Postcards

Mankato grad Mai Tran, creates prints that remind her of Vietnam; Jacqui Rosenbush paints a large-scale mural in Madison; Willmar-native Kari Hawes finds healing through yoga, jewelry making and sound.

Western Fest brings quality rodeo talent to Granite Falls; Chloe K Photography captures intense moments of Minnesota rodeos. Also a sneak peak at a new documentary about pro rodeo athlete Tanner Aus, “Rodeo in Minnesota.”

Rugged Wellness explores sauna and cold water immersion culture in Minnesota, Milk and Honey Cidery brings an exciting flavor to our local landscape, Nora Taksdal shares her thoughts on Syttende Mai in Norway.

Grace Vanderbush creates national park scenes out of clay, Bruno Press puts a new spin on an old printing tradition, and Krystl Louwagie creates portraits and comics inspired by everyday life.

Frieda's Cafe, in Willmar, started with a WWII refugee story and continues on as a community staple. Join us in honoring Oscar Howe, with artist Wicanhpi Iyotan Win (Autumn Cavender). Also, learn about a joint art exhibition between the American Swedish Institute and All My Relations Arts.

Raine Cloud shares her intricate beadwork; Karina Kafka, a young filmmaker from Ortonville, directs her first feature film; also, learn about the ”Willmar 8” the first bank strike in America.

Carla Rodriguez is an artist from St. Paul who specializes in wet plate photography; Windom’s Anna Johannsen shows her skills as a 3D quilter and cowboy sharp shooter; Military veteran Kristine Shelstad started the Madison Mercantile - a small town art and community gathering space.

This episode features musician David Sendrós Dib, who immigrated from Spain to Madison, Minnesota; Nicole Houff who creates unique scenes with vintage Barbies; and drag performer Ebony Evers who creates and wears their own designs.

Antonio and Paulaine Jean Louis immigrated from Haiti to Minnesota; Nicole Brenny is a digital artist and musician; and artist Laura Demuth explores all aspects of wool craft, including raising sheep.

Christine Novotny is a weaver from Grand Marais who is inspired by nature; Nora Taksdal shares her thoughts on being principal violist in Norway’s radio orchestra.

Robbie LaFleur studies and creates Norwegian-inspired tapestries; learn about Madison’s legendary Lutefisk Eating Contest; Vesterheim gives a tour of their new building.

Steve Solkela shares his passion for music and being Finnish and two folk artists from Finland create beautiful textiles.

Gary Bipes shares his Vietnam War photography experience, while Nicole Brenny's short film explores life in a prairie town, and Mary Beth McCarthy Yarrow's captivating journey combines history and music in a captivating way.