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Farm Fresh Art Show at The Three Crows Cafe and Coffeehouse, www.TheThreeCrows.com

Opening Thursday December 3rd, from 4-6

Stop in to see my new paintings.

Dinner is available at The Three Crows starting at 6:00 and Music is at 7:00,

The Benny Weinback Trio with Gordon Johnson, with a $10 cover on that night. It's Jazzie!

On December 5th, Saturday, from 10-4 there will be an Art Walk with 20 artists in Downtown Delano.

A schedule of the days events will be available at the Delano City Hall on Saturday from 10-4.

See the Attachments for a sample of art and Info for Christmas Event on Saturday.

I have been busy painting,

Jeanne

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Jean Stortz

345 82nd St SW

Montrose, MN 55363

763-972-2626 hm

763-607-1448 cell

JeanStortz@gmail.com

www.stortzart.com

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Greetings from the Farm on a beautiful sunny, warm day in November,

"Breast In Show"

It has been a month since I last communicated with you all. I had a piece of art in the "Breast in Show" exhibit, at the Hang It gallery in NE Minneapolis, part of "Keep a Breast" a cancer awareness group. I was honored to paint the body cast of my friend, Liz. A group of friends and I went to the opening it was an inspiring show. I have included a couple of photos. When I first visited some friends in South Dakota, I always thought the rolling hills were the curvaceous parts of women, so when Liz asked me to create a piece for the show I knew immediately what I would do for this exhibit. The show was in the month of October.

Oil Painting and Art Show in December at The Three Crows, Opening on December 3rd from 4-6:30

Since the last Art Spa I also have started painting in oils, small 9 x 12 pieces, mostly local landscapes, and South Dakota and Alaska, and more. I truely am loving this medium. I just completed my first oil commission . I am nervous about the delivery of the painting tomorrow. I will be having an ART SHOW in December at The Three Crows Cafe' and Coffeehouse. www.TheThreeCrows.com

The Opening will be on December 3rd, Thursday from 4:00-6:30. They also have dinner available at 6:00 and music at 7:00, The Benny Weinback Trio with Gordon Johnson, with a $10 cover on that night. Check The Three Crows website for a description of the music, I believe it is Jazzie. On Saturday, December 5th, there will be a Christmas Art Walk in Delano so that is also a time I will be at The Three Crows. A schedule of the days events will be available at the Delano City Hall Saturday, Dec. 5th from 10-4.

My Boys

My son Aaron has enrolled at Hennepin Tech., in the Welding program. I am so happy and proud of him. I believe this could be a miracle! I am a beliver in miracles. He enrolled and took the placement test, after studying with his friend Tara. Congratulations Aaron! Thank You, Tara! Thank You, Ross, part of the support team. Thank You, Jean!

Also Tyler is spending some time with us this Fall. He is also hunting in North Dakota, Kansas, Canada and visiting friends. Taking a break from his Alaskan fishing life.

Art Spas are this Friday, Nov 13 and Saturday, Nov 14-Call to reserve your place!

Last Thursday in Orono I presented a workshop called "From Junk to Treasure", so a couple of activities will be available at the Spas this week. "Fabric Pumpkins" with real pumpkin stems and "Earrings from Junk". I have fabric available and bring any special fabric if you wish.

Delicious food will be, Asiago Quiche, Carrot Soup and Apple Surprise, Bread, Coffee and Tea as always.

Toward a Healthy World with Healthy People.

There are many people I know are having health challenges, I send healing prayers and thoughts to them all. Grant that we may we have a Healthy World with Healthy People!

happily painting & loving life,

Jeanne

It's time to play! Let's create! The studio will be ready for you..Some of us are making ATC -Artist Trading Cards, some people are painting, some are relaxing..What are you going to be doing? The day starts at 10:45..Menu is quiche, tomato basil soup, greens, hot bread, apple pie, coffee and tea.

Delano Aftershool classes have started check out my website for more information.

Would you like to spend a day at the Art Studio with your friends? Let's set up a special date for your group..e-mail me with your questions!

For Directions check...www.StortzArt.com

staying warm and painting with oils in the studio,

Jeanne

Dear Friends,

It is a new year. Locally school is starting today. The kids are getting onto the buses and heading to their first day of school. They are a bundle of emotions. What will this day bring? Excited about new possibility, maybe a bit anxious or maybe sadness with a beautiful summer ending. I remember stiff new shoes, new wool clothes that I wanted to wear the first day of school and yet it was too early to be wearing anything wool. Many emotions, I feel the same way, my art classes, that I teach, will start tomorrow. These seasonal transitions and school transitions have always been a stuggle for me. I feel as though I should be able to just move ever so easily in my life from one thing to another. My moves are not very graceful but jerky. What about granting myself some space to ease into the new pieces? September 18th is the Jewish tradition of Rosh Hashanah, it is their New Year. There is something so perfect about this time of year being the "New Year". It is also my new year. New art classes, new kids, new schedules, and new opportunities. Just Breathe.

New Spa Dates

Adult Spa Day in September, Saturday the 12th...This Saturday join me for lunch and creating! e-mail me to reserve your place so I can prepare for you...

Adult Spa Days in October, Friday the 9th and Saturday the 10th

New Classes

New Afterschool Kids Classes & "Kids and Adult" classes in Orono and Delano-go to www.StortzArt.com and click Adult and Kids Classes.

Gallery W

Visit Wimzeez a new gift shop and Gallery W in Long Lake www.wimzeez.com

I have a couple of pieces of Art in Gallery W-on the East end of Long Lake on old Highway 12 across from the Lake they will be there through September

New Group events at the Studio

Call me if you would like to have a group of friends have an "Art Day" e-mail me to set up a time.

breathing and painting landscapes,

Jeanne

Greetings,

I have been sitting on the studio deck, being warmed by the Minnesota sun. Just got back from Homer, Alaska which is surrounded by the sea, mountains and glaciers and now I am ready to create. Huck, our yellow lab is happy that I am back. I took a tour around the garden and ate a half dozen small yellow tomatoes. Sweet! Come to the Art Spa on Friday and/or Saturday. The lunch will be garden fresh. Plus a beautiful arrangement of sunflowers to inspire us. E-mail me to reserve your place.Check www.StortzArt.com for directions and details.

I am looking forward to spending some creative time with you!

Enjoying the last days of summer,

Jeanne

The Wedding Photo, New Calendar, Art Spa Friday and Saturday the 24th and 25th, Kids and Adults Art "Play Date" August 1st, Alaska Trip-No Spa the 2nd Weekend

Hello to the summer fans,
 
The Wedding Photo
I do like summer I may even love it... not too hot, cool summer nights, great sleeping weather.  Stevie and I attended our dear friends daughters' wedding a couple of weeks ago.  It was one of those perfect nights, the leaves were not stirring, votive candles in tiny jars hanging from the trees, lush green, friends looking oh so beautiful for this wonderful celebration.  I asked the photographer, our friend Mitch, if he would take a photo of us.  Stevie and I did not have a professional photographer at our wedding. That was in Colorado, on the mountainside, with a few friends it was a casual affair. So here is our photo today.  I love it.. Please open attachment...  It made me cry after he took the photo..it documents a special day, a glorious evening....
 
New Calendar
I have a new calendar on the website..www.StortzArt.com  check it out... events are listed.
 
Art Spa
Friday the 24th and Saturday the 25th..call now to reserve your place.
Lunch...fresh greens, quiche, fresh berries and chocolate
 
Kids and Adults Art "Play Date"
August 1st.. we are making Enchanted Gardens...Imagine you are 1" tall and are living on the forest floor with a birch bark shelter over you head.  We will use found objects, clay, some man made objects to create our "Enchanted Garden".  Call to reserve your place (NOTE:  No kids play date on the 1st Saturday in September I will be at a Winery Art Show)
 
Alaska
Stevie and I are visiting Tyler in Homer..no Art Spa August 7th and 8th.
 
Looking forward to naps in the shanty, painting, dreaming and reading books,
Jeanne
 
 
 
 
 

The Wedding Photo, New Calendar, Art Spa Friday and Saturday the 24th and 25th, Kids and Adults Art "Play Date" August 1st, Alaska Trip-No Spa the 2nd Weekend

Hello to the summer fans,
 
The Wedding Photo
I do like summer I may even love it... not too hot, cool summer nights, great sleeping weather.  Stevie and I attended our dear friends daughters' wedding a couple of weeks ago.  It was one of those perfect nights, the leaves were not stirring, votive candles in tiny jars hanging from the trees, lush green, friends looking oh so beautiful for this wonderful celebration.  I asked the photographer, our friend Mitch, if he would take a photo of us.  Stevie and I did not have a professional photographer at our wedding. That was in Colorado, on the mountainside, with a few friends it was a casual affair. So here is our photo today.  I love it.. Please open attachment...  It made me cry after he took the photo..it documents a special day, a glorious evening....
 
New Calendar
I have a new calendar on the website..www.StortzArt.com  check it out... events are listed.
 
Art Spa
Friday the 24th and Saturday the 25th..call now to reserve your place.
Lunch...fresh greens, quiche, fresh berries and chocolate
 
Kids and Adults Art "Play Date"
August 1st.. we are making Enchanted Gardens...Imagine you are 1" tall and are living on the forest floor with a birch bark shelter over you head.  We will use found objects, clay, some man made objects to create our "Enchanted Garden".  Call to reserve your place (NOTE:  No kids play date on the 1st Saturday in September I will be at a Winery Art Show)
 
Alaska
Stevie and I are visiting Tyler in Homer..no Art Spa August 7th and 8th.
 
Looking forward to naps in the shanty, painting, dreaming and reading books,
Jeanne

Summer is here!

I was wondering how can I possibly get through winter without this beautiful green world and sweet chorus that surrounds me on this farm. As Stevie, Mitch and I were sitting on the studio deck the other day Mitch was imagining the vista covered in snow. The wren house is now for rent. There was a feeding frenzy for a while, Mom and Dad were very busy bringing "bits" to the hungry tribe.. I thought I may see the little ones take off, but I missed the send off. The deck is quiet.

Camper report

There is a new wicker couch in the studio which many of you know was missing if the mix of the studio. Creating art can be tiring and now there is a great place to recline. Thank you to Elizabeth and her Dad, Pete. The delivery of the flowered couch was just the perfect way to start the "Ala cART" Camping weekend. Thank you Melinda and Hans for your assistance in the kitchen on Saturday with the pizza making, thank you Stevie for the pancake making, thank you Mitch and Stevie for putting up the tent, thank you Stevie for installing the shutters in the bedrooms, and the new ladder for the shanty..thank you Aaron for giving up your room and mowing and putting up with me..and thank you to all of you for participating in the 1st "Ala cART" event.

Art Spa...

This Friday and Saturday the Art Spa is on..call to reserve your place..Lunch something healthy from the garden! Directions are on the website...

see you then.

Jeanne

a'la cARTe Weekend just for me.

The kids are going to camp...so what about ME!

June 26-June 27 That's Friday and Saturday just for me, a weekend filled with art, Yes!!!

Remember camp?...Sharing stories...late night bon fires...friends....tents...crazy laughter...a mini vacation....art...nature...come stay at the Stortz Art Farm this weekend!

Come for two days. Come for just the overnight. Come to see and hear the wren family. Walk the paths. Come for Homemade Pizzas on the grill on Saturday night. Come for pancakes, farm fresh eggs, yogurt and fruit for breakfast. Come for art. Come for lunch-deli sandwiches, salad and sweets. Come for one day of art or come for two. Stay in your own tent or stay in the big canvas tent. Stay in the Shanty. Stay in the art house. Stay for the bonfire. Stay for art..did I say, ART & Stay for the arty movie.

Special Savings

Reserve your place by Wednesday morning for 2 Spa Days and Dinner and Breakfast included ($25 savings)

Reserve your place by Wednesday morning for 1 Spa Day and Dinner included ($20 savings)

Come to the weekend and receive an arty gift!

a'la cARTe Weekend

$10 Bring your own tent

$20 Stay in the big canvas tent-cots available (bring your onw sleeping bag)

Limited bed options..reserve soon!

$30 Stay in the shanty-ladder to bunk-bedding provided

$40 Stay in the art house-queen bed-blue hunting/fishing room

$40 Stay in the art house-queen bed-green room

$ Priceless Explore creativity

$100 2 days of Art Spa-art late into the evening if you wish!

$65 1 day of Art Spa-art late into the evening...maybe an all nighter too!

$0 Plein Air drawing or painting bring your own umbrella and supplies to create outdoors

$12 lunch only

$0 Reading

$ Priceless Visit and hang out

$20 Dinner only pizzas on the grill with beer or wine + delicious surprise desert

$8 Breakfast only

$0 Spend the day writing

$25 Dinner and Breakfast if you go to the Art Spa both days

Start at 9:00 on Friday until 5:00 on Saturday and Create ART!

email JeanStortz@gmail.com to reserve some time for you and any questions..not sure what you want to create, e-mail me....we will talk!

see www.StortzArt.com for directions

Can't wait to see you and create,

Jeanne

The 3 Red Knights:

Last Friday was a day of mowing, planting and weeding. I'm not sure how many miles I walked around this place, wanting to just get the tops off of all to those dandelions. I need appropriate footwear for the summer....my feet were ohh so sore & need more protection from that hot sun. I actually had a lightweight flannel shirt on that day. After a long productive day on Friday, I thought I would move indoors on Saturday and work on the pantry..you know how things accumulate, it was finally time to take that on.. I look outside and a truck and very long trailer are pulling into the driveway..I said to Aaron.."hey who is that with the trailer..must be a friend of yours". It was Aaron's two friends, Marshall and Patrick. They each backed out of the trailer a large mower, put on their hats..rather ear protectors..and like 3 horsemen sped away with grass swirling behind them..Oh men and their machines.. It made me cry! I was so grateful and happy... It took them I don't think more than 40-45 minutes to mow the entire place. I could only catch glimpses of them..Marshall flying thorough the orchard....Patrick here and there and Aaron circling the trees around the house. mowing, mowing, mowing... Then in the distance I heard the faint sound of more horsepower...they were mowing the walking paths...and creating more..These are some of the same young men who a few years earlier were jumping their motorcycles and 4 wheelers in the pasture...They know this property like the back of their hands..sweet boys...oh that's right..sweet young men!

Art "Play Date" for Adults and Kids (No Play Date in July it is the 4th)

June 6th we will be making paper on Saturday morning..Fresh orange scones, fruit, coffee and juice or milk..It will be messy and wet fun!

Email me to reserve your place.

Woodland Hill Winery Art Festival June 13 & 14

The following Saturday and Sunday come out to the country and visit me a the Winery Art Festival it is just 1 1/2 miles from my farm. www.woodlandhillwinery.com

Art Camps in Orono & Delano

Camps are filling up in Orono and still some space in Delano..call soon Look at my website www.StortzArt.com for cool summer camps.

a'la cART Weekend

So you say " the kids are going to camp so what about ME?" Spend the weekend at the Stortz Farm. June 26-June 27..a Friday and Saturday, a weekend filled with art.. just for you...

Come for two days. Come for just the overnight. Walk the beautiful mowed paths! Come for Homemade Pizzas on the grill on Saturday night. come for pancakes, farm fresh eggs, yogurt and fruit at breakfast..Stevie said he would cook..Come for lunch-deli sandwiches, salad and sweets. Come for one day of art or come for two. Stay in your own tent or stay in the big canvas tent. Stay in the Shanty..if Aaron allows it!. Stay in the Stortz home. Stay for the bonfire. Stay for the arty movie..Stay for the great conversations! & did I say ART...

Check the website www.StortzArt.com and click a'la cARTe Weekend page!

Visioning in Delano

A community wide meeting was held in Delano on Sunday..We gathered to illuminate the assets, challenges and desired outcomes in the next 3-5 years...

The top outcomes were..

1. Revitalize the downtown historic district

2. A Cultural Center to include Art, Theatre & Music for youth and adults

3. Crow River-access & promotion

4. More jobs for people in Delano

These were just of the few top ideas..I'll keep you posted!

I have a new computer and it's up and running! Thank you all!

It takes a community to get a computer...Thanks to Hans the computer man..countless hours, Pat-owner of computer and will swap for art, Elizabeth-idea person, Han's family-for being so patient for many, many hours and days, Stevie for making latenight dinners-food from the future cookbook hmmmmmgood..me... believing that the universe will provide, although not in the way we always think..

on wren watch & walking the new paths & rocking out with my new sound system,

Jeanne