Otherworldly Arts Collective

I know, right?! Gods & Monsters hasn’t been folded up yet. Drop-In Deck Show has exceeded all expectations - but will close this weekend. Yet we already got the next five shows lining up at ALTR Gallery. This next one is for all the horse lovers:

If you did not make it to the opening event for Gods & Monsters — you still have a chance to see the art show and merch tables this Friday and Saturday, from 6pm to 9pm both nights. Like all but one event year round, this is a free and public event for all to attend.

Second night of Gods & Monsters brought out some grateful buyers. REMINDER: Buyers must collect their purchases on November 1rst, noon to 5pm — or make other arrangements with us. All artists who sold will receive payment up to 10-days after books close on this event. Keep an eye on your email.

OAC CEO: we need to stop at Home Depot before the show. OAC Gallery Coordinator: Why? We have all the supplies we need? OAC CEO: Juan needs bolts for his ear gauges. OAC Gallery Coordinator: … What?! Juan:

Terrific attendance for the first night at Gods & Monsters. We will be repeating this Saturday. Thanks to all who visited, those who volunteered, and all the amazingly talented people that made art for this event!

m.youtube.comMinneapolis art gallery getting into the Halloween spiritYouTube video by WCCO - CBS Minnesota

We’ve been hosting shows since 2014, and have had stellar newspaper coverage up until Covid hit. Today, we made the televised news:

Gods & Monsters is coming THIS Friday and Saturday. And while the official annual Halloween/horror event has been running longer than anyone can account for… we did suddenly realize this is the TENTH ANNIVERSARY since OAC took it over. Yay. Here’s a treat:

Also, we have SO MANY artists in this event, we’ve regrouped with our building partners at Norseman Distillery — to allow art to spill over into their space:

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Be kind to OAC staff and volunteers. They’ve got a ton of work ahead of them…

Artists are dropping off work for next weekend’s Halloween/horror art show… —and we’ve got some previews for you!!!

19 Sept

TONIGHT!!!!

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19 Sept

All boards are on our Square site, with multiple buying options. But buyers MUST be able to pickup locally. OAC will -NOT- ship decks out by mail. dropinskatedeckshow2026.square.site/s/shop

19 Sept

15 Sept

OPENING EVENT THIS WEEKEND!!! Meet artists, skaters, and the crew of Rogue Citizen! Boards will remain up until mid October. (They can be purchased at ANY TIME Modist Brewing Co is open with the use of a smartphone and QR-code.)

16 Sept

Last year:

4 Sept

Consider this a warning for how insane the coming Drop-In Deck show is going to be. While the show will be up until late October, it’s still first-come/first-serve if you want to purchase any of this art. Hope to see you at the opening.

25 Aug

OAC will be going all out again this Halloween season, with ALTR, Norseman, performances, and other witchery. Prepare your costumes and your love of the macabre and strange.

22 Aug

Coming soon to Modist Brewing in the North Loup. Otherworldly Arts Collective is working with the awesome crew of Rogue Citizen: Drop-In Deck Show — skateboard art.

22 Aug

Previews from past Drop-Ins:

20 Aug

The miniARTure show is on a hiatus, hoped to return next year. In that time, we will be hosting the Stampede! horse art show. There’s still three days left to apply; applications are free. Look for the application in comments:

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20 Aug

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10 Aug

Great times were had at Paleo Show opening. We also host gallery hours after, if anyone wants a chance to see the show or purchase more art. Sadly, there won’t be anymore Dino-trivia or prizes. But if you’re the type to avoid crowds, this moment is for you to view it all in peace and quiet.

7 Aug

PALEO ART SHOW IS TONIGHT!!! (AND TOMORROW NIGHT!!!!!!!!)

1 Aug

Previews for upcoming Paleo Art Show!

24 July

Promoting an upcoming event at Jackson Flats. Jackson Flats public gallery helped OAC host events for 12 years until we acquired ALTR Gallery, so we have huge respect for their events. Check them out!

23 July

BROKEN WINDOWS THEORY — happening this Friday and Saturday. Street art in the gallery. Live painting. Drinks and food at Norseman Distillery. Bring your battle jacket…

20 July

TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO APPLY FOR GODS & MONSTERS. Submissions close around midnight today. To apply is free. Fees apply if you are accepted and you wish to be in the show. NO ART GENERATED WITH AI WILL BE ACCEPTED. gandm2026.artcall.org

18 July

OAC's policy includes a ban on images generated via AI. After years of research and debate, we've solidified this policy and included it in our artist contract: NO IMAGERY GENERATED BY AI. The new contract language allows OAC to ban artists caught using AI imagery AT ANY TIME.

18 July

Additionally: OAC will investigate any accusations of artists bad behavior, including use of AI in submissions. But claims MUST be verifiable, and include contact information allowing us to communicate with those making claims. OAC maintains anonymity of accusers, even if claims are not verified.

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15 July

The Paleo Art Show makes its return to ALTR Gallery this August 7th and 8th! Play trivia for prizes, engage in educational presentations and soak in over 100 pieces of Paleo Art! 🦖

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14 July

The Insomniac 12"x16" oil on panel. This painting will be on display and available this weekend at the Main Character Syndrome group show at ALTR Gallery in NE Minneapolis @oacmn.bsky.social The show opens this Friday the 17th 6-10pm. See you there! #maincharactersyndrome #surrealart #johnsauerart

Gods & Monsters –– Halloween art show, is now taking submissions to be in the show. For fairness and transparency to artists: Entry for judging is free. There is a $25 fee if accepted into the show. OAC takes 35% of all sales from the event (price your work accordingly). Best of luck.

Artwork by Dapper Skulls / Eric Castellanos www.dapperskullcreations.com And design by Xiaoxia Studio Instagram and bsky: @xiaoxiastudio.bsky.social

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LINK TO ART CALL SUBMISSION: gandm2026.artcall.org

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30 June

Drop In, the group exhibition celebrating skate culture and skate decks as art, returns to Modist Brewing for 2026. Everyone (age 18+) is welcome to sign up for possible selection to be in the show. Additional details in the link below: dropin2026.artcall.org

5 June

The Paleo Art Show returns for a second year. Local twin cities artists are strongly encouraged to apply. Artists outside MPLS/STP, yet skilled in mailing art, can also apply. Application is free; fees apply if accepted to the show. Gallery takes 30% (set prices accordingly). Best of luck!

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5 June

Application link here: paleoartshow2026.artcall.org

5 June

Slap-Happy Sticker Show — turning ALTR gallery into a sticker shop! Come get all the stickers you need to sticker bomb whatever you heart desires! Multiple designs by multiple artists will give the fine art of stickers the cultural exhibition experience it deserves.

22 May

Are you a Twin Cities local artist who sells stickers? Do you have a minimum of 5 sticker designs; and a quantity of 50 for each sticker? Then you qualify to join in the Slap Happy Sticker Show coming in the last weekend of June, at ALTR Gallery. Application is free: forms.gle/uJnVu5AZM9Yv...

22 May

All stickers will preferably be sold singularly at prices of $3, $5, $7, and $10. OAC/ALTR Gallery, and Twin Cities Stickers, offer to sell artists oversized prints of single sticker designs to use/sell as wall art -- to give sticker-art the respectful gallery exhibition experience it deserves.

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11 May

GreenHaus is getting prepped for Friday, Saturday and Sunday! Otherworldly Arts Collective is on the @nemaamn.bsky.social MAP! GreenHaus features over 120 artists from around the Twin Cities and beyond. Friday 5-10pm Saturday 12-8pm Sunday 12-5pm 🌿🌿🌿

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7 May

Hortus Mortis This piece will be up at ALTR Gallery as part of the GreenHaus show. Stop by and see it! I'll be there at some point on Saturday ❤️ @oacmn.bsky.social , thank you for hosting ❤️

7 May

CALL FOR ART!!! Broken Windows Theory: street art show Exhibition celebrates the innate beauty and rebellious .spirit of public infectious art in all forms. Local artists encouraged, yet, out-of-state artists can apply if they can handle our fraught mail system

7 May

OAC application process: • it is free to apply • if accepted, THEN a $25 fee must be paid • READ OAC EMAILS for complete instructions • if your work sell at OAC event, OAC takes 30%; price your work accordingly Best of luck to all that apply.

26 Apr

Otherworldly Arts Collective supports and celebrates creativity in our ever growing Twin Cities artist community. Opening ALTR Gallery over a year ago was a natural step in OAC's mission. With it, we can better serve artists with this space. ALTR will be available for rentals over the Summer.

26 Apr

Check out our website at: www.oacmn.com See our calendar to attend future art events. Contact OAC through the website to join our artist mailing list and apply to be in one of our many shows. Use our email contact to ask about renting ALTR Gallery for events.

26 Apr

You do not have to be a Minnesota/Twin Cities based artist to join our community. (However, be prepared to wrestle with the many complications of the postal system if you wish to participate in our art shows. We can offer guidance.)