Join artist Xee Reiter as she leads a creative care workshop for community members. As part of this activity you will construct houses using new and recycled materials  creating homes using the emotions you carry with you into the room. All art materials will be provided along with snacks and some delicious desserts from White Flower Bakes

Space is limited to 12 participants.  All ages are welcome.  Questions can be directed to info@in-progress.org.

In Progress will be holding its 1st Quarter Board Meeting Monday January 19th via zoom. The meeting will be virtual and will cover much of the internal oversight that our board members have embraced regarding the functionality and form of our organization.

Our board of 7 officially meets 4 times a year, but we often hold special sessions, committee activities and visits with funders and community leaders. Our board is amazing. It is representative of our partner communities and artistic disciplines. Our board is cooperative and some of our greatest advocates of storytelling.

Though we don’t typically entertain guests during our meetings, we always post our minutes. If you would like to read up on past minutes you can review them by CLICKING HERE!

You can also reach out with questions or requests to attend at info@in-progress.org

Please join us for a series of open learning and making sessions with our Art of Music Workshop presented by In Progress artist Arley Sinks

This hands-on workshop is your chance to:

-    Produce your own beats

-    Record your music with professional guidance

-     Have fun and learn and create with others

Arley Sinks is a self taught artists that has been producing and selling beats for five years now.  He is a home grown Crookston artist and at the age of 13 has already proven his ability to teach and guide others.  Supported in each session with our studio director Rena Zapata - you can drop in learn music, work on photography, or create a video.  

These winter sessions will be dedicated to shared learning —you won’t want to miss it!

Sundays 1-3PM January 4 - February 28

Studio 110 - 110 South Main Street Crookston MN. 56716

💬 Questions? Contact us at info@in-progress.org

Please join us for a series of open learning and making sessions with our Art of Music Workshop presented by In Progress artist Arley Sinks

This hands-on workshop is your chance to:

-    Produce your own beats

-    Record your music with professional guidance

-     Have fun and learn and create with others

Arley Sinks is a self taught artists that has been producing and selling beats for five years now.  He is a home grown Crookston artist and at the age of 13 has already proven his ability to teach and guide others.  Supported in each session with our studio director Rena Zapata - you can drop in learn music, work on photography, or create a video.  

These winter sessions will be dedicated to shared learning —you won’t want to miss it!

Sundays 1-3PM January 4 - February 28

Studio 110 - 110 South Main Street Crookston MN. 56716

💬 Questions? Contact us at info@in-progress.org

Please join us for a series of open learning and making sessions with our Art of Music Workshop presented by In Progress artist Arley Sinks

This hands-on workshop is your chance to:

-    Produce your own beats

-    Record your music with professional guidance

-     Have fun and learn and create with others

Arley Sinks is a self taught artists that has been producing and selling beats for five years now.  He is a home grown Crookston artist and at the age of 13 has already proven his ability to teach and guide others.  Supported in each session with our studio director Rena Zapata - you can drop in learn music, work on photography, or create a video.  

These winter sessions will be dedicated to shared learning —you won’t want to miss it!

Sundays 1-3PM January 4 - February 28

Studio 110 - 110 South Main Street Crookston MN. 56716

💬 Questions? Contact us at info@in-progress.org

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

Join us for a dinner and discussion with 3 emerging artists Kazua Melissa Vang, Tong Lee, Tiana LaPointe and Mickies Kiros. The artists will discuss what they are learning from one another in terms of cultural and visual aesthetics, how they each approach the art of telling stories and the network they are developing as filmmakers. A light meal will be served Families, friends and fellow artists are welcome to join us and show their support.

The Convergence Artist Talk has been developed specifically for our CONVERGENCE Program which seeks to increase the professional viability of developing filmmakers, however we know there are others that may also benefit from this training series. Please let us know you will be joining us by rsvp-ing at the link below:

In Progress artist Tomas Leal will host a 2 hour portraiture session for Saint Paul residents at the Hayden Heights Library.. The project is free to Saint Paul residents and is being offered in partnership with the Saint Paul Library System.

For more information - please send an email to info@in-progress.org

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

Convergence is an immersive professional development program for early-career filmmakers that pairs them with mid-career artists to advance their work while developing professional support systems within In Progress. In 2025, the following four filmmakers were selected: Tiana LaPointe, Tong Lee, Kazua Melissa Vang and Mickies Kiros for participation.

Cohort Session are intended to bring artists together so they can dig in on their progress towards meeting goals, share information about their broadening network of mentors and professional associates, and find ways to break down barriers they encounter.

These session are invitation only but if you would like more information please send us an email at: info@in-progress.org.

the magic of the season

Free Family Portraits

They say “the best things in life are free”. and that is certainly the case with our monthly family portraiture sessions. Photographers Tomas Leal & Aaliyah McQueen dedicates one afternoon each month to honoring families through the art of photography. Everyone is welcome to stop by with friends and families to capture a moment and honor the people you love and respect.

2025 Dates & Times

• Be My Valentine : Sunday February 2nd, 2-4PM

• With Love To Our Mothers: Sunday May 4th, 2-4PM

• The Magic of the Season: Sunday November 16, 2-4PM

Digital images are uploaded to a site where you can download for your own  use on social media or send out for prints.

There is no cost to participate and families are typically welcomed during the above timeframe on a first come first serve basis. If you like to plan ahead however please feel free to let us know you will be coming by RSVP ing above.

For more information about our Family Portraits Program please send an email to info@in-progress.org

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

Establishing copyright ownership

Protecting your creative work is essential for long-term success. This session provides an introduction to copyright law and its role in safeguarding your intellectual property. Participants will learn how to assert and register their rights, understand the scope of copyright protection, and address common challenges such as infringement and licensing. Presenting Artist: Cassie Opia

More about The Independent Artist

Embarking on the journey of entrepreneurship can be both exhilarating and challenging. The "Independent Artist” series is designed to guide aspiring professionals through the fundamental steps of establishing a successful business. This series will provide invaluable insights into the critical aspects of initiating a business venture, covering key elements such as invoicing for services, developing a price sheet, writing your first grant, and establishing a strong web presence. The series will also bring in established artists to share insight into their encounters with copyright law, negotiating large contracts, and managing their public presence over time. READ MORE

Please join us Saturday, August 30th as we embark on a heartfelt storytelling series honoring the experiences of African immigrants living in Minnesota. 

This session is designed to evoke the comforting spirit of village gatherings during times of conflict—where elders would share stories, drums would echo through the night, and younger generations would find peace and strength in the wisdom passed down.”

The stories touch on immigration, the stressors immigrants often face, and the connected bonds that still exist between Africa and life in the United States.

We invite you to join us at 5:30PM for a little food, and good conversation before we begin our formal presentation at 6PM.  

This event is free but please RSVP at the link below so we know how many to expect.  The audience is limited to 30, so priority seating will be given to those that RSVP.

Conversations is led by IP artists Raina Outun and Teku Nijtka with support from Robin Perez. 

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

In Progress artist Tomas Leal will host a 3 hour portraiture session for Saint Paul residents at the Rice Street Library.. The project is free to Saint Paul residents and is being offered in partnership with the Saint PaulLibrary System.

For more information - please send an email to info@in-progress.org