Upcoming events.
Artist Retreat in a Day (adults)
Do you love connecting with other artists and creatives? Looking to give yourself the gift of time, inspiration, and playful exploration? Join us for a full-day retreat designed to refresh your creative spirit and build connections with a lively group of makers.
From sketchbook creation to mixed-media exploration, this one-day experience blends relaxation, experimentation, and meaningful conversation. We’ll spend the morning exploring materials and making sketchbooks, take a midday break for lunch together at a local restaurant (a perfect excuse to step back from our works-in-progress), and return to the studio to develop a small series of artworks in the afternoon.
Schedule
9:30am–12pm — Introductions, material exploration, and handmade sketchbook activity
12–1pm — Lunch at a local restaurant near the art center
1–4pm — Create a series of artworks using a variety of materials and discuss the final selection process
Take a day to reconnect—with your creativity, your community, and yourself.
Class size 6-12 participants. Tuition $150; all materials provided
10am-4pm Saturday
Painting Studio @ Bloomington Center for the Arts—1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington MN 55431
Jan 24th or Feb 28th (choose 1 session)
$150
Creative Sampler
Creative Sampler—youth 8-12 years old
Creative Sampler is the perfect way to dive into the world of making—and an open invitation to rediscover your creativity! Instructor, Heidi Jeub, spent nearly half a century turning ideas into art, and this 6-week class is designed to share both the technical skills and the creative philosophy that keep the process fresh, fearless, and fun.
Each session blends skill-building with playful experimentation. You’ll learn foundational techniques in drawing, painting, printmaking, and collage while developing your own voice through a mix of guided exercises and personal projects. Together, we’ll make a hardbound journal, explore color and composition through Gelli prints and mixed-media studies, and finish by creating a small art series of your choice—on canvas, paper, or as a handmade book.
Schedule Overview
Weeks 1–2: Make your own hardbound visual journal
Weeks 3–4: Drawing, painting, Gelli prints, and collage
Weeks 5–6: Create your own mini art series
This class is ideal for curious beginners and seasoned makers alike. It’s a space to play, take creative risks, and connect with a community of fellow explorers.
Class size 4–12 participants. Tuition is $250 for 6 weeks; all materials are provided.
4pm-6pm Wednesdays
Children’s Studio @ Bloomington Center for the Arts—1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington MN 55431
ArtSmarts Art Camp
Annual Art Camp — Designed by artists for young artists!
August 18 - 21, 25 - 28 (Tuesday - Friday) 8 days, 40 hours, 100% Awesome!
Grades 4 - 9
More details to be shared soon.
ArtSmarts Art Camp
Annual Art Camp — Designed by artists for young artists!
August 18 - 21, 25 - 28 (Tuesday - Friday) 8 days, 40 hours, 100% Awesome!
Grades 4 - 9
More details to be shared soon.
ArtSmarts Art Camp
Annual Art Camp — Designed by artists for young artists!
August 18 - 21, 25 - 28 (Tuesday - Friday) 8 days, 40 hours, 100% Awesome!
Grades 4 - 9
More details to be shared soon.
ArtSmarts Art Camp
Annual Art Camp — Designed by artists for young artists!
August 18 - 21, 25 - 28 (Tuesday - Friday) 8 days, 40 hours, 100% Awesome!
Grades 4 - 9
More details to be shared soon.
ArtSmarts Art Camp
Annual Art Camp — Designed by artists for young artists!
August 18 - 21, 25 - 28 (Tuesday - Friday) 8 days, 40 hours, 100% Awesome!
Grades 4 - 9
More details to be shared soon.
ArtSmarts Art Camp
Annual Art Camp — Designed by artists for young artists!
August 18 - 21, 25 - 28 (Tuesday - Friday) 8 days, 40 hours, 100% Awesome!
Grades 4 - 9
More details to be shared soon.
ArtSmarts Art Camp
Annual Art Camp — Designed by artists for young artists!
August 18 - 21, 25 - 28 (Tuesday - Friday) 8 days, 40 hours, 100% Awesome!
Grades 4 - 9
More details to be shared soon.
ArtSmarts Art Camp
Annual Art Camp — Designed by artists for young artists!
August 18 - 21, 25 - 28 (Tuesday - Friday) 8 days, 40 hours, 100% Awesome!
Grades 4 - 9
More details to be shared soon.
Basics of Abstract Art (Adults)
Let go of perfection and dive into the freedom of abstraction! In this playful, hands-on workshop, we’ll explore the elements of art and principles of design to better understand what makes abstract art so dynamic—and how those same ideas apply to all forms of creativity.
Experiment with paint, collage, drawing, and more on a variety of surfaces—from paper to canvas—while discovering your own expressive visual language. Expect bold marks, unexpected color combinations, and a healthy dose of creative mess!
Class size 4-12 participants. Tuition $40/ session; all materials provided
1pm-4pm Tuesdays
Painting Studio @ Bloomington Center for the Arts—1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington MN 55431
Jan 27-Feb 17 (4 sessions)
Art For Change: Lino Art Making Event
Join us for a powerful afternoon of art-making and solidarity as we create linocut prints standing with our neighbors and demanding justice for all community members.
Linocut printmaking is a historic tool of resistance—from labor movements to civil rights struggles, artists have carved their truths into linoleum and pressed them into permanence. In this workshop, we continue that tradition.
No experience necessary. All materials provided, however if you want to print on clothing or any fabric, bring your own items. All ages and abilities welcome.
Together, we'll:
Learn basic linocut carving techniques (using soft speedy plates)
Create individual prints with messages of solidarity and support
Share our work and amplify our collective voice
Take home prints to post, share, or gift (Paper and ink is supplied, please bring clothing or fiber items if desired.)
Art has always been a tool for change.
Your voice matters. Your neighbors matter. Your art matters.
Free but Donations accepted.
Supplies are provided by Heijeu Arts
Space provided by B-Side Indie Music Cafe
If you would like to help with this event through material donations, we have put together a wishlist for ink and plates. Shipping location is available on the wishlist.
Artist Cash Mob
ARTIST CASH MOB
Create. Connect. Support Local.
Friday, February 13 | 6:00-8:00 PM
B-Side Indie Music Cafe, St. Cloud
What is an Artist Cash Mob?
In times of social distress and uncertainty, artists have always gathered to create, process, and support one another. An Artist Cash Mob brings together creative people to make art, build community, and support local businesses—all at once.Think of it as a creative flash mob with intention: we descend on a local business, order food and drinks, make art together, and leave having strengthened both our creative community and our local economy.
How It Works:
Bring your sketchbook or a small art project. Order some food or drink. Enjoy community.
No agenda. No instruction. Just artists making art in the same space, at the same time, for the same reason: Because we need each other.
Why Now?
Because the world feels heavy. Because artists need each other. Because local businesses need us. Because making art together is resistance, resilience, and renewal all at once.
We're not waiting for things to get better. We're creating the connection we need, right now, together.
Basics of Abstract Art (Adults)
Let go of perfection and dive into the freedom of abstraction! In this playful, hands-on workshop, we’ll explore the elements of art and principles of design to better understand what makes abstract art so dynamic—and how those same ideas apply to all forms of creativity.
Experiment with paint, collage, drawing, and more on a variety of surfaces—from paper to canvas—while discovering your own expressive visual language. Expect bold marks, unexpected color combinations, and a healthy dose of creative mess!
Class size 4-12 participants. Tuition $40/ session; all materials provided
1pm-4pm Tuesdays
Painting Studio @ Bloomington Center for the Arts—1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington MN 55431
Jan 27-Feb 17 (4 sessions)
Beyond Access: Art Education and Community Enhancement for All
Join artists, educators, organizers, and community members for a one-day mini-conference focused on making art education more accessible, inclusive, and welcoming for everyone. Beyond Access explores creative and practical ways to remove barriers to participation and strengthen community through the arts.
Participants will hear from local leaders, share ideas, and learn innovative approaches to creating art spaces and programs that truly serve diverse communities. This gathering is ideal for anyone working in or passionate about arts education, community engagement, libraries, schools, and nonprofits.
The conference is designed especially for those in Stearns, Benton, Todd, and Wright Counties, but all of Greater Minnesota is warmly invited.
Stay after for a casual after-party gathering at Arroy Restaurant from 4:00 – 6:00 PM to connect, reflect, and continue the conversation. (Participants are responsible for purchasing their own food)
Basics of Abstract Art (Adults)
Let go of perfection and dive into the freedom of abstraction! In this playful, hands-on workshop, we’ll explore the elements of art and principles of design to better understand what makes abstract art so dynamic—and how those same ideas apply to all forms of creativity.
Experiment with paint, collage, drawing, and more on a variety of surfaces—from paper to canvas—while discovering your own expressive visual language. Expect bold marks, unexpected color combinations, and a healthy dose of creative mess!
Class size 4-12 participants. Tuition $40/ session; all materials provided
1pm-4pm Tuesdays
Painting Studio @ Bloomington Center for the Arts—1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington MN 55431
Jan 27-Feb 17 (4 sessions)
Visual Journal Jam
Dive into two hours of playful creativity! Bring your visual journal, share your pages, and get inspired by artists of all ages. Try out new supplies, swap prompts, and spark fresh ideas as we celebrate the adventurous, experimental side of journaling.
For all ages, space is limited. Bring a sketchbook, and projects you’re developing. Supplies will be available to use, but bring what you love to use!
Bremer Room
ReSCHEDULED: ArtSmarts: Floral Design With Ashley Green
Join us for a hands-on creative experience just for youth ages 11–17!
On January 20, 2026, from 4–6pm, participants will learn the basics of floral design with our frank, funny, and fabulous friend Ashley Green, owner of Green Thumb, Inc.
In this ArtSmarts workshop, young artists will:
Learn foundational floral design techniques
Explore creativity through color, texture, and form
Gain confidence working with fresh materials
Create a floral arrangement to take home
Cost: $20
Date: January 20, 2026
Time: 4–6pm
** We will reschedule this when our new location is ready for workshops! Stay tuned!
REGISTRATION
Visual Journal Jam
Dive into two hours of playful creativity! Bring your visual journal, share your pages, and get inspired by artists of all ages. Try out new supplies, swap prompts, and spark fresh ideas as we celebrate the adventurous, experimental side of journaling.
For all ages, space is limited. Bring a sketchbook, and projects you’re developing. Supplies will be available to use, but bring what you love to use!
Bremer Room
Visual Journal Jam
Dive into two hours of playful creativity! Bring your visual journal, share your pages, and get inspired by artists of all ages. Try out new supplies, swap prompts, and spark fresh ideas as we celebrate the adventurous, experimental side of journaling.
For all ages, space is limited. Bring a sketchbook, and projects you’re developing. Supplies will be available to use, but bring what you love to use!
Presented by Heijeu Arts & The Tiny School of Art & Design with artists Heidi Jeub and Niky Studenski
Tiny School of Art & Design at the St. Cloud Farmers Market
Join us for our LAST Tiny School Event of the SEASON! We will be drawing and painting amongst the fresh fruits and vegetables of the season!
Artists By The Trio - St. Cloud Art Crawl
The St. Cloud Art Crawl takes over downtown St. Cloud a few times a year. Heijeu Arts has looked at this unique part of the street, by the “old Herbergers” next to the historic Granite Trio Sculptures by artist Anthony Caponi, to be a perfect space for a high quality, overly creative stretch of the regularly scheduled event.
ArtSmarts: Gemstone Bracelet Making Class
Let your child's creativity shine as they design and create two beautiful gemstone stretch bracelets. They can create one to keep, and one to gift to someone special (like mom, dad, grandma, or a friend!) In this fun, hands-on class, students will choose from a variety of high quality gemstone beads and learn how to string and finish their own unique creations.
All materials are included.
Ages: 8 and up
Class Length: ~1 hour
Each student will make 2 bracelets and pick out enough beads to make one at home.
Limited to 12 Youth
$12 Fee
The Rock and Art Shop
1700 West St. Germain St
St. Cloud, MN 56303
ArtSmarts Art Camp
Get your creative juices flowing with us at Stearns History Museum & Heritage Park! From painting to scientific adventures, let's unleash your inner art genius!
ArtSmarts Art Camp
Get your creative juices flowing with us at Stearns History Museum & Heritage Park! From painting to scientific adventures, let's unleash your inner art genius!
ArtSmarts Art Camp
Get your creative juices flowing with us at Stearns History Museum & Heritage Park! From painting to scientific adventures, let's unleash your inner art genius!
ArtSmarts Art Camp
Get your creative juices flowing with us at Stearns History Museum & Heritage Park! From painting to scientific adventures, let's unleash your inner art genius!
ArtSmarts Art Camp
Get your creative juices flowing with us at Stearns History Museum & Heritage Park! From painting to scientific adventures, let's unleash your inner art genius!
ArtSmarts Art Camp
Get your creative juices flowing with us at Stearns History Museum & Heritage Park! From painting to scientific adventures, let's unleash your inner art genius!
ArtSmarts Art Camp
Get your creative juices flowing with us at Stearns History Museum & Heritage Park! From painting to scientific adventures, let's unleash your inner art genius!
ArtSmarts Art Camp
Get your creative juices flowing with us at Stearns History Museum & Heritage Park! From painting to scientific adventures, let's unleash your inner art genius!
Artists By The Trio - St. Cloud Art Crawl
Join us for a vibrant evening of local art, handmade goods, and community creativity! Featuring 11+ Minnesota-based artists offering comics, paintings, jewelry, fiber art, upcycled creations, and more. The Tiny School of Art & Design will be on-site with free art activities for all ages.
Featured Artists Include:
Cloudy Sky Comics – Original indie comics
Foxtail Fiberworks – Nature-inspired hand embroidery
Destinee & Keziah Love – Paintings, felted art, digital designs
Wilhamina Birch Designs – Whimsical recycled art
Taylor Wald Art – Prints, paintings, and mixed media
The Rock & Art Shop – Stone & nature-based jewelry
Sadie Marty – 2D visual art & photography
Happie Hippie Design – Botanical-inspired handmade goods
All Kinds of Kinds – Plant-themed trinkets & gifts
ART by Tess – Acrylic pours, upcycled vinyl, functional art
Brea Rhodes Art – Bold prints, apparel & pop art
Tiny School of Art & Design: Staples - Great River Regional Library
Come on out for some outdoor fun art activities at the St. Cloud Library. This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Central MN Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund and the Great River Regional Library.
Tiny School of Art & Design: Linden Hills Library - Hennepin County Library
Join us for outdoor fun art activities at the Linden Hills Library in Minneapolis.
Tiny School of Art & Design: Great River Regional Library, St. Cloud
Come on out for some outdoor fun art activities at the St. Cloud Library. This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Central MN Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund and the Great River Regional Library.
Tiny School of Art & Design: 3rd Annual Family Summer Shindig (Fairmont!)
Come on out for some outdoor fun art activities as part of the Summer Shindig hosted by Martin County Library and Fairmont Area Life.
Tiny School of Art & Design: Pierre Bottineau Library
Join us for art activities at the Pierre Bottineau Library.
Tiny School of Art & Design: Oxboro Library
Join us for art activities at the Oxboro Library.
Tiny School of Art & Design: Becker Bubble Party!
Join us at the Becker Splash Pad for another EPIC FREE Bubble Party. Food trucks, games, music and art activities with the Tiny School.Look for the blue Trailer and participate in fun art activities for all. This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Central MN Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.