No time for business as usual. 

Following the murder of George Floyd, and with the continued unrest in our city and nation, we have decided to take a different approach to our summer offerings. We stand in solidarity with the movement and want to align our work with broader efforts to seek justice for black lives and all other marginalized communities.

We believe that art is a powerful tool for processing and expressing our deepest hurts and hopes. As the urgency of the moment passes, we want to play an active role in ensuring conversations about social justice, anti-racism, and community building keep happening. 

To that end, we are restructuring our summer schedule to focus on Open Studio time that will include the option for both self-directed art-making and artist-led activities. By shifting to a less formal structure, and adding new content such as our focus on Artful Activism, we hope to engage participants as active change-makers in our community.

Updated: June 24, 5pm

New Schedule

Our summer session will run for five weeks from July 13-August 14. We will host two age-specific sessions of Open Studio on weekday afternoons:
  • Kids (ages 8-13*) will meet from 1-3pm
  • Teens (ages 13-18*) will meet from 3:30-5:30pm
​*We will make exceptions for siblings who wish to attend sessions together. 

Below, is a complete schedule of artist-led topics that will happen during Open Studio so you can plan out the remaining weeks of summer. We will also resume our all-age Open Studio hours on Saturdays from 9a-12pm. ​

COVID-19 Precautions

In addition to daily disinfecting of studio surfaces and supplies, we will institute the following precautions for all in-person activities:
  1. All sessions are limited to 8 participants. 
  2. All sessions require advanced registration and payment.
  3. Masks are required during all studio visits.
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Scroll down for topic descriptions.

Registration and Payment

Due to COVID, advanced registration and payment is required. We will also limit each session to 8 participants. We are offering three pass options and a summer specific scholarship for those in need: 
  • 1 visit: $7.50/person
  • 10-Visits: $65/person
  • Full Summer: $150/person
To purchase a pass and reserve your space, please click the links below. Scholarship information is available on the pass page.​

Multiple Registrations:

If you would like to register more than one person, or for numerous dates, please email lindsay@courageous-hearts.org. ​Our system isn't great for that and we'll happily make it easier.

Guiding Artists

Rajine Williams
Rajine Williams is a Minnesota native. Her mediums are drawing, painting, sculpture, and videography. She recently graduated with a bachelors in Arts from the University of Minnesota. Rajine's work has been featured on Saint Paul Neighborhood Networks Youtube Channel and their respective television channels. She has also shown work in Blueprint Productions dance and visual art showcase and her alma maters art competition. Most recently she exhibited work for her senior showcase called 'Half Sky Half Bones.'
Emma Crutcher
Emma is a maker in Minneapolis, MN. She graduated from the University of Minnesota in 2017 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in art and urban studies, with a minor in sustainability.

Emma makes utility objects and art imagery heavy on lettering design. Her preferred media include screen printing, textiles, upcycled materials, drawing and woodworking. During her non-making hours, she can be found supporting students at Seward Montessori School, where she is a Special Education Assistant.

Topic Descriptions:

Acrylic Pouring

Try out the newest creative trend - acrylic pouring! Create wall ready art in just minutes. 

All Hands

Learn to create 3D drawings of your hands with optical illusions. Experiment with the technique to see if you can make other things stand out!

Artful Activism

We'll explore a variety of ways to speak up creatively about issues you care about. Learn about zines, yarn bombing, posters and other ways to harness the power of your voice. All sessions will be unique - so attend one or all!

Clay Creations

We'll use polymer clay to explore elements of sculptural design. We encourage participants to attend all three days of this topic.

Painting in 3D

Turn your paintings up a notch by exploring ways to add 3 dimensional objects and materials to make your art pop!

Pixel Art

Lovers of Minecraft will LOVE this topic! 
Participants will learn the craft of pixelated art-making. We'll explore scale and design using free online tools available to all.

(Re)Create Clothes

Bring in a pair of jeans, t-shirt or another clothing item that can be given new life with fabric paint and other materials. Clothes will not be provided.

Screen Printing

Learn how to make many art pieces from just one stencil design. This art form translates into everything from posters and apparel.

Shrinky Dink Pins

Have fun with this classic 80's arts and craft activity! We'll have all the materials to turn your micro art into backpack pins, earrings or keychains.

Vision Boards

Create a vision for your future using collage and other artful elements. This practice is a powerful way to explore and visualize your dreams - be they for tomorrow or next year.