Art Beat

Today on Art Beat we’re talking about the film John Latsch: The Man and His River, produced by Mary Farrell and written by Frances Edstrom, both from right here in Winona. The film made it’s original debut at the 2017 FRFF and is now being shown again as part of an online screening event from the festival. There will be a free online screening of the film this Saturday, July 25th at 7pm. Mary and Fran were kind enough to speak with us about the making of the film and to give us a little background on John Latsch. I’m Bill Stoneberg, stick around as we talk about John Latsch: The Man and His River with Mary Farrell and Frances Edstrom, on Art Beat.
Original Air Date: 07/21/20.
Art Beat is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Today on Art Beat we talk with local poet Pete Engen. Pete is a published poet, has written linear notes for local bands and also mc’d the 2019 Boats and Bluegrass festival here in Winona. We spoke to Pete as he is getting ready to publish his first full book of poetry titled, Flower House and Feral Sun. I’m Bill Stoneberg, with poet Pete Engen on today’s Art Beat.
Original Air Date: 07/07/20.
Art Beat is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Today on Art Beat we talk “On the Fly” with Lanesboro Arts. On the Fly is the latest exhibit at the Lanesboro Art Gallery and is inspired by a popular local past time, fly fishing. Root River Rod company teamed up with Lanesboro Arts to put together this mixed media exhibit. Seven different regional artists are featured in the exhibit with work ranging from sculpture to painting and even features bamboo rods by Root River Rod Co. I spoke with gallery director Robbie Brokken and Steve Sobieniak from Root River Rod Co. I’m Bill Stoneberg asking you to stick around for On the Fly, on today’s Art Beat.
Original Air Date: 06/23/20.
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Today on Art Beat we visit with local artist Rebeca Van Acker. Van Acker, a painter and sketch artist opened a new exhibit at Gallery on the Lake in Lake City, MN earlier this year. KQAL’s Bill Stoneberg met up with her to discuss that new collection, her work with the Bloodtooth novel and game series and her other artistic pursuits. Now, here’s Bill Stoneberg with Rebecca Van Acker on Art Beat.
Original Air Date: 04/14/20.
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Today on Art Beat we take you to the 2020 FRFF. KQAL’s Matt Drewry talks to Brendan Harris about his film This Wild Land, which spotlights the northern Minnesota boundary waters and the legacy of Sigurd Olson. So stick around, as KQAL’s Matt Drewry takes us to the FRFF, on Art Beat.
Original Air Date: 03/10/20.

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What does it mean to live driftless? How does the geography of an area shape a sense of place? Today on Art Beat we talk with filmmaker and Winona State University alumni Caleb Hammel. In his film, The Living Driftless Caleb explores the people and outdoor recreation that make the driftless region unique. Stick around as KQAL’s Matt Drewry discusses The Living Driftless with filmmaker Caleb Hammel on Art Beat.
Original Air Date: 03/10/20.
Art Beat is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

On this episode of Art Beat, we hear from filmmaker Mary Farrell on her new documentary, Raising Hell. Raising Hell profiles the restoration of the Winona Masonic Temple's iconic theatrical backdrops. The century old paintings, which were once used in masonic rituals, are now featured in community events hosted at the temple's theatre. We talk with Mary about the history of the backdrops and the challenges that came with preserving them. I'm Willard Huyck and this is Art Beat, on KQAL.
Original Air Date: 03/03/20.
Art Beat is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Today on Art Beat, we speak to filmmaker Brenda Piekarski about her new adevnture documentary, Ode to Minnesota. Ode to Minnesota follows the experience of two outdoor enthusiasts as they embark on a 1,300 mile journey around northern Minnesota. The participants made the two month long trip on bike, paddle and foot. We'll also speak to Steve Schreader, one of the film's subjects, about the challenges of the voyage and the impact it still has on him today. I'm Willard Huyck and this is Art Beat, on KQAL.
Original Air Date: 02/25/20.
Art Beat is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

On this episode of Art Beat, we hear from filmmaker Matthew Bluhm on his new documentary, Mystery in the Wetlands. The film traces efforts to combat an increased rate of frog deformities that occured in the mid-1990s, and may still be going on today. That's this Tuesday on Art Beat, right here on 89.5 KQAL, online at KQAL.org or streaming live on the KQAL app. Art Beat is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
Original Air Date: 02/18/20.
Art Beat is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Motherhood is a tough topic for young people, how does and eighth grader handle it? 
Today on the Art Beat we interview WSU film student Brynn Artley on her film, Maternity for a Weekend.  The film explores Artley’s sister’s experience with an infant simulator for her home ec class. , Brynn joins KQAL’s MCMD us to discuss her artistic process and Frozen River Film Fest. I’m Matthew Drewry with Brynn Artley on the Art Beat
Original Air Date: 03/03/20.
Art Beat is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.