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September 2026
Live Horse Sketching Class
Join Long X Arts Foundation for a unique opportunity to sketch live horses in a beautiful ranch setting at Cow Creek Stables Whether you're an experienced artist or just looking to improve your observational drawing skills, this class offers the chance to slow down, connect with nature, and draw from life. Horses are constantly shifting and moving, making them wonderful subjects for practicing gesture, proportion, and capturing movement. 📅 Date: September 12 🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 💲 Cost: $40 🎨 Instructor: Oksana…
Find out more »Paint and Bloom: Ceramic Vase Open Studio and Floral Arranging Class
Paint & Bloom: Open Studio + Floral Arrangement Experience 🌿🎨 Come Paint & Bloom with us for a creative evening of painting, flowers, and beautiful ceramics! This open studio experience gives you the freedom to create at your own pace while enjoying a relaxed, creative atmosphere. Your featured piece is a large ceramic vase—approximately 6⅝" in diameter x 9" tall, with a 3½-liter capacity—making it a beautiful statement piece for your home and perfect for displaying a generous floral arrangement.…
Find out more »Paint Your Own Pottery Open Studio
Stop by the gallery to paint a piece of pottery to be glazed and fired in the kiln! Stop in anytime from 10 am - 4 pm to choose from a variety of different colors and pieces, from bowls, figurines, banks, boxes, you name it! It will then be ready to pick up in one week's time. MAKE A RESERVATION ONLINE AND GET A $5 DISCOUNT ON POTTERY SELECTION!! $25-Pre-Registration $30-Walk-ins Larger pieces may cost more and can be paid…
Find out more »Private Guitar Lessons-September
Private lessons to amplify your skills. Join local musician Dave Cooper for private guitar lessons in the Long X Arts Gallery Available Courses: Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar Bass Guitar Ukulele Mandolin Banjo Lessons for All Skill Levels Ages 10 & UP $90 per 1 hour session. Instrument Rentals Available For more information or questions contact Dave 701-888-9307
Find out more »Artist Open Studio
🎨 Open Studio at Long X Art Center Looking for a creative space to paint, draw, and connect? Join us for Open Studio, a relaxed time for artists of all levels to create, share ideas, and enjoy being part of a supportive art community. Bring your own project, or start something new using our watercolor, oil paint, acrylic, graphite, or charcoal supplies. This is a non-instructional, self-guided session — but Oksana will be around if you need a little help…
Find out more »Western Art Show & Cowboy Culture Gathering
Celebrate our western heritage at the North Dakota’s Rodeo Finals. Enjoy the art show featuring western artists, makers, crafters and hands on classes and demonstrations and sit down between rodeos to listen to some of the best storytellers in the genre! Then dance the nights away with live western music
Find out more »Paint Your Own Western Trucker Cap
Grab your friends and unleash your creativity for a fun, hands-on evening of custom hat painting! Guided step-by-step by local artist Morgan Wisness, you will design and paint your very own unique western trucker cap to take home. Grab a drink at the bar and create before the first round of NDRA Rodeo action at the Ag Expo as part of the Wild West Weekend! Whether you want to paint rugged mountain landscapes, vibrant desert blooms, western motifs, or bold…
Find out more »Oktoberfest: Paint a Beer Mug or Wine Glass
Join us at the Rough Rider Center during Oktoberfest, for a creative and festive class! Unleash your artistic flair and paint your very own beer mug or wine glass. Whether you're a seasoned artist or a complete beginner, this will be fun! Pre-register or stop by the booth the day of!
Find out more »Wildflower Glass Sun Catcher/Ornament Making
Join glass artist Kathy Monti during the NDRA Rodeo's Wild Weekend and the Western Art Show to create these unique wildflower-themed ornaments or sun catchers. Kathy will walk you through the techniques needed to work with glass to form the vibrant floral patterns out of color combinations of your choosing. She will take your creations back to her studio to fire them in the kiln and then mail them back to the Long X Arts Foundation within a few weeks.…
Find out more »October 2026
Fall Wall Hanger Class
Join us for a cozy morning of crafting at the Long X Arts Foundation Gallery as we create a seasonal Fall Wall Hanger! Whether you are looking to spruce up your home decor for autumn or enjoy a fun, creative weekend workshop, this hands-on class is designed for all skill levels. All materials and step-by-step instructions will be provided by Chloe to help you craft your own unique piece to celebrate the season. Size: 24 inches Date: Saturday, October 3 Time: 10:00 AM Location: Long X…
Find out more »“Unlikely Beauty” Artist Open House
Join us at the Long X Arts Foundation gallery for a special Meet the Artist Open House featuring Minot State University student and featured artist Kubsam Daniel! Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026 Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Location: Long X Arts Foundation Gallery Admission: Free & Open to the Public Get a first look at Kubsam’s featured exhibition, "Unlikely Beauty," and spend the afternoon engaging with the artist to learn about his creative process, inspiration, and artwork. Guests will…
Find out more »Paint Your Own Wolves Gear Open Studio
Unleash your wolf pack spirit and gear up for Homecoming! In this fun, open studio, Wolves fans can come to create their very own custom, hand-painted Wolves spirit wear to rock at the big game, during spirit week and all season long! What to Expect Design Your Own Gear: Choose from cool Wolves stencils, paws and lettering —or create your own custom creation! Instruction: Ms. Jane will be on site to teach easy textile painting techniques, brushwork, and stenciling tips using durable,…
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