MPLSART Sketchbook Project 2021

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MPLSART Sketchbook Project 2021

An exciting collaborative art project featuring the work of 70 Twin Cities artists

The MPLSART Sketchbook Project is a unique survey of the Twin Cities visual arts community during another challenging year. Started in 2020 as a way to connect and support artists during the pandemic, the 2021 project is the second iteration bringing together a whole new set of amazing Twin Cities artists. Throughout 2021, 70 local artists contributed 120 original works to a series of five traveling sketchbooks.

Through the auction of the original sketchbooks, sales of the limited edition book, and support from some amazing sponsors, all net-proceeds from the project will be divided among the 70 participating artists. Help support the Twin Cities art community by becoming a part of this historic project.

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The Original Sketchbook

Over the course of 2021, 70 local artists contributed 120 original works to a series of five traveling sketchbooks. The books are now part of a private collection.

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Limited Edition Book

The 2021 MPLSART Sketchbook Project was compiled into an amazing ultra limited edition book collecting the contributions of all 70 artists. This beautiful hardcover book boasts 88 full color pages and features work made exclusively for the MPLSART Sketchbook Project. The book was produced through the support of 160+ backers to our successful kickstarter campaign.

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The Exhibition

In March 2022, Gamut Gallery hosted an exhibition featuring 30+ of the artists involved in the Sketchbook Project and gave the public a first-hand look at the five original sketchbooks. The exhibition was an amazing community building event capped off with a wonderful artist talk.

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