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Lilies In Red Shadows Received Merchandize Award

June 14th, 2021

Lilies In Red Shadows Received Merchandize Award

Hi Art Friends, Just letting you know …
My art “Lilies in Red Shadows” is on display in Moorhead at the Hjemkomst Center for 2 months June 7 – August 7, 2021.
I received a Merchandise Award – and it is a Winner for me! worth $52. (Zoom meeting) It is new and unique enough that I have never heard of this product.
The prize is a Vivia Watercolor set and sketchbook. The hard cover Sketchbook is 4.5” x 6.5” with hot press paper, 64 pages, 32 leaves, hot press acid free paper,
Relative size = 2 ¾’ x 5 ½ “ is the pad of Vivia colorsheets. The Vivia colorsheets are small pieces of paper, long lasting & comparable to half pans. There is 2 pads of 16 colors in each. One group is Super Vibrant made from premium dyes. The other is identified as spring colors. Is Handmade and baked in the sun.
This family owned business is located in Nashik, India and they are employing women in their community so to have dignified employment.
It is a...

Kathy Braud Artwork Accepted Into The RRWS National Show

April 21st, 2021

 Kathy Braud Artwork Accepted Into The RRWS National Show

My watercolor image, "Lilies in Red Shadow" was accepted into the 28th Red River Watercolor Society National Juried Show"
and goes on display in early June 2021 for several months at the Hjemkomst Center, Moorhead, Minnesota.

https://fineartamerica.com/featured/lilies-in-red-shadows-kathy-braud.html

Homeward Bound Accepted To NSWS National Fine Art Juried Show

September 29th, 2020

Homeward Bound Accepted To NSWS National Fine Art Juried Show

https://fineartamerica.com/featured/homeward-bound-kathy-braud.html

This painting has 12 FAA Features - all obtained since July 2020- mid September 2020
It has been accepted into the NorthStar Watercolor Society National Juried Watermedia Show 2020.
I have to deliver the painting in about 2 weeks to the juried show site about 100 miles from our home in Central MN. Ice fishing is a quiet sport in wintertime and one must use precautions to stay warm.

Kathy Braud Art - 2nd Place Award In Juried Show

March 23rd, 2020

Kathy Braud Art - 2nd Place Award In Juried Show

https://fineartamerica.com/featured/opposites-attract-kathy-braud.html

Happy News to share with you! I Received news that at March Reception at the Jaques Art Center, Aitkin, MN in the 16th Annual Juried Art Show .....my painting received a 2nd Place Award from the judge! Nice money award too. We were sequestered at home so chatting is now per internet.
Just sharing! This joyful painting was just accepted into a juried show in Minnesota ( 3/13 - 5/2/2020) and it will grace their walls for a two month long show in March at the Jaques Art Center, Aitkin, MN. Since we live in a state with snow and cold that lasts for a long period of time, I appreciate opportunities to add color and light to describe scenes I can see in my head and heart.
Hope you enjoy too! this site is online ..... info@jaquesart.com
Moving rich paint around in a joyous manner, in this passionate painting, I brought together hot, exotic colors and foiled them against cool colors, greens,...

Celebrating The Seasons

January 18th, 2020

Celebrating The Seasons

"Celebrating the Seasons" art by Kathy Braud, is on display now! The exhibition, is at Great River Arts, 122 1st St.SE, Little Falls, MN. Jan 7 - Feb 29, 2020.
Join us for this 40 piece watercolor-watermedia exhibition by Kathleen Braud RRWS,NSWS; now displayed in the Great River Arts gallery. Open Wed.– Friday 11am - 6pm & Sat 10am- 2 pm + perhaps special art, music or play events happening some evenings also. Contact GRA info: 320 632 0960 website: greatart.org to investigate if there are open evenings .....
Kathy Braud’s Art Reception is Feb. 6, 2020 5 - 7 pm and you are invited! This grouping of Kathy’s original artworks span a long history of watercolor painting. Art on display spans about 25 years of professional art painting. Thank you! for sharing this invite to others.

Kathy Braud Art Displayed At Fifth NSWS National Art Show

October 31st, 2019

Kathy Braud Art Displayed At Fifth NSWS National Art Show

Kathy Braud and husband attended the Lakeville Center for the Arts for the reception of the NorthStar Watermedia Society 5th National Exhibition, Oct 27, 2019. Her full size floral watercolor work, Bouquet in Light and Dark, was one of 60 pieces chosen by the juror for display. This show is on display thru November 14, 2019. Below is a photo of me and my floral painting!

Juror Patrick Pryor - These are my reactions – both emotional and technical.
–Does the work show a dedication to the practice of painting?
–Is the work’s subject matter compelling?
–Does the work’s composition further compel the subject matter and showcase the artist’s talent?

Kathy Braud Honored In The 2019 Celebration Of The Arts

July 24th, 2019

Kathy Braud Honored In The 2019 Celebration Of The Arts

The Five Wings Arts Council (FWAC) honored the accomplishments of artists and arts leaders from Morrison, Cass, Crow Wing, Todd and Wadena counties at the Celebration of the Arts on Wednesday, May 1, 2019 at Great River Arts in Little Falls, MN. The 10th year Anniversary of the Minnesota Legacy Amendment and the impact on arts in our state was also celebrated.

I was honored to be a recipient of FWAC’s Outstanding Community Arts Leader for Morrison County, MN. It was humbling when FWAC Executive Director, Mark Turner, said the following, “Kathy Braud, is a premiere example of an artist who is always striving to learn new things and to challenge herself in her medium. Her artwork is known for its bold and dramatic use of color, capturing a mood, memory, or experience that enriches the spirit. Our lives are all enriched by the work of this award-winning artist.”

FWAC recognized two arts leaders from each of the five counties in their region. Nancy Ratzloff, a...

Kathy Braud Is A MN Legacy Amendment Winner

May 19th, 2019

Kathy Braud Is A MN Legacy Amendment Winner

The celebration of the 10th year Anniversary of the Minnesota Legacy Amendment by the Five Wings Art Council has happened, Wednesday, May 1, 2019 at Great River Arts, Little Falls, MN.
Kathy Braud & husband were invited guests at the dinner, music, social time and recognition of the 11 participants.

It was a fun evening! Dress up time! They had a program, said nice things and had a slide show regarding each of us.
We learned a lot about the variety of activities showing up in all five counties. Money was well spent to get the projects going and produce such good rewards. Our local St Francis Music Center was awarded the Arts Organization of the Year...... and have many teachers and students.

The Black and White Restaurant catered a nice meal – and served a Legacy Chocolate Cake also!
Nancy Ratzloff, an artist & retired grade school teacher, was featured also from Morrison County.

A photo was professionally taken for the awardees. ...

Let Color And Light Sing - Art Exhibition

April 4th, 2019

Let Color And Light Sing - Art Exhibition

Let Color and Light Sing - -- Art on display - April 3 – 30, 2019, Watercolor Art by Kathy Braud.
This large watercolor exhibition is on display in the Lobby of the Paramount Center for the Arts,
913 W. St Germain St., (Downtown) St Cloud, 56301.
Join us for the Art Reception -- now planned for Thursday, April 11, 2019 5:30 – 7:30 pm.
Enjoy the large variety of Minnesota scenes filled with color and light.
Some are familiar scenes of my art originals (which are displayed on FAA) and some are new to being viewed.
I have been busy in my Little Falls home art studio! And working on topics from Abstraction to Realism.
And of course, beautiful colors that are set off by light. Yours in art,
Kathleen Braud RRWS, NSWS

Free Shipping - Buy Kathy Braud Art

November 1st, 2018

Free Shipping - Buy Kathy Braud Art

Make a decision to purchase Kathy Braud art! Free FFA shipping this weekend!
Starting Friday morning (November 2, 2018) at 12:00 AM Eastern time, FAA is offering free ground shipping on all orders placed through FAA or Pixels.com and shipping to any destination in the United States.
The offer will run from Friday morning through Sunday night at midnight Eastern ( Nov 4, 2018).
Substantial savings with this option utilized. Happy Shopping!

Kathy Braud Watercolors Sold A Print Waterlilies In Shadow

August 27th, 2018

Kathy Braud Watercolors Sold A Print Waterlilies In Shadow

Kathy Braud sold a 20.000" x 15.625" print of Waterlilies In Shadow to a buyer from Hauppauge, NY. 8/27/2018
https://fineartamerica.com/saleannouncement.html?id=92e396f0e09913bf35f223379b4fbb49

On a walk exploring a beautiful Minnesota pond, I found a wonderful assortment of reflections and shadows of sky and trees on the surface of the water, inter-mixed with a colorful flotilla of rooted water lily plants and small water lily flowers adding color to the scene.

Kathy Braud Art Accepted Into The MN State Fair Fine Arts Exhibit

August 23rd, 2018

Kathy Braud Art Accepted Into The MN State Fair Fine Arts Exhibit

Kathy Braud got confirmation that her art, Ruffled Feathers 4, was accepted into the Minnesota State Fair 2018 Fine Arts Exhibit!
This exhibit will be on display at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds, Fine Arts Building, Aug 23 – Sept 3, 2018.
Preview night is Tuesday, Aug 21, 7 - 9:30 pm – Free event.

We went to the Preview Night -- at the Minnesota State Fair Fine Art Exhibition on August 21, 2018. Kathy Braud and friends attended the event and enjoyed the social opportunities of talking to friends from all over the state. My art was displayed beautifully!

Artist Kathleen Braud Participated In The 2018 RRWS National Juried Exhibition

August 13th, 2018

Artist Kathleen Braud Participated In The 2018 RRWS National Juried Exhibition

Bold Lilypads, a watercolor original, by Kathleen Braud RRWS, was accepted into the 2018 Red River Watercolor Society National Juried Exhibition at the Hjemkomst Center, Moorhead, MN. June 18 – August 4, 2018.

Kathy Braud Art, Ruffled Feathers 5 Was Accepted Into The 2018 NorthStar Watermedia National Juried Exhibition

August 2nd, 2018

Kathy Braud Art, Ruffled Feathers 5 Was Accepted Into The 2018 NorthStar Watermedia National Juried Exhibition

The 2018 NorthStar Watermedia National Juried Exhibition will be on exhibit Sept 10 – Oct 18, 2018
at the White Bear Center for the Arts, 4971 Long Ave., White Bear Lake, MN.
Kathy Braud's watermedia painting, Ruffled Feathers 5, is included in this show.
Artist Reception and Awards Ceremony – Thursday, Sept 13, 2018 6:30 – 8:30 pm

14th Annual Artist Market Original Art Show And Sale

May 1st, 2016

14th Annual Artist Market Original Art Show And Sale

Hi to all art lovers, artists and folks who would love to be able to create! You are invited! We have a wonderful event coming up in 2 weeks. Northstar's Artist Market!
I, Kathy Braud, will be doing a demo at 6 pm Friday evening as part of their continuous demonstrations offered during the market. Easy driving access, free parking, free demos, free admission and a chance to win door prizes, I hope you can come on over to visit us at the Fine Art Building at the MN State Fairgrounds. Invite a friend!
There will be artists everywhere to talk to and share thoughts. Open Friday, May 13, 10 am - 8 pm & Saturday, May 14, 9 am -7pm .
My chickens, Four Clucks, are featured on this postcard and that painting will be in Fargo for the RRWS National Watermedia Exhibition
May 7 - Sept 4, 2016 at the Plaines Art Museum.
The original art found at Artist Market can be small or large, framed or mounted, cards and you will see a wonderful variety of images and...

Minnesota Wild And Free Times Three

June 12th, 2015

Minnesota Wild And Free Times Three

Watermedia exhibit - May 29 - July 11, 2015
at the Jaques Art Center, 121 2nd Street, Aitkin, MN 56431 --- Open Tuesday - Saturday 11 am - 4 pm

This exhibit is by three artists who love to paint the nuances and spirit of the Minnesota's landscapes, flowers and animals.

FAA artist Kathy Braud RRWS, Kerry Kupferschmidt and Dan Mondloch all paint in watermedia (watercolor, gouache and acrylics), but they all have distinctly different styles and approaches. All three are members of the Central Minnesota Watercolorists group in St. Cloud MN.
Hope you can come visit this beautiful display and see what brings these longtime painters together, what makes each of their work unique, and learn about what inspires them to paint.

Dan gave a wonderful landscape demo during the reception. The art work is very similar in colors and style but each artists' work is very unique.
This project was made possible by a grant provided by the Five Wings Art...

Light In Winter Exhibition

January 27th, 2015

Light In Winter Exhibition

"Light in Winter" is the name of the Central Minnesota Watercolorists February Art Display.
You are invited to attend our exhibition and our reception.

It is being held at Great River Arts, February 4 - 28, 2015.
122 First Street SE, Little Falls, MN 56345
www.greatart.org 320-632-0960
Hours: Wed - Fri 11 am - 6 pm, Saturday 10 am - 2 pm, Closed Sunday - Tuesday.

Reception will be held Saturday, Feb 28 from Noon - 2 pm. Exhibition will end after the reception.

As a club, we are focusing on Light. Light, as part of the painting composition, or the light a painting brings to the room in Winter.

Kathy Braud, will have original art on display also.

Kathy Braud In Group Watercolor Show

July 5th, 2014

Kathy Braud In Group Watercolor Show

My Central Minnesota Watercolorists group have a group watercolor show up
- at CentraCare Woodlands Health Care Plaza in St Cloud, MN until 4 pm on July 15, 2014.
We are an active arts group in Central Minnesota.

My painting, Electric Green in the Sky, is on display in this nice Visual Arts MN satellite gallery.

Hope you can visit it.

Artist Kathy Braud Is New Member Of The Lakes Area Artists Fine Art Show And Sale

June 28th, 2014

Artist Kathy Braud Is New Member Of The Lakes Area Artists Fine Art Show And Sale



Lakes Area Artists Fine Art Show and Sale

Take a road trip up north to Nisswa this summer. Eleven Lakes Area Artists will treat your senses to a show and sale of unique fine art at the

"Live Well" at Journey Church, Downtown Nisswa, MN 56468
Thursday, Friday & Saturday, July 10-11-12, 2014 10:00 am - 5:00 pm each day

You are sure to find that unique piece of art work youve been looking for by choosing from original paintings of all mediums, glass, jewelry, monotype, pottery, photography,
giclee prints, cards and more by these professional artists including:

Bill Grange, Laurel LaBorde, Madonna Maves, David Rickert, Cyrus Swann, Sharon Peterson, Diane Runberg and will feature New Members: Kathy Braud, Greg Souther and Steven Weagel, and Guest Artist: Erica Hagberg.

View the artists at work during scheduled art demonstrations throughout the day. During your visit, you may be lucky enough to win a door...

Artist Kathy Brauds Painting Chosen For Schoolhouse Art Exhibit Purchase Award

May 27th, 2014

Artist Kathy Brauds Painting Chosen For Schoolhouse Art Exhibit Purchase Award

Kathy Brauds watermedia entry, Schoolhouse Art, submitted to an art contest in Central Minnesota, was chosen as one of 12 purchase awards to become a part of the permanent art collection at the restored 1906 Chippewa Falls Schoolhouse Exhibit.
Artist Reception and Exhibit Opening is scheduled for June 7, 2014 at 1 pm. The schoolhouse is located on Summit Drive next to the Church.
The exhibit is sponsored by the Terrace Mill Foundation, 27165 Old Mill Pond Road, Terrace, MN with preparations being made to preserve the history of one room schoolhouses in Minnesota.
Audio recordings of history, interviews with former teachers and students, and with judges and artists will be collected with delivery of artwork for the exhibit and will be used as a part of the permanent collection in the school. A CD Production of the history should be completed by June 21, 2014.

This exhibit activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through grants from the Lake...

BrushWorks Approaches To Works In Watermedia

April 2nd, 2014

BrushWorks  Approaches To Works In Watermedia


Inspire Arts @ Hennepin County Medical Center presents

BrushWorks: approaches to works in watermedia
April 4 - June 26, 2014

Hennepin County Medical Center
Red Building, Level 2 (Skyway)
730 S. 8th St., Minneapolis

Reception with the artists: April 15, 2014, 1:00 3:00 p.m., Red Building, Level 2 (skyway)


About the Exhibit
A group of Minnesota women-artists who call themselves the Ten Brushes share a sampling of their talent in the show, BrushWorks, at Hennepin County Medical Center April 4 through June 26, 2014. Banded together for mutual support and inspiration, these women represent a variety of styles and approaches to watermedia - including watercolor, acrylic, and mixed media. Members of the group have received many awards and honors locally and nationally. They are active in several arts organizations, serve on boards, and teach classes and workshops. The paintings in this show exhibit cheerful,...

Imagine Color

February 11th, 2014

Imagine Color

A colorful new CMW watercolor art show is now on exhibit at Great River Arts, Little Falls.

Imagine Color opens February 5th through March 1, 2014.
It will feature the watercolor paintings of 20 Central Minnesota Watercolorists artists.
This art show is on exhibit in the Main Gallery - Great River Arts, 122 First Street SE, downtown Little Falls, Minnesota.
You are invited to the Imagine Color Reception for the artists - to be held on Saturday, February 15th, from 12 noon to 2:00 pm at GRA.
We will also have live music during the reception by Harpist Amanda King.
Come join this fun, art-filled event in the newly designed GRA facilities, a perfect location to show off the recent work by our watercolor painters.
Dont miss it!
FAA artists, Kathy Braud and Shelly Leitheimer are part of this exhibit.

Art Out Of The Ordinary

December 30th, 2013

Art Out Of The Ordinary

Great River Arts
Where creativity meets community
122 First Street SE, Little Falls, MN 56345
www.greatart.org 320-632-0960

ART: OUT OF THE ORDINARY January 8 February 1, 2014
Water Media Paintings by 3 Area Artists
Reception Saturday, January 18 . 12 2pm
Light Refreshments will be Provided
Featured on the cover from Left to Right
Opposites Attract by Kathy Braud
Proprietary Information by Shelly Leitheiser
Hippo by Sandra Driscoll

www.kathy-braud.artistwebsites.com

Waterworks - MNWS Fall Member Show In Edina, MN

October 9th, 2013

Waterworks - MNWS Fall Member Show In Edina, MN

Minnesota Watercolor Society Fall Show Waterworks is on display September 8 October 25, 2013
at the Colonial Church of Edina, 6200 Colonial Way, Edina, MN 55436

This is a non juried show that is open to all MNWS members in good standing. 70 members are displaying original 2D works that fits the title of watermedia.
Exhibit hours : Monday-Thursday 8:00 AM 8:00 PM and Friday-Sunday 8:00 AM 3:oo PM
Rachel Daly Flentje, juror, Visual Arts Program Director at the Bloomington Theatre and Art Center.

For more info: www.minnesotawatercolors.com (Chair) Victor Perlbachs at 952 212 0532 or vdperlbachs@comcast.net
For church related info: www.colonialchurch.org Alicia M. Hanson, Church Administrative Assistant ahanson@colonialchurch.org 952.224.9517 - Direct Line

Kathy Braud is displaying September Storm Lake Superior, an original watercolor and gouache, framed to 24 x 30


Sparkle A Northstar Watermedia Society Show Will Be Part Of Art Attack

October 9th, 2013

Sparkle A Northstar Watermedia Society Show Will Be Part Of Art Attack

Northstar Watermedia Society is hosting their 2013 Members Exhibit Sparkle.

At Northrup King Building, Studio 332, 1500 Jackson Street NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413
Held in the heart of the Northeast Minneapolis Arts District during the annual gallery crawl Art Attack, this weekend-long event features over 200 artists, working in all mediums, and is an exciting opportunity to gain admission to private studios and galleries and to buy direct from local talented artists. NWS members will be displaying original 2D works that fits the title of watermedia.

Wednesday Oct 30, 2013 Reception 6:00 8:30 pm; Award presentation 7:00 pm.
A Juror will determine the NWS award winners. www.northstarwatermedia.com
If questions, Cochairs: Marie Panlener panlener@mac.com or Deanna Jokinen djokinen@hotmail.com

Timeline Show and Sales Event open to the Public:
Friday, November 1, 2013 5:00 pm 10:00 pm
Saturday, November 2, 2013 12:00 pm...

Art On A Line 2013 Original Art Sale

May 13th, 2013

Art On A Line 2013 Original Art Sale

Art on a Line 2013 Art Sale
11th annual original art show and sale!

Free admission
Door Prizes for original art
Original art at a variety of prices
Cash, Checks and credit / debit cards accepted
Continuous artist demonstrations - either under the overhead mirror or side demo's in building
Over 4,500 pieces of original art
Fine Arts Building at the Minnesota State Firgrounds, Roseville, MN
Free parking
Opportunity for Interaction with many artists onsite

Friday May 17, 2013 10 am - 7 pm
Saturday May 18 10 am - 7 pm
Sunday May 19 11 am - 4 pm
Sale is done after 4 pm Sunday and all artists will depart home with their artwork.

Artists are Members of the Northstar Watermedia Society, and come together to showcase their art to you.
A variety of topics will be on demonstrated by skilled artists. Topics, timing and domo artists will be posted.

Kathy Braud Debuts At Sontes In Rochester

April 15th, 2013

Kathy Braud Debuts At Sontes In Rochester

Snts Restaurant, Rochester, MN is excited to premiere its third curated art exhibition. You are invited to the Opening Reception April 14, 2013 for the Spring 2013 Art Exhibition 2 5 pm. The artists will be present Come enjoy the art and a visit.
In the spring of 2012, Snts owner Tessa Leung teamed up with Southeastern Minnesota artist Fred Ginocchio to create a new method of showcasing artwork at the restaurant. Since its inception nearly seven years ago, Snts has participated in many arts-related events, and has featured artists in the restaurant as often as possible. This new exhibition is a new evolution in Snts support of the arts and will run from March 24, 2012 through September 15, 2013.

Twelve artists will be displaying their unique art of all mediums in a building that reflects beautiful early Rochester architecture setting with high ceilings and comfortable seating. Enjoy the art show and sale during your own business or private dining or music...

Local Color Artists From The Lake Region

January 23rd, 2013

Local Color Artists From The Lake Region

Juried Exhibition January 17 - March 14, 2013
The Humanities Fine Arts Gallery at the University of Minnesota, Morris presents, LOCAL COLOR: Artists from the Lake Region. An exhibit surveying artists working within the Lake region of West Central Minnesota, (Becker, Clay, Douglas, Grant, Morrison, Otter Tail, Pope, Stevens, Tranverse and Wilkin counties.) Opening Reception : Thursday January 17, 2013 7 - 9 pm.
University of Minnesota, Morris, 104 Humanities Building, 600 East 4th St. Morris, MN 56267
Gallery Hours: M - Th 9 am - 8 pm, Fri 9 am - 6 pm, Sat. 1 pm - 4 pm.

A Path Of Light, Ten Brushes Watermedia Show

January 20th, 2013

A Path Of Light, Ten Brushes Watermedia Show

Ten Brushes is made up of artist women who paint in all the disciplines of water based pigments and have been critiquing and displaying together for a year. They have now achieved inclusion into the Burnsville Performing Arts Center schedule and will display original artwork. They have been preparing for this event since spring 2012.

A Path of Light show is on display February 7 March 9, 2013 and is free and open to the public.
Location: Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Avenue | Burnsville, MN 55337
Gallery hours: M-F 9 am5 pm, Sat 10 am-2 pm l www.burnsvillepac.com
You are invited to the Opening Reception Feb.7 6pm 8 pm. Light refreshments. I 952-895-4679 office,
Exhibiting Artists include: Kathy Braud, Barbara Duffy, Lisa Fertig, Marie Hammond, Patty Healy, Marilyn Jacobson, Deb Magelssen, Barbara Parisien, Leny Wendel, and Wendy Westlake

Kathy Brauds painting, Reflections in Color was used for postcard cover...

Kathy Braud Exhibitor - St. Cloud Art Crawl

December 10th, 2012

Kathy Braud Exhibitor - St. Cloud Art Crawl

Watercolor artist Kathy Braud and her art display at Falcon National Bank advertised the November 16, 2012 St. Cloud Art Crawl (St. Cloud,MN) in the next morning's newspaper article in the St Cloud Times (Jason Wochter, reporter). Dennis and Tammy Warner, depicted, visited with the artist.
Stands of mounted works and a significant display of sizable watermedia art (including framed paintings) were on view.

Kathy Braud Was Awarded A Five Wings Arts Council Individual Artist Grant

December 10th, 2012

Kathy Braud Was Awarded A Five Wings Arts Council Individual Artist Grant

Kathy Braud was awarded a Five Wings Arts Council Individual Artist Grant
after the Five Wings Arts Council recently reviewed grant applications Oct 2012 and awarded them mid-November.
This grant will be fulfilled in the year 2013.
Funding is available to individual artists in a five county area wishing to take advantage of arts related opportunities that will take their career as an artist to the next level. Projects include skill development, education, marketing, equipment purchase, etc.
Braud has been awarded seven grants from her arts council.... and feels honored. The attached Braud photo depicts Kathy with her 2012 award, the Holbein Award of Excellence Certificate and Merchandise Award in the Red River Watercolor Society's 19th Annual National Watermedia Exhibition, Hjemkomst Gallery, Moorhead, MN.
"This project was made possible by a grant provided by the Five Wings Arts Council with funds from the McKnight Foundation."

Kathy Braud Participating In GRAA Member Show

November 25th, 2012

Kathy Braud Participating In GRAA Member Show

Great River Art Association is inviting you to celebrate the talent our members bring to the community.

GRAA is hosting the "Member Salon Art Show" November 7 - December 29, 2012.
A great group of artists are displaying 2D and 3D art in a variety of all media - pottery, fiber arts, oils, watercolors and sculptures.

Location: Great River Arts Center, 122 1st St. SE, PO Box 157, Little Falls, MN
320 632 0960 open T - F 10:00 am - 6:00 pm and Sat 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

They are on facebook too.

Kathy Braud Participating In Watermedia Art Show- Reflections

November 25th, 2012

Kathy Braud Participating In Watermedia Art Show- Reflections

A great presentation of 100 watermedia paintings are on display in a fall member show titled "Reflections" by the Northstar Watercolor Society.

Location: Century College Gallery, West Campus, 3300 Century Avenue North, White Bear Lake, MN. 55110
Artists enjoyed a great reception and gathered to view the art and the Award Ceremony by juror Catherine Hearding.
Exhibit will be on display Nov 10 - Dec 7, 2012 and is free and open to the public.

www.facebook.com/NorthstarWatercolor
Please join us in enjoying the art! Postcard cover art Lisa Fertig

Tour The Red River Watercolor Society 19th Annual Juried National Watermedia Exhibition

July 2nd, 2012

Tour The Red River Watercolor Society 19th Annual Juried National Watermedia Exhibition

This years Red River Watercolor Societys 19th Annual Juried National Watermedia Exhibition is now on display.
Juror Donna Zagotta has chosen the award winning paintings and revealed them at the Opening Reception.
The show will be on display June 17 September 16, 2012 at the Hjemkomst Gallery, Moorhead, MN.
This beautiful show showcases all varieties of mediums and styles of watermedia paintings submitted from all over the USA.

Historical & Cultural Society of Clay County, Hjemkomst Gallery
202 1st Avenue North, Moorhead, MN 56560-1985 www.hjemkomstcenter.com
Hours open: Mon.-Sat. 9 - 5 pm, Sun. 12 - 5 pm and Tuesday 9 - 8 pm.
Fee: $8 adults, $7 seniors and college students, $6 6 17 yrs, and under 6 yrs old free.
Museum contact: Maureen Kelly-Jonason (218) 299-5511 maureen.jonason@ci.moorhead.mn.us

Kathy Braud Received Award In RRWS National Watermedia Show

June 25th, 2012

Kathy Braud Received Award In RRWS National Watermedia Show

REFLECTIONS IN COLOR by Kathy Braud RRWS was selected for a Holbein Award of Excellence with a Holbein Merchandise Award in this years Red River Watercolor Societys 19th Annual Juried National Watermedia Exhibition by juror Donna Zagotta.
The show will be on display June 17 September 16, 2012 at the Hjemkomst Gallery, Moorhead, MN.
www.facebook.com/RedRiverWatercolorSociety

Kathy Braud At Salute To The Arts 2012

June 20th, 2012

Kathy Braud At Salute To The Arts 2012

Salute to the Arts 2012

Get energized at the always inspiring opening artists reception on June 8. Connect with artists and art appreciators. In addition to visual arts, TCAA will be highlighting literary artistic endeavors with readings by Lake Region Review contributors Travis Moore, Luke Anderson, Candace Simar, and Charmaine Donovan at the reception.
The exhibition is free and open to the public, June 12 to July 14, Tues to Fri from noon - 4pm, and Saturdays June 9 and July 14 from 10am 2pm at the Q Gallery 222, Franklin Arts Center, 1001 Kingwood St. Suite 114, Brainerd MN 56401 218.833.0416

Enjoy a variety of fresh creations by artists Carolyn Abbott, Roy Abbott, Beverly Abear, McKenzie Bass, Dave Boran, Chip Borkenhagen, Kathy Braud, Kathleen Carlson, Donna Jean Carver, Charmaine Donovan, Millie Engisch-Morris, Gary Guderian, Haddie Hadachek, Carol Hanson, Gary Harris, Theresa Jarvela, Lonnie Knutson, Molly Krautkremer, Kathleen Krueger, Kerry...

Kathy Braud Included In 2012 RRWS National Exhibition

June 8th, 2012

Kathy Braud Included In 2012 RRWS National Exhibition

Kathy Braud watercolor entry, REFLECTIONS IN COLOR, was selected for inclusion in this years Red River Watercolor Societys 19th Annual Juried National Watermedia Exhibition by juror Donna Zagotta.
It will be on display June 17 September 16, 2012 at the Hjemkomst Gallery, Historical & Cultural Society of Clay County, 202 1st Avenue North, Moorhead, MN during normal business hours 7 days a week.
Opening Reception and Awards: Wednesday, June 20th, 6 -8:30 pm
This still life arrangement portrays a path of light, rich color and deep contrast.
REFLECTIONS IN COLOR, can also be viewed at this web site. Paper and canvas giclee prints are available.
www.kathy-braud.artistwebsites.com

Kathy Braud Awarded An Individual Artist Grant

June 8th, 2012

Kathy Braud Awarded An Individual Artist Grant

Kathy Braud was awarded a Five Wings Arts Council Individual Artist Grant after the Five Wings Arts Council recently reviewed grant applications from Oct 2010. This grant will be fulfilled in the year 2011.
Funding is available to individual artists wishing to take advantage of arts related opportunities that will take their career as an artist to the next level. Projects include skill development, marketing, equipment purchase, etc.
Kathy has been awarded six grants from her arts council.
"This project was made possible by a grant provided by the Five Wings Arts Council with funds from the McKnight Foundation."

Members Exhibit 2012

January 11th, 2012

Members Exhibit 2012

You are cordially invited to participate in the Members Exhibit 2012 at the new Arts Alliance Gallery.
January 4 - Febuary 4, 2012.
30 artists are participating
Artist Reception will be Saturday, January 14, 2pm-5pm. Meet the artists!
Gallery Hours are Wednesday - Saturday 11am - 5pm.
312 Jackson Ave. Elk River, MN 55330
Gallery telephone 763 441 1725

Artist Kathy Braud Receives Peoples Choice Award

July 12th, 2011

Artist Kathy Braud Receives Peoples Choice Award

June news!
This poppy painting, "September Orange Poppies," was the submission of Kathy Braud and received the most votes for the People's Choice Award for the First Place Painting at the Awards Presentation!

The Breckenridge Chapter House and Izaak Walton League hosted a free art show of Nature and Wildlife paintings, photographs and sculptures at the Breckenridge Chapter House, 8816 West River Road, Brooklyn Park, MN www.breckenridgeikes.org.
Kids Activities, Nature crafts, Music and Art/craft booths and mounted works and cards were available for sale also. People supported their favorite artist by voting - as there was a "People's Choice" ribbon. The event was held Friday June 24 - 26, 2011 with a Presentation on June 28 by Presenter: Don Luce of the Bell Museum Natural History.

Rooster Wins The Strut Your Stuff Contest

May 3rd, 2011

Rooster Wins The Strut Your Stuff Contest

The Strut Your Stuff Art Contest winner has been chosen - Kathy Braud's rooster, Strut Your Stuff-6.

Her image will be used for promotional materials to advertise the major fundraising event for the Boys and Girls Club of Morrison County.
This artwork has been donated to the club to raise cash in the upcoming auction.

Come join us at the dinner-dance event on Friday, May 20, 2011! We will be featuring a great time with a Country Western /down-home-on-the-farm flavor and a Strut Your Stuff motto.

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Best Of Show Award

December 8th, 2010

Best Of Show Award

Little Falls artist, Kathy Braud RRWS, received a Best of Show award Monday eve at Blaine City Hall, Blaine, MN. Her watercolor painting, "Long Purple Shadows Rule", received the top award for the Winter in Minnesota Show on display till December 30, 2010. The shows Awards Gathering was in conjunction with a large all-generation community social gathering to enjoy winter activities in Blaine.


Minnesota Artist Has 2011 Calender Art

November 28th, 2010

Minnesota Artist Has 2011 Calender Art

Painting, Fish Series 09-9, by Kathy Braud was chosen for inclusion in the 2011 Fond du Luth Casino Calender. Headquartered in the Duluth, MN area, the committee selected art created by Minnesota artists for this calender gift to their patrons.