afternoon and learn to make simple, fun crafts that can be customized for artists of all ages. Create your own Valentine’s Day decor, gifts, or cards, or customize your craft to whatever theme you choose!

    Free

  • Ribbon Skirts for Beginners with Chi Ma’iingan

    Ribbon Skirts for Beginners with Chi Ma’iingan
    Duluth Art Institute (Lincoln Park Building) 2229 W. 2nd St., Duluth, MN, United States

    Taught by the well-known Chi Ma’ iingan from Round Lakes Traditions, this class gives beginners the sewing skills to create a beautiful simple ribbon skirt, and confidence in sewing basics. Learn tricks of the trade from an artist known for beautiful ribbon skirts and regalia he has sewn and designed all across the Pow Wow trail. Participants will complete their own ribbon skirt to take home. Session 1: February 5 from 6-8pm. Session 2: February 6 from 4-8pm.

    $50

  • Ribbon Skirts for Beginners with Chi Ma’iingan

    Ribbon Skirts for Beginners with Chi Ma’iingan
    Duluth Art Institute (Lincoln Park Building) 2229 W. 2nd St., Duluth, MN, United States

    Taught by the well-known Chi Ma’ iingan from Round Lakes Traditions, this class gives beginners the sewing skills to create a beautiful simple ribbon skirt, and confidence in sewing basics. Learn tricks of the trade from an artist known for beautiful ribbon skirts and regalia he has sewn and designed all across the Pow Wow trail. Participants will complete their own ribbon skirt to take home. Session 1: February 5 from 6-8pm. Session 2: February 6 from 4-8pm.

    $50

  • Learning to Draw with Matt Kania Class Series

    Duluth Art Institute (Lincoln Park Building) 2229 W. 2nd St., Duluth, MN, United States

    4 Sessions | Designed for both beginners and artists with previous drawing experience. Matt will demonstrate and teach fundamental drawing methods using a variety of drawing materials (charcoal, graphite, pastels, Contè crayon). Practice drawing from still life arrangements and live figure models. Registration Deadline: January 6, 2026. Session 1 of 4.

    $250 – $290

  • December Free ArtDAI

    Duluth Art Institute (Lincoln Park Building) 2229 W. 2nd St., Duluth, MN, United States

    A beloved tradition. Stop in for a free, casual, creative art-making afternoon and learn to make simple, fun crafts that can be customized for artists of all ages.

    Free

  • Cancelled: Ant’s Flipbook Animation Class

    Cancelled: Ant’s Flipbook Animation Class
    Duluth Art Institute (Lincoln Park Building) 2229 W. 2nd St., Duluth, MN, United States

    Class is CANCELLED. Focus on the basics of traditional hand-drawn animation. Explore and understand the 12 principles of animation and the process of creating works of art in motion. Using flipbooks, drawing paper, light tables, and basic editing, build your drawings skills, uncover the process behind some of your favorite animations, and leave with pieces you can watch over and over. Four sessions total.

    $215 – $245