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The 2019 abstract art exhibition is open at Minnetonka Center for the Arts, 2240 North Shore Drive, Wayzata. The show is curated by artist-instructor Ellen Richman and exhibits director Robert Bowman. (Sun Sailor staff photo by Jason Jenkins)
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Minnetonka Center for the Arts’ annual abstract art exhibition is open through May 9 in the center’s Laura H. Miles Gallery. According to the arts center, the exhibition highlights the vitality and scope of this genre, which releases the artist from having to achieve a subject’s likeness. There will be a curators’ talk and tour 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, April 27. Visit minnetonkaarts.org for more information and to sign up for the talk. (Sun Sailor staff photo by Jason Jenkins)
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“Raspberry Beret,” an abstract sculpture by artist Kim Matthews. (Sun Sailor staff photo by Jason Jenkins)
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Pieces from more than 30 artists are on display through May 9 for Minnetonka Center for the Arts’ annual abstract art exhibition. (Sun Sailor staff photo by Jason Jenkins)
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“Insider” (top) and “Emulation II,” two abstract paintings by artist Mark Rode. (Sun Sailor staff photo by Jason Jenkins)
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“Murmur” (top) and “Station,” two abstract paintings by artist Shawn McNulty. (Sun Sailor staff photo by Jason Jenkins)
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