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Lake Street Art Drop with Pablo Kalaka
The June 2024 Lake Street Art Drop is with artist and Lake Street muralist, Pablo Kalaka!
Hints begin on our Instagram and Facebook stories @VisitLakeStreet at 6:00 pm.
Meet the Artist, Pablo Kalaka
Painter, muralist and illustrator. Chilean by birth (1975) and Venezuelan by upbringing. He has a degree in Literature from the Central University of Venezuela (1998) and studied illustration and graphic art at the Escola de Comics Joso, in Barcelona, Spain (2002-2004).
His family history within social and political militancy, together with the impact generated by the urban art movement that was happening in Barcelona in those years, ended up guiding his work towards the urgent and timely intervention of public space, thus becoming one of the contemporary muralists with pieces in a large number of cities around the world .His work can be seen on walls and walls of cities such as Caracas, Mérida, Carúpano, San Carlos and Río Caribe (Venezuela), Bogotá (Colombia), Pucallpa (Peru), Santiago de Chile, Buenos Aires and Ensenada (Argentina), Havana (Cuba), Mexico City and San Miguel de Allende (Mexico), Minneapolis and New York (United States), Paris and Bagnolet (France), Lindau (Germany), Barcelona, L´Hospitalet de Llobregat and Tarragona (Spain). Some of these works were carried out in different mural art festivals, among which Kosmopolite (Paris, 2008), Karupana (Venezuela, 2013), Cromasur (Bogotá, 2015) and La Puerta del Sur (Santiago de Chile, 2018) stand out.
His work has been recognized in different individual exhibitions in Caracas, Barcelona and Minneapolis; among the most important are Cara Candela, Puro Corazón (Rómulo Gallegos Latin American Studies Center, Caracas, 2010), where he also gave a mural art workshop to the public; Cuestión Caribe (Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Caracas, 2016), which was also taken the following year to the Nau Bostik (Barcelona, Spain) and the Museo de los Llanos (Lara, Venezuela), and an untitled solo exhibition at the Indigenous Roots Cultural Center (Saint Paul, Minnesota, 2018). It was also part of the I and II Biennial of the South. Peoples in Resistance (Caracas, 2016 and 2017). He made murals in Mexico City, with the support of the Old Toy Museum of Mexico (MUJAM) in 2019 and 2021. He is periodically cocreating public art with the mosaic artist Daniela Bianchini in Minneapolis, MN, where he resides, since 2021, and he has made almost 20 murals in the Twin Cities so far.
In the field of illustration he has published four books, three at the Publishing House El Perro y la Rana (Caracas), two of them for children, belonging to the Caminos del Sur collection: Maichak and the sacred prism, by Fanny Uzcátegui (2006) and Bichitos de mi patio by Liliana Peraza (2018); and one in the Fantomas collection: Vañka by Antón Chéjov, with a translation by Marco Aurelio Rodríguez (2017). At La Estrella Roja Publishing House (Caracas), he illustrated the Anthology of Children's and Youth Literature, prepared by José Javier Sánchez and published under the collection Palabras Andantes (2013), National Book Award winner in 2014. Likewise, his illustrations appeared on the covers of two books published by the FAO - Venezuela (2016): Cities for Life: Urban Agriculture and Sovereignties of the 21st Century and Appropriable Biotechnologies for Food Sovereignty; and the albums Me tá llamando by Akilin (Venezuela, 2017) and the albums: Conectando (2017) and 20 from the multicultural band based in Barcelona, Che Sudaka (2022). He made the artwork for the book Corazón de niña, written by the Spanish singer and composer Amparo Sánchez, and published by ECOVAL Publishing House in 2023. This same year he published the illustrated book Son de estos mares, of which he is the author.
Lake Street Art Drop with Lauren Callis & Renee Doric
The July 2024 Lake Street Art Drop is with Lauren Callis and Renee Doric!
Hints begin on our Instagram and Facebook stories @VisitLakeStreet at 6:00 pm.
Meet the Artist
Lauren’s work has been shown and published across the Midwest, employing the practices of oil, watercolor, and fiber arts. She received an MFA in Art Therapy from the School of the Art Institute in Chicago and a BA in Art Therapy from the University of Wisconsin-Superior. Lauren is an art therapist in Minneapolis and the founder and executive director of Curiosity Studio.
More about Renee Doric coming soon
Lake Street Art Drop with Kelly Anderson
The August 2024 Lake Street Art Drop is with artist, Kelly Anderson!
Hints begin on our Instagram and Facebook stories @VisitLakeStreet at 6:00 pm.
Meet the Artist
“As an artist and leader of Crayon Kelly Agency, my journey has been a vibrant tapestry of experiences, emotions, and evolution. My artistry began in high school, and it has since grown into a profound passion that has shaped my life and career. With a degree in Graphic Design, I've honed my skills and expanded my creative horizons. But my art is not just about the past, it's about the future. It's about the continuous journey of self-discovery and expression.
Today, I stand at a new juncture. After a decade and a half of building an art business, impacting lives, and giving back to the community, I am now focusing on my individual journey as an artist. My suitcase of experiences, once bursting at the seams, has exploded into a kaleidoscope of emotions and stories. These are not just my stories, but universal narratives of life, love, struggle, and triumph.
My mixed media images are a reflection of these emotions. They are a dialogue between the past and the future, the personal and the universal. The crayon in my work symbolizes the innocence and safety of childhood, while other elements add depth and context. Each piece includes a dictionary cutout relevant to the theme, adding a layer of visual and conceptual meaning.
But my art is more than just images. It's a conversation, a story, a piece of my soul. Each image carries a handwritten message, a secret whisper from me to the viewer. When you purchase an original piece, you're not just acquiring art, you're becoming a part of my journey and legacy.
As I look to the future, I am excited about the endless possibilities. I am committed to continuing to explore, create, and inspire. I am eager to share my art with the world, to touch lives, and to keep adding to my suitcase of experiences. Because for me, art is not just about creating, it's about living, growing, and transforming. And I can't wait to see where this journey takes me next.”
- Kelly Anderson
Lake Street Art Drop with Daniella Bianchini
The September 2024 Lake Street Art Drop is with artist, Danielle Bianchini!
Hints begin on our Instagram and Facebook stories @VisitLakeStreet at 6:00 pm.
Lake Street Art Drop with Sima & Garaard
The October 2024 Lake Street Art Drop is with artists Sima & Garaard!
Hints begin on our Instagram and Facebook stories @VisitLakeStreet at 6:00 pm.
Lake Street Art Drop with Luis Fitch
The May 2024 Lake Street Art Drop is with renowned artist with Luis Fitch! Luis Fitch will hide art pieces along Lake Street at Mercado Central!
Hints begin on our Instagram and Facebook stories @VisitLakeStreet at 6:00 pm.
Parking & Transportation
Small surface parking lot and entrance in the back of Mercado Central, accessible off of Bloomington Ave S
Metered parking on north side of E Lake St & Bloomington Ave S
Street parking on 15th Ave S
Bike racks located on E Lake St
Accessible by METRO Route 21
Meet the Artist, Luis Fitch
An internationally renowned Mexican artist, mentor, and creative entrepreneur specializing in fine art and working across gallery and urban art settings. His artistic repertoire encompasses various mediums, including screen prints, stencils, stickers, masking film illustrations, wheat paste, collages, sculptures, posters, paintings, and murals.
Luis's artwork has garnered widespread recognition both nationally and internationally. His art pieces are featured in over 380 private and institutional collections throughout the United States, Europe, Dubai, Mexico, and Latin America, including prestigious institutions such as the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in New York, the Minneapolis Institute of Art in Minneapolis, the Minnesota History Museum in Saint Paul, the National Museum of Mexican Art in Chicago, The City of Albuquerque, National Hispanic Cultural Center, and the Tamarind Institute.
Luis proudly holds distinctions such as the revered AIGA MN Fellowship. Beyond his accomplishments, Luis frequently imparts his wisdom and insights at creative conferences and prestigious universities internationally. Through captivating lectures, he intricately weaves the threads of art, design, and commerce, inspiring aspiring minds to explore the dynamic intersection of these domains.
Luis's creative journey continues to evolve, marked by recent milestones that underscore his indomitable spirit. Notably, he was commissioned to illustrate four stamps for the United States Postal Service, a testament to the profound impact of his artistry on a national scale. Additionally, Luis crafted the first-ever art collection by a Mexican artist for Target stores, commemorating the revered Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) tradition. His involvement as a member of the State Flag and Emblem Redesign Commission, appointed by the Minnesota Council on Latino Affairs, further exemplifies his dedication to shaping cultural narratives.
Luis Fitch's legacy transcends barriers, cultivates cross-cultural connections, and infuses design with meaning and purpose. His relentless commitment to bridging divides through his creative endeavors inspires the world—a testament to the enduring power of art and design to foster unity and understanding.
Make a guajolota (torta de tamal) with Luis Fitch at his favorite businesses in Mercado Central!
Lake Street Art Drop with Benja Wuest & Laura Korynta
The 2024 Lake Street Art Drop season kicks off on Thursday, April 4th with not one but two artists! Laura Korynta and Benja Wuest will hide art pieces indoors at Midtown Global Market!
Hints begin on our Instagram and Facebook stories @VisitLakeStreet at 6:00 pm.
Meet the Artists
“I am a Minneapolis based artist working professionally in the field of sculpture and installation. Originally I was trained as a painter and was introduced to three dimensional art forms by studying origami while living in a monastery in Japan. Returning to Minnesota I continued my studies at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design with a concentration in print, paper and book making so that I could continue to work with paper and utilize traditional printmaking techniques on my sculptures. While utilizing two dimensional printing techniques for three dimensional artwork, I naturally became interested in three dimensional printing. Building my own printer’s and being on the forefront of technology, the subject matter of my work developed around science, technology and digital processes.”
- Benja Wuest
Favorite Lake Street businesses: Legacy Glassworks, moto-i, LynLake Brewery
Laura Korynta is a multimedia artist who bumbled all around the state of Minnesota with her four siblings before landing in the silver city of St Paul, MN. She explores the narratives and folktales of women through the use of traditional and unconventional watercolor, paper sculptures, dioramas, and puppetry. Working at a smaller scale she invites viewers to have an intimate experience and be an active part of the lore making for the piece. Laura is inspired by the landscapes of Minnesota and her wanderings around the world. She has been a part of the Barebones Halloween Extravaganza since 2015 and 2019-2021 Hinge Artist Alumni.
Favorite Lake Street businesses: Milkweed, In the Heart of the Beast, Moon Palace Books
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