Every year, the Northwest Minnesota Arts Council (NWMAC) gives out three awards to recognize artists and arts advocates who stand out in terms of artistry or volunteerism, and this year’s winners have been announced. NWMAC Director Mara Hanel tells us who will be taking home their Northwest Artist of the Year for Visual Art. Hanel…
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The February 28 deadline to submit submissions for the Northwest Minnesota Art Council’s (NWMAC) Annual Exhibit is fast approaching, and area artists are encouraged to get their work submitted as soon as possible. NWMAC Executive Director Mara Hanel. To submit a piece of artwork for the exhibit, go to the Northwest Minnesota Arts Council Website…
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Supporting, and promoting local artists is one of the main missions of the Northwest Minnesota Arts council, and one way that they promote local artists is by offering galllery spaces for them to show off their work. NWMAC Director Mara Hanel says they currently have two spaces that are being used, and she encourages you…
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The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council (NWMAC) is currently seeking submissions from local artists for their annual Art Exhibit. NWMAC Executive Director Mara Hanel tells us more about this year’s Exhibit, and what they’re looking for. While the event is in Warroad, Hanel says the NWMAC is seeking submissions from artists all across Northwest Minnesota. To…
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The Holidays season has arrived, which means that many people are starting to purchase their Christmas gifts, or are planning their Holiday events. Mara Hanel of the Northwest Minnesota Arts Council says if you are looking for final touch to your holiday event, or are looking for that perfect gift, consider supporting one of our…
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The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council (NWMAC) is currently accepting grant applications from local government entities, through the end of the week. NWMAC Executive Director Mara Hanel tells us more about these grants and how you can apply. Hanel says the NWMAC is also accepting applications from individual artists in need of funding. To apply for…
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The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council (NWMAC) is now accepting grant applications from area government entities, and nonprofits. NWMAC Executive Director Mara Hanel tells us more about these grants, and how they can be used. If you’ve never written a grant before or would just like help during the process, Hanel says they will also be…
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The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council has announced their three “Of the Year” award winners. Northwest Minnesota Arts Council Executive Director Mara Hanel tells us more about their “Of the Year” awards, and more about the recipient of their first award “Artist of the Year”. The second of three awards given out by the Northwest Minnesota…
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Applications are open for arts grants for nonprofit arts organizations through the Northwest Minnesota Arts Council. (NWMAC) NWMAC Executive Director Mara Hanel tells us more about these grants, and the different kinds of things they can fund. Hanel says this grant offers a perfect opportunity for new applicants and organizations to start new events, because…
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The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council is currently accepting grants from individual artists, but the deadline is fast approaching. Northwest Minnesota Arts Council Director Mara Hanel tells us more about this grant, and who’s eligible. Hanel says grants can be used to pay for a number of things from special trainings to supplies. Hanel says the…
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