Tender Offerings

Tender Offerings is inspired by Robin Wall Kimmerer's reflections on reciprocal restoration, “the mutually reinforcing restoration of land & culture such that repair of ecosystem services contributes to cultural revitalization, and renewal of culture promotes restoration of ecological integrity.” Exploring this concept through connection to place, the creative process, and the relationship between the natural environment, culture, and well-being Tender Offerings is a fresh take on place-based stewardship.

VISUAL ART EXHIBIT

Tender Offerings celebrates the gifts of our place, Two Harbors. Created using second hand and found materials, each piece is a glimpse into the feelings that arise when I consider the unique gifts of our rural community. From the magnificent Lake Superior to the magical wildflowers that dot the roadside in Summer, I draw inspiration from my lived experience of our unique place to build this collection.

COMMUNITY GATHERING

On November 7, 2023, Kayla hosted a community gathering at the Two Harbors Public Library along with a team of local artists inviting the community to contribute their own Tender Offerings to the art exhibit. Activities included decorating name tags celebrating our favorite seasons in Two Harbors, writing poetry evoking the emotions and sensations felt immersed in the natural environments of our rural community, an artist talk, and creating pieces inspired by our memories of places in our community.

“The name tag table was amazing and so
creative. I love how it made me get right into
my creative energy and helped those parts of
me engage in something right away where they
usually can get anxious walking into a room
full of people. The artwork was very special
and the activity was BEAUTY FULL”

“It brought members of the
community together who wouldn't
typically spend time together
in a space that felt welcoming
and fun.”

SOCIAL MEDIA

PRESS

“Tender Offerings”: Gathering + Art Show + Art Activity at Two Harbors Public Library

EXHIBIT HISTORY

August 2024: Northern Lakes Arts Association, Ely's Historic State Theater, Ely, Minnesota
November 2023: Two Harbors Public Library, Two Harbors, Minnesota

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additional Photography by cc Boyle Photography, Adrian Steinbach, bill cameron