Rochester Art Life

12/20/2025

Applications are open for the 2026 Transforming Trash Artist-in-Residence Program. More info at the link in our bio.🔗

We’re looking for creators from diverse fields to create public art using at least 90% recycled and reclaimed materials from Olmsted County Recycling Centers and Landfill.

This month-long residency includes studio space, accommodations, materials, a $2,500 stipend, an unveiling event or exhibition launch, and community engagement opportunities.

Learn more at TransformingTrash.org

12/20/2025

FREE TO ATTEND | $10 TO COMPETE | MORE PRIZES | MORE BEER | MORE FUN

Bigger & better - We can’t believe we’re fast approaching our 11th Anniversary and we couldn’t be more excited to host our latte art throwdown & customer appreciation party Friday, Jan. 9th starting at 7p at our Two Discovery Square.

Pre-register to compete online through the link in our bio or arrive at 6pm on the day of the event. Be sure to enter our One Year of Free Coffee giveaway with our live drawing at the event.

🍻Libations courtesy of
🎵DJ set by

Poster design work by .coldman ❤️❤️❤️

05/27/2025

04/20/2025

Let’s meet Tierney Parker, you can find her work and !
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I’ve lived in Rochester most of my life, and I’m proud of the person it’s helped shape me into. The community here is so beautifully diverse—motivational, and inspiring. The good, the bad, the uncomfortable, the whimsical and fantastic—I try to reflect all of it in my work, because I want to share all versions of me and the place I call home.
I’m a self-taught mixed media artist. I use texture, found materials, and childhood memories to tell stories for anyone who’s ever felt strange, left out, or unheard. I see you, I was you, and I hope my work reminds you- that you belong.
Creating with my kids is one of my favorite things in the world. I’m so lucky to be surrounded by love—my amazing husband, our kids, our community. They’re my biggest supporters and my deepest source of strength.
Through it all, I hope I leave behind a legacy of love and hope—not just for them, but for all of us.
Thanks for being part of this journey with me.
⭐️ You can find my art at Clover & Rose !

04/04/2025

Madison Kelly, is a graphic designer, artist, and barista who enjoys experimenting with a variety of mediums, materials, and color 🌈

She is also the owner of — a q***r merch & events business dedicated to celebrating and connecting Rochester’s LGBTQ+ community. Join us for a Q***r Art Market on June 22nd to celebrate 5 years of Out Rochester!

You can find Madison’s work at in Downtown Rochester.

03/20/2025

It’s been a while but we are back, let’s meet ⭐️

Elizabeth Forsman (Fiz Lorsman) was raised in Eyota, Minnesota and currently works as a freelance artist. She specializes in drawing and creating custom work. Her art mainly takes a minimalist approach inspired by elements found in nature. 

 Elizabeth is also an art instructor at Art Heads Emporium. Her classes range a large number of mediums. If you’re interested in taking a class with her check out their website. 


Fizlorsman.com
Artheadsemporium.com

08/26/2024

Hiii ⭐️
This week we are planning and scheduling many of our fall public art classes .
We’re booking private parties and class requests for October -December , reach out if you need to reserve a date✨
Keep an eye on our website for seasonal sessions and new classes too !

08/19/2024

04/29/2023

The Rochester Thaw recap by Tyler J. Aug at 17 mins in ❣️