Summer's in Minnesota can feel short, but with a little preparation for fall, and the new school-year, things can seem so much brighter. MCAD Teaching Specialist, painter and visual artist Erin Sandsmark gave us some tips and tricks on how to use the arts to prepare for the new school-year. Thanks Erin!
Read MoreGet to know Caley Vickerman, an actor, educator and community builder, who recently joined our roster of over 100 Teaching Artists. Where did this visionary come from? What's Guerilla Haiku? Where's her favorite sushi restaurant? Okay, so we didn't get to that topic, but the other questions and many more were discussed in this months Artist Spotlight!
Read MoreHere's your mid-summer creative dream which includes 15 new ways to create, a sold-out musical tribute, and a puppy parade. Luckily for us this dream is a complete reality!
Read MoreIf you're a Minnesota native you're probably already aware that fair season means lots of questionable carnival rides, high-quality people watching and of course, lots of food on a stick. While we don't have anything deep-fried to offer you, we do have plenty of creativity that will be featured at this year's Minnesota State Fair and the Dakota County Fair!
Read MoreWe're excited to announce 16 new artists are joining our roster of over 100 individual teaching artists and performing groups. From puppeteers and storytellers, to metal sculptors and song producers, these teaching artists are ready to unleash creativity in people all across Minnesota!
Read MoreWe return with another installment of Inside the "COMPAS Studio"! Introducing Ming Montgomery, a Shakespeare lover who is also our Arts Marketing Program Intern. She is currently studying Theater at Lawrence University in Appleton Wisconsin. This summer she's working hard at the COMPAS hub in Saint Paul and we couldn't be happier!
Read MoreThis June really heated up and we're not just talking about the weather. Take a look at all the creative fire we made this month!
Read MoreWhat gives you pride? Maybe it's your career or your scholarly accomplishments. Maybe you finally beat your best score on Fortnite or worked up the courage to ask that special someone on a date. For some, pride has a very special connotation.
Read MoreLeo and Katy Lara have been performing in the Midwest since 1979. How did these two talented musicians meet and what keeps their creative drive going? Read all about it in their Artist Spotlight!
Read MoreCOMPAS - Art for Life's Sake!
Arts Education throughout Minnesota that sparks students’ imagination, brings creativity to older adults, and inspires people to create. COMPAS brings art to people. Professional artists work alongside students, teachers, senior citizens to discover their own creativity.
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